Cruise through the calm waters of King Harbor on a 45-minute Glass Bottom Boat Tour in Redondo Beach, California. The adventure starts above deck, where a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain shares local history as you look for sea lions, pelagic birds, and other harbor wildlife. Then head below the waterline to the boat’s underwater viewing room, where large windows offer an up-close look at colorful marine life like garibaldi, calico bass, opaleye, perch, and more.

Staying within the protected harbor means a typically smooth ride without heading into the waves and swells of the open ocean, making this Redondo Beach boat tour a fun outing for all ages. Kids’ life jackets are provided, guests can bring their own food and drinks, and the tour accommodates up to 19 passengers. After returning to the dock, keep the day going with the nearby restaurants, shops, beach, and Redondo Beach Pier.

Any restrictions to participate?

• Age: All age groups are welcome.
• Health limitations: Guests who are prone to motion sickness may want to consult a doctor before the experience. The boat remains within the calmer waters of King Harbor, so seasickness is uncommon.
• Physical limitations: Accessing the underwater viewing area requires going down a steep staircase using handrails. Guests with limited mobility who cannot use the stairs may remain seated on the upper deck.

Who can you accommodate for?

• Children: Children and infants are welcome and require their own ticket, as every guest counts toward the 19-passenger maximum.
  • Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Children under 90 pounds are required to wear a provided life jacket for the entire trip.
• Individuals with disabilities: The boat is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. Wheelchairs and strollers must be left on the dock. The crew may be able to assist guests from a wheelchair onto the boat, but access is narrow.
  • The underwater viewing room requires navigating a steep staircase, so guests unable to use the stairs can remain seated on the upper deck.
• Pets: Dogs are permitted as long as they are well-trained and do not disrupt other guests. Dogs cannot enter the downstairs underwater viewing area, so groups bringing a dog should have more than one person available so someone can remain upstairs with the dog.

What to expect on the day of the experience?

• Duration: Approximately 45 minutes. The tour may go slightly longer depending on the number of guests onboard.
• What’s included: A two-part sightseeing experience aboard a U.S. Coast Guard-inspected vessel, a licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain, local history and wildlife viewing from the upper deck, access to the underwater viewing room with large windows for observing fish, and life jackets. Food and drinks are not included, but guests may bring their own.
• Who will be present: A licensed U.S. Coast Guard captain will operate the boat throughout the experience. The small-group tour accommodates a maximum of 19 passengers.
• Spectators: Everyone boarding the boat must have a ticket.
• Photo/video: Personal photos and videos are encouraged, but guests should be respectful of others onboard. Drones are not permitted on public tours.
• Specific rules to follow:
  • Fishing, swimming, snorkeling, and jumping from the boat are not permitted.
  • Guests should follow all instructions provided by the captain and crew.

How to prepare?

• Weather dependency: Trips are subject to weather conditions and may be canceled if conditions are unsuitable.
• Arrival: Plan to arrive at the parking area at least 15 minutes before departure. Walk down the boardwalk to the dock and use the restroom before boarding. Boarding begins approximately 5 minutes before departure.
• Parking: Parking is available in the area near 132 International Boardwalk, Redondo Beach, CA 90277. Allow enough time to park and walk down the boardwalk to the dock.
• What to wear: Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended. Bring a hoodie or jacket, as temperatures can be cooler on the water.
• What to bring:
  • Hats, sunglasses, and sunscreen are recommended.
  • Food and drinks may be brought onboard.
  • No printed ticket is necessary; check-in can be completed using the name associated with the reservation.
  • Bring only belongings that can be comfortably managed onboard, as space is limited.
• Restrooms/lockers/changing rooms: There is no restroom onboard. Guests should use the restroom before boarding.

Anything else I should know before going on this experience?

• The first portion of the tour takes place on the upper deck, where guests can learn about Redondo Beach and look for sea lions and seabirds. The second portion takes place in the underwater viewing room, where large windows provide views of marine life such as garibaldi, calico bass, sand bass, opaleye, smelt, and perch.
• The boat stays within the King Harbor break wall rather than traveling into the open ocean, helping provide a smoother ride.
• Wildlife sightings vary. If no wildlife is seen during the trip, a 100% money-back guarantee applies.

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