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    2.5-Hour San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

    High-speed catamaran whale watching across San Diego's open ocean

    4.9 stars• 600 reviews

    Duration

    Approximately 2.5 hrs

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Whale watching, small-group cruise

    Highlights

    Explore San Diego's open ocean aboard a high-speed catamaran. Search for whales, dolphins, and other marine life as you travel offshore.

    • Search the open ocean for whales, dolphins, and other marine life
    • Ride aboard a high-speed catamaran, usually Hana Hou
    • Join an open-party trip with other travelers
    • Explore offshore waters on a fast-moving vessel

    Important details

    • Arrive at least 30 minutes before the tour start time
    • Ages 5+ only
    • Pregnancy is not permitted
    • Requires boarding and exiting the vessel without assistance
    • Back or neck problems are not recommended due to occasional open-ocean bumps
    • Bring a winter jacket and wear multiple warm layers, even in summer
    • Boarding requires accepting the risks of open-ocean travel and the operator's liability release
    • Expect another vessel from the fleet may be used based on demand

    Cancellation Policy

    No cancellations.

    Product ID: HBMH9N

    FAQs

    Wear many warm layers, including a winter jacket, even in summer. Bring sunscreen and sunglasses.

    You must be able to board and exit the vessel without assistance. The fast vessels can encounter occasional bumps, so this trip is not recommended if you have back or neck problems.

    Children must be at least 5 years old. Pregnant guests may not participate.

    Meeting details

    Dock in front of Sportsmen's Seafood, 1617 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA 92109

    Experience provided by Gone Whale Watching

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    Adult

    $133.10

    Ages 13+

    0

    Child

    $127.05

    Ages 5-12

    0

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    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    A huge thank you! My son and I went Aug 17th. While we didn't see any whales, we saw tons of dolphins.. our captain was an amazing mariner as well. Making sure we didn't snash into waves, and kept the ride so enjoyable it is definetly worth a mention. He was genuinely upset we didn't see whales, but the trip was 100% perfect. Thank you thank you thank you.

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    Tammy Orlando

    August 25, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    A huge thank you! My son and I went Aug 17th. While we didn't see any whales, we saw tons of dolphins.. our captain was an amazing mariner as well. Making sure we didn't snash into waves, and kept the ride so enjoyable it is definetly worth a mention. He was genuinely upset we didn't see whales, but the trip was 100% perfect. Thank you thank you thank you.

    Photo of Tammy Orlando

    Tammy Orlando

    August 25, 2026

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