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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Maureen_p
Sep 30, 2024
A Great Dolphin Experience - We were not lucky enough to see any whales but the Dolphins more than made up for it! We followed a large pod and took plenty of photos.
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Dave_n
Sep 30, 2024
Great experience - Although we didn’t see any whales, it was great to see dolphins swimming alongside the boat. Enjoyable afternoon on the sea
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Emma_w
Sep 29, 2024
Professional, knowledgeable guide and great fun - Incredible day with a very knowledgeable guide. We saw 7 pods of dolphins and a humpback whale! Would highly recommend. Was my favourite thing I did in San Diego.
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Davery6791ly
Sep 22, 2024
Great Adventure! - Excellent! The staff were friendly, knowledgeable and have a real enthusiasm for what they do. Although we did not see any whales, we did see a ‘dolphin stampede’ which was awesome!
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Chuck_m
Sep 21, 2024
Dolphins having fun - When we thought all was lost they found us a pod of dolphins. It reads amazing and created the memory that I wanted to create for my girlfriend and I. Thanks!!
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Darius_d
Sep 20, 2024
Great experience - Love ❤️ the dolphins 🐬 very well deserved I had so much fun l love San Diego my second home 🏠 best zoo. Around thank you 🙏🏿
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Erika_l
Sep 16, 2024
Beautiful ride - We didn’t see any whales, but we saw two pods of different types of dolphins. It was one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen. The crew were fantastic and the guide was very knowledgeable about the different animals we saw. Plus it was fun being out on the ocean. Definitely recommend.
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Dale_s
Sep 16, 2024
Great trip!! - It was a terrific adventure! No whales this time of year, but short nosed dolphins, which are adorable, by the hu deeds! They zoomed along in huge numbers alongside our boat for almost an hour! Fabulous! Our naturalist had a great voice and microphone and told us everything about them! Thank you Viator!
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Tsolmon_l
Sep 15, 2024
great experience - Relaxing ride great views, and seeing dolphins up close, even if you do not get to see a whale. Friendly and knowledgeable crew, would go again
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Maritza_n
Sep 20, 2024
Good - See the dolphins and enjoy the boat ride great experience. Will recommend my friend's. Took pictures
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From $71
up to 15 guests
1 Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).