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Respectful whale watching from Moss Landing (California)

We are a global environmental organisation dedicated to protecting cetaceans by listing eco-responsible and respectful whale watching operators.

Increase your chances of spotting cetaceans thanks to non-aggressive approaches by marine biologists and naturalist guides.

 Animals that are not stressed are easier to observe, in a calm and respectful environment. 

By observing whales and dolphins with operators approved by Shelltone Whale Project, you are helping to protect them at no extra cost to you. 

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Photograph by Pierre Lavagne de Castellan, head of the Shelltone Whale Project

A word from Pierre

From this Moss Landing base, perfectly located between Monterey and Santa Cruz, explore the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. 

A personalised, top-of-the-range experience, offered by an experienced captain and a professional photographer, will help you find the best angles for your photos and observations.  

Species and fauna in the national marine sanctuary include Humpback whales (March to November) Grey whales (December to April) Killer whales (April to May and October) Blue whales (summer and autumn) Various species of dolphin (Pacific white-sided dolphins, Risso's dolphins, northern bottlenose dolphins and common dolphins). Sea lions, harbour seals, porpoises and sea otters.

The Shelltone Whale Project's cetacean-watching charter is fully respected.

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Cetacean watching from MOSS LANDING (California)

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Whale songs - 43 min.

Recorded 10 miles off Baille Argent on 26 April 2016. We are convinced that there is a message in this song. Good listening!

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