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Dana Point Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Eco-Safari

Dana Point Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Eco-Safari

Overview

Gather the family, kids, and friends to join Orange County's highest rated whale watching activity, featuring exclusive Underwater Viewing Pods. For over 20 years we have provided the most unique and eco-friendly dolphin and whale watching trips to view magnificent Blue Whales, Gray Whales, Humpback Whales, Fin Whales, Minke Whales, and occasionally Orcas (Killer Whales), Pilot Whales, False Killer Whales, and more. Five species of wild dolphins are also seen throughout the year, including mega-pods with up to 10,000 dolphins! Plus sea lions, marine birds, and even sharks. You'll depart from Dana Point, home to one of the most diverse marine eco-systems in the world. Aboard our uncrowded high-tech catamaran you will enjoy up close and personal dolphin and whale watching with expert narration, complimentary triple fudge brownies, and more.

City: Dana Point

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $100.00

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Sat 16 Nov

Starting at $100.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Licensed Captain and professional crew

U.S. Coast Guard inspected and certified vessel

Cetacean Declaration - Join us again for free within one calendar year if you don't see any dolphins or whales

Live commentary on board

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Entry into the Underwater Viewing Pods requires the use of ladder-like steps. Persons with a disability or limited mobility may have difficulty.
Trip times may vary by date.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitised
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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Reviews (376)

disneyworldtraveler

Oct 2018

This tour was excellent. Beautiful catamaran. The capt and crew were friendly and helpful. We went down below and used the viewing station when we saw dolphins. My children thought this was the best part our trip.

Response from Host

Oct 2018

Hi, Thanks for your kind review. I’m thrilled that you considered your dolphin and whale watching trip with Capt. Dave’s to be a five-star experience. It’s wonderful that you and your children had a great time viewing the amazing wildlife up-close through the Underwater Viewing Pods, and that you liked our boat and crew too. We’d love for you to visit again soon!

Experience183358

Oct 2018

This was a great excursion. The staff were very friendly and informative. They were very caring about your safety and that you had a very good experience. I have never seen so many dolphins in one pod. We also were able to spot a Minke whale. It was definitely a memory making experience. The brownie was really delicious.

Response from Host

Oct 2018

Hi, Thank you very much for your positive review of Capt. Dave’s. It’s wonderful that you had a memorable safari, spending time with an impressive Minke whale as well as a large pod of playful wild dolphins! I’m glad you liked our staff’s service, and Mrs. Capt. Dave’s complimentary, delicious triple fudge brownie. We appreciate your business, and hope to see you again soon.

Kathe S

Sep 2018

Another great excursion. Started off and we were afraid it would be a bust but then we came upon a large pod of dolphins with loads of juveniles swimming along side us. Suddenly we had a dolphin stampede and watched with amazement. The trip didn't end there as we came upon a group of Orca's right next to and under the vessel. We never miss the opportunity to take advantage of this activity when in Newport Beach.

Response from Host

Sep 2018

Hi, Thank you for your review. I’m happy you had the chance to join Capt. Dave’s in lovely Dana Point, and enjoy watching the playful wild dolphin families. It’s also super exciting that we were able to share the rare sightings of multiple Orcas with you! I’m glad your safari was so memorable, and thanks again for the positive feedback. I hope we’ll see you again soon.