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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

Sat 21 Sep

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Starting at $89.00

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Sat 21 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)

deborahaA2186SY

Oct 2022

Capt Marie and her crew Jess and Todd were fantastic! Super well informed and friendly, will absolutely go back!

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Hi Deborah, thanks for the 5-star rating, and for the kind shout out for our Captain and crew! It was a blast having you on board for amazing up-close marine wildlife sightings. We hope you can visit us again soon.

Bloobirds

Sep 2022

Gary and Zoe were an awesome captain/guide duo. The experience was amazing and one that the whole group won’t forget a huge highlight of our whole trip. Despite not quite getting to see a whale, there was no disappointment because it was so informative and the effort was amazing and the experience with the dolphins was incredible. Could not recommend higher.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Thanks for the review and recommendation, Bloobirds! It’s fantastic that you enjoyed watching the playful wild dolphins while out on the water with us recently. We appreciate the positive feedback about our captain and crew, and we would love for you to visit us for another adventure soon!

Thomas E

Sep 2022

Heaven!!! It was a last minute decision to get out of the house and heat! The zodiac was super comfortable and perfect for close up shots… where we got three solid exposures with our first blue whale sighting… and got to cruise around with thousands of dolphin… was incredible! So blessed to have the experience with my 6 year old son. Thank you so much!! 🙏

Response from Host

Sep 2022

Hi Thomas, thanks for your review and high rating! It’s so great you were able to beat the heat and get out on the water with Capt. Dave’s. It’s wonderful that you saw so many beautiful wild dolphins and a massive Blue Whale too! We hope you and your son can visit us again soon.