San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Overview

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we received a 100 percent success rate during winter whale watching when spotting the King of the Deep.

We are one of the best outdoor activities to do in San Diego. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April. Blue whales and fin whales are seen feeding in San Diego from April - August. Humpback whales and minke whales are seen throughout the year, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall. Aboard our 141-foot sailing yacht, the Yacht America, you will see a plethora of whales firsthand in their natural habitat. In addition to whales, we also see dolphins and sea lions, and an abundance of naval activity. Don't be surprised if you see an F-18 fly overhead!

Bring your own picnic, friends, and family for a wonderful day out on the water

City: San Diego

Wed 20 Nov

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Starting at $85.00

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Wed 20 Nov

Starting at $85.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

4.5-hr sailing cruise

Bring layers, blankets, and jackets. It can be cold on the water!

Free Parking. Check-in located next to parking lot.

1:15 PM trip: Check in between 12:30 - 12:45

No seasickness' guarantee: Lose your lunch, we get you a new one

2:00 PM Trip: Check in between 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM

Sodas and snacks

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please call if you have a wheelchair so we can discuss the boarding options as we have had guests with wheelchairs enjoy this experience. We do have 5 steps in order to board the vessel. There is a single step in the deck. Please call Thank you!
Face masks provided for travellers
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
We always follow California state protocols

What To Expect

Old Point Loma Lighthouse

We sail past North Island Naval Air Station, US Navy Base Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument, Point Loma Lighthouse

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (1000)

Mitch_R

Oct 2020

Great boat and crew!!! Had beautiful weather. Saw dolphins, but no whales - will be using our free return trip! Had a great time!!!

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you so much! I am so glad you had a wonderful time. We can't wait to take you sailing in the future. Please be sure to rebook in order to take advantage of your guarantee. Feel free to call us 619-922-6215 or email us [email protected]. We can't wait to take you out in the future. Thanks so much!

ecwriter

Oct 2020

We had a lovely day out on the ocean on our whale watching trip on the America. What a beautiful sailing ship! The crew were all very attentive and professional. They made a special effort to make everyone feel comfortable and spent time educating the children on board about whales and other sea creatures. Even though we didn't see any whales on our trip, it was still a great cruise. I'm so glad they are still able to take people out during this time. They definitely were taking extra precautions due to the coronavirus and all the guests had plenty of room with ample space between each party. I highly recommend this cruise for everyone, young and old.

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I am so glad to hear you had a wonderful time. Please be sure to come sailing with us again in order to take advantage of your whale watching guarantee. Just rebook by calling 619-922-6215 or email us at [email protected]. Thanks again for your fabulous review, we really appreciate it! :)

smilegirl486

Oct 2020

What a FUN adventure! I loved that due to COVID, the sail only had a max of 35 people aboard compared to 70! I was able to see water spray out of the whales blowhole and a portion of the whales body, which was neat! I also saw dolphins! These dolphins were not dolphins I've seen previously. I think they were a different species. They appeared smaller; but they were beautiful none-the-less. I loved the hospitality on the cruise, along with the complimentary beverages and snacks offered, multiple times. The bathroom aboard was also very clean. I would definitely recommend this cruise and would love to return myself! P.S. Bring cash to leave a nice gratuity for a job well done! P.P.S. Bring lots of layers. It gets very cold and extremely windy in the open water. Feel free to bring gloves, scarves, hats, coats, jackets, and/or blankets. You will not be sorry.

Response from Host

Oct 2020

Thank you so much for sharing your review! I am so glad to hear you had a wonderful time. We truly appreciate the time you took to write your kind review, thank you so much. We can't wait to have you out in the future!