🐋 Ultimate Guide to Whale Watching in Long Beach

🚢 Process: Book → Exchange Tickets → Board First, whale watching tickets must be booked online in advance 🎫 (website: 2seewhales.com). We booked the $35 tour, which offers two time slots: 12 PM and 3 PM. Choose based on your schedule! We took a taxi to the departure port. Navigate to this address: 📍 100 Aquarium Way Dock #2, Long Beach, CA 90802 Walk toward the coastline along the pathway, and you’ll see a ticket booth. Show your booking confirmation on your phone to exchange for physical tickets. Staff will direct you to the boarding dock. 👀 Experience: The boat isn’t too large (as shown in the pic). For the best views, arrive early to snag a spot at the bow—perfect for up-close encounters with dolphins and whales! 🐬 The entire tour lasts about 3 hours. After 40 minutes of sailing, you’ll reach the whale-watching area. The boat may pause if dolphins are spotted along the way. The captain will navigate to find whales, and a guide will provide commentary. 👗 What to Wear: Sunglasses, jacket, hat Even though LA is warm, the ocean breeze is chilly. Bring a light long-sleeved jacket. If you’re sensitive to wind, a hat is also recommended. Don’t forget sunscreen—California sun is no joke! ☀️ ⚠️ Tips: For the best views, aim for a front-row seat on the bow! 🛥️ Choose a sunny day for higher chances of spotting whales 🌞 If you’re prone to motion sickness, buy seasickness medicine at CVS in advance 💊 Few food options nearby—eat something light before the trip 🍔 #LosAngeles #WhaleWatching #LongBeach #TravelGuide #MarineAdventure