San Diego
The whale trips: gray whales migrating past all winter, blue whales feeding offshore in summer and dolphin pods running to the hundreds. Few coasts offer whales essentially year round; this one does.
Experience San Diego’s marine life on a 4-hour sailing whale watching cruise aboard a historic schooner, with expert guides and whale sighting guarantees.
Most Popular“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.”
Discover San Diego’s marine life with a 2-3 hour whale-watching tour. Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions with expert guides from Mission Bay.
“Great experience! Saw tons of dolphins and a gray whale!! Crew were very knowledgeable and helpful in finding the creatures!”
Experience San Diego's marine life on a 3.5-hour whale watching tour with expert guides, stunning views, and a chance to see gray whales and dolphins.
“We lucked out and went on a clear January morning. Saw many whales and a huge pod of dolphins.”
Experience San Diego's wildlife up close with a 3-hour whale and dolphin cruise. Expert guides, scenic views, and family-friendly fun await.
“We really enjoyed the 3-hour tour. We saw many dolphins and a gray whale. We appreciated the info that Greg shared along the way. Everyone on the ship was very friendly. Venessa was so sweet, offering answers to questions and ensuring everyone was comfortable.”
Experience San Diego's marine wildlife with a 4-hour whale and dolphin cruise. Sightings, expert guides, and stunning coastal views await.
“Unfortunately we didn’t see any whales - not even dolphins 😓 but it was great to receive a “whale check” to come back another time and go on the tour again & have another chance to see 🐳 and/or 🐬 - thank you for that…”
Experience the thrill of whale and dolphin sightings on a 4-hour San Diego boat tour. Learn about marine life with expert guides, spotting whales, seals, and seabirds.
“We followed a gray whale for a little over an hour and got to see the spout spray and tail fin. Also rode along beside a pod of dolphin which was amazing. Knowledgeable and friendly crew. Would highly recommend!”
Discover San Diego’s marine wonders on a 3-hour whale watching cruise. Spot whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds aboard a modern boat with indoor and outdoor seating.
“One of the most amazing experiences of our lives. We saw 4 humpback whales migrating down from the Arctic to the shallow waters of Mexico. Incredible, and the volunteers on board were great too!”
Experience intimate whale and dolphin watching in San Diego with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and a personalized small-group adventure.
“This tour was awesome- highly recommend a small boat tour and our captain was excellent. We saw gray whales, dolphins and sea lions.”
Experience up-close marine wildlife on San Diego’s Legacy whale watching tour. See whales, dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds in a relaxed 3-hour adventure.
“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.”
Discover San Diego’s marine wildlife on a 3.5-hour whale and dolphin cruise aboard a luxury vessel, guided by expert naturalists for an unforgettable experience.
“The boat was clean and comfortable and the two captains and the naturalist were all very friendly, informative, and professional. Although we did not see any whales, we saw two incredibly beautiful large pods of dolphins, one each of two different species. They swam all…”
Experience San Diego’s marine wildlife on a 3-hour small-group boat tour. Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions with expert guides from $139.
“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…”
Spend 4 hours on a comfortable yacht in San Diego, spotting whales, dolphins, and sea lions. Enjoy complimentary snacks, expert guides, and stunning ocean views.
“We saw a couple of humpbacks and seals”
Discover San Diego’s haunted history on the guided night tour of the Whaley House—an engaging mix of spooky tales, history, and authentic charm for around $19.
“The Whaley House tour was a fascinating and slightly spooky experience! Hunny, our guide, was fantastic. He was incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the house and the Whaley family, sharing intriguing details and captivating stories. His enthusiasm and engaging storytelling really brought the house…”
Experience San Diego's stunning marine life with a 3.5-hour luxury whale watching tour aboard the Peregrine, with expert guides and a sighting guarantee.
“Staff members were super nice, the boat tour was great and we have seen three grey whales and a lot of dolphins!”
Discover San Diego’s historic Whaley House with a self-guided tour for $14, exploring early California history and ghostly legends in around 30 minutes.
“Great guide! Gave us all the details and had an answer to every question. I went mid-morning and the house was empty aside from one other guest, great experience.”
Sea caves, sails and a zoo that set the standard, all in shirtsleeve weather.