Location
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Location
The edge of the Monterey Bay Sanctuary underwater canyon trench starts at our expeditions departure in Moss Landing. Monterey Bay’s underwater canyon is more than 2 miles deep (twice the depth of Arizona’s Grand Canyon).
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Underwater Canyon
The marine life that habits the largest and deepest Canyon of the Pacific Coast is what ensures our wildlife encounters and our small low-to-water boats provide a more personable experience.
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Moss Landing Harbor
Located between Santa Cruz and Monterey, Moss Landing is the point of connection with inland Elkhorn Slough Reserve, a preserved area in which many sea otters, hundreds of species of plants, and other marine life call home.
Boat
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Comfort + Safety
Our new Stabicraft 2750 is used by the Coast Guard for various safety missions throughout New Zealand & the United States. It’s a modern Safe Boat constructed out of heavy duty aluminum. USCG certified for up to 6 passengers capacity in order to provide more personable, comfortable expeditions
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Engines
Powered by new eco friendly twin Yamaha’s
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Restroom
Small toilet located inside cabin if needed while onboard to ensure passengers comfort
Seasons
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Orcas
Year-round
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Gray Whales
December – March
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Humpback Whales
February – December
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Blue Whales
June – August