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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)

Laura B

Mar 2022

Highly recommended! The staff, shore facilities, and the boat were great. Spotted 3 grey whales in the distance, and spent about an hour with a huge pod of 100s of dolphins surrounding the boat. The underwater viewing pod was a bonus experience and could hear the dolphins "talking"! The free brownie at the end was yummy.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hi Laura, thanks for the stellar review and recommendation! It’s great to read that you were happy with the overall Capt. Dave’s experience, including our unique boat, friendly crew, and of course the up-close dolphin and whale sightings! I’m thrilled that you were able to hear the dolphins’ vocalizations too! It was a pleasure to provide an amazing trip, and we hope you can join us again soon.

K3436ABbarbarar

Mar 2022

Amaizing trip and cool expiriance to see mamals in the wild! Boat crew was nice and hosted us very well!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hi Barbara, thanks for giving Capt. Dave’s a 5-star rating! It was our pleasure to help you view the amazing dolphins and whales in their own natural habitat. I’m glad you liked our crew and we would love to see you for another trip soon!

hof33082

Mar 2022

Had a great experience with captain Dave’s whale wat hing tours. Went last week and unfortunately there were neither whales or delphins. The staff did their best to find them but it is nature. At the end they refunded the whole group. Still had a wonderful experience and enjoyed the boat ride. Wow didn’t expect that because you never know tere are animals out. So I had to come back and did yesterday. Had such an amazing experience and saw so many dolphins and even a fin whale. The staff at the boat is great and create a wonderful experience for everyone. Thanks again for the great trip!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hi Linda, thanks for the 5-star review! It’s unfortunate that your first trip with us had no sightings of dolphins or whales – when this happens, while we do not refund, we do welcome our guests back for free within a year of the no sightings trip. I’m so glad you were able to use your vouchers for a second chance to see the wildlife. We were so happy to show you a massive Fin Whale and pods of wild dolphins this time! We appreciate the positive feedback and hope to see you again soon.