Best 122 things to do in Dana Point, CA

Private sunset deck encounter with six animal ambassadors

Meet a juvenile lynx and serval, and take home a pawtograph keepsake

Hand-feed fruit treats and learn about binturong conservation

Meet fennec foxes and add enrichment to their day

Hand-feed Bennett's wallabies and meet their habitat mates

Meet, feed, and learn about reptiles from around the globe

Celebrate with a private animal ambassador encounter

Meet animals alongside a dedicated guide at a wildlife education center

Work alongside zookeepers in a private, hands-on animal care session

Share hands-on animal care and conservation learning as a family

Build a private visit around two interactive animal encounters

Build a private visit around three animal interactions

Create your own lineup of four animal encounters

Meet a paca up close on a private behind-the-scenes animal tour

Sail a private low-to-the-water catamaran for close-up ocean wildlife viewing

A private catamaran setting for honoring a loved one at sea

Learn from a marine naturalist aboard ORCA in Dana Point

Live music cruise through Dana Point Harbor at sunset (21+)

Cast for seasonal catches on a limited-load route to Catalina or offshore

Private coastal fishing aboard a 53-foot Hatteras

Ride a pedal-assist e-bike around Laguna Beach on a 4- or 8-hour rental

Spot whales and dolphins aboard a fast, small-group vessel limited to six passengers.

Spot whales and dolphins aboard a fast, stabilized catamaran limited to six guests.

Spend a full day exploring iconic California beaches with a local guide and convenient transportation.