HARBOR BREEZE YACHT CHARTERS and CRUISES
- Harbor Breeze Cruises: Long Beach’s Premier Whale Watching Experience: For nearly two decades, Harbor Breeze Cruises has been the top destination for whale watching in Southern California. Welcoming individuals and families from around the world, we offer unforgettable excursions that bring you up close and personal with some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures. Our fleet of modern, safe, and comfortable boats ensures a smooth and enjoyable ride, whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned marine enthusiast.
- Join Us in Long Beach: Located in the heart of Long Beach, just steps from the Aquarium of the Pacific and Shoreline Village, Harbor Breeze Cruises is easy to access and perfect for a day of coastal exploration. No matter the time of year, the ocean is alive with wonder—and we’re here to help you discover it.
- A Sea Safari Like No Other: Every outing is a unique adventure, depending on the season, you could witness the incredible Pacific Gray Whale, Humpback Whale, and even encounter the elusive Blue Whale, the largest animal ever to have lived on Earth. Other frequent sightings include Fin Whales, Minke Whales, and pods of playful dolphins that often swim alongside our boats, delighting passengers with their speed and agility.
- Each whale watching voyage is narrated by experienced naturalists who share fascinating facts about the animals and their environment, making the experience both thrilling and educational.
- Sight-Seeing Harbor Cruises: Join us on a tour of the Long Beach Harbor for a 45-minute narrated cruise around one of the most active ports in the world.
- Private Charters: In addition to daily harbor tours and whale watching tours, Harbor Breeze Cruises charters vessels for customized special events, weddings, and corporate team-building. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply looking for a memorable day on the water, Harbor Breeze Cruises offers an experience that’s both exhilarating and respectful of nature.
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Meeting Spaces
Caroline
- Occupancy: 30 - 100
- Maximum Occupancy: 100
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Banquet | 40 |
The Caroline is used for weddings, private events and yacht parties. Double-deck. The Caroline yacht became part of the fleet in 2002.
Christopher
- Occupancy: 18 - 149
- Maximum Occupancy: 149
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Banquet | 52 |
Christopher is a large catamaran with stadium seating. This vessel is perfect for harbor and whale watching tours, private parties, memorials at sea and weddings. Custom built for the fleet in 2005.
La Espada
- Occupancy: 40 - 250
- Maximum Occupancy: 250
| Configuration | Occupancy |
|---|---|
| Banquet | 100 |
La Espada is a large state-of-the-art luxury catamaran with stadium seating. This vessel is perfect for whale watching an d harbor tours, Catalina Island charters, private events, memorials at sea and weddings. Custom built for the fleet in 2016.
Triumphant
- Occupancy: 20 - 149
- Maximum Occupancy: 149
The Triumphant is a large state-of-the-art catamaran with stadium seating. This vessel is perfect for whale watching and harbor tours, Catalina Island charters, private events, memorials at sea and weddings. Custom built for the fleet in 2013.
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