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 16 Jul

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Starting at $85.00

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Wed 16 Jul

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!

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (1000)

twoadultsandtwokids

Jul 2022

We’ve been to San Diego for vacation dozens of times but never tried whale watching. Amazing. It made the trip feel like we went somewhere new. Saw a blue whale and dolphins. Felt relaxed for first the first time in months. Friendly crew and wonderful time for the whole family.

H5738JSzacharys

Jul 2022

Had an awesome day out on the open water with Next Level Sailing and Captain Troy on his beautiful yacht, America. Along the trip we saw large pods of dolphins feeding and topped it off with a close view of a blue whale feeding along the coastal shelf. What an experience! The whale showed his tail all three times which we were informed is rare. My wife and I went out on the same tour earlier in the week and didn’t see any whales but Next Level has a guarantee that you will see whales and they honor it. We immediately contacted the company to schedule another tour and they responded promptly. Captain Troy and his crew aren’t just there for the money, they genuinely want every visitor to see what they paid for. Thanks to Captain Troy and his crew for the great hospitality and an awesome tour.

Richard R

Jul 2022

Stop. You’ve found what you’ve been looking for. Absolutely amazing experience on a classic boat. I k ow there are no guarantees but on our trip we saw mom and baby dolphins swimming together, then right as we were about to turn around, a blue whale! Experience of a lifetime! I thought it might have been a good choice to book with one of the smaller/quicker boats but I was wrong. The America was quieter, and I imagine, a lot more relaxing. 100 stars!