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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)

KimGregOhio

Jan 2019

The entire experience was very fun and interesting. The friendly crew interacted with the passengers. We enjoyed how they educated us about the different sea mammals. We saw 2 humpback whales, and our boat remained in that location for quite some time so we could enjoy them. Also, over 1500 dolphins were spotted and swam right next to the boat that day. We viewed them up close below deck in a pod which was so cool. We stayed outside the entire trip even though it was cold, because the view was amazing.

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Hi, Thank you for your review. I’m thrilled to read that you were happy with our crew and their informative narration as you spent time up-close and personal with two Humpback Whales as well as hundreds of wild dolphins! I’m so glad we were able to help make the trip memorable for you. I hope we’ll see you again soon!

Mario M

Jan 2019

incredible experience, very nice crew, very knowledgeable about whales and dolphins....unforgettable!!

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Hi, Thanks for the 5 star review! I’m thrilled that we were able to make your dolphin and whale watching safari memorable, from our crew’s top notch service and expertise, to the up-close and personal wildlife sightings. We’d love for you to come out with us again soon!

clawco

Dec 2018

This was a great trip! While the crew and captain cannot predict if you will see any anything, they do a great job working with other boats (in real time and from earlier excursions) to locate wildlife. We were able to see lots of common dolphins (the whales had already moved quickly on to warmer waters). We decided that even if we didn't see anything, it was a great boat ride and the kids loved standing on the bow getting wet. Highly recommended.

Response from Host

Jan 2019

Hi, Thank you very much for your review and recommendation. It’s so great to read how much fun you all had on an exciting dolphin and whale watching safari with us. I’m happy that you liked the service of our Captain and crew to get you up-close and personal with the dolphins. It’s also great that the kids enjoyed the “splash zone” on the bow. Thanks for choosing Capt. Dave’s, and I hope we’ll see you again soon.