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Silly me worrying that we wouldn't see any grey whales. We actually heard them before turning in awe to see these giants swimming amongst us. Our guide Gary got everyone all safetied up and vested. The boat was a kickass Zodiac that was nimble and stable as we passed sunbathing seals on our way out of narrow Depoe Bay harbor and into the Pacific. We motored just a short bit before we were trolling and watching whales feeding in the kelp beds. It was an amazing experience. I could be greedy and wish for a full breach. But, really everything after you see that first whale is all gravy. Sometimes life just comes up all Milhouse for you. Whales all day, tip your Captain read more

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Peggy A.

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This was so fun! The guy that took us out was good at keeping us updated on what he saw. He reminded me of my grandpa, blunt and hard working! read more

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Eric J.

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Booked a few months in advance for an afternoon tour and hoping to see some whales. Got to the dock a bit early and was Instantly greeted with friendly charm. Couldn't ask for a better captain/ tour guide. He was packed with knowledge and made it fun. He knew what he was doing and instantly found whales. Loved the ride and the kindness of the captain. read more

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Gary S.

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Amazing experience! Must have seen 10 whales. The zodiacs make it so much fun! They were able to easily maneuver to give everyone great views. Highly recommend! read more

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Y'all, this trip was so much fun. The vessel is intimate and close to the water, which makes the experience all the more special. The captain was so friendly, he was extremely knowledgeable, and always made sure we were comfortable and could see the whales. Despite my getting terribly seasick and throwing up at least 3x, he didn't bat an eye and actually apologized to me that I was not feeling well. The captain could not have been sweeter. We also saw some baby seals/sea lions! You can hear the dialogue between your vessel and the other ones out there, which is very humorous and enjoyable. Will definitely go again! Maybe, just with some Dramamine next time. read more

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Gary S.

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Renee H.

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Whale's Tail Charters made our trip to Oregon even more special! What a fun group activity! So glad we reserved this tour in advance! Our captain, Laird, did a fabulous job finding multiple whales and showing us the coastline. It was the perfect way to enjoy an afternoon along the Oregon coast! Laird was entertaining, informative, and fun! While there are no guarantees that you'll see whales, being able to motor around the coast and take in the scenery can be just as enjoyable. The sea lions were also fun to watch. The ocean can be a little choppy, depending on the weather, so this may not be for everyone. We didn't mind a few bumps, but it could have been a lot rougher if the winds had picked up. We were dressed appropriately, with windbreakers, fleeces, and tennis shoes, so everyone was comfortable. Be sure to check the forecast a few days beforehand, as you are able to cancel up to 24 hours in advance if you need to. Hopefully, you'll be up for the tour, as it was so memorable! It was much more adventurous touring in a smaller, more intimate boat and the waves were even fun to navigate. read more

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Gary S.

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Kimberly B.

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Loved this. Our guide was great and entertaining. We saw some whales, non breached but it was the wrong season. Super fun and affordable.

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Gary S.

Thank you you Kimberly for going out with us.

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Easy to book, friendly and informative. A great experience all around. Saw several gray whales, sea lions, jellyfish etc and learned a ton about marine life! read more

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Gary S.

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Jasper S.

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We've been whale watching with Captain Gary for over ten years now. We've never been disappointed. His knowledge and expertise is beyond compare. The zodiacs are by far the best boat for whale watching! They are not crowded (6-8 people), they are low in the water, they don't rock like fishing boats. Our family looks forward to this every year! A+ quality adventure! read more

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Whale watching is a must if you are traveling along the Oregon Coast. We chose Whale's Tail Charters and thoroughly enjoyed it. We selected 10AM and arrived 30 minutes early per the instructions so we were able to go ahead and head out since everyone was there. The boat was smaller and only 2 other people were in our party which we really liked. Gary was very informative. We loved that we were able to get out before other tour companies to see all of the whales and also to see so many whales. read more

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Mark G.

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What a GREAT excursion. Captain Gary was very professional and knowledgeable So glad we picked the small boat as compared to the 30 or 40 passenger ones Everyone had an opportunity to see the whales up close and personal Will do again when in Depoe Bay read more

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Gary S.

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Monika B.

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I've been here twice in the last two years and I absolutely love whale watching with this place. Soooo knowledgeable and friendly! We saw plenty of whales both them (which is never a guarantee). The gentleman taking my family and I around was the absolute sweetest guy. He had so much patience with my kids and answering all their questions, I should say all my husbands questions too. I believe his name was Larry! You absolutely MUST come whale watching here if you're anywhere near Depoe Bay. read more

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We had such a great experience with Gary as our guide. We had no idea if we'd actually see a whale when we began our drive to the dock, but we were so pleasantly surprised to see a grey whale multiple times and up close! Gary was extremely knowledgeable and being on a small boat was such a great decision, providing us with a fantastic family memory. Highly recommend going with Whale's Tail! read more

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Gary S.

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Sandra B.

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I booked a whale watching trip several weeks ago and received the confirmation emails. I neglected to open the email until the day of the trip. Somehow I booked this trip thinking it was in Florence, Or where we are traveling to today. Unfortunately, we are unable to make it to Depoe Bay by the time of the whale watching trip. I called and Kip was very nice but said it was outside of his 24 hour cancellation period. I sort of pleaded with him and he did end up refunding my money. We are super disappointed that we are missing this trip and will keep it in mind next time we are in the area. Thank you for being so understanding. read more

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Gary S.

Thank you, we look forward to seeing you in the future. Take care.

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Sase D.

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When arriving at the docks the company had two boats ready to go and we were told we could hope on either one. We ended up in the WRONG boat. I could tell that, collectively, the boat operators know what they're doing and know all the best spots to see whales breaching. HOWEVER, we ended up in a boat captained by an older guy who kept talking about how we couldn't get closer to the whales but that they could come up to us and how previous customer had gotten great photos that way. EXCEPT every time a whale started to come closer to us he would start the engine and drive AWAY from the whales. I ended up getting better views of whales from the shore. A total waste of time and money! I've waited 7 months to post this and I'm still mad when I think about it. read more

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Stephen B.

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Had a great time! Was able to see a whale and the entire experience was both simple and fun. I'd definitely recommend. read more

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Mads Z.

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Count my wife and I as two more happy customers! This was. first time expedience for both of us and it blew away any expectations either of us had prior. Capt. Gary is incredible nice and knowledgeable and he even waited for us as we were a few minutes late due to traffic. Highly recommend this as a part of your trip to the coast! read more

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Kelly L.

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Thank you to our captain today as he patiently searched for whales and made sure we all got pictures we wanted. I love doing this in the smaller Zodiac boat! It was such a fun trip, we found whales several times, saw beautiful sea lions and were entertained with stories and great conversation! If you are looking for a very personal experience then this is the whale watching trip you must take! read more

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Megan B.

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Guys, it doesn't get better than this. You're only out there for an hour OR an hour and a half but it's SO much fun and it's worth every penny; which while we're at it, you can't argue with the pricing! It's a small charter and my friends and I happened to book an outing with Gary and we were the only ones. It was very informative and Gary is the best! He doesn't just drive the zodiac; he includes you in conversations and has a lot of stories to tell! He's very nice and he brings his dog Missy on the zodiac with him and what's better than seeing whales and hanging out with a dog for 1 + hour? Nothing is. ONLY downside is the short times out on the water. Once you're out there, you don't want to come back but that's my only complaint and I will definitely be back to use WTC again! read more

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Sana T.

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Loved the experience from start to finish. Captain Gary was super kind, very informative and even had his cool dog Missy with him. He made sure we got our monies worth and was very patient and friendly! Thank you again we had a blast! read more

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We loved this charter To start off we goofed and thought our charter was on Tuesday not Monday. 15 minutes before the charter was to leave captain Gary called to see if we were coming. We were 30 minutes away eating breakfast. He allowed us to reschedule. We went out longer than the 1 1/2 time we had paid for. Other charters were turning and leaving but at that moment the whales were really showing themselves. Captain Gary stayed and let us spend additional time watching. He knew his stuff and we learned a lot from him. I would recommend this charter to everyone and if I hear of others coming this way I will encourage them to use Whale' Tale. Thanks captain Gary!! Tammy Haslem read more

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Jessica D.

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Fantastic tour from a very knowledgeable local! We saw numerous whales, several seals, and some porpoises! read more

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Katie W.

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My sweetheart and I had the best time with Captain Gary. Even though it was really foggy, with Gary's expert navigation we were able to track a couple of gray whales. Cruising out on the Zodiac made the experience even more fun. They purposely keep the number of passengers to four for social distancing, which we really appreciated. Can't wait to go again! read more

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Ellie B.

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4 years ago

I did not take a tour with this company. I did have a reservation but I had to cancel about 5 days before my reservation. They were extremely prompt and professional in processing my refund right away. It's a good sign as to the quality of their business and I will reschedule in the future when I am able to visit the area again. read more

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Ted T.

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As others have stated, it's perfect for those that like to see gray whales but not fans of a crowded boat. Zodiac is fun, small and maneuverable. They only take a few folks at a time. Life jackets provided. Proprietor and guide Gary is pleasant and knowledgeable but not overly loquacious. He takes his work seriously. Good time and very glad we went. read more

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Our first whale watch. Gary was our captain. We were in a rubber runabout which put us close to the water so when a whale came up on us blew into the boat as it dove under us it was up close and personal. Great! Jerry found us two whales to watch right away. Fun trip. Nice captain. Can recommend them. read more

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Heather T.

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My family of 4 had so much fun and would absolutely go out again with Whale's Tail Charters. It was only the 4 of us so it was a private tour, so to speak. We saw whales, sea lions, and then my kids requested to "go fast" and the captain obliged. We did the one-hour tour. Really it was perfection, my kids said it was "unforgettable", and I don't have a single negative memory of this event. We went on a Saturday and the parking lot was crowded but we were still able to find parking easily. Someone from the office called us while we were on the way, to give us a heads up about the parking situation (though it wasn't really needed). They were very kind and helpful from start to finish. read more

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Sharon S.

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We were lucky and had great weather, We, unfortunately, didn't get to see any whales but just like fishing sometimes you do sometimes you don't, none the less the trip was great we went south out of Depot Bay it was fun to see areas we play at from the water. Clean boat and friendly staff. read more

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Elena M.

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We had absolutely amazing experience going out to the ocean to watch whales! I highly recommend this company - (1) due to delayed flight, we had to move the booking to the next day - and WTC accommodated our circumstances with no problem; (2) due to the traffic, we were running late - and the boat was waiting for us at the bay until we got there; (3) we booked 1 hour trip - and there was no rush on the boat captain behalf - we spent a bit more time out in the waters watching such grand creature rolling its back round-and-round in the cove. In addition, we heard amazing stories about the whales nature and habits. If you are visiting this area, such trip is 'a must!' and I can't find better company to do it with! Thank you, Whale's Tail Charters for the magic! read more

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Ian M.

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We had a great experience. Saw lots of whales and several were up close. We highly recommend.

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Megan M.

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This was the best experience. Gary was a great guide. I would most definitely do this again...I would most certainly ask for Gary to be my guide. read more

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Loved our trip with these guys, our guide was very knowledgeable and made sure we got to see some whale. Missy, an adorable little dog, was on with us, since it was my first time on a small boat out in the ocean, the dog helped with my nerves! Thanks Missy and Whale's Tale! read more

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Last week, 6 of us went out with Captain Gary on Whale's Tail charters. He was professional, nice and we saw several whales (and a sea lion). We had an awesome time! I'd highly recommend Whale's Tail charters. When I started to feel sea sick, the captain was very kind and moved the boat to help me feel better. Did I mention we saw several whale sitings?!? read more

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Shelly C.

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Great price, loads of fun and WHALES!!!! Captain Gary was so great and very patient as we waited for the whales, he sure can spot them. Will surely do this trip again. Saw loads of whales, tales, flippers, wow! read more

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We booked a few days in advance and they called us to let us know that they were in fact going out that day, which was nice (the previous days had been very windy/stormy). We had 5 adults and the price was great for what we were getting. Unfortunately, I'd say our tour guide was not exactly the most friendly and didn't point out too many things along the way. We did not see any whales, which wasn't anybody's fault obviously but somewhat disappointing. Also, completely my body, but I became extremely seasick and threw up about 6 times. If you don't get seasick though I'm sure you will love this tour! read more

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Crystal J.

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One of a kind unique experience. This is something that my family and I will never forget. Our captain was very friendly and experienced. We got two close up encounters with the whales. I doubt that we will ever experience anything like this again. read more

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My family did our first whale watch, Captain Gary was great at making sure we saw the whales. He was extremely knowledgeable and really made the tour incredible. We did the 90 min tour and it was just perfect and unforgettable. I HIGHLY recommend Whale's Tail Charters. read more

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Didn't see one whale....but the hour out was well worth it. Capt. Brown was a wealth of information and handled the zodiac boat perfectly. We saw local landmarks and sea lions, and great info about the migration of the whales and the "resident" whales. The price is a steal for what you get and we hope to return in the summer for 1 1/2 hour tour in hopes to see some of the local whales who stay in the Bay and we will be asking for Captain Laird Brown. read more

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Coast Guard Dr
Dock 2
Depoe Bay Harbor
Depoe Bay, OR 97341
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(541) 921-1323
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https://www.whalestaildepoebay.com

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What time does Whale's Tail Charters open?

Whale's Tail Charters opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Whale's Tail Charters close?

Whale's Tail Charters closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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Does Whale's Tail Charters have free WiFi?

Yes, Whale's Tail Charters has free WiFi.

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Whale's Tail Charters is dedicated to ensuring that your time spent whale watching with us is the highlight of your vacation. Our boats provide passengers with the adventure of a lifetime through excellent customer service, seamanship, first class vessels, and highest possible safety standards. So sit back and enjoy as we take you on the ultimate whale watching tour! Secure Online Booking

History

Established in 2009.

Our trips are fun, informative and interactive, and we are dedicated to making your Oregon coast whale watching trip an experience of a lifetime.

Meet the Business Owner: Gary S.

Gary, Owner/Operator Whale's Tail Charters: Licensed U.S. Merchant Marine Officer, Master of Steam, Motor or Sailing vessels of 1600 gross tons upon oceans. I have over 50 years of going to sea from small boats to large ships and numerous Maritime Schools. When you contact us by phone or email, you'll be helped by Kit. She's our awesome Whale's Tail Support Team. She can help answer your questions or just point you in the right direction with our Secure Online Booking system.

Review Highlights - Whale's Tail Charters

“Captain Gary was so great and very patient as we waited for the whales, he sure can spot them.”

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Dockside Charters

4.3(136 reviews)

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EASY 5 Stars from this Yelper! Very friendly, professional and spotless boats. The deckhand was…read morethe best of any charter I have gone out with and the process of getting your fish cleaned and sealed is very quick and efficient. When in the area, board the Samson and go nail some serious fish!!!

Great experience. The crew and the captain were very experienced, and you can tell they care about…read morethe guest experience, as they went out of their way to help find whale sightings. I would recommend this tour!

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Whale Research Eco Excursions

4.7(95 reviews)

I reserved this trip for my best friends birthday and it did not disappoint!! We went out on the…read moreKrazy Koda and Andrew was our Captain. We were expecting rain and really cold weather for our trip given the forecast and we almost rescheduled anticipating rough conditions. We were so glad we didn't reschedule! From the lady that greeted us and checked us in, the wonderful lady volunteer that went out with us and of course, our Captain - they all made the experience so amazing! Captain Andrew had an amazing sense of humor and was so nice. Captain Andrew talked about the seals, sea lions, birds, Depoe Bay history and of course - the whales. We got to experience several sightings and are pretty sure we saw a female and male. The one whale got much closer than we expected and we absolutely loved it all! The entire experience was amazing and we absolutely would recommend it to anyone. If we really had to stretch for any critique at all, it would be to update the short video you watch just before your tour. It explains what to look for and the different types of whales that frequent Depoe Bay. Also, we absolutely recommend the smaller boats like the 6 seater we rode. The larger boats had no seating and it didn't feel as personal due to the amount of passengers they had. And lastly, my bestie said it was the coolest experience yet and best birthday ever!!

Carrie and the entire team at Whale Research Eco Excursions are amazing! I was pleased to see how…read moremuch effort is placed on education, with an informative video presentation prior to the tour. Don't skip the video or the opportunity to view the exhibits in the museum, there is much to learn about these amazing creatures. Depoe Bay is blessed with a plentiful food source, and a protective environment for grey whales. I've lived in the Pacific Northwest most of my life and have taken for granted just how accessible whales really are in this region. During peak migration months it's possible to view the whales right from your car as you're driving down Highway 101! From the moment we booked our $55 tickets for a six-person, 90-minute whale watching tour along the coast, everyone at Eco Excursions made us feel welcome. It's evident these folks really love what they do, because everything just fell into place. Booking tickets was easy, checking in was a breeze, any concerns about locating and boarding the boat were taken care of. Our guide was friendly and informative, and really went out of his way to make sure we had a pleasant experience. There's something so magical about viewing these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Experiencing whale breath, viewing them so closely you can count the barnacles attached to them, and repeatedly seeing them surface and fluke... nothing compares! It's difficult to explain the pure joy I felt out on the water with a team who clearly bring their A-game to work every day! Thank you so much, Whale Research Eco Excursions - your tour ranks very highly in the list of my most treasured life experiences.

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Tradewinds Charters - Whale Watching & Fishing - Oregon

3.4(74 reviews)

Dog friendly whale watch trips are amazing! They have a site to board from right along the…read moreboardwalk so you don't need to re-park down in the harbor. They also have ADA accessibility. The gift shop below has motion sickness remedies on hand if needed. Tradewinds' also has the largest boat in the harbor at 53' feet , 3 bathrooms and heated cabin. This place has got you covered. The 5 hour bottom fish and crab trip is the most affordable and fun trip if you're looking for a good time fishing.

Came all the way from Seattle and had this booked for 3 weeks, they canceled our trip on a…read morebeautiful Oregon coast day 45 minutes before we were suppose to leave. Don't book with this company. Communication was also terrible when trying to reach them and ask questions.

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Whale Watching Center

4.5(30 reviews)

Finally came by when it was open. Didn't see any whales, though. We did get to see the displays…read more Touch replica whales bones, and they had binoculars for public use. Very cool. The front was packed with tourists watching the movie. Still was pretty cool to see everything set up.

This place is awesome…read more During operational hours, onsite staff with a video camera casting a live large projection on the wall sightings of whales and guiding where to look. Plenty of complimentary binoculars for the public to use. Educational displays about whales. The center is perched above the bay cliff side and the views are amazing.

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Seagull overlooking the bay with gray whales

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Whale Sealife and Shark Museum

3.8(4 reviews)

They have wonderful trips. Very interactive. Very informative. If you're looking for a sea life…read moretour, this is the one to take.

Proper description. On the label, it says whale and shark museum but when you click on the icon on…read morethe map, it pops up as a whale watching tour, which is not a museum.

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Northwest Ecotours & Guide Service

5.0(3 reviews)

11.9 mi

Abigail was awesome, and funny! My husband and I went on the offroad foraging adventure, and we…read moreboth enjoyed it a lot! She was able to describe things for me, a novice adventurer, but also went into depth on some plants, which was great for my husband, who knows a bit more than I do. We didn't go off trail too much, except for a couple of mushroom clusters that were found (which we kept and tried that night!) , and thankfully the trail was pretty even, so not a ton of hills or anything! It also was a great variety of nature along the trail, so we got a bit of everything! Can't wait to visit the area again and try another tour!

I got a foraging tour as a birthday gift and just cashed it in today. It was FANtastic! Abigail…read moretook me to some spots near Neptune State Park. I learned about some edible (and medicinal) greens, berries and mushrooms that are growing now and info on what to look for from those same plants in different seasons. She is a fun guide with a lot of useful knowledge. Highly recommend it!

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These oyster mushrooms went all the way up and down the tree!

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Northwest EcoExcursions

5.0(2 reviews)

0.2 mi

My husband, dog, and I recently took their kayaking trip to Beaver Creek and had an absolute blast!…read more I was blown away by the wealth of knowledge our guide Tracie had. More than any other guide I've had, I appreciated her knowledge bank because she didn't just throw random factoids out at us, she wove the information together in a way that allowed us to sink into the eco-system and absorb the history, geology, and biology. We avidly enjoy nature, and were a little bit surprised that everything she told us was new! From start to finish it was a wonderful trip as we didn't have to lift a finger, and learned interesting things even on the ride there and back! LOVE that they're dog friendly! She just perched in between us on the tandem kayak and enjoyed being paddled around like Queen Sheba! Highly, Highly Recommended! PS - found out that the guide is a NATIVE AMERICAN, NATURALIST, has I biology degree I think, and was a park ranger for 15 years!!!

Wonderful, exciting, knowledgeable and engaging. Thank you for your kind and joyful experience.read more

Native Plants & medicinal uses tour-Cascade Head!

Just wachin' the world go by (now tell me she isn't the cutest dog alive?!)

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5.0(38 reviews)

55.4 mi

Great value, communication, service, and accommodations. Our day of wine tasting in the valley was…read moreterrific, thanks largely in part to Cellar Door. They were super easy to schedule all the details of the tour with and accommodated pretty much all of our requests. The lunch they provided was delicious and Jill was an easy-going, knowledgeable driver/guide. Cannot recommend them enough if you're looking to spend the day seeing and tasting all the valley has to offer.

What a great experience! We contracted with Cellar Door Wine Tours for a tour of wineries in…read moreWillamette Valley. Helen was our guide and she was so engaging and knowledgeable. The wineries she chose all had a different flair and had unique stories. As we are not knowledgeable about Pinot Noir, Helen was a wealth of information. Not only did we learn about Pinot Noir but she also gave me some baking tips. She had prepared our lunch and the cookies she made were fantastic! (She has a background in the restaurant business.) Our tour was in July and, of course, the wine would not be shipped by Cellar Door or the winery until October. Both shipments arrived promptly in October as promised! We highly recommend Cellar Door Wine Tours. Oh, and our wines seem even more delicious at home.

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Mo Ayoub explains his wine to my guests

Coastal Luxury Limousine World Wide

1.0(1 review)

10.8 mi

Do not book with them! Awful customer service, had a business trip that scheduled 9 people a few…read moreemergencies came up. 3 where not able to attend was charged for 9. Then on the way back there was 4 of us because of another emergency was again charged for 9 people. The shuttle was completely full, there was no room for the people they was "holding seats" for. Hot miserable rude.

From the owner: When you want that extra level of comfort while traveling, our luxury vehicles are the perfect…read moresolution. At Coastal Luxury, we are here to provide you with impeccable service on the coast and in the valley. Now serving Salem as well as the Central Oregon coast with our fleet of Towncars, Limousines, and vans.

Our 4passengers sedan

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Depoe Bay State Park

5.0(4 reviews)

One of my favorite stops on our drive down the coast, even though (for me) it was incredibly…read morefrustrating trying to spot all the whales that everyone else was seeing so easily!! We had originally planned to get here early enough to take a whale watching boat tour, but it was so incredibly foggy, we decided to just park and see what we could on the walkway on the main street though town. While a trip out on one of the many boats that leave from here would have been fun, since they all seem to come right near to the shore to see the same whales we were seeing, we saved a few bucks and had a great walk through town instead. There's an informative whale info center, with some great views from their second floor observatory (we even saw a sea lion or two lounging out on the rocks!) along with all the usual gift shops and some pretty good restaurant choices, all in easy walking distance. I'd say go EARLY, both to take the whale watching tours, which seemed to be selling out pretty quickly, in spite of the fog, and to avoid the MUCH larger crowds that seemed to be arriving just as we were heading out around lunch time. Don't let the crowds scare you too much though; it's a great stop and DEFINITELY worth a visit!!

One of our favorite spots! The waves crashing in, it's an amazing sunset area, whales are in the…read morecove sometimes and there are amazing shops across the street. It's awesome when it's sunny and bright and it's amazing when it's stormy and waves are crashing hard.