Nov 04, 2011 humpback whales shock kayakers, surfer. Whale and dolphin watching in the galapagos is one of the most incredible and unforgettable experiences of life. Humpback whales feeding 30 yards from beach west cliff dr santa cruz, ca a pair of humpback whales swam less than 30 yards away from waves breaking on a beach on west cliff dr in santa cruz, ca. The grey whales in the bay here are often younger whales that have stopped to rest or feed during their 6000 mile migration from mexico to alaska. Santa cruz has enough pacific shoreline that it has seen its share of unfortunate strandings. On these white shark encounters we get up close and personal to these apex predators as they come in to check us out. Whales sea spirit santa cruz whale watching safari tours. A dead male humpback whale found floating in waters off santa cruz was towed away from a kelp bed near a popular walking trail wednesday afternoon, marine officials said. Where to go whale watching on the san mateo coast bay area. Latest marine mammal sightings monterey bay whale watch. Velocity is one of the only charter boats in northern california equipped with passenger bunks and comfortable highback seating. Aug 24, 2015 santa cruz, ca photographer deana glenz went whale watching this weekend and snapped an amazing image.
Brochure and species guide download the whale alert app download whale mapp for android follow us on facebook news. Santa cruz has the largest human population any of the few islands that people inhabit. Santa cruz, ca the monterey bay is teeming with whales, especially blue whales, proving a boon for local whale watching businesses. While santa cruz gets thumbsup for its hangloose surf scene, oceanfront amusement park, flawless beach, and classic wooden pier, theres another giant treasure lurking just beneath the surface. At 75 feet, the condor express delivers up to 120 passengers to the santa barbara channels prime feeding grounds. Stagnaro sport fishing, charters and whale watching cruises, santa cruz and monterey bay, california ca. About 5 miles due south of santa barbara harbor during the morning departure a herd of dolphins located the condor express. Whalers cove is a neighborhood in santa cruz, california. On 4172018 a family of killer whales brutally attacked and consumed a baby gray whale out of moss landing, in the monterey bay. Along pebble beach drive in crescent city humboldt county. Thirtyfive species of cetaceans have been recorded off the coast of argentina.
Their feeding frenzy is often visible from shore, from monterey to santa cruz, at hot spots such as aptos seacliff state beach and marina beach, as. As said in my answer to the same question above, moss landing is the best place to go whale watching, because the whales have been in this area this year. Music to your ears im sure, especially if you get seasick on boats. You might also spot the shy minke whale, fin whale, pacific whitesided dolphin, coastal bottlenose dolphin and rissos dolphin. Her spacious walkaround deck and exterior seating make her a great choice for fishing, whale watching and scenic tours. Whale watching from land if youre looking to whale watch from shore, there are many locations along the west coast from california to washington. Santa cruz, baltra, puerto ayora galapagos cruises. Migratory whales, including grays, blues, and humpbacks, can all be spied off the coast here at different times of year, and dolphins, sea otters, and seals are observed year round. Scientists from the long marine lab quickly stripped the flesh and disassembled the bones. Whale and dolphin watching can be done by land on occasion, but it is typically done by boat. I was captaining the whale watching boat sanctuary while flying the drone and filming in. Hatch, a santa cruz resident, said the whale came with feet of her kayak before. One way to view some of these species up close is on one of the areas whale watching excursion boats.
Nov 04, 2011 whales surprise surfer near santa cruz, california beach video. Sanctuary cruise whale watching package santa cruz hotel. Owning a fancy whale scarf is all well and good, but opportunities to wear it are rare. These waters are rich in nutrients, fueling the growth of planktonthe basis for the sanctuarys rich marine food chain. Blue whale skeleton at the seymour marine discovery center at long marine laboratory arching 87 feet in length and rising 18 feet above the ground, the blue whale skeleton at the seymour center is a sight to behold. Shark attacks california surfer eric tarantino and friend were 150 yards off shore when the attack occurred. Santa cruz cbs sf as many as 11 humpback whales have been feeding unusually close to the santa cruz shoreline, and theres. Santa cruz whale watching by stagnaro charters home. As for seasickness, you will be in monterey bay, not the pacific ocean, so the water will be calmer. Not as many whales as the open water tour, but this tour features the calmer waters of the monterey bay off santa cruz cove. Todays groupon puts your whale fandom to the test with a 3. No matter when you go, youre likely to see one or more whale species, which may be migrating through the area or feeding in the bay.
Humboldt lagoons state park dry lagoon, 707 6773570. The whale skeleton was reconstructed a few bones lost in the tide or nabbed by souvenir collectors, but pretty much all here. The harbor provides permanent moorage for approximately 1,200 wetberthed and 275 drystored vessels and offers both residents and visitors access to a variety of recreational and commercial opportunities. Santa cruz whale watching by stagnaro charters home facebook. Her experienced crew is dedicated to making your ocean adventure fun and memorable. Humpback whales gorge in monterey bay the mercury news. Lab officials are investigating the deaths of two gray whale carcasses that washed up this week. They feed on anchovies, sardines, and krill shrimp like crustaceans.
This can be on your cruise, or you can take a separate charter boat specifically to see whales. Whale and dolphin watching in the galapagos, when and where. Santa cruz, ca photographer deana glenz went whale watching this weekend and snapped an amazing image. The whales of monterey bay santa cruz whale watching by. Shmuel thaler santa cruz sentinel a blue whale, one of five seen during the monterey bay whale watchs august 3, 2017 allday whale watch. Stagnaro charters presents yearround whale watching trips on monterey.
Monterey bay kayaker has close whale encounter the mercury. While standing from shore one can look out at the majestic. Blue whales at santa cruz island condor express whale watching. There are a variety of ways to get out on the water for a whale watching adventure in santa barbara. Blue whale skeleton at the seymour marine discovery center. Four mariners find themselves in a perfect vantage point to watch a whale in the monterey bay. Our great white shark safari tours venture down to shark park, a warm calm water area just a short distance from the santa cruz harbor but still in the monterey bay sanctuary. Santa cruz sport fishing, private fishing charters and whale. Below are just a few locations youll likely be able to see whales during migration without getting seasick. Call us at the number below to speak with a shore excursion specialist.
Humpback whale feeding 30 yards from beach santa cruz, ca. Coast guard was monitoring the waters off santa cruz, where a pod of whales has settled unusually close to shore. To make the monterey and santa cruz area even more appealing, the whale watching season is the longest in the state of california, lasting more or less all year. This tour offers you the rare opportunity of watching whales and dolphins in their natural environment. Or, if it is more convenient, take a boat from stagnaro bros.
Santa cruz harbor gateway to the monterey bay national. Harbor seals and southern sea otters, which are seen on all whale watching trips, are not included in the list. Capitolasanta cruz an upturn in striped bass fishing from shore in the santa cruz area got people excited as they waited for nicer conditions and an improved salmon bite, and halibut catches from santa cruz wharf added kindling to the fishing fire. The trend of whales washing ashore continues, this time in santa cruz county. Thats right, you dont need to be on a boat to see whales. Whales surprise surfer near santa cruz, california beach video. Santa cruz whale watching 2896 soquel ave santa cruz, ca 95062 santa cruz whale watching offers cruises off shore in santa cruz and monterey bay whale watching trips with seven different species of whales and dolphin and porpoise. Current monterey bay and santa cruz fishing reports. Take advantage of discount sanctuary cruise whale watching tickets by booking one nights stay at our santa cruz hotel, inn at pasatiempo in santa cruz, ca. Great white shark safari tour sea spirit whale watching. Whale watching monterey and santa cruz what to know.
Using either a kayak or standup paddle board, you can get unparalleled views of humpback whales right off the shores of monterey bay, california. Kayak with humpback whales in monterey bay, moss landing. The local herd comes to monterey bay and the central coast for seasonal feeding. Find out how to watch whales from monterey to santa cruz when to go. And its not just gray whales, but minke, humpback and blue whales are all visible from the coast. We dont have far to go these days to find amazing monterey bay wildlife. Santa cruz whale watching deals in santa cruz, ca groupon. Thurs, 71819 santa cruz whale watching had some hot whale action today. Youll find many great spots to whale watch from shore from del norte to san diego county. These waters are rich in nutrients, fueling the growth of planktonthe basis for. Whale watching in santa barbara outdoor activities. Whale watching ocean safari trip for one, two, or four adults from sea spirit ocean safari up to 27% off. If youre looking to whale watch from shore, there are many locations along the west. The population is mostly centered in the port city of puerto ayora.
Monterey bay kayaker has close whale encounter the mercury news. Monterey bay wildlife near shore off santa cruz santa cruz whale. We only take 30 passengers per trip to allow for more personal time with the crew and comfort while riding on board. Massive humpback whale washes ashore in santa cruz county. To make the monterey and santa cruz area even more appealing, the whalewatching season is the longest in the state of california, lasting more or less all year. This female blue whale was 87ft long when she washed up dead on a beach about 30 miles north in 1979.
View homes for sale, photos, maps, school ratings and more at. Whales putting on a show near santa cruz beaches sfgate. Complete information about santa cruz whale watching by stagnaro charters in santa cruz, california. Recent sightings santa cruz whale watching by stagnaro. Morning and evening tours are available, private tours too. Sep 15, 2015 humpback whales feeding 30 yards from beach west cliff dr santa cruz, ca a pair of humpback whales swam less than 30 yards away from waves breaking on a beach on west cliff dr in santa cruz, ca. There are plenty of places on the coast where you can watch for whales from shore. Many marine mammals visit our coastline and shores but none capture our imagination like whales.
Aug 10, 2017 humpback whales gorge in monterey bay. Our primary whale watch vessel is the sur randy which measure 53ft in length and carries up to 45 passengers. Great white shark attacks fishing boat off santa cruz coast duration. Oct 19, 2016 whale and dolphin watching in the galapagos is one of the most incredible and unforgettable experiences of life. Surfer almost swallowed by humpback whale pod in santa cruz. Anchovy feeding frenzy brings pod of humpbacks close to santa cruz coast. Captain tasha headed for santa cruz island today with moderately choppy seas. Center of the archipelago is santa cruz island, where the volcanic activity has long ceased, and now this island is the focal point for the galapagos.
Velocity, stagnaro sport fishing, charters and whale watching. There are several locations along the whale trail, where many whales can be. Shmuel thaler santa cruz sentinel a humpback whale surfaces in the monterey bay off of aptos this week. Aug 20, 20 monterey bay kayaker has close whale encounter. Faqs discovery whale watch monterey bay, santa cruz, san. Approximately 20,000 whales pass by the santa cruz coast south and then north again in a 5month period. Humpback whales come dangerously close to people at santa.
Santa cruz, california to us, whale sculptures in this pose always look beached and dead. The sanctuary offers some of the worlds best yearround whale watching. During the spring and summer, n orthwest winds push the surface water offshore, replacing it with cold water from greater depths. Capitola, santa cruz, striped bass fishing from shore, angler. May through november private charters year round this trip focuses mostly on the humpback whale. It was seen again on friday by towboatus santa cruz and reported to the coast guard. Sighting included 2 giant blue whales and 200 longbeaked common dolphins. Their feeding frenzy is often visible from shore, from monterey to santa cruz, at hot spots such as. Operating out of santa cruz harbor, stagnaro charters offers daily whale.
A team from marine life studies was able to find the. December through april private charters year round this trip mostly focuses on the annual migration of the california gray whale. Whale watching from the shore around monterey bay you can watch whales from the land along the monterey coast, but the best places for that arent on the shores of the bay. Santa cruz whale watching by stagnaro charters, santa cruz, california. Though it is possible to see many of these whales overlap their seasons, here is a good general guideline on what types of whales well see throughout the year on our trips.