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San Diego Whale Watching Tour
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San Diego Whale Watching Tour
Free cancellation
Up to 24 hours in advance. Learn more
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
- 24 hours prior100% refund
- Within 24 hoursNo refund
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.
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Safety measures
Keeping you safe during COVID-19
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
Safety precautions are provided by the tour operator and are not checked by Viator for accuracy
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(888) 651-9785
3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overview
Encounter some of Earth's most magnificent creatures on a 3-hour whale-watching cruise in San Diego. The voyage departs right from Mission Bay, so you’ll be out into the open ocean and looking for animals in just 10 short minutes. Marine biologists onboard help you spot whales and dolphins and learn about their life in the deep blue sea.
- Venture out into the open ocean on a San Diego whale-watching cruise
- See whales, dolphins, and other marine life in their natural environment
- Boat captain and onboard biologists know the best places to look for wildlife
- Cruise across scenic Mission Bay with a convenient departure point
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What's Included
Marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect.
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 is a small grey booth with a blue awning between H2O rentals and the Fish & Chips shop facing the marina. [Click this 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
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during San Diego Whale Watching Tour ?
A:The policy on face masks and attendee health is:
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during San Diego Whale Watching Tour ?
A:The policies on sanitization are:
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during San Diego Whale Watching Tour ?
A:The policies on staff health & safety are:
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
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Reviews
4.5
742 Reviews
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4 stars
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Whale of a Time
Gilbert_H
, Jul 2022
Once in a lifetime experience!
Elizabeth_R
, Jun 2022
Beauty of the ocean
Avery_A
, Jun 2022
So Much Fun
David_L
, Jun 2022
Louisiana Whale watchers
christina_s
, Jun 2022
Great time saw so many dolphins. Nice day.
Ronald_M
, Jun 2022
Amazing
Kristy_M
, Jun 2022
Best memory of my short...
RACHEL_B
, Jun 2022
Awesome whale watching at its finest
Bert_C
, Jun 2022
Fun
william_D
, Jun 2022
Great trip, fun and caring crew.
Lauren_C
, Jun 2022
Great experience. The crew was pleasant and went out of their way to ensure all guests were taken care of and enjoying the experience. We saw a large pod of dolphins and also a few blue whales.
Unfortunately, my family experienced some sea sickness of the trip. The crew was extra helpful in getting them through that and ensuring they were comfortable. It was a really great trip and I wouldn’t hesitate to do it again.
Mesmerizing
Sanjay_K
, Jun 2022
Just enjoying the...
Rebecca_B
, Jun 2022
nice place
LizetteRohde_M
, Jun 2022
Great experience with multiple sightings.
April_P
, May 2022
We were able to spot several pods of dolphins (3 different types), sea lions, and an ocean sun fish! Along with a bunch of different varieties of birds.
The naturalist was very knowledgeable and gave advance warning of potential sightings. They had to cancel our original day due to large swells (8’- 10’) but accommodated moving us twice and refunding half our tickets as some in our group were heading home sooner than others.
It was a great outing and a very flexible tour company. But bring some tip money… it didn’t occur to me…
Do not book it!
Alicia_D
, May 2022
I was Reminded The night before about my trip the following day, but then when I arrived at the dock I noticed the trip was cancelled which bother to company not Viator texted informed me about. They do however know what is my phone number to text me the info about my experience :-) Here it is! It was the best sunny day after a few gloomy ones and there was no justification for cancelling the trip on Memorial Day! Definitely would not use the company again.
Amazing crew!
Beth_C
, May 2022
Fun Family Event!
Minerva_A
, May 2022
We should be informed
Tatyana_S
, May 2022
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