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

“Amazing day! Crew were very knowledgeable and friendly. The boat (the America) was immaculate. We were fortunate enough to see 3 whales! They provided snacks and sodas/water during our 4 hour sail. Definitely bring layers, as it was brisk on the ocean.”

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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

“What an amazing experience. We saw 2 Grey Whales and several pods of dolphins throughout our cruise. The weather was perfect and the staff were very accommodating. I highly recommend this cruise.”

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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

“Great crew, boat and easy to get to loading and unloading area. The weather also cooperated which was a bonus”

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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

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

“Amazing. Captain was very knowledgeable and she allowed us to just chill and enjoy. Didn’t talk too much. We’re a bit antisocial so it was nice lol.”

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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

“Excellent trip with interesting information about different whale and dolphin species and habits. Sue from the Natural History Museum was very good at explaining things to the younger audience. So lucky to see a hump back whale.”

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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

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

“Unfortunately we were unable to find a whale but it was a blast. The boat was a 6 seater zodiac which in itself was fun. We did see a dolphin and many sea lions close up. The captain, Kyle, was informative and humorous. I highly recommend”

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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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