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    Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Tour

    Expert-narrated 2-hour cruise with guaranteed marine mammal sightings

    From$72/ personincl. taxes and fees

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    Duration

    2 Hours

    Includes

    Naturalist narration, 2-hour cruise

    Highlights

    Join Dana Point’s original whale watching company for a 2-hour cruise led by expert marine naturalist captains. Search year-round for whales, dolphins, and coastal wildlife with guaranteed marine mammal sightings.

    • Cruise the Dana Point coast on a 2-hour narrated tour
    • Watch for gray, blue, fin, humpback and minke whales
    • Photograph playful dolphins swimming alongside
    • Spot sea lions, pelicans and other seabirds
    • Ride stable catamarans with excellent viewing
    • Benefit from guaranteed marine mammal sightings

    Things to know

    Trips operate year-round and last 2 hours. Vessels may vary by departure and tours may be canceled for severe weather.

    Cancellation Policy

    Non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled. Activity may be canceled up to an hour before the start in severe or unsafe weather; if canceled, tickets may be rescheduled. Trips may be canceled if minimum bookings are not met; if canceled, you will be contacted and fully refunded or rescheduled.

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    Dana Point, CA

    Experience provided by Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing
    Experience provided by Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing

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    We are here to assist with special requests, large groups, last minute needs, and any questions you may have.

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    Person

    $72.08

    Ages 13 - 54

    0

    Infant

    $8.48

    Under 2 years old

    0

    Senior

    $61.48

    Ages 55 and over

    0

    Children

    $55.12

    Ages 3 to 12

    0

    Why book through Greetwell?

    • Greetwell Approved

      This experience meets our quality and safety standards

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      Our team is here to help with questions, timing, or special requests

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      Plans change? Most experiences offer flexible cancellation

    4.8 stars• 7.1K reviews

    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    7.1K reviews•Google Maps

    Dana Wharf delivers consistently excellent whale watching experiences with a crew that clearly knows their stuff. Reviewers rave about the knowledgeable captains and friendly staff who engage with passengers throughout trips, providing educational commentary about marine life. The operation runs professionally and punctually, and they offer various experiences beyond standard tours, including special events with live music, wine, and charter fishing trips. Here's the thing about whale sightings: they're not guaranteed, and many recent visitors didn't spot any whales. But that didn't dampen anyone's enthusiasm. Guests were thrilled by multiple pods of dolphins putting on spectacular shows, jumping, racing alongside the boat, and surfing in the wake. The crew's expertise shines in finding marine life and creating memorable experiences regardless of what appears. With spacious boats that don't feel crowded and staff that go out of their way to be helpful, this is clearly a well-run operation that keeps people coming back for repeat visits.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Beautiful day on the water. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. We saw a fintail whale multiple times. Worth it.

    Photo of Roby Hunt

    Roby Hunt

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Beautiful day on the water. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. We saw a fintail whale multiple times. Worth it.

    Photo of Roby Hunt

    Roby Hunt

    April 3, 2026

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