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Monterey Bay Whale Watch can arrange any type of trip for your group. We will gear the trip length toward the time of year to assure you the best chances of seeing whales and dolphins. All our trips are led by marine biologists. If needed, we can provide catering for the trip. We can accommodate large groups (up to 420 people) on a space-available basis only, by using multiple boats.
	Summer & Fall (Humpback Whales, Blue Whales, Dolphins, May through mid-December)
		We offer both 4-5 hour trips and 3-hour private group trips during the summer/fall season. Recommended trip length is 4-5 hours to allow ample time to observe whales and dolphins. 4-5-hour summer/fall private group trips: Weekend 4-5 hr trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $2050 for up to 50 people. Cost for additional people is $41 per person for adults, $33 for children 12 and under. Weekend 4-5 hr trips on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $1435 for up to 35 people. Cost for additional people is $41 per person for adults, $33 for children 12 and under. Weekday 4-5 hr trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $1640 for up to 40 people. Cost for additional people is $41 per person for adults, $33 for children 12 and under. Weekday 4-5 hr trips on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $1025 for up to 25 people. Cost for additional people is $41 per person for adults, $33 for children 12 and under. If number of people is at least 15 but fewer than the minimum to reserve a boat, the group can go on our regular trip for the group rate. 3-hour summer/fall private group trips: Weekend 3-hr trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $1450 for up to 50 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $21 for children 12 and under. Weekend 3-hr trips on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $1015 for up to 35 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $18 for children 12 and under. Weekday 3-hr trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $1160 for up to 40 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $21 for children 12 and under. Weekday trips 3-hr on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $725 for up to 25 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $18 for children 12 and under. If number of people is at least 15 but fewer than the minimum to reserve a boat, the group can go on our regular trip for the group rate.
	Winter & Spring (Gray Whales/Dolphins, mid-December through April)
		3-hour winter/spring private group trips: Weekend trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $1450 for up to 50 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $21 for children 12 and under. Weekend trips on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $1015 for up to 35 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $18 for children 12 and under. Weekday trips on Sea Wolf II or Star of Monterey (capacity 70 people): Cost is $1160 for up to 40 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $21 for children 12 and under. Weekday trips on Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48 people): Cost is $725 for up to 25 people. Cost for additional people is $29 per person for adults, $18 for children 12 and under. If number of people is at least 15 but fewer than the minimum to reserve a boat, the group can go on our regular trip for the group rate.
School, Youth and Home School Groups The school and youth group whale watching trips are educationally oriented and include a marine biologist / marine naturalist as a guide. The pre-trip orientation includes displays about Monterey Bay natural history and general information about whales, dolphins, and other marine life. Oceanographic sampling, such as plankton tows and water samples, is possible if you choose. Our school trips are unique, with special educational materials available before and during the trip and hands-on demonstrations geared for specific age groups. Optional clipboards for each student with questions about the trip and what was learned are also available. Private groups can be arranged with the minimum number of people as indicated below. Maximum is 420 people using several boats. If you do not have the minimum number for a private boat but you have at least 15 people in your group, you can use the group rate on our regular whale watch trips.
	Summer & Fall Whale Watch (Humpback Whales, Blue Whales, Dolphins, May to mid-December)
		Age Level -- Elementary School (up to 5th grade): Three-hour trips are recommended for this age group during the summer/fall season, to allow time to look for and observe whales and dolphins and to include other educational activities. We also offer two-hour trips. Two teachers / chaperones can participate at no charge. 3-hour trip $20 per person Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48) Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48) Age Level -- Middle School and High School (6th to 12th grade): Three-hour trips are recommended for this age group during the summer/fall season, to allow time to look for and watch whales and dolphins and to include other educational activities. Two teachers / chaperones can participate at no charge. 3-hour trip $20 per person Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48) Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48) Age Level -- College: Both 3-hour and 4-5 hour trips are available for this age group during the summer/fall season. Two teachers / chaperones can participate at no charge. 3-hour trip cost is $25 per person 4-5 hour trip cost is $34 per person Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48) Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48)
	Winter & Spring Whale Watch (Gray Whales and Dolphins, mid-December through April)
		Age Level -- Elementary School (up through 5th grade): Two-hour trips are recommended for this age group during the winter/spring season for observing gray whales. However, we also offer 3 hr trips for more advanced groups, with time for more presentations. Two teachers/chaperones can participate at no charge. 2-hour trip cost is $14 per person for students, $18 per person for adults. 3-hour trip cost is $20 per person. Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48). Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48). Age Level -- Middle School and High School (6th to 12th grade): Three-hour trips are recommended for this age group during the winter/spring season, to allow ample time to look for and watch whales and dolphins and to include other educational activities. Two teachers / chaperones can participate at no charge. 3-hour trip $20 per person Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48). Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48). Age Level -- College: Three-hour trips are recommended for this age group during the winter/spring season. Two teachers / chaperones can participate at no charge. 3-hour trip $25 per person Weekends: 60 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 35 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48). Weekdays: 50 person minimum for the Sea Wolf II (capacity 70), and 25 person minimum for the Pt. Sur Clipper (capacity 48).
	Boat Trip Highlights for School and Youth Groups Include: Observing and learning about whales, dolphins, porpoises, sea lions, seals, sea otters, seabirds. Additional information with visuals about the Monterey Submarine Canyon and the National Marine Sanctuary, basic oceanography, marine mammal and seabird ecology. Learning about how marine mammal research is conducted. These trips contribute to valuable scientific data on dolphins and whales. The option to collect and observe plankton and to collect pieces of kelp. The option to participate in WhaleNet, a teacher enhancement project funded by the National Science Foundation to enhance science education and environmental awareness using interdisciplinary learning through the use of telecommunications. WhaleNet provides a system where students, teachers, and researchers collect data on their whale watching cruises and compile their data on the WhaleNet bulletin board. Reference lists and other educational handouts. A worksheet geared to the student age level. Questions on the worksheet, relating to marine life of Monterey Bay, can be answered after completing the boat trip.
	Note: Arrangements are subject to availability of a boat on the date of your planned trip. For additional information, to check on availability of a boat for your desired date, or to make a reservation, call (831) 375-4658.

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