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Dolphin & Whale Watching Sunset Cruise
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Dolphin & Whale Watching Sunset Cruise
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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2 to 30 minutes (approx.)
Offered in: English
Overview
Enjoy a classic San Diego sunset while spotting whales and dolphins during this wildlife cruise in Mission Bay Park. Travel comfortably on a well-equipped boat with a dedicated and knowledgeable crew. Learn about San Diego's coastal marine mammals as you scan the harbor. Watch the sun set while sailing the shore.
- A sunset whale and dolphin watching tour in San Diego
- Ideal for couples and families, tours include a panoramic sunset experience
- Listen to facts and stories about whales and dolphins while you sail
- Get a chance to see coastal California's marine mammals in person
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What's Included
Certified Guide
Alcoholic Beverages
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Departure & Return
1617 Quivira Rd , 1617 Quivira Rd, San Diego, CA 92109, USA
This activity will end right where it started.Our ticket / check-in booth address is 1617 Quivira Road, San Diego, CA 92109. It is a small grey booth with a blue awning between H2O rentals and the Fish & Chips shop facing the marina. Click the link for our exact check in location https://goo.gl/maps/2hJEu6fC3pR2
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum Drinking age is 21 Years
- Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your departure time
- Kids Go Free October: If you have more than one child traveling per adult, please pay operator directly for additional children at time of travel
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 140 travelers
- OPERATED BY San Diego Whale Watching LLC
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Learn more about cancellations.
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Many dolphins little chance of seeing whales
Mohamed_I
, Jun 2022
My excursion was...
Angela_H
, Jun 2022
Worth it
Shekhar_M
, Jun 2022
Absolutely phenomenal
Tamara_W
, Jun 2022
Great experience
Angelika_M
, Jun 2022
We booked the sunset cruise it was canceled but we were able to reschedule for the earlier time the same day. It is definitely cooler out on the ocean and with the sea spray it can get quite chilly. The water was so choppy I didn’t think we would be able to see anything. But we did see a couple of dolphins and a blue whale. It was awesome. I’m so glad we took Dramamine because a few people did get sick.
We will be back when our friends come in from Indiana.
Great fun
Cathleen_F
, May 2022
Dolphins
Christine_D
, May 2022
Great boat adventure.
Adam_M
, May 2022
5/10
Anitra_M
, May 2022
Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales or dolphins. That's understandable and I know the crew can't control that. What could help is if there was some type of narration as we're further out in the water, along with perhaps music. It was a long trip out and between the silence and nausea; this wasn't enjoyable.
Amazing Experience
lily_t
, Apr 2022
Fun
Pedro_S
, Jan 2022
Not as described
Quentessa_S
, Jan 2022
Absolutely beautiful
Jo_W
, Aug 2021
Fantastic!
Linda_H
, Aug 2021
Really enjoyable experience!
Christopher_B
, Aug 2021
Missed the boat due to poor communication.
Linda_N
, Aug 2021
We didn't get to do the cruise because the boat left without us. We checked in early but were not given clear instructions where to wait. There was a sign that said "Whale watching wait here," so that is where we stood. Come to find out that sign was for a different company, so we were in the wrong line and our boat left without us. We complained to the operator in the booth and told him he did not make it clear to us where the correct line was. He said he would refund our money, but I haven't received the refund yet. The company did put us on a complimentary sunset harbor cruise that left later in the evening. The harbor cruise was nice, but we were still frustrated we didn't get to go whale watching.
Very informative
Jerrett_W
, Aug 2021
Nice one time experience
DANIA_m
, Aug 2021
We only saw one whale and it was a baby, there is a bunch of dolphins everywhere like thousands of them so that was pretty cool. The trip itself is way too long for just seeing a bunch of dolphins and it was really cold and you'll definitely get seasick. The staff was super nice and knowledgeable.
Amazing
Marlvina_O
, Jul 2021
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