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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

Sat 16 Nov

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Starting at $100.00

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Sat 16 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)

SLPShereen

Sep 2021

Captain Marie, marine biologists Hannah and Katelyn, and media dude Ryan were amazing! Was a weekday so we had plenty of room to move around the boat to catch different views. The crew took extra time to ensure we caught a view of a minke whale, which was astounding. Bucket list checked but this was so wonderful we will definitely come back at a different season to view other marine life.

Response from Host

Oct 2021

Hi, thanks so much for the 5-star review! It’s wonderful that you liked Capt. Dave’s small-group safari, and that you were pleased with our crew’s service and expertise. I’m so glad you had the chance to spend time with a magnificent Minke Whale! We appreciate your feedback and hope you can come out with us again soon.

Ashrkyle

Sep 2021

WOW, where do I even begin? We decided to do this tour last minute and the crew went above and beyond to make the trip happen. To start the boat is beautiful. There are shaded seats, lookout points, a net with the water below to sit on and underwater viewing pods. This was one of the most memorable experiences of our lives. We saw so many dolphins it brought tears to my eyes. In the viewing pods you can see the dolphins under water and heat them "talking" to each other. The water in this area is just spectacular. The crew was beyond exceptional and made the trip so fun. (They only take cash gratuities so come prepared). This would be a perfect outing for people of all ages. If I lived nearby I would do this weekly.

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thanks for choosing Capt. Dave’s! It’s so good to read what a fun time you had aboard Manute’a, our unique catamaran, and it’s wonderful that you took advantage of its special features to get an immersive experience with the marine wildlife. I’m glad you liked our crew too! We enjoyed having you out on the water with us and we hope you can visit again soon.

L_LOVES2TRAVEL

Sep 2021

Capt Dave never disappoints. Dolphins, sea birds, sea lions, great nature narrative and helpful crew. Capt Marie with Hannah and Sally made it such a pleasant day, nature, of course, helped too. They would slow the boat when we were in the midst of dolphins for excellent views and pictures

Response from Host

Sep 2021

Thank you so much for the 5-star review! It’s fantastic that you had a pleasant day out on the water with Capt. Dave’s, including fascinating sightings of a variety of marine wildlife. I’m so glad you were happy with our crew’s service. We’re very pleased to have you in our Dolphin Safari family, and we hope you can come out with us again soon!