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Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point
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Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point
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- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Good for avoiding crowds
Overview
Cruise the Pacific Ocean off Dana point on a whale watching excursion aboard a comfortable 95’ vessel. Enjoy live narration from your experienced captain as you watch for whales, sea lions, and dolphins, and learn about the stunning diversity of marine life that flocks to the California coast. Listen to the distinctive calls of seabirds from a seat on deck, or relax by a window in the fully-enclosed cabin where food and drink are available for purchase.
- Whale watching tour on a comfortable vessel
- Learn about California's marine wildlife
- Watch for whales, dolphins, and sea lions
- Enjoy live narration throughout the trip
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What's Included
Narration by captain
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Drinks
Departure & Return
34675 Golden Lantern , 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Departure Point: Dana Wharf Address: 34675 Golden Lantern Dana Point, CA 92629 Located in Dana Point Harbor
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
- OPERATED BY Dana Wharf Whale Watching and Sportfishing
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point?
A:The policy on sanitization is:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Whale Watching Excursion in Dana Point?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Great time, Captain was...
Susan_M
, Jun 2022
Great Day at Dana Point
Jamie_T
, Jun 2022
Dolphins galore!
Kara_P
, Jun 2022
Would recommend this excursion
Chris_S
, Jun 2022
Fun trip
Anna_P
, Jun 2022
This 2 hour dana point whale watching blew my mind off!
The crews and captain were nice and friendly, and they sell snacks inside.
most of all , dolphins' scene is a hit! It's amazing to watch them swimming by the boat, and they are the ones making beautiful scenery for this tour.
We were expecting to see whales on the way back to harbor, but could not find it on that day. So it depends, I guess. Other than that, it was pleasure boating for our family to enjoy the oceans and dolphins.
I would like to highly recommend 👌 👍 😊
Best boat & crew & family adventure
Rachel_D
, Jun 2022
This was a wonderful experience. They made sure we saw dolphins and sea lions. No whales but that is nature. We were given excellent facts on the whales and sea lions. The boat was perfect for viewing the beautiful dolphins. The pod was over a mile long! I took my grandkids and they had the best time on the boat. The dolphins and sea lions were an added enjoyment. I highly recommend this company and this type of boat for your whale watching experience.
Whale Watching excursion turns Dolphin Delight.
Tonya_R
, Jun 2022
Nice ocean experience
Barbara_P
, May 2022
Birthday memory
Ron_B
, May 2022
Highly recommended
Stacy_B
, May 2022
An amazing experience😍...
Karie_A
, May 2022
Therapeutic Dolphins
Sara_C
, Apr 2022
ITS ALWAYS SUNNY IN DANA POINT.
Debrabanwell
, Apr 2022
What a friendly crew! They gave us lots of information about whales and dolphins. Although the crew constantly scanned the waters for whales, we didn’t see any. However, we were entertained by dozens of dolphins who followed us, leaping in the air, swimming around and under the boat. It was a great time.
It was lovely, we did not...
Kitty_R
, Apr 2022
Great time!
Calvin_L
, Apr 2022
Sunday whale sighting
Marna_C
, Apr 2022
Ocean Adventures
Abbie_F
, Mar 2022
Boring
Tracey_M
, Mar 2022
Boat ride
Conrad_B
, Mar 2022
It was a nice boat ride. We only say the tip of a whale tale, bit did see sea lions, an interesting fish and two dolphins. However, we were given our tickets back to go on another trip anytime we want. Thought that was a nice touch. It's not the boat's fault we didn't see whales. They are wild animals and didn't want to be seen that time. The gift shop discount is a nice touch.
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