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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

Mon 23 Sep

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Starting at $100.00

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Mon 23 Sep

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)

jenniferlP1456DK

May 2022

What an amazing experience - we loved the underwater views and the dolphins seemed to enjoy us as much as we did them! Stacy is very knowledgeable. Even though the whales didn't show up, this was an outstanding adventure that I hope to repeat!

Response from Host

May 2022

Hi Jennifer, thanks for letting us know that you enjoyed your recent safari with Capt. Dave’s, including our crew’s informative narration, and our boat’s unique features. It’s fantastic that you thought it was a 5-star experience. We’d love to see you for another trip soon, and hopefully show you some of Dana Point’s year-round whales, too!

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!