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San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise
Witness nature first-hand as you relax and enjoy this incredible San Diego whale and dolphin watching cruise. Sail the open ocean on a comfortable yacht to see pods of dolphins, sea lions and the magnificent California gray whales on their annual journey from the Arctic to California's Baja Coast.
Enjoy the best sightseeing on the San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated tour of San Diego's whale-watching hot spots. Join us on the water as we search for Gray Whales (winter), Blue Whales (Summer), Minke Whales, Fin Whales, dolphins, sea lions, marine birds and much more!
As we cruise, we’ll see up-close views of the bay's wildlife as well as iconic landmarks from a new perspective. Onboard our staff will provide live narration and details about the aquatic life and landmarks we pass for a truly memorable experience. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture all the sights in photos and video.
If some type of whale is not sighted on your whale watching cruise, you will receive a pass good to return for a Whale Watching Cruise or Harbor Cruise from City Cruises San Diego.
Winter Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruises
December 10 - April 16 ( Twice daily)
Morning Cruise
BOARD: 9:15am | CRUISE: 9:30am - 1:00pm
Afternoon Cruise
BOARD: 1:15pm | CRUISE: 1:30pm - 5:00pm
Summer Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure Cruise
June 24 – September 5 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday only)
BOARD: 8:45am | CRUISE: 9:00am – 1:00pm
Experience Includes
- Four-hour Whale Watching cruise on the San Diego Bay
- Spectacular views of the city skyline and local landmarks, including whales, dolphins, sea lions and marine birds
- Unmatched photo and video opportunities
- Up-close views and educational moments by expert captains and volunteer naturalists from the San Diego Natural History Museum
- Food and beverage are available for purchase onboard
Experience Excludes
- Optional gratuities
- Binoculars - these are available to rent on board for $5.00
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Terms & Conditions
- All guests ages 12 and up must present proof of vaccination to board all vessels.
- Guests younger than 12 years of age do not need to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test result, but are required to wear face masks while cruising, except while eating and drinking while stationary. Masks may be removed while on outdoor deck spaces so long as guests are able to maintain at least 6 feet of distance from others.
- All guests must wear face masks on board when moving around the vessel.
- No outside food or beverage is allowed onboard the yacht. There is a snack bar with adult beverages, soft drinks, hot and cold snacks, plus souvenirs available on board for purchases.
- Boarding starts 15 minutes before the cruise departure time. You must arrive before the schedule departure time as the cruise will not wait for latecomers.
- Infants aged 3 and under go free, however please advise they are travelling at time of booking.
- As this is a natural experience, whale sightings cannot be guaranteed. On the rare occasion that whales are not seen, you will be given a 'whale check' that is good to use on another whale watching cruise or San Diego harbour cruise.
- Cancellation Policy: Free cancellations for bookings cancelled prior to your holiday departure date. No refunds are given for cancellations made post departure.
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