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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 Dana Point's highest-rated whale watching activity, featuring exclusive Underwater Viewing Pods. For over 25 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, occasionally Orcas, 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, the Dolphin and Whale Capital of the World®. We're a certified Responsible Whale Watching partner with the World Cetacean Alliance. 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

Wed 09 Jul

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Starting at $95.00

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Wed 09 Jul

Starting at $95.00

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

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

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.

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1276)

Gigihagi

Apr 2022

We have a great time, the team was amazing and make the experience unique, highly recommended, we were able to watch a couple of whales and some sharks

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Hi Zidzielia, thank you for your review and recommendation. I’m thrilled to read that you had such amazing, up-close encounters with a variety of marine wildlife! It’s so great that you liked our crew too. We appreciate the 5 stars and hope to see you again soon!

galent2022

Apr 2022

An experiece of a lifetime! Surrounded by hundreds of dolphins, so close you could almost touch them. Darting, diving, jumping, mamas & babies... Highly, highly recommend Capt. Dave's!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Hi Galen, it was a pleasure to provide an unbelievable experience out on the water for you, including up-close views of hundreds of lively wild dolphins. We appreciate the high rating and strong recommendation. We hope to see you soon for another unforgettable Capt. Dave’s adventure!

dmac572019

Apr 2022

Tremendous experience. A beautiful day to be on the water. Captain Neal, Stacy and Hanna made the experience wonderful. Our nearly 3 hour voyage had us spend about 30 minutes with a Common Dolphin Stampede. We also saw a small pod of Risso Dolphin and happened up a Grey Whale with her calf. The crew in knowledgeable and the intimate setting of the Catamaran made the experience all that more enjoyable. We WILL be back!

Response from Host

Apr 2022

Thank you for the 5-star review! I’m so pleased that you were able to witness a breathtaking dolphin stampede during your recent dolphin and whale watching trip with Capt. Dave’s. It’s wonderful that you liked our knowledgeable crew and the small-group tour. We appreciate this fantastic feedback and hope you can visit us again soon!