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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 18 Nov

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Starting at $100.00

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Mon 18 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)

lawriter58

Apr 2021

Terrific! Nice, informed crew, comfortable boat, room for all, and wildlife galore! We saw so many dolphins, including lots of mamas and babies, and two fin whales. A great experience.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Thanks very much for the 5-star review! It’s fantastic to read that you had a terrific dolphin and whale watching experience! I’m so pleased that you enjoyed such amazing marine wildlife sightings, and that you were satisfied with our boat and crew. We appreciate that you chose Capt. Dave’s for a memorable trip and we hope you can visit again soon.

markbP6012BG

Apr 2021

Excellent way to spend the morning! After seeing so many dolphins, we were fortunate to get a great view of a fin whale. The crew was relaxed but attentive. The ride was pretty smooth -- the multiple places to sit/stand and enjoy the vistas and the sea mammals helped to make the time fly by!

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Hi Mark, thanks so much for your review. I’m so glad you enjoyed up-close encounters with beautiful wild dolphins as well as a massive Fin Whale on your recent trip out with us. It’s great that you liked our crew and were comfortable on our unique vessel too. We love positive feedback like yours and hope we’ll see you again soon!

Mermaid-in-SoCal

Apr 2021

Great day on the water with a very friendly and knowledgeable Captain & Crew! We saw a beautiful Fin Whale, playful dolphins and sea lions. The underwater Viewing Pods are awesome! Highly recommended!

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Hi Steph, thank you for the review and recommendation! We loved having you on board for an exciting, up-close whale and dolphin watching tour recently. It’s fantastic that you encountered a massive Fin Whale, wild dolphins, and more, and that our unique Underwater Viewing Pods enhanced your experience. We appreciate the high rating and hope you can come out with us again soon.