The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Moss Landing, California (CA)

Explore Monterey Bay year-round with a marine biologist aboard Santuary, a beautiful boat that is only booked to 80% of her capacity for a more personalized passenger experience. We run longer trips with fewer passengers. We really care about the environment and run 100% local biodiesel. Knowledgeable, warm owner/operators engage and enchant. Responsible captains who don't crowd the animals but ease into the area, which often results in fantastic sightings. We have a great device for avoiding seasickness. Located in Moss Landing at the heart of the Monterey Bay & beginning of the submarine canyon for awesome sightings. We are the boat the locals prefer and the National Marine Sanctuary recommends.

For 25 years, Elkhorn Slough Safari has been bringing visitors from all over the world to experience and fall in love with one of California's most spectacular wetlands. The Elkhorn Slough (pronounced "slew") is home to the world's largest population of Southern Sea Otters, and from the comfort of our stable, 27' pontoon boat, you can see them caring for their adorable Otter pups year round. The Elkhorn Slough is also a regular destination for migratory birds, attracting over 300 avian species, and is a pupping ground for hundreds of Pacific Harbor Seals. And, the rowdy antics of California Sea Lions in the adjacent Moss Landing Harbor never fail to entertain visitors. All of our hour and a half long tours feature a trained Naturalist to tell you about the wildlife and history of this very special wetland, and we offer activities for kids, and complimentary refreshments for all. Elkhorn Slough Safari is great for families, birders, photographers, and nature lovers of all ages!

Kayak Connection is the Monterey Bay favorite for kayaking rentals, tours, classes and sales. Come paddle with the largest population of Southern Sea Otters that call the Elkhorn Slough their home. The calm waters of the Slough are perfect for families and first-time paddlers. The Elkhorn Slough at Moss Landing is one of the top ten wildlife viewing destinations in the nation Come paddle with the locals!

Enjoy our safe, smooth riding waterbikes and the beautiful Elkhorn Slough in Moss Landing, Ca. Explore nature like you’ve never seen it before!

Blue Ocean Whale Watch is owner-operated and has the most unique boat on the bay. Our boat, High Spirits, is a 60ft yacht with plenty of space inside and out. An observation deck up top provides a 360 degree view of the bay and a perfect vantage point for spotting wildlife and taking photos. Our tours depart from the heart of the Monterey Bay: Moss Landing Harbor. Moss Landing is the closest port to the start of the Monterey Submarine Canyon; a nutrient-rich area that attracts a variety of wildlife. Blue Ocean Whale Watch is owned and operated by Captain Jim Davis and Captain/Naturalist Kate Cummings. Jim, Kate and the rest of the crew love their jobs which makes a big difference in the experience of our customers. Whales are spotted year-round in the Monterey Bay as well as a wide variety of fascinating wildlife! We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Sea Goddess is the #1 Whale Watching Company on Monterey Bay! Our captain and marine biologists have years of experience on the bay with the largest and nicest boats inn Monterey. We depart from Moss Landing at the mouth of the deep ocean canyon where whales love to feed in their natural environment! Close to both Monterey and Santa Cruz, we can easily go either direction to view whales, dolphins, orcas, and much, much more. Visit Sea Goddess Whale Watching today! We are the closest location to the National Submarine Canyon which means Less travel time...MORE whale watching time! Now offer great white shark tours!

A wildlife reserve that offers visitors walking trails and kayak tours through salt marshes and tidal flats.

Sea kayak and standup paddleboard rentals, guided tours, classes and sales at two amazing wildlife locations, Elkhorn Slough @ Moss Landing and Monterey! Open daily 9:00 (except Christmas). See website for holiday hours. Closing hours changes seasonally.

The Shakespeare Society of America (SSA) has been a California Non-profit Corporation since 1968, and IRS 501(c)3 since 1969. SSA began in a Tudor Style Mansion off Sunset Strip, near Mel’s Diner in west Los Angeles. Mission: Provide Public Benefit Programs that inspire education and personal development through the Works of William Shakespeare relating to history, culture, literature, theatre and art in America … By 1973 SSA was stage-centric at the Globe Playhouse in West Hollywood and designed, built and operated an authentic one-half scale replica of Shakespeare’s 1599 Globe Theatre interior. By September 2008 the SSA relocated to Moss Landing, California at the heart in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in a facility called the New Shakespeare Sanctuary. Since then over 20,000 visitors from 144 countries and territories have visited the New Shakespeare Sanctuary and explored the SSA Collection.