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What Wildlife Can You See on Your Cruise?
Port by port: what is seen, in which months, and whether you see it from the ship, from shore or on a tour.
Wildlife in Los Angeles (San Pedro)
DolphinsCommonOn a tour
Dolphins are found year-round off the Los Angeles and Long Beach coast. Source
Gray whaleCommonOn a tour
Gray whale season December through April; tours from Long Beach and San Pedro. Source
Your Cruise, Stop by Stop
Likelihood words (common, likely, possible, rare) summarise what parks, tour operators and tourism boards publish. Each row links its source.
Months only: we never claim one day is better than another.
Last reviewed October 22, 2026