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Dana Point offers the best whale watching on the West Coast! Keep your eyes open and you may spy a dolphin or two.

A view of Dana Point the bluffs above.

Kayaking & Rowing, Saturdays and Sundays at the Youth & Group Facility

Whale Watching Excursions

See why Dana Point is the “Whale Capital of the West!” Most excursions are 2-3 hours long. Reservations recommended.

Please note: prices below are subject to change.

Dana Wharf Whale Watching 
(800) 979-3370
www.danawharf.com
Check our schedule and BUY on-line Or call 800-979-3370. Dana Point's first whale watching tour company will take you out to see California Gray Whales in their natural environment. Fun for all ages and we guarantee whale or dolphin sightings or ride again free. Prices: adults - $29.00, senior and military - $24.00, children 3-12 years - $19.00, children 2 and under are free. During the Festival of the Whales weekends, Dana Wharf invites you to experience their new catamaran, the 63-foot OCean Adventure. This beautiful new vessel offers three-hour whale watching and sea life adventure trips. This unique trip will feature a naturalist who will give you a one-on-one experience. Special engagement prices: adults - $69, children 7-12 years old - $52, and children 3-6 years old - $25, children 2 and under are free. These special engagements are offered at 11am and at 2:15pm.

Dana Island Yacht Charters
(949) 248-7400
www.danapointwhalewatching.com  
Come "sail with the whales"! No more than 6 passengers will be aboard each of our large and luxurious motored Sailboats. Smaller group sizes offer more comfort & privacy. Cost is $35 per person for a 2 hour trip. Special offer - mention this ad and you can reserve a private tour for only $180. A $30 savings!

Ocean Institute Whale Watching Cruises  
(949) 496-2274 
www.ocean-institute.org
Journey to sea with Ocean Institute naturalists and they’ll introduce you to the local marine wildlife including microscopic plankton and the animals that live in sediment retrieved from the ocean floor. Encounter a pod of playful dolphin or witness the majesty of a traveling whale. Discover the amazing life that lives just beneath the waves in this 2 ½ hour cruise! Cruise times are 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 1:30 to 4:00 PM. Members: $22/adult and $19/child (4-12yrs) Non-Members: $35/adult and $22/child (4-12yrs)

Capt. Dave’s Whale & Dolphin Safari
(949) 488-2828
www.dolphinsafari.com
See, hear, and talk to the whales aboard one of our sailing catamarans with underwater hydrophone, experienced naturalists and homemade brownies. Dana Point's first year-round dolphin & whale watching company offering daily trips. $49 adults, $35 kids under 12. 2 ½ fun-filled hours. Mention Festival of Whales for a $5 discount per person.

Media Note:  Full-color digital images are available online.  Should you have a reporter or staff photographer interested in a whale watching excursion or interview with a Festival of Whales spokesperson, please contact Penny Elia at 949-499-4499 to schedule an excursion or obtain additional information.