San Diego is one of the best locations to watch whales year-round. Gray Whales migrate winter-spring from Alaskan waters to calving lagoons in Baja California. In summer, the legendary Blue Whales commonly feed off-shore of the San Diego coast.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
- Go on a 3.5- or 4-hour whale watching cruise and enjoy views of famous San Diego landmarks
- Take the opportunity to spot sea lions, dolphins, and harbor seals
- Enjoy year-round whale watching as Gray Whales migrate during the winter months and Blue Whales migrate in the summer
- Learn about marine life from expert captains and whalers and get an exclusive look at local environmental efforts
- 3.5- or 4-hour whale watching cruise
- Outdoor and indoor seating
- Narration and video documentary
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks (available for purchase)
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Prepare for the activity
Your cruise departs from the San Diego Harbor. Please check in at 970 North Harbor Drive, 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.
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- Coast Guard regulations require a photo ID upon boarding
- Note that the access to outer decks is via stairs only, this cruise is temporarily not wheelchair accessible due to outdoor seating restrictions