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January 2025 – Long Time, No Sea….

a body of water with a mountain in the background

Excuse our absence from updating our blog, but we’re excited to be back and updating you on our recent trips!

Summary of January Sightings: Calm weather and unexpected encounters!

The first week of 2025 brought us active Humpback Whales, Killer Whales hunting sea lions, and dolphins galore! Winter typically brings nautical weather with bigger swells, but most of January remained fairly calm. As the month progressed, Gray Whale season began picking up steam, with larger groups passing by Monterey Peninsula. We finished the month with thousands of dolphins and amazing water clarity. Hopefully we are just as lucky in February!

Enjoy some of the photos we captured this past month!

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Lighted Boat Parade

December 6, 2026 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PST

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Join us for a holiday cruise during the Brighten the Harbor Boat Parade, hosted by the Monterey Yacht Club! Bundle up and bring your family and friends for an evening on the bay as we cruise alongside other decorated boats around Cannery Row.

Our boats will be decked out in holiday lights, with Christmas carols, complimentary hot drinks, and a holiday treat to enjoy along the way!

Cruise details:

  • Check-in 4:30pm [Departure: 5:00 PM]
  • Harbor tour and boat parade viewing
  • Complimentary hot drink and holiday treat
  • Beer and wine available for purchase onboard

Book early! This popular event tends to sell out.

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