Why choose this Dana Point tour ?

A fast and fun wildlife adventure awaits your family aboard our zodiac-style vessels (rigid inflatable boats). This cruise of up to 20 passengers gives you a thrilling 2-hour look at Southern California’s year-round whales and dolphins. With speeds of 30 knots or more, you’ll spend less time looking for animals and more time enjoying them! Your zodiac adventure will have you incredibly close to the ocean’s surface and within arm’s reach of wildlife. At the conclusion of your cruise, you’ll receive one of Mrs. Capt. Dave’s famously delicious Triple Fudge Brownies. (Some folks love the brownies more than the whales!)

We are a certified Responsible Whale Watching partner with the World Cetacean Alliance located in Dana Point, CA, the Dolphin and Whale Capital of the World®, and the first Whale Heritage Site in the Americas.



Make the most of your Dana Point adventure

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum age is 6 years
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • You may encounter occasional ocean spray
  • No over-sized bags or coolers please.


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Zodiac Safari
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    2-hour Zodiac Adventure Safari

High Speed Zodiac Whale Watching Safari from Dana Point Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • U.S. Coast Guard inspected and certified vessel
  • Cetacean Declaration – Join us again for free within one calendar year if you don’t see any dolphins or whales
  • Live commentary on board
  • Licensed Captain and professional crew member

Not Included

  • Food and drinks (available to purchase at check-in)

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Special Instructions:

    Please check in 45 minutes before trip time. Public parking is free and first-come, first-served.
    IMPORTANT: Please allow ample time to arrive and check-in. Unfortunately, we cannot delay the boat’s departure nor rebook you on another trip if you are late.
    • Minimum age is 6 years old.
    • Participants with head, neck, or back problems or other serious medical conditions and pregnant women are not allowed.

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at America/Los_Angeles.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
  • This Tour is Rated 4.5 Stars based on 275 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.