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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

Sun 17 Nov

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Starting at $100.00

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Sun 17 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)

travelerR4168WR

Jul 2021

I highly recommend this adventure. Beautiful area, great boat, knowledgeable and friendly crew. The experience of sailing along a large pod of dolphins was an awesome experience. We encountered common and bottlenose dolphins, sea lions and a huge Sun fish.

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Thanks so much for the 5-star review! We love the positive feedback about our crew, and I’m so glad you enjoyed spending time with the delightful wild dolphins and other marine wildlife. We appreciate your recommendation and hope you can join us for more amazing sightings soon.

bonnied673

Jul 2021

Actually got an up close and personal look at lots of baby dolphin and an actual 100 ft. Blue whale.... Staff courteous, friendly and helpful....boat was amazing....

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Hi Bonnie, thank you for your review. It’s so great that you liked our unique boat and friendly crew, and it’s fabulous that you encountered a huge Blue Whale as well as beautiful dolphin families! We loved having you on board and we hope you can come out with us again soon.

W1234IFchriss

Jun 2021

We Had a wonderful time!! Very blessed with some great marine life! Seen a blue whale, a pod of dolphins swimming with the boat jumping out of the water it was amazing! Also seen some bottle nose and a muske whale. It was a great experience definitely recommend doing this safari😊😊

Response from Host

Jul 2021

Hi Chris, thanks for taking the time to review and recommend Capt. Dave’s. I’m pleased that you had amazing sightings of an incredible Blue Whale, different kinds of wild dolphins, and also a Minke Whale! It was our pleasure to help you view the beautiful wildlife up close. We appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon!