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San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

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San Diego

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San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise Highlights

Take the chance to see the majestic gray whales, blue whales, and dolphins on the waters of the Pacific Ocean
Be on lookout for beautiful Humpback and Minke whales, Pacific White-Sided, and Bottlenose Dolphins
Experienced crew will help you spot sea lions, sunfish & marine birds such as Herons and Pelicans
Enjoy the sights of the stunning San Diego from the waters on the whale watching cruise

San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise Overview

Activity Location: Pier 2, 970 North Harbor Drive, San Diego Harbour, San Diego

Activity Timings: 9 AM onwards

Activity Duration: up to 4 hours

About San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise:

Go on a cruise in the waters of the Pacific from San Diego and grab the chance to see blue whales, and gray whales in their natural environment. Take a look at the beautiful coastline and skyline of San Diego from the waters. Learn about marine life in the local waters of San Diego from a professional captain and crew.

About the Activity:

Embark on a cruise to see the magnificent whales, dolphins and other marine life that lives in or passes by the waters of San Diego.
San Diego is one of the best places in the world to whale watch.
Gray whales migrate during winter-spring time from Alaska to California.
Blue whales feed off-shore of the San Diego coastline in the summers.
See pods of various dolphins like Bottle Nose Dolphin, Risso’s, Common, Pacific White-Sided Dolphins.
Try to spot more marine life such as sea lions, and sunfish.
Take a look at numerous marine birds like Herons, Terns, Pelicans, and Gulls.
You might also be able to see a calf traveling with a mother whale.
Know more about the marine life of the region and waters from an expert captain and crew who work at San Diego Natural History Museum.
Don't forget to take a look at the beautiful coastline of San Diego.

How to Reach?

By Car: It is a 6 min car drive from city center to the activity location via Broadway.
By Walk: The activity location is 0.9 miles from city center and it takes around 19 minutes of walking to reach via Broadway.

Select Package Options

Whale and Dolphin Watching Summer Cruise

4 Hours

USD 91.84

USD 53.26

Per Child

Get onboard a cruise in San Diego to see various marine animals including the Blue whales in the months from July to August.

Notes:

This experience is free for kids up to 3 years of age.
Children of ages 4 to 12 will be charged a child ticket.
People over 12 years old will have to avail of an adult ticket.

Price Includes

Ticket
- 3.5- or 4-hour whale watching cruise
- Outdoor and indoor seating
- Narration and video documentary
- Gratuities

Whale and Dolphin Watching Winter Cruise

4 Hours

USD 67.58

USD 63.42

Per Adult

Get onboard a cruise in San Diego to see various marine animals including the Gray whales in the months from December to April.

Notes:

This experience is free for kids up to 3 years of age.
Children of ages 4 to 12 will be charged a child ticket.
People over 12 years old will have to avail of an adult ticket.

Price Includes

Ticket
- 3.5- or 4-hour whale watching cruise
- Outdoor and indoor seating
- Narration and video documentary
- Gratuities

More Details about San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

Know Before You Go for San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

This experience is free for kids up to 3 years of age. Children of ages 4 to 12 will be charged a child ticket. People over 12 years old will have to avail of an adult ticket.
Coast Guard regulations require a photo ID upon boarding.
All international participants will have to share passport and visa details on arrival.
Note that the access to outer decks is via stairs only, this cruise is temporarily not wheelchair accessible due to outdoor seating restrictions.
Food and drinks can be purchased on board and are not included in the price of the tour.
Please do not carry any luggage or large bags.

San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise Map

Starting Point

Pier 2, 970 North Harbor Drive, San Diego Bay

970 N Harbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA

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San Diego Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 1 business hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation are made 30 days before the date of travel then 25.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If cancellation are made 1 days to 30 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.

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