Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point

Overview

Delight in the exciting sights and sounds of the magnificent ocean creatures off Dana Point in Orange County. Known as a landmark for marine life sightings, Dana Wharf’s ocean adventure cruises offer rare glimpses into a huge variety of underwater wildlife and gorgeous scenic views you’ll never forget. Search for whales, dolphins, sea lions and other exciting marine life! All cruises are narrated by expert captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life on the coast. Trips are 2 hours long, plenty of time to discover the world that lies beneath. Remember that sightings of marine life are guaranteed.

City: Dana Point

Thu 03 Oct

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Starting at $42.00

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Thu 03 Oct

Starting at $42.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Narration by captain

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
If you are lost please call 949-496-5794. There are no refunds or rescheduling for no shows.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (432)

MrsMoreira

Jul 2022

Always a great Cruise. Half-price Tuesdays are an excellent deal. This time we rode the large boat which is called The Dana Pride. Don't worry about trying to rush on board because people move around, and the top seats and tables that people rush for are not that much better than all the rest of the seats. Sitting inside is not fun, so wear a hat and sunscreen and plan to sit outside the whole 2 hours. We saw a pod of blue whales which is awesome and more rare in July; we usually see lots of dolphins. The whales swam right underneath and next to the boat.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

We are so happy to hear you got to see the Blue whales that have been hanging around our area! Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience.

MGMAZ

Jul 2022

We did not see whales, but we knew it was not the right season. The experts on the boat and the ship’s captain all made the experience totally worthwhile. We saw dolphins, a harbor seal, and a sunfish. Our group included adults and small kids, and we all enjoyed the trip. We would recommend this for anyone looking for a fun touristy outing.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you very much for your kind words. We are so fortunate to have whales and dolphins along our coastline all year round and glad you enjoyed the playful dolphins.

Sharon K

Jul 2022

Always enjoy this whale-watching trip when I go to Dana point every year in March for the Festival of Whales!

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you Sharon we appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you next year!