Stagnaro Charter Boats
Toll Free: (888) 987-8636 x 173
The Stagnaro family has been serving the Santa Cruz area for over a century, ever since Italian patriarch Cottardo Stagnaro settled in Santa Cruz in 1879.
This historical landmark business is still leading the way in ocean fun on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. There is something for everyone: Fishing Trips, Scenic Bay Cruises, Whale & Dolphin Watching and Private Parties for any occasion. Whichever your choice, today's fourth generation Stagnaro Charter Boats will surely make your trip fun and memorable.
Winter Whale Watching
Every year over 20,000 California Grey Whales pass through our bay waters on their annual winter migration from the cold arctic waters, to the warm lagoons of Baja Peninsula, where they spend their calving season. During the months of January, February and March, you can get breathtaking close up views of these beautiful cetaceans. Sightings of Dolphin Porpoise and other marine mammals are also common. These trips last 2 ½ to 3 ½ hours, and they are narrated. This is truly an Ocean Adventure for the whole family!
Season: Winter, Late December through April
Adults...$32.00
Kids Under 14...$20.00
Summer Whale & Sealife Excursion
For the truly adventurous, come aboard and join us as we search the bay sanctuary for a variety of marine mammals which may include Humpback Whales, Blue Whales, Dolphins, Sea Otter, Sea Lions and more! This trip is narrated, and offers fascinating insight by our knowledgeable crew. Trips last approximately 2 ½ to 3 ½ hrs.
Season: Summer, May through November
Adults...$32.00
Kids Under 14...$20.00
$12.00 Scenic Bay Cruise
Come view the beautiful Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary aboard Velocity! Sightings of Sea Lions, Otters and other marine life are common, so be sure to bring your camera. This trip is both fun and educational for everyone. It lasts 1 hour and is fully narrated.
Season: Weekend trips year round. Daily operations Memorial Day
through Labor Day.
Adults...$12.00
Kids Under 14...$8.00
Directions
September through May: From the junction of Hwy 17 and Hwy 1 exit on Ocean Street, then turn L on East Cliff Drive. Continue on to Seabright Avenue and turn R, then at Atlantic turn L. Atlantic will end at the Santa Cruz West Harbor. Then turn L down into the harbor parking lot. We are located at F-Dock.
June, July, August: From the junction of Hwy 17 and Hwy 1 exit on Ocean Street. At the end of Ocean Street, turn R onto San Lorenzo Blvd., then turn L on Riverside and cross over the river and turn R on 3rd. Follow 3rd until you see the waterfront. Continue on until you see the entrance to Santa Cruz Wharf. The address is space 32, Santa Cruz Wharf.
P.O. Box 1340
Santa Cruz, CA 95061
Toll Free: (888) 987-8636 x 173