San Diego Whale Watching Tours


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13 Best San Diego Whale Watching Tours

The trips worth booking.

The 13 san diego whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.

13 Best San Diego Whale Watching Tours

San Diego Whale Watching Cruise - Getting Oriented at 990 N Harbor Dr: Where the Cruise Starts
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

1.San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

Sail aboard the America schooner from San Diego to spot gray whales and dolphins, with snacks, cold-weather tips, and a free return.

Most Popular 5.0

“I took my sister-in-law visiting from Illinois and my 8 yr old grandson. My sister-in-law enjoyed the day, loved the trip and the weather. My grandson said it was "his best day ever!" He likes boats and He loves animals. He knows so much about whales and was just thrilled to see a mommy and…”

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San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise - Route highlights: from Mission Beach boardwalk energy to Sunset Cliffs
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San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

2.San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

San Diego Mission Bay whale cruise for $71: 2–3 hours on the open Pacific with naturalist spotting tips, snacks, and parking included.

4.5

“It was beautiful! Super excited that we were able to see THE BLUE WHALES!! Allison was GREAT the only thing I would suggest is maybe a better sound system because it was really hard to hear her! Other than that it was a great experience!”

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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise - Getting Oriented at 990 N Harbor Dr: Where the Cruise Starts
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

3.San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

A 3.5-hour San Diego half-day whale cruise with indoor/outdoor decks, expert guide talks, and a real shot at gray whales.

4.5

“Very well-organized excursion..... Becca was outstanding as our host guide, explaining the bay and open ocean, finding pods of dolphins, and the migration of the whales from Alaska to Mexico.”

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Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Cruise - Boarding and Timing: How the Evening Flows
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Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Cruise

City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure - A practical guide to City Cruises San Diego whale and dolphin watching
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City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure

5.City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure

City Cruises San Diego whale and dolphin watching from the bay. Gray whales in season, expert narration, and a whale check if none.

4.0

“We has a few hiccups during the trip but the good help from the staff got us thru and were able to give us options and very good results at the end like nothing had happened !! Thank you Viator for being there for us !! And making our vacation a good memory for life”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego - What the 3-hour cruise actually feels like
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Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego

6.Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego

A small 22-foot whale and dolphin cruise from Mission Bay with life jackets and windbreakers, aiming for close wildlife sightings.

5.0

“What an amazing experience! We saw hundreds of dolphins and many humpback whales. Captain Alysa was very professional and friendly. If you are considering a whale watching tour in San Diego I suggest you stop looking and book immediately.”

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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise - Open ocean whale watching: what you might spot and what to expect at distance
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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise

7.San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise

3-hour San Diego whale watching cruise from Quivira Rd with sea lions, dolphins, and marine naturalist talks for $34 per person.

4.5

“Hopefully someday I will actually get to go, I must of accidentally booked a month early. We live in Montana so not much I can do about it.🤨”

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Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego - The captain’s job: turning spotting into a real search
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Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego

8.Private Family Whale & Dolphin Adventure in San Diego

Private 3-hour whale and dolphin boat adventure off San Diego with a USCG-certified captain, enclosed cabin, tower views, and family-only access.

4.5

“Incredible! The dolphins and the whales were breathtaking! Captain was so knowledgeable and gave us every opportunity to enjoy the marine life around us.”

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San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel - Stop 1 in San Diego Bay: boarding at H&M Landing (2803 Emerson St)
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San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel

3-Hour Guided Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in San Diego - What You’re Actually Looking For: Whales, Dolphins, Sea Lions, and More
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3-Hour Guided Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in San Diego

10.3-Hour Guided Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in San Diego

Small-group zodiac whale and dolphin watch from San Diego’s Harbor Island, 3 hours of wildlife spotting with life jackets and cold-weather prep.

4.5

“Captain Chris was great! He worked hard to try to locate some whales. Last minute we were able to see a great whale and a pod of dolphins. These boats are surprisingly smooth. We didnt get wet at all. Great experience!!”

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San Diego: Luxury Year-round Whale Watching & Dolphin Tour - The Peregrine 82-foot speedboat: comfort, stabilizers, and real deck time
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San Diego: Luxury Year-round Whale Watching & Dolphin Tour

San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speedboat Tour - The 3-hour speedboat ride: how the route works in practice
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San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speedboat Tour

Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego Speedboat Tour - The main search: offshore waters up to 12 miles out
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Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego Speedboat Tour

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