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

Tue 19 Nov

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Starting at $85.00

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Tue 19 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)

Sandy_L

Dec 2022

Awesome trip! The crew was very attentive and knowledgeable. We saw tons of dolphins and a family of 3 humpbacks whales.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Thank you so much! We are so glad you had a great time with us.

286shamarak

Dec 2022

First time sailing and visiting San Diego with my boyfriend. Great experience! Dress warm for this trip. The crew was great and served us free snacks and water. It is a large sailing ship with heavy sails. There were no whales but the captain invited us back for a free trip during peak whale season. Saw a large family of Pacific wild dolphins and new born calves. A magnificent sight to see.

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful time with us. Please come back for your free trip. Just give us a call 619-922-6215 or email us at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Thanks!

Maryfrances K

Dec 2022

I had never been on a sailing ship before, so I was nervous. No need! It was a wonderful adventure. Our crew was helpful and knowledgeable. We were invited to help hoist the sails but were also welcome to just sit and watch. The sea cooperated with my stomach (I had "seabands" on - found at the pharmacy on Rosecrans St.- just in case). The crew was generous with blankets, snacks, and sodas (and there was a restroom on board below deck!). We dressed in layers, hats, and sunglasses. I highly recommend binoculars, too. Marie, the chocolate lab, began to bark when she smelled animals in the water. We sailed through a large pod of dolphins, hopping to and fro on both sides of the ship and you could hear them breathe! Capt. Troy kept us out a bit longer and we found two humpbacks gently coming to the surface and diving again. As we turned to go back to SD, we looked back to see two more of them breach!! It was a great experience!!

Response from Host

Dec 2022

Thank you so much for your review! We are so glad to hear you had a wonderful sailing experience with us. We can't wait to see you again next time you are in town. Thanks!