Whale Watching in Ventura

You haven't experienced the wonderfulness that is living in Southern California if you have never gone whale watching in Ventura.  From now until April 17, 2011, Pacific Gray Whales travel from the warm waters of Mexico, where they breed and give birth, pass through the Santa Barbara Channel and continue on to the colder waters of the Bering Sea.  That's when it's peak season to view these magnificent creatures for yourself.

Island Packers offers wonderful whale watching cruises that depart from either the Ventura Harbor (1691 Spinnaker Dr #105B, Ventura) or Channel Islands Harbor (3600 S Harbor Blvd, Oxnard) until the middle of April.  These cruises can take anywhere from 3 to 3 1/2 hours total.  The departure schedule varies from day to day.  They aren't always available from both harbors.  So, make sure to visit the Island Packers' website to find out what tours are available for each harbor on specific days.  Tickets for adults are $33 each, seniors (55+) can cruise for $30 each and children ages 3-12 are just $24 each. 

If you want to experience something truly spectacular off our beautiful Southern California coasts, try whale watching in Ventura.  You might even get to see some dolphins while you're out, too.