SAN DIEGO · DOLPHIN TOURS
The trips that actually find the pods.
The 11 san diego dolphin tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where you go to find the pods, how long you stay out, who runs the boat, and what a seat on deck costs.
San Diego Mission Bay sunset cruise to spot whales and dolphins with a certified guide, plus scenic sailing and onboard facts. From $71.
Most Popular“Saw whales and a school of dolphins! Excellent and knowledgeable crew. Awesome weather for Whale watching.”
4-hour whale and dolphin cruise from San Diego Harbor with Natural History Museum narration, standout wildlife, and a guaranteed sighting or voucher.
“Despite the COLD, and lack of available top-deck chairs to sit in, it was an enjoyable trip. Capt. Rick was entertaining and did a great job of pointing out things to see, esp. the whales! He was able to get us close enough to a pod of 3 whales spotted by other boats that we…”
Spot gray whales when they migrate through San Diego, plus dolphins and sea lions, with expert captain narration and Natural History Museum volunteers.
“Had a great experience! Captain Rick was wonderful at finding whales that we could view. The Fin Whales came up close to the boat and we were able to stay and see them for a good amount of time. Fully enjoyed it and we will do it again.”
Small-boat whale and dolphin watching from Mission Bay with USCG life jackets and windbreakers, led by expert captains.
“It was an amazing experience. Alyssa was great. We would definitely recommend and do again in a heartbeat”
Private family whale and dolphin watching in San Diego on a small charter boat with an enclosed cabin, observation tower, and a USCG-certified captain.
“We loved seeing a juvenile grey whale and it was so exciting! It was great sitting up high looking for marine life. We had a great time!”
San Diego sunset cruise for dolphins and whales with a live naturalist. Spot breaching whales, playful pods, then watch dusk.
“It was one of the best experience to have in San Diego. The organizers were kind, knowledgeable, organized and timely. We saw dolphins around our boat and a humpback whale too. Had a lot of fun.”
Step aboard Peregrine in San Diego for a 3.5-hour whale and dolphin cruise with onboard narration, A/C comfort, and smooth stabilizers.
“Being in the water alone would have been a great way to spend a day but seeing all the dolphins and a whale was even better. The crew were nice and knowledgeable.”
A 3-hour San Diego whale and dolphin watch in a small group Zodiac, led by expert captains, with warm-layer advice and real ocean searching.
“Amazing experience, saw a whale and lots of dolphins. The team was very nice and knowledgeable. The people with us were a nice family who we had pleasant Interactions with .”
Ride the Peregrine from Point Loma for year-round whale and dolphin watching, expert narration, snacks, and a whale guarantee.
“Excellent had the best day 🤩 staff were very informative & friendly”
San Diego whale and dolphin spotting by fast Zodiac RIB from Seaforth Marina, with marine biologists, small group access, and seasonal whales.
“Ganz toller Ausflug - mit mega nettem Team. Wir waren nur zu 3. und hatten das unfassbare Glück nach rund 55 Minuten auf eine Gruppe Orcas zu stoßen, die uns 90 Minuten begleitet hatten”
A small-group speedboat Zodiac tour from Mission Bay to spot gray, blue, and humpback whales plus dolphins off San Diego.
“Had an amazing time! Very cool views, got to see tons of cool sea life! The dolphins love to swim next to the boat and it’s really cool to watch.”
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