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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)

magic1128

Aug 2018

We have been doing this for five years in a row...it never loses it's luster! We saw many dolphin and some sea lions, but the time spent on the boat is fabulous regardless of what animals you see. The guides are very personable and entertaining. They make sure guests understand how important preserving the ocean ecosystem is to all of us. They went out of their way to retrieve an old mylar balloons and explained how this can kill sealife if consumed. It is a wonderful trip and I am always pleasantly surprised at how a sense of community developes among the guests. People are friendly and everyone watches out for kids on the boat . It is a wonderful adventure every time we go. Returning guests qualify for a discount!

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Hi, Thanks for your review and for being a long-time guest of Capt. Dave’s! We are so happy to see you year after year, and it’s wonderful to read how pleased you continue to be not only with the fantastic sightings of dolphins, whales, sea lions, and more, but also with our knowledgeable Captains and crew. Thank you for sharing your experience with us, and supporting our commitment to preserve the ocean and its wildlife. I hope you can come out with us again soon!

ScubaMark2013

Aug 2018

This was a great trip for my wife and I and our 2 and 4 year old. Got there at 7:30 am, perfect temp, flat sea,, gorgeous morning and then for nearly two hours were surrounded by literally hundreds of dolphins, then watched an amazing stampede (see their 7/31/2018 video post). Safety and knowledge of sea life right where you want it to be from the Capt. I typically like solo trips, scuba diving so taking a "tour boat" was a bit of a stretch but with Capt. Dave I'd do it again in a heart beat.

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Hi, Thanks for your review. I’m so happy you enjoyed your calm, early morning dolphin and whale watching safari with Capt. Dave’s. It must have been so exciting to witness that spectacular wild dolphin stampede! With fewer passengers, specially designed catamarans, passionate Captains and crew, and more, we pride ourselves on not being the stereotypical “tour boat” – so I’m very glad you had a great time and were satisfied with our staff and service. We’d love for you to visit again soon!

markcox55

Jul 2018

I have recommend this trip to all my friends coming to Southern California from the U.K. and EU. It’s just awesome. I have been three times as an individual and chartered a tour with my Call of Duty EU team. I promised my partner whales on this trip and unfortunately we didn’t see any 😢 but we had hundreds of dolphins which was incredible. The boat is great and you can move around so easily and get great views of the wildlife especially in the underwater pods. I will be back for another trip I am sure in the future. Well done guys you never disappoint!

Response from Host

Aug 2018

Hi, Thanks for your review and for being a valued returning guest of Capt. Dave’s! I’m so glad you liked our boat and had fun spending time with the delightful wild dolphins. We appreciate your recommendations, and the beautiful photos. I hope we’ll see you again soon!