Afisha Life Homepage
Dana Point
Explore
Walking Tours
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 Dec

Other dates

You can choose the date already on the booking website

Starting at $100.00

Make a reservation

Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $100.00

Make a reservation

New York City Tours

Unique Activities (21) Transfers & Transportation (103) Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises (113) Entry Tickets (47) Sporting Events (1) Good for Small Groups (6) Seasonal & Holiday Tours (41) Walking Tours (697) Outdoor Activities (20) Limitied Availability Tours (6) LGBT Friendly Tours (4) Family-friendly Activities (7) Solo Travelers' Tours (147) Food & Drinks (27) Travelers recommend (73) Good for Groups (8) Top Activities (18) Guided Audio Tours (3) Art, Culture & History (135) Attractions to explore (38)

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)

adamante1

Nov 2022

We had a wonderful experience! The crew was kind and knowledgeable. We were fortunate enough to see an amazing display of a whale breaching the waves (i.e. jumping out of the water) and the crew extended the tour so we could enjoy the site in its entirety. They were as excited as us! Overall, I would definitely do it again. It was a great experience for people of all ages (including littles ones - mine were 4 and 6).

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thanks very much for the 5-star rating! I’m so happy that you and your family had fun on board with Capt. Dave’s. It’s great that you liked our crew and the informative narration, and how exciting that you encountered a breaching whale! We would love to see you for another memorable trip soon.

310jonim

Nov 2022

A wonderful dolphin/whale experience! We have used Capt. Dave's on several trips to California and are never disappointed!! Great staff, fun boats (with viewing in the pontoons). They always have a naturalists on board to talk about the marine life. We saw 7 whales and hundreds of dolphins on our last trip. Highly recommend.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Hi Joni, thank you for continuing to choose Capt. Dave’s for 5-star dolphin and whale watching trips! It’s so exciting that you encountered multiple whales and huge pods of playful wild dolphins on your latest safari with us. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you again soon!

S1092RLdouglasm

Nov 2022

OMG. Seriously. First of all, we had spectacular sunny weather in November and calm seas...and then the sightings were out of this world. Humpback and fin whales (my first time for them) and thousands of bottlenose and common dolphins. I've done many dozens of whale watching trips in Monterey Bay, and this was my first time since moving to San Diego. It was just incredible. The boat crew (Captain Chuck, Matt, and Michale) and the staff were wonderful. They had great humor and were clearly concerned about conservation and the well-being of the animals, and just overall made it a great experience. I love the boat...there's lots of room to spread out and the catamaran makes for a smoother experience. This is my new favorite thing to do in Souther California.

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Hi Douglas, thanks for letting us know what an unforgettable time you had out on the water with Capt. Dave’s! I’m so glad you liked our crew and their passion for their work – and I’m thrilled you had such a variety of amazing wildlife sightings! The photos you posted are beautiful too. We hope you can join us again soon!