Our Vessels
Meet the Sanctuary Cruises fleet — purpose-built boats for whale watching, photography, and small-group adventures on Monterey Bay.
Meet the Sanctuary Cruises fleet — Sanctuary, Meridian, and Ocean Spirit dedicated vessels for whale watching, photography, and small-group adventures on Monterey Bay.
Sanctuary
43-foot Delta Marine twin-engine — the best whale watching boat on Monterey Bay.
Built for the bay
Sanctuary is a 43-foot Delta Marine twin-engine vessel, hand-built in the Pacific Northwest. Delta hulls are legendary for their seakeeping in big water — rock-stable, fast, and dry. She has a heated indoor cabin with upholstered bench seating, a marine head, covered and uncovered deck space, and a low freeboard that puts you eye-level with the wildlife.
Twin Cummins diesels. Guest count is set by departure so there is always room to move, find the right angle for a photo, and feel close to the action.
Ocean Spirit
Our newest addition to the Sanctuary Cruises fleet on Monterey Bay.
Join us aboard Ocean Spirit
Ocean Spirit expands our fleet with another platform for unforgettable wildlife encounters on Monterey Bay. Details and photos coming soon.
The perfect vessel for a small group outing with up to 6 passengers getting eye to eye with our amazing wildlife in Monterey Bay.
Meridian
50-foot luxury motor yacht for premium photography and small-group tours.
Built for comfort and angles
Meridian is a very stable 50′ luxury motor yacht with all the amenities. Relax in the main salon with complimentary refreshments and snacks while we find the animals and put you in the spot for professional-level photographs and video.
Multiple deck levels offer unique shooting angles, including a large railed swim step for kayak-level perspectives. Twin turbo diesel engines push her along at 18+ knots when conditions call for it.