Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Tour | Daily
Our most popular trip!
Overview
Activity details
*The original whale watching company in Orange County, Dana Wharf is the Dana Point Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital !
Dana Wharf Whale Watching began in 1971 and was the first whale watching company in Orange County. Located in Dana Point we are the premier year-round whale watching facility in Southern California. If you are coming to whale watch you want to do it from Dana Point with Dana Wharf the pioneers of the industry.
About the Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Tour
Join DANA WHARF OC's first (and local Dana Point favorite) whale watching company and delight in the exciting sights and sounds of the magnificent ocean creatures seen daily by Dana Wharf. Known as a landmark for marine life sightings, Dana Wharf's Dana Point Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Tours offer rare glimpses into a huge variety of underwater wildlife and gorgeous scenic views you'll never forget.
Whale Watching season is year-round, marine mammal sightings are guaranteed, meaning that if you do not see a whale OR dolphin, we'll give you a voucher for a free trip that never expires!
What's included
All of our cruises are narrated by our expert marine naturalist captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life off our Dana Point coast. Trips are all 2 hours long, plenty of time to discover the world that lies beneath!
GUARANTEED MARINE MAMMAL SIGHTINGS- If you don't see a good showing of marine mammals (whale or dolphins), get a free Marine Mammal Rain Check to come back to Dana Point for another trip!
Trips may be aboard our Ocean Adventure Catamaran, the only Catamaran with a raised viewing EYE SPY platform not a net so you never get wet!! Or the all new Lot a Fun Catamaran low to the water for excellent viewing*
Highlights
1/2 Price Tuesday is BACK!!! All tickets on Tuesday are 1/2 price * taken off the adult fare
Wyland’s Whale and Dolphin Adventure Art Lesson is Back!
Join us for the most creative experience on the water! Create your own art aboard the Dana Pride that will be judged by Wyland himself, with multiple winners.
- Book your spot on Saturdays, Jan. - April at 10am (must arrive at 9am for art lesson and whale watch begins at 10am)
Every trip is a new experience, so be sure to come out often! See attractions such as:
• Gray Whales (November - May) - These friendly Whales are up to 65 feet!
• Blue Whales (May - November) - They can grow up to 100 feet long and weigh up to 100 tons - you will not believe your eyes if you're lucky enough to see on of these impressive marine mammals! These whales visit Dana Point year round , Fin Whales, Humpback Whales, Bryde's Whales and Minke Whale
• Dolphins - take memorable photos as schools of playful dolphins frolic around the boat!
• Sea lions, pelican and other seafaring birds plus possible sightings of Sharks ( Mako, Hammerhead, and Great White)
. **Rare whales include Orcas, False Killer Whales, Pilot Whales , maybe even Sperm Whales
FAQs
PRIVATE CHARTERS
Can I book a private charter?
Yes, all boats are available for private charters. Book a private Whale Watch
More Questions?
Check out our FAQ Page
Cancellations
Non-refundable, cannot be rescheduled
Once purchased, tickets cannot be refunded and cannot be rescheduled because your space is being guaranteed at the event.
Please note if you are using a voucher or a gift certificate and you have secured your reservation with a credit card, you will be charged in full at check-in in the event that you do not have your voucher or gift certificate with you. Alsom, if you do not show up to redeem your gift certificate or voucher, your credit card will be charged and no refund will be issued.
Activity may be cancelled due to severe weather
The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions, but the seller may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If the seller cancels the event, ticket-holders will be allowed to reschedule tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit for a future event.
Trip Minimums
In order to run this tour, a minimum number of tickets must be sold. If the ticket minimum is not met, Dana Wharf may need to cancel the trip. If we do cancel, you will be contacted as soon as possible and fully refunded and or rescheduled.