Feel like you need a little more porpoise in your life? If you answered "No, I want to see whales and dolphins," then this is the sea-faring safari for you! You'll set sail on high-tech catamarans, in search of some of the year-round dolphins and whales famous for populating the waters off of Dana Point.
What could you see? December through May the annual migration of Gray Whales between the waters off Alaska and the lagoons of Baja, CA takes place. In the months between May and November Blue Whales, the largest animal on earth, can be seen. And throughout the year Fin Whales, Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, and occasionally Orcas visit. Rare whales that could be seen at any time include Bryde's Whales, Sei Whales, Sperm Whales, Pilot Whales, and False Killer Whales. And playful dolphins, some in mega-pods of up to 10,000, are seen off Dana Point all year round too!
Only aboard the catamaran Manute'a can you see dolphins underwater, without getting wet, in our Eye-to-Eye Underwater Viewing Pods. Capt. Dave's original catamaran DolphinSafari is so close to the water that it's like viewing dolphins and whales from a kayak. Both boats feature our Eye-Spy Dolphin Nets to give you a really up close encounter! Lily, our luxury power catamaran, features cushioned bow seating, upper deck with wind and sun protection, and a beautifully appointed interior.
Mrs. Captain Dave's yummy triple fudge brownies are served as a special treat on all trips. Along the way, naturalists will treat you with insights about how these amazing creatures live and play. It's going to be a whale of a good time!
Note: When booking, please specify all guest names. These are adult tickets ages 13+. Click here to purchase tickets for children ages 1-12.
Dolphin & Whale Signature Safari (Adults 13+)
What to expect
- Embark on a dolphin and whale watching adventure that gives you an up-close and personal view of the marine life
- Observe dolphins and whales in their natural environment with vessel features specially designed by Captain Dave
- Learn about the behaviors of these underwater creatures from professional naturalists
- Enjoy an intimate look at a surreal underwater world aboard advanced, eco-friendly catamarans
Booking Calendar
Date | Start Time | Duration | # Spots | Price |
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Mon, Mar 1 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 2 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 2 | 12:00pm | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 3 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 3 | 12:00pm | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Mar 4 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Mar 5 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 8 | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 6 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 6 | 9:30am | 2.5 hours | 4 | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 7 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 7 | 9:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 7 | 12:00pm | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Mar 8 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 9 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 9 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 10 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Mar 11 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Mar 12 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Mar 12 | 11:59pm | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 13 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 14 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Mon, Mar 15 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 16 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 17 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Mar 18 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Mar 19 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 20 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 20 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 21 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 21 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Mar 22 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 6 | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 23 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 24 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 8 | $65.00 |
Thu, Mar 25 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Mar 26 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 27 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Mar 27 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 28 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Mar 28 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Mar 29 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Mar 30 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Mar 31 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Apr 1 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Apr 2 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 3 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 3 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Apr 5 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Apr 6 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Apr 7 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Apr 8 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Apr 9 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 10 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 10 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 11 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 11 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Apr 12 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Apr 13 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Apr 14 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Apr 15 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Apr 16 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 17 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 17 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 18 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 18 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Apr 19 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Apr 20 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Apr 21 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Apr 23 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 24 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, Apr 24 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 25 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, Apr 25 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Mon, Apr 26 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, Apr 27 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, Apr 28 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, Apr 29 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, Apr 30 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, May 1 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, May 2 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, May 4 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, May 5 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, May 6 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, May 7 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, May 8 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, May 9 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Mon, May 10 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, May 11 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, May 12 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, May 13 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, May 13 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Fri, May 14 | 9:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, May 14 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 0 | $65.00 |
Sat, May 15 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, May 16 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Mon, May 17 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, May 18 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, May 19 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, May 20 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, May 21 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, May 22 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sun, May 23 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Mon, May 24 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Tue, May 25 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Wed, May 26 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Thu, May 27 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Fri, May 28 | 10:30am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
Sat, May 29 | 8:00am | 2.5 hours | 10+ | $65.00 |
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Key Highlights
Price | $65.00 per guest |
Duration / Session | 2.5 hours |
# Sessions | 1 |
Rating | 2 positive reviews |
Cancellation Policy
There are no refunds; all sales are final
Reviews
(out of 2 votes)
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Charles A.
Dolphin & Whale Signature Safari (Adults 13+) October 5, 2019Best part was getting to see what seemed like hundreds of dolphins. You cannot really appreciate what dolphins can do if you only see them in constrained environments like Seaworld.
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Darryl T.
Dolphin & Whale Signature Safari (Adults 13+) February 5, 2021Did not leave comment