San Diego Summer Whale and Dolphin Cruise

Highlights

  • -Opportunity to spot whales, dolphins, sea lions and marine birds

  • -Professional live narration on marine life from our expert captains and volunteer naturalists called

  • -An exclusive look at local environmental efforts

  • -Snack bars featuring hot food, full bar and souvenirs for purchase

  • -Spacious sun deck seating with tons of rail space all around the ship for great viewing

Summary

If you love whales, dolphins, sea lions & sea birds, hop on board for an unforgettable adventure! Speed out to sea on a comfortable yacht with indoor and outdoor seating, on-board experts from The San Diego Natural History Museum and a fully-stocked snack bar. 

Tour info

Duration
4 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point

970 N Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA, 92101

Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

San Diego is one of the best locations to watch whales year-round! You'll head out of the bay into the open ocean on board a large boat to look for the whales on the surface of the water. In summer, the legendary Blue Whales - the largest animals on Earth - and Humpback Whales commonly feed off-shore of the San Diego coast. We also often spot Minke Whales, Fin Whales, and large pods of Dolphins. Occasionally we even see Pilot Whales, False Killer Whales , Sperm Whales and Killer Whales on our cruises!  Featuring professional live narration on marine life from our expert captains and volunteer naturalists from the San Diego Natural History Museum

This cruise is currently only offering outdoor seating options only. We are fortunate to have beautiful outdoor decks that are available for sightseeing on San Diego Bay.  Food and beverage service will be available at outdoor tables. Access to the outer decks is by stairs only and you will have access to restrooms. We have great weather on the bay right now, we would just recommend you bring a hat, light sweater or jacket and of course your shades! 

What’s included?

  • -4 hour Whale Watching excursion in San Diego

  • -Comfortable outdoor seating

  • -Informative narration on whales and migration

  • -Opportunity to spot whales, sea lions, dolphins and more

  • -Spacious sun deck seating with tons of rail space all around the ship for great viewing

  • -Port and Service Fees

  • -Local taxes

  • -Food and drinks (available to purchase onboard)

  • -Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

  • -Children 3 and younger are complimentary.

  • -Please note that this tour has 1 departure time throughout the day.

  • -This activity is wheelchair accessible.

Before you go

  • -No outside food or beverages

  • -Boarding is 15 minutes prior to the departure time.

  • -Guests are required to wear masks/face coverings when on board as they are interacting with others who are not members of their household.

  • -Cloth face coverings are not required under on young children under age 2, and anyone who has trouble breathing

Covid Policy

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms

Covid-19 Safety Precautions: -Face masks required for travelers in public areas -Face masks required for guides in public areas -Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff -Social distancing enforced throughout experience -Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas Gear/equipment sanitized between use -Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized -Guides required to regularly wash hands -Temperature checks for travelers upon arrivalGuests are required to wear masks/face coverings when on board and as they are interacting with others who are not members of their household/party. Masks/face coverings are not required while seated. Masks/face coverings are not required on children under the age of two and anyone who cannot medically tolerate the mask/face covering.

About operator:

City Cruises, one of two sub-brands under City Experiences’ expansive portfolio of water- and land-based experience companies, operate dining, sightseeing and private events across 22 destinations in the U.S., Canada and the UK.