Avila Beach Whale Watching

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3950 Avila Beach Dr
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405

Avila Beach Whale Watching offers family-oriented, educational boat tours and whale watching adventures on the pristine waters of San Luis Obispo Bay. With an abundance of wildlife year-round, visitors can expect sightings of whales, dolphins, sea lions, and a variety of sea birds during their tours.

Ranked as the best whale watching and boat tour on the central coast of California for the past 13 years, Avila Beach Whale Watching provides a unique experience with small group sizes of only 6 passengers per tour. Their 28ft power catamaran, the Pacific Flyer, ensures unobstructed views and a smooth ride, allowing for a more intimate and personalized encounter with the marine life.

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Susanne M.
5/7/2025

We had such a great day on this tour. Our captain was extremely informative and helpful. We lucked out with great weather and lots of animals. We saw everything from sea lions to whales. I would...

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Inez L.
9/24/2025

Wow... I had low expectations. I've never been whale watching and thought well maybe, if lucky, we will see 1 whale. Oh boy was I wrong. Like 30!! The owner/captain was amazing! Highly recommend...

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Rylin G.
10/4/2025

1st timer today and wow........ AMAZING!!! Unlike any whale watching boat I've been on before! The best captain and experience. You get up close to whales like never before! Saw a feeding frenzy...

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Lori C.
9/29/2025

This was the most amazing well watching trip I have been on ever. We go to Avila every year and always take this whale watching boat. The owner and his guide are both so knowledgeable and continue...

Mark W.
5/12/2025

What a great experience. We were lucky, and had a gorgeous day and pretty good waters. Our Captain was Frank, who was great. Fun, very personable, knowledgeable (handsome) and always made you feel...

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