San Diego Whale Watching Tour

Overview

Our trips depart from Mission Bay, which requires only a short 10 minute journey access to the open ocean where whales and dolphins can be seen! The search for whales and other animals begins as soon as you depart the dock and our marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect and what you are seeing from the get go!

City: San Diego

Wed 25 Dec

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Starting at $65.00

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Wed 25 Dec

Starting at $65.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Regularly sanitised high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitised between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

What To Expect

Ocean Beach

The tour will take you to the ocean without stopping

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (820)

Gagik_S

Sep 2022

I don’t think everyone will love this. Were lucky to see some dolphins but overall most memorable moment was to see vomiting people everywhere.

Jeff N

Sep 2022

Visiting San Diego again we decided to take advantage of San Diego Whale Watch’s Free Ride policy, since we saw no whales or dolphins on our previous ride. We were cheerfully welcomed to ride again at no charge with no questions asked. Despite a steady breeze, our 3-hour ride was fairly smooth, and commentary by our hosts was interesting and informative. A variety of beverages including beer was available for sale, as well as snack items and virtually everything which could make the ride fun and comfortable. We traveled at least 6 or 7 miles out, and although we saw no whales or dolphins we weren’t really surprised because August isn’t whale-watching season. This was still a thoroughly enjoyable 3 hours out on the Pacific Ocean, and who could complain about that? True to their promise, everyone received a free pass for another ride in search of whales, and when we’re back in town we might just try a third time!

scifiguyv

Sep 2022

Great experience, the Pacific was beautiful 13 miles out and the marine life was fascinating. I would definitely do it again.