Adventures in Monterey Bay

Looking for adventure along California’s magnificent central coast? Enjoy a stay at the Portola Hotel & Spa* at Monterey Bay in downtown Monterey. Spend your first day whale-watching with Princess Monterey Whale Watching tours. On day two, rent a bike and head downtown then hop into a kayak and paddle above kelp beds teeming with marine life. Be sure to save a couple of hours for exploring the world famous Monterey Bay Aquarium!

Monterey Bay Aquarium passes expire July 1, 2020. Kayaking pass and Whale Watching tours do not expire. Children must be five to kayak with a parent and 14 to go in a single person kayak by themselves. *Package includes $500 gift certificate to Portola Hotel and Spa, nightly rates vary.