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High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point

Overview

A fast and fun wildlife adventure awaits your family aboard our zodiac-style vessels (rigid inflatable boats). This cruise of up to 20 passengers gives you a thrilling 2-hour look at Southern California’s year-round whales and dolphins. With speeds of 30 knots or more, you’ll spend less time looking for animals and more time enjoying them! Your zodiac adventure will have you incredibly close to the ocean’s surface and within arm’s reach of wildlife. At the conclusion of your cruise, you'll receive one of Mrs. Capt. Dave's famously delicious Triple Fudge Brownies. (Some folks love the brownies more than the whales!)

We are a certified Responsible Whale Watching partner with the World Cetacean Alliance located in Dana Point, CA, the Dolphin and Whale Capital of the World®, and the first Whale Heritage Site in the Americas.

City: Dana Point

Sun 22 Sep

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Starting at $89.00

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Sun 22 Sep

Starting at $89.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

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

Licensed Captain and professional crew member

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 6 years
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
You may encounter occasional ocean spray
No over-sized bags or coolers please.
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 (154)

M6509OOgregh

Mar 2022

What a great time. Started out with sea lions before we ever left the harbor, then got to follow whales and watch them breaching for about 45 minutes. Jim (the captain and Lyndsey (his crew mate) were the greatest and very informative.

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hi Greg, thanks for the review and high rating. I’m thrilled that you had a great time viewing breaching whales on your recent trip with Capt. Dave’s! It’s great that you liked our expert crew too. We hope you can join us for another safari soon!

tdb171

Mar 2022

Easily the best whale watching tour I have been on! Chuck and Hannah made this a memory I will never forget! They were amazing!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Hi Tamara, it’s fantastic to read that you consider Capt. Dave’s to be the best whale watching tour you’ve experienced! Our Captain and crew had fun showing you the beautiful marine mammals, and we hope you can visit for another adventure soon.

Pam3496

Mar 2022

I can’t recommend this trip enough. It was fantastic. Marie, the skipper went out of her way to ensure that we saw as many whales and dolphins as possible and Jonelle was extremely knowledgable. Do it, it’s worth it!!!

Response from Host

Mar 2022

Thanks for the review and recommendation, Pam! It’s so good to read that you had a great time on the zodiac-style vessel, with fantastic wildlife sightings and top-notch service from our Captain and crew. It was our pleasure to provide a memorable trip and I hope you can join us again soon!