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    Dana Point Holiday Boat Parade Cruise

    Join Dana Point Harbor’s boat parade with a live DJ, dancing, and deckside views

    4.9 stars• 6.6K reviews

    Duration

    1.5 Hours

    Ideal For

    Up to 120 people

    Includes

    Boat parade, DJ, one drink

    Highlights

    Cruise Dana Point Harbor as part of the Boat Parade of Lights aboard a spacious double-deck catamaran. Dance to a live DJ, take in decorated boats and holiday music, and wave to people along the shore from the enclosed cabin or outdoor viewing areas.

    • Cruise as part of the Dana Point Harbor Boat Parade of Lights
    • Dance to a live DJ in a lively holiday party atmosphere
    • View decorated boats from the bow, covered upper deck, and enclosed first-deck cabin
    • Wave to spectators along the harbor shore

    Itinerary

    1. Guests check in 45 to 60 minutes in advance.
    2. You can use the restrooms and relax at our 'Dolphin Deck'.
    3. A crew member escorts you to the boat for boarding. Once aboard, redeem your complimentary drink ticket for hot chocolate or beer as you make your way through the main cabin.
    4. Spend 1½ festive hours cruising Dana Point Harbor as part of the Boat Parade of Lights, with a live DJ, dancing, and a lively holiday party atmosphere.
    5. The boat returns to the dock.
    6. As you disembark, you'll receive a special treat, one of Mrs. Capt. Dave's famous Trip Fudge Brownies.

    What's Included

    • Live DJ and dancing
    • One complimentary hot chocolate or, for ages 21+, beer
    • Trip Fudge Brownie upon disembarking

    Important details

    • Arrive 45 to 60 minutes before departure for check-in
    • Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian
    • Outside beverages are not permitted
    • Boarding, restrooms, and upper-deck access may require stepping, balance, and navigating compact spaces

    Cancellation Policy

    Reservations are non-cancelable, non-refundable, and non-changeable.

    Product ID: KUH4PX

    FAQs

    Dress in warm layers and bring a jacket or blanket. It can be 10 to 15 degrees cooler on the water and feel especially cold after sunset.

    Bring a preferred snack if you like; no meal service is provided. Do not bring outside beverages. Additional drinks and dry snacks are available for purchase aboard.

    Boarding, restrooms, and upper-deck access may require stepping, balance, and navigating compact spaces.

    Meeting details

    Dolphin Deck, 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA 92629

    Experience provided by Captain Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari

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    Adult

    $79.50

    Ages 13 & Up

    0

    Child

    $74.20

    Ages 1-12

    0

    Infant

    $74.20

    Up to 12 Months

    0

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    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    So had much fun. We saw a bunch of dolphins 🐬 and sea lions and even saw a flying fish!. There are windows in the bow so we could see dolphins under water.

    Photo of Gordon Smith

    Gordon Smith

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    So had much fun. We saw a bunch of dolphins 🐬 and sea lions and even saw a flying fish!. There are windows in the bow so we could see dolphins under water.

    Photo of Gordon Smith

    Gordon Smith

    September 1, 2026

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