Cruises from Los Angeles are a great way to relax on the weekend or entertain guests from out of town. There are many cruises that leave Marina del Rey, but Long Beach and Newport Beach are also options for fishing trips, champagne brunch and whale watching trips.
Los Angeles Champagne Brunch Cruise
The brunch cruise offers a lavish 
buffet on a private boat that features one of the best kept secrets in the city: the two-hour event lets guests indulge in some of the most savory tortas, tapas, croissants and French toast while sipping on bubbly champagne. Beginning at noon, the cruise takes off from both Marina del Rey and Newport Beach. For less than $90 a person, it offers a great way to see the Los Angeles coastline from a new perspective.
Full-Day Deep-Sea Fishing Cruise From Newport Beach
For those with more time to spare—10 to 12 hours—a deep-sea fishing cruise is a great option for adventure and a fresh meal. Economically priced at j$70 per person for an entire day of fishing and entertainment, the cruise departs from Newport Harbor in Newport Beach at 7am. For an additional $30, those who don’t have their own fishing equipment can rent a rod and tackle and are given a day fishing license, as well. Food and beverages are available on board for additional charges. Fish of legal size are filleted on board for a small fee.
Whale-Watching Cruise
For $30, those who want to get close to nature’s largest mammal can spend up to three hours watching whales and other marine life on a whale-watching cruise. Some of the most common whales found during the cruise include humpback, blue, grey, minke, and finback whales. Dolphins, seals, and variety of of birds and fish are also regularly spotted during this cruise. Available year-round, the cruise departs multiple times a day from Newport Beach, beginning at 9am and ending at 6pm. The humpback whales in the ocean love to come up near the boat and show off, providing perfect photo opportunities..
