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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.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (376)

PaulM13282

Sep 2018

Great excursion and successful at finding a blue whale to see! Great experience! There are so many dolphins it’s crazy. It’s amazing. But honestly, seeing a blue whale takes the cake. That is the largest animal on earth and we got a look up close and again and again over 45 minutes or so. Totally amazing experience, with a top notch crew.

Response from Host

Sep 2018

Hi, Thank you so much for your review and for posting the beautiful photos. I’m so happy you enjoyed the up-close encounters with the awe-inspiring, endangered Blue Whale! I’m also glad you liked spending time with the multitude of fascinating wild dolphins. It’s wonderful that you were satisfied with our crew, and that they helped make your trip unforgettable. I hope you can come out with us again soon!

ajcat

Sep 2018

The boat ride would have been fun and informative even without the animals, but we saw a humpback whale, a minke whale, some sea lions, and about a hundred dolphins that seemed to be putting on a show just for us!

Response from Host

Sep 2018

Hi, Thank you for your review. I’m so glad you had the chance to view some amazing wildlife in the beautiful Dana Point area. It’s exciting that we were able to show you a large, playful pod of wild dolphins, sea lions, a gorgeous Humpback Whale, and also an impressive Minke Whale! We are so pleased that your trip with Capt. Dave’s was one of the highlights of your vacation. I hope we will see you again soon!

Andy K

Aug 2018

Loved our morning on the boat - was a bit worried we wouldn't see anything when there were no sightings after an hour but we got bottle nose dolphins and a humpback whale. Being out on the front was brilliant too, kids loved it.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Hi, Thank you for coming out with Capt. Dave’s for amazing, up-close sightings of marine wildlife. It’s fantastic that you spent time watching an impressive Humpback Whale, as well as playful wild bottlenose dolphins. I’m so glad to read that you and your kids had fun on our unique catamaran. We appreciate the high rating, and hope to see you again soon!