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July 4th Fireworks on the Water Cruise

Experience a patriotic Fourth of July with our fireworks cruise on the water in Dana Point!

Quick Details

  • Duration: 2 Hours
  • Ages: All Ages
  • Boat: DolphinSafari, Hoku Nai’a, Manute'a
  • Date: Friday, July 4, 2025
  • Departure Time: 8:00 pm
  • Location: Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari
    24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive
    Dana Point, California, 92629
  • Arrive Early: Dana Point Harbor is a very popular destination to celebrate Independence Day.
    Please anticipate more vehicle and pedestrian traffic and less public parking. ARRIVE EARLY.
  • Please Allow Ample Driving Time:
    • Please be prepared for some temporary road closures before the fireworks show to allow for emergency access vehicles. Road closures will reopen after the show to allow for exiting traffic.

    • At the end of the event, there will be traffic congestion, particularly for those exiting the Harbor parking lots after the fireworks. Allow plenty of time to get home safely.
  • Tips for a Great Fireworks Viewing Experience: Temperatures are 10 degrees or more cooler on the water. Dress in warm layers.

Adult (13 & up)

$95

$ 80.56

Child (12 & under)

$95

$ 80.56

Celebrate our Nation’s Independence with a Fireworks Show on the Water!

This July 4th, we invite you to join us aboard our catamarans to watch the beautiful fireworks, shot from a barge off Doheny State Beach, light up the sky and reflect off the calm waters near Dana Point Harbor. Synchronized music during the show is so very patriotic. You’ll enjoy one of the best views possible of Dana Point’s live fireworks. And of course, Mrs. Captain Dave’s yummy Triple Fudge Brownies will be served!

Tips for the Best Experience

  • You’re on the water, so it often feels cooler than on dry land. Dress very warm, in layers. Feel free to bring blankets and a thermos of hot chocolate.
  • Dana Point Harbor closes to all personal vehicles at 7:30 p.m. and our boats depart promptly. Please allow ample driving time. The harbor re-opens after the fireworks.
Red and blue fireworks over water

Experience Dana Point’s Fireworks From the Comfort of a Private Boat Rental

Connect with family and friends to watch the fireworks and celebrate Independence Day on a customizable private charter. Here are two of our most popular vessels to charter to view Dana Point’s fireworks extravaganza.

Motor Yacht ORCA

Enjoy Dana Point’s breathtaking fireworks from the bow or aft deck of our motor yacht, ORCA. Or escape the chilly night air in the fully enclosed bridge or interior cabin, both with cushioned seats. Up to 6 guests plus our captain and first mate.

2-hour fireworks private charter is $660 + gratuity.

Book ORCA

Catamaran DOLPHINSAFARI

This vessel is perfect for medium-sized groups to watch the fireworks from the spacious bow. There is also cushioned seating in the covered cockpit. Up to 20 guests, plus our captain and first mate.

2-hour fireworks private charter is $1,225 + gratuity.

Book DolphinSafari


A Brief History of Our Fireworks Trips

Capt. Dave and Mrs. Capt. DaveCapt. Dave and Mrs. Capt. Dave both came to Dana Point Harbor in 1995. They both thoroughly enjoyed the 4th of July celebration each year, taking friends and family out to see the fabulous show from the water. After they had their daughter, Arielle, they stayed home more and did the friends and family barbecues.

However, several years ago, they had a family ask to take them out for the fireworks show and they did… and they were SO glad that they did. They couldn’t believe they had waited so long to enjoy this fabulous experience!

We hope you can join us in what will be our own family tradition and make it part of yours!

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