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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

Tue 24 Sep

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Starting at $89.00

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Tue 24 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)

debrakpower

Apr 2021

Amazing staff Capt Neal and Stacy were amazing! Clean boat. Felt very safe. Family friendly. Saw dolphins and a minkie whale.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Hi Debra, thank you for choosing Capt. Dave’s for a 5-star dolphin and whale watching experience. I’m so pleased that you liked our boat and felt safe during the trip, as you had exciting encounters with wild dolphins and a magnificent Minke whale! We appreciate the kind words about our crew and we hope you can come out with us again soon.

Carrie_K

Apr 2021

Saw one whale, lots of dolphins and sea lions. Great boat and super nice and educated crew. We learned a lot about sea life, whale migration and saw animals in their natural habitat

Robin M

Apr 2021

I love the adventure on our small and fast zodiac that allowed us to explore where animals were being sighted and discover so three different types dolphins and a breaching whale in just 90 minutes. The co-captain crew were both terrific and knowledgeable about the marine life. I felt renewed and happy after the trip.

Response from Host

Apr 2021

Hi Robin, thanks for joining Capt. Dave’s for a fun adventure on our high-speed zodiac-style vessel! I’m glad you enjoyed the small-group tour with up-close viewing of different kinds of wild dolphins along with a massive breaching whale! It’s wonderful that you liked our crew. I hope we’ll see you again soon!