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    San Diego Private Whale Watching Charter

    Keep the Scout to your group for a tailored wildlife-watching outing

    5.0 stars• 104 reviews
    From$720incl. taxes and fees

    Duration

    3 hrs

    Ideal For

    4 people

    Includes

    Private boat, whale watching

    Highlights

    Set out aboard the Scout, an inflatable boat reserved exclusively for your group. Explore the water with a captain who tailors the outing around wildlife viewing and photo opportunities.

    • Explore the water aboard the inflatable Scout
    • Keep the vessel exclusively for your group
    • Look for whales and other marine life with the crew
    • Capture photos during your time on the water
    • Tailor the outing with your captain around wildlife viewing

    Cancellation Policy

    Full refund with 72 hours' notice. Full refund if the operator cancels due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows are charged the full price.

    FAQs

    Provide the number of people in your party when you book.

    Meeting details

    1677 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA 92109, US

    Experience provided by Big Blue Photo Expeditions
    Experience provided by Big Blue Photo Expeditions

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    Private Charter

    $720

    Price includes 4 people

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 5
    5/5

    Absolutely wonderful experience. My wife and I went for our first time. We saw sea lions, about 100 common dolphins, and a fin whale! The boat ride itself was fun and Susan and Matthias were very professional and informative guides.

    Photo of Alexander V.

    Alexander V.

    July 11, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Absolutely wonderful experience. My wife and I went for our first time. We saw sea lions, about 100 common dolphins, and a fin whale! The boat ride itself was fun and Susan and Matthias were very professional and informative guides.

    Photo of Alexander V.

    Alexander V.

    July 11, 2026

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