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Whale Watching Season in Dana Point, California: All Public & Private Cruises

Daily availability. Year-round whale watching season in Dana Point, California.
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Uncrowded Public Dana Point Whale Watching Cruises

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  • Most Popular
From $89 $75.65
  • Underwater Viewing Pods
  • All Ages
  • 2 ½ Hours

Signature Dolphin and Whale Watching Safari

If you’re looking for whale watching near Dana Point, we guarantee you’ve never experienced anything like this. Our exclusive underwater glass viewing pods put you face to face with some of the largest creatures on earth! Book your seat today!

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  • Extended 8-Hour Cruise
  • Hot Lunch Included
From $175
  • Hoku Nai’a
  • Ages 8 & up
  • 8 Hours

SUPER Safari Dolphin & Whale Watching

Extended 8-hour dolphin & whale watching experience aboard upscale power catamaran, Hoku Nai’a. We’re heading offshore in search of blue whales, fin whales, and more. Lunch with flame-grilled burgers included. Book this can’t-miss cetacean celebration of the summer now!

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Public Dana Point Harbor Boat Cruises

  • Live "Surf" Music
  • Catered Dinner
From $149 $99
  • Hoku Nai’a
  • Ages 13 & up
  • 2 Hours

Sounds of Summer Concert Cruises

Do you wanna get away from it all? No need to go down to Kokomo. For Fun, Fun, Fun summer concert cruises on our upscale power catamaran are a great way to enjoy live “surf” music and warm weather. Catered dinner included. 2-Hour Dana Point Harbor cruise.

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Extended Special Public Dana Point Boat Cruises

  • Breakfast & Dinner Included
  • Snorkel Gear Provided
From $189
  • Hoku Nai’a
  • Ages 6 & up
  • 11 Hours

Catalina Island Cruise with Whale Watching

This summer, it’s fun days on Sundays with our relaxing Catalina Cruises! Unwind and connect with nature on an upscale catamaran that’s much more comfortable and less crowded than an express boat to Catalina. Continental breakfast, BBQ burgers, & snorkel gear provided.

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  • Popular Annual Event
  • Catered Meals Included
From $199
  • Hoku Nai’a
  • Ages 8 & up
  • 10 Hours

Pacific Airshow & Whale Watching Safari

Come aboard our upscale power catamaran, Hoku Nai’a, for a special cruise to view the incredible Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach from the water. Catered meals included. En route to and from the airshow, we’ll be looking for whales & dolphins. One of our most popular annual cruises!

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Customizable Private Boat Charters

  • Underwater Viewing Pods
From $2790
  • Underwater Viewing Pods
  • All Ages
  • 2 ½ Hours

Manute'a Private Boat Rental

Our popular catamaran sailboat Manute’a features 2 Eye-to-Eye Underwater Viewing Pods. From whale watching to sailing and every special occasion in between, Manute’a is a great choice! Accommodates up to 49 guests.

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  • Upscale Power Catamaran
From $2790
  • Hoku Nai’a
  • All Ages
  • 2 ½ Hours

Hoku Nai’a Private Boat Rental

With upscale accommodations and a fast cruising speed, Hoku Nai’a is perfect for private parties and corporate events, casual daytime cruises, Orange County whale watching, private boat rentals to Catalina, and more. Accommodates up to 149 guests.

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Dolphin and Whale Watching E-Gift Cards

Give the gift of an unforgettable dolphin and whale watching experience! With year-round whales, dolphins, sea lions, and more, anytime is a great time for your recipient to enjoy their gift.

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Year-Round Whale Watching Season in Dana Point, California

We offer public and private Dana Point Harbor whale watching cruises to satisfy your every need!

Whether you are just visiting or are local to Dana Point Harbor, our dolphin and whale watching cruises can’t be beat! We offer a little something for everyone from special safaris, private charters, boat parades, and more. Learn about various wildlife including the ever popular dolphins and whales we encounter when out at sea. Experience the best whale watching cruises in California you could ever ask for! Our whale watching season is year-round in Dana Point, California within beautiful Southern California.

Our fleet is full of options for the type of ride you’d like to experience, how fast you want to go, how close you want to be to the sea life, and even how wet you dare to get! We can accommodate small groups or large parties of up to 49 people. No matter what cruise you decide to take, know that whale season in Southern California is year-round! Book a dolphin and whale watching cruise with Captain Dave.