Things to do in Monterey County, Monterey County: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

February 10, 2022 Madelene Haan

Monterey offers a host of historic attractions from Cannery Row to the famed Monterey Aquarium. This incredible sliver of oceanfront offers an amazing bounty of things to do, with marine, floral and vine-fresh delights to savor. Monterey-Salinas Transit and Amtrak let you take your eyes off the road. Charming towns, world-class golf courses and idyllic inns lie at the hem of the glittering Pacific. Whether you're looking for calm or noisy beachside fun, the Monterey Peninsula has it in buckets.
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1. South Bay Surf Lessons

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5.0 based on 47 reviews

South Bay Surf Lessons

They provide surf lessons in the carmel and greater monterey area.

2. Bella Monterey Bay

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5.0 based on 340 reviews

Bella Monterey Bay

Private Wildlife Tours, Sailing on 47'Luxury Italian Racer Cruiser sailing yacht for your personal and intimate pleasure for sailing our beautiful Monterey Bay Sanctuary.

3. Carrera Sailing

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5.0 based on 163 reviews

Carrera Sailing

Discover Monterey Bay Sanctuary under sail with Carrera Sailing during our nature excursions, sunset cruises or private charter tailored to your needs. We provide intimate, small group sailing, where you can participate or sit back and relax. All skippers are US Coast Guard licensed and vessels meet or exceed US Coast Guard requirements.

4. Monterey Bay Kayaks

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5.0 based on 1,160 reviews

Monterey Bay Kayaks

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

5. Carmel Surf Lessons

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5.0 based on 192 reviews

Carmel Surf Lessons

Teaching surfing in Carmel, Monterey and Pacific Grove since 1986, professional instruction, professional grade gear. Trusted by all three surf shops on the Monterey Peninsula. Parties, groups and privates lessons offered almost daily all year around. All equipment included all ages and abilities welcome.

6. Fast Raft

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5.0 based on 419 reviews

Fast Raft

Fast Raft Ocean Safaris are a fun and exciting way to explore the beautiful Monterey Bay Sanctuary! Our low to the water boat, Ranger is comfortable and highly maneuverable, offering an incredible perspective of ocean wildlife and beautiful coastal scenery. With a maximum of six passengers, each Eco-Tour is custom designed to the unique desires of our guests.

7. On The Beach Surf Shop

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5.0 based on 16 reviews

On The Beach Surf Shop

Voted #1 Surf Shop by the Monterey County Weekly readers 24 years in a row! On The Beach Surf Shop was founded by Kelly Sorensen at the young age 20 years old. Kelly loves both surfing and the lifestyle that goes along with it. The goal of On The Beach is to bring the equipment and accessories of the surfing lifestyle to people of all ages who have the same.

8. Bamboo Reef Scuba Diving Centers

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5.0 based on 234 reviews

Bamboo Reef Scuba Diving Centers

Come Scuba Dive in Monterey Bay Central California with Bamboo Reef. Our exclusive Monterey Scuba Diving service is on the central coast in Monterey California. We cater traveling divers by conducting recreational scuba diving trips in and around the Monterey Peninsula. We handle your scuba diving equipment needs so you can save time & effort, relax, enjoy the local attractions and the awesome experience of diving in Monterey's legendary kelp forests.

9. Discovery Whale Watch

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5.0 based on 1,277 reviews

Discovery Whale Watch

Whether as an individual, family, group charter, corporate event, or just plain fun – there is something for everyone. A day from which wonderful memories and tales are made! Our daily fishing trips depart from Monterey Old Fisherman’s Wharf.

10. Cypress Surf Lessons

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5.0 based on 1 reviews

Cypress Surf Lessons

Surf Lessons for groups or individuals, all ages all levels. Wetsuits and foam boards provided. Come learn how to surf in Carmel with one of the best all-around watermen in Carmel. Our mission is to share the adventure, excitement, and amazing experience of wave riding with anyone who wants to experience it. We are dedicated to providing top quality water safety and surfing instruction

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