San Diego Whale Watching: Marine Biologist Guided

Embark on an exciting whale watching adventure in San Diego with a marine biologist as your guide. Depart from Mission Bay for a short journey to the open ocean, where you can spot whales and dolphins. Learn about these magnificent creatures from the moment you set sail!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Ocean Beach - The tour will take you to the ocean without stopping
What's Included
  • Marine biologists provide live narration
Additional Information

Our trips depart from Mission Bay, which requires only a short 10 minute journey access to the open ocean where whales and dolphins can be seen! The search for whales and other animals begins as soon as you depart the dock and our marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect and what you are seeing from the get go! Typically…

Location
1617 Quivira Rd
Quivira Road
Our Ticket / check-in booth is a small grey booth between H2O rentals and the Fish & Chips shop facing the marina. [Click this link for our exact check in location](https://goo.gl/maps/2hJEu6fC3pR2)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Edwynj_b
Feb 11, 2025
Great day spotting Whales, Dolphins and Whales - We saw sea lions, dolphins and 3 whales. We were on our feet holding onto the railing for most of the trip after we were out in an area where other boats were gathered to see whales. We had to keep holding onto the railing as the waves were often strong. Almost impossible to take pictures because of having to hold onto the railing, It was a great day. Two our group have trouble with sea sickness so I took one Dramamine and my friend the regular dose of 2 tablets that we picked up at the check in or an adjacent shop. Worked well for both of us but after we got off the boat and had a meal, two of us crashed and slept for a few hours due to the Dramamine and salt water air.
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Lynn
Feb 10, 2025
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Laura
Feb 8, 2025
Birthdays are Best Spent Whale Watching! - Great crew did an excellent job with the awesome naturalist Vanessa. We found a very active nursery pod of Short-beaked Common Dolphin!
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Cindy_b
Feb 8, 2025
Great choice - From start to finish it was great Sightings of whales etc and knowledgeable staff totally recommend The staff kept looking for more whales and we found more!!
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Donna_b
Feb 2, 2025
Staff was kind. We... - Staff was kind. We didn’t see any whales but we did get a voucher for 50% off of we want to take the tour again another time that never expires.
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Sharonna_h
Feb 2, 2025
Sooo fun! - Was amazing! Got to see a whale and so many dolphins. The crew was informative and super helpful. First time on a whale watching tour and just loved it!
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Alyssa_l
Feb 1, 2025
January 2025 - Friday @ Noon - come early to find free street parking, otherwise you'll have to pay $10 to park in the lot. so so cold! wear all your parkas and thermals, it was freezing when we went out. I wish I wore mittens. We were also so lucky to find two blue grey whales swimming by as well as a hundreds of dolphins that passed by. The host/lady was also super nice, and I loved when she said random facts about the ocean, the coast, the wildlife, etc. Kept the whole thing entertaining when it was quiet while we were waiting for the whales to come out. This trip was pricier than the whale watching we did at Newport, which was a very similar experience. But I still enjoyed it overall. 10/10 recommend if you don't know what to do in SD!
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Mobailey69
Jan 25, 2025
Highly recommend this tour - The crew was very knowledgeable about all the sea life. They we so personable and attentive to all the guests. They took photos and genuinely cared about the experience.
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Edward_h
Jan 15, 2025
Five Star Crew - We had a great time. The weather was just a little chilly once we got out to international waters but it was not terrible. Oscar is one of the crew members on board, he was kind as he was knowledgeable. He was able to answer any question we threw at him. We saw 2 gray whales, a bunch of dolphins, and of course the seals on the way out! Hats off to the whole crew!!
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Meander10686216834
Jan 29, 2025
San Diego - No whales and 1 pod of dolphins. I know trip is not guaranteed, but still disappointing. The crew was friendly and knowledgeable though.
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