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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

Fri 15 Nov

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Starting at $100.00

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Fri 15 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)

SeeShelley

May 2018

Completed my 4th trip yesterday for my Birthday. Great time. Got to see a blue whale again and a big pod of dolphins. Great crew and great experience.

Response from Host

May 2018

Hi, Thank you for your review, and for being a valued returning guest of Capt. Dave’s. We’re so happy to help you celebrate your birthday with fantastic sightings of an amazing Blue Whale and a playful pod of wild dolphins! We appreciate the high rating, and I hope we’ll see you again soon.

kerg692

May 2018

This is an excellent cruise, with or without sealife sightings. In May, we saw dolphins, sealions and pelicans. The underwater pod was cool too. Lots of seating in all areas of the boat. Everyone was very nice and informative too. I highly recommend booking this cruise!

Response from Host

May 2018

Hi, Thanks for your review and the lovely photos. I’m thrilled that our unique catamaran with the Underwater Viewing Pods enhanced your sightings of the amazing marine wildlife, including the lively wild dolphins, beautiful pelicans, and basking sea lions. I’m glad you were comfortable on the boat and happy with our crew’s service. Thank you for recommending us! I hope you can visit us again soon.

schamie

May 2018

Boat, captain and crew were very engaging and professional. Very knowledgeable and it was a good learning experience for everyone. Easy to book as well. As it was the end of whale season, we did not see any whales but found several pods of dolphin and really enjoyed seeing them surround the boat. The dolphins were very active and great fun to see in their natural habitat. Appropriate for any age.

Response from Host

Jun 2018

Hi, Thanks for your review. It’s nice to read that your recent safari with Capt. Dave’s went well, including the reservation process and trip itself. I’m so happy you found it to be enjoyable and educational, with extensive sightings of many wild dolphins. It can be absolutely breathtaking to see them so close to the boat, playing, leaping, and racing in their natural environment. I wish we could have also shown you some of the various kinds of whales that frequent our area – whales can be seen year-round, along with the dolphins, but of course we can’t guarantee which animals will be seen on each trip. Thank you for choosing us, and I hope you can join us again soon!