Whale Watching Avila Beach Zodiac Tours

Whale Watching Tours In Avila Beach

Avila Beach whale watching is one of the most exciting wildlife experiences on California’s Central Coast. The waters just offshore from Avila Beach and Port San Luis Harbor are home to migrating whales, dolphins, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, and seabirds.

In 2012 and 2015 Avila Beach was off the charts when it comes to whale watching on the Central Coast. In 2015 there were over twenty humpback whales lunge feeding in Port San Luis Harbor.

Even though this is a rare occurrence this incredible sight can happen at anytime! Come join us on one of our Avila Beach Ocean Safaris Whale Watching and Wildlife Tours. If it’s whale season we will find whales.


Why Whale Watching in Avila Beach is so Incredible. 

Avila Beach whale watching is super incredible because its such a rare event when it happens it’s truly incredible.

The waters between Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, and Point San Luis are part of a major marine migration corridor along California’s coast which contributes to the amazing displays of Lunge Feeding and Breaching of the whales. Also seen in this nutrient rich spot, Avila Beach is home to these animals and we see them on our Whale Watching Tours regularly.

• Humpback whales and Gray whales 

• Dolphins 

• Sea otters 

• Harbor seals 

• California sea lions 

• Pelicans and seabirds 



Our Small Group Whale Watching Tours Offers Intimate Experience 

Unlike large crowded boats, Avila Beach Ocean Safaris specializes in small group wildlife adventures aboard a Zodiac-style vessel designed for close viewing. 

• Small group experience 

• Fast access to whale watching areas 

• 360° wildlife viewing

• Guided by an experienced wildlife guide 

• Excellent photography opportunities


Where Our Tours Depart

All Avila Beach Ocean Safaris whale watching tours depart from Port San Luis Harbor, just minutes from Pismo Beach and Avila Beach. This is an easy to find dock right past the ‘Blue Sportfishing Building on Harford Pier. You can find more information HERE.


Whale Watching in Avila Beach! 

If you are visiting Avila Beach and looking for an unforgettable wildlife experience, whale watching is one of the top activities on the Central Coast. We offer educational based whale watching and wildlife zodiac tours in Avila Beach that are the best in the area.

Avila Beach whale watching breaching whale
humpback whales feeding in Avila Beach
Avila Beach Ocean Safaris Zodiac Tour
port San Luis harbor whale watching
Avila Beach whale watching zodiac tours

Book your Pismo Beach Whale Watching Tour today!

Ready to experience whale watching in Avila Beach? Join Avila Beach Ocean Safaris for an unforgettable wildlife adventure. Captain Vincent Shay is not only a professional wildlife guide with over 25 years of experience but is also an award winning photographer. He has been on these waters most of his life and his unique perspective on knowledge of all the different sealife and birdlife on the Central Coast is one of the best around. His Pismo Beach whale watching and wildlife viewing trips are fun and educational and suitable for the entire family.

BOOK NOW. LETS GO!