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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Los Angeles

80 tours  ·  from $13 a head

The coast reads differently from the water and the harbours are where the city keeps its working edge. The 15 below range from a swan boat on Echo Park lake to a full day under sail, each priced and clear about how long you are actually offshore.

Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach - Reading the seasons: minke, humpback, blue, grey, and finback whales
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Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

2.Whale-Watching Cruise from Newport Beach

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 927 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $31

Review of Newport Beach whale watching, with seasonal whale tips, dolphin sightings, boat details, parking advice, value, and booking guidance.

“You might not see any whales but you will definitely see some kind of ocean wildlife. We watched a pod of dolphins surf behind the wake of the boat. Pretty cool!”

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Long Beach: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise - Boarding from LA Waterfront Cruises or Harbor Breeze Cruises
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Long Beach: Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

3.Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 488 reviews · 2h 30m · from $45

Review of Long Beach whale watching with Harbor Breeze, Aquarium naturalists, dolphins, whales, comfort, value, and practical tips.

“We saw several whales but the pinnacle of our trip was the giant pod of dolphins who surrounded the boat and entertained us.”

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Newport Beach: Whale and Dolphin-Watching Cruise - Setting out from Balboa Pavilion
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Newport Beach: Whale and Dolphin-Watching Cruise

4.Whale and Dolphin-Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 415 reviews · 2h 30m · from $30

Cruise from Newport Beach for 150 minutes of whale, dolphin, sea lion, and coastal views, with marine-life guides and a 96% sighting rate.

“We had a really great trip. All of the crew were very helpful, energetic and you could tell they love their jobs. Great experience!”

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Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach - Finding the dock at Shoreline Drive and South Pine Avenue
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Swan Boat Rental at Rainbow Lagoon in Long Beach

Electric Boat Rental Adventure in Newport Beach (up to 12 ppl) - The first minutes on the water
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Electric Boat Rental Adventure in Newport Beach (up to 12 ppl)

Newport Beach: Whale and Dolphin-Watching Cruise - Setting out from Balboa Pavilion
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Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

7.Newport Beach Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 212 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $28

Newport Beach whale and dolphin cruise review with catamaran views, wildlife odds, practical tips, pricing, timing, and what to expect.

“The boat ride alone was worth it. We missed our appointment and were able to get on the next boat without a problem. It’s a little choppy, but calm enough to enjoy a nice trip out to sea!”

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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise - Starting at 400 Main Street in Balboa
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Newport Beach: Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

8.Luxury Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 194 reviews · 2h 30m · from $58

Review of Newport Beach’s 150-minute catamaran whale watch, with dolphins, blue whales, practical parking tips, crew notes, and honest value advice.

“larry took us out in the Catamaran. we got lucky this morning saw 3 whales at 3 different spots. kudos to Larry! also saw large school of dolphins. Wonderful time.”

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Swan Boat Night Ride at Echo Park Lake - Arriving at 751 Echo Park Avenue
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Swan Boat Night Ride at Echo Park Lake

9.Swan Boat Night Ride at Echo Park Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 189 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $13

Pedal a glowing swan boat around Echo Park Lake at night, with city views, fountain lights, life vests, and an affordable $13 price.

“Loved how easy and relaxing the boat ride was. It’s very beautiful at night when it’s all lit up. We reached early and was checked in, so we got to go in our allotted time slot.”

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Newport Beach: Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise - Choosing the best season for whales
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Newport Beach: Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise

10.Year-Round Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 151 reviews · 2h 30m · from $30

Watch whales, dolphins, seals, and coastal scenery on a 2.5-hour Newport Beach cruise with a 96 percent whale-viewing success rate.

“My family really enjoyed this trip . Staff was profesional and friendly.. Although we didn’t get to see whales this time we got to see other sea creature. Recommend 100%.”

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Marina del Rey: City Cruises Champagne Brunch Cruise - A two-hour cruise with an easy pace
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Marina del Rey: City Cruises Champagne Brunch Cruise

11.City Cruises Champagne Brunch Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 2 hours · from $100

Enjoy a two-hour Marina del Rey yacht brunch with a buffet, unlimited champagne, live music, and wide harbor views for $100.

“We had a great experience, are server was so awesome, live music excellent, the crew members are so kind Thank you”

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City Tour of Los Angeles from Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Terminals - Exposition Park and the Coliseum
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City Tour of Los Angeles from Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Terminals

12.City Tour of Los Angeles from Long Beach and San Pedro Cruise Terminals

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 128 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $152

See Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, and Venice Beach on a full-day LA tour with cruise-terminal pickup and LAX drop-off.

“We found that the tour was very good especially the morning we enjoyed the observatory and Hollywood including Mels Diner, we would like to have known who lived in some of the Beverly hills properties and also a stop in Rodeo Drive rather than Venice beach”

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Los Angeles: Luxury Cruise with Wine, Cheese & Sea Lions - Boarding the Duffy boat and settling in
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Los Angeles: Luxury Cruise with Wine, Cheese & Sea Lions

13.Luxury Cruise with Wine, Cheese & Sea Lions

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 116 reviews · 2 hours · from $119

Cruise Marina del Rey on a quiet electric boat with wine, charcuterie, sea lions, yachts, and sunset views for a relaxed two-hour outing.

“Thank you Shaun! It was a great experience and was super relaxing. we had a great chat and it felt like we have know Shaun for such a long time. It truly felt more like cruising around with a friend than a guide.”

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City Cruises Los Angeles Brunch Cruise from Marina del Rey - The buffet: breakfast comfort with seafood and salads
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City Cruises Los Angeles Brunch Cruise from Marina del Rey

Marina Del Rey: Romantic Cruise, Dinner Charcuterie or Sushi - What You See During the Cruise
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Marina Del Rey: Romantic Cruise, Dinner Charcuterie or Sushi

15.Romantic Cruise, Dinner Charcuterie or Sushi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $129

Review of Marina del Rey’s electric Duffy boat cruise, with sunset views, sea lions, wine, charcuterie, sushi, and Captain Shaun.

“Trip was amazing and our special adventure was even better! Shaun was an amazing guide with great conversation. Will definitely do this again.”

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