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San Diego Whale Watch

Experience the ocean like never before on our whale watching tours!

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Daytime Whale Watching Tour

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Book with us for an unforgettable 3-hour whale-watching tour in San Diego. Our dock is closer to the ocean than many competitors! 

Trip Highlights:

  • A Marine Naturalist On Every Tour
  • Photo & Drone Packages Available
  • Indoor & Outdoor Seating
  • Snack & Beverage Bar
  • Restrooms Available
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  • All Ages
  • 2.5 - 3 Hours
  • May - November

Public Tours & Kayak Rentals

Whale Watching Boat Charters

Embark on an exclusive adventure with our private charter, reserved solely for your group. Enjoy unforgettable wildlife encounters and create lasting memories. Our charter provides a captain, crew, optional naturalist guides, a snack bar, and restrooms, accommodating up to 149 guests.

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Close Encounter with a Majestic Whale on a Sunny Ocean Adventure

Whale Watching Field Trips

San Diego Whale Watch uses the Pacific Ocean to educate youth on its rich marine life. Our program includes lessons on whale and dolphin biology, migration, social behavior, and conservation, aiming to deepen understanding and encourage protection of these magnificent creatures.

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Why San Diego Whale Watch?

Our purpose at San Diego Whale Watch is simple:  To give everyone an opportunity to experience the magic of the ocean and inspire them to become champions of our Earth.

We began as the first year-round whale watching company on the San Diego coast, with the mission of bringing people and the oceanic wildlife together throughout the year. The residents of Southern California are familiar with the Gray Whale migration that can be witnessed here during the winter months. Very few are aware of visitations from Blue Whales, the largest animals on the planet, during the summertime!

Today, we aim to accomplish our purpose by revealing the phenomenal side of nature through spectacular whale watching adventures and memorable educational experiences.

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Join Our Top-Rated San Diego Whale Watching Tours!

San Diego Whale Watch
So Fun!

We saw a LOT of common dolphins and some babies swimming alongside the boat and saw about 8 rare Blue whales! So amazing!! I took my own photos and video and also bought the professional photos which were incredible and a great price and helps support the crew! The tour was wonderful and so worth it!

– Elizabeth L. • Tripadvisor
San Diego Whale Watch
Awesome Adventure

We had an excellent adventure. Too numerous to count, playful common dolphins. Very enjoyable. The highlight was the sighting for the seasons first Blue whale. We stayed in the area and was able to sight it 4 times after it fed before returning to the bay. Highly recommend!

– Renee W. • Tripadvisor
San Diego Whale Watch
Unforgettable

The crew was amazing! They were very knowledgeable and friendly, and they made sure we had a great experience. We were lucky enough to see a fin whale multiple times, and on the way out, we saw a dolphin show. It was an unforgettable trip!

– Tiffany N. • Tripadvisor
San Diego Whale Watch
Highly Recommend

It was a beautiful day! The crew was amazingly informative and helpful! We saw some rare sightings of marine life. I think it was a green turtle that we saw floating on the surface. We saw so many dolphins! The boat was clean and well maintained. I recommend San Diego Whale Watching!

– Alan K. • Tripadvisor
San Diego Whale Watch
We Loved It!

Had a great experience. We saw 6 or 7 whales and a bunch of dolphins. The boat was really nice and clean and the staff were great. They had a lot of options for snacks and some food on board if you wanted to purchase it. Definitely would recommend them.

– Paul S. • Tripadvisor

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