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Whale Watching Excursions
Please note: prices below are subject to change.
See why Dana Point is the “Whale Capital of the West!” Most excursions are 2-3 hours long. Reservations recommended.
Dana Wharf Whale Watching
(800) 979-3370 or (800) 590-9994
www.danawharf.com
Check out our schedule and BUY online http://www.zerve.com/DanaWharf/OceanAdv use a promo code FOW10 save $5 per adult fare, not valid on 8 am special. Or call 800-979-3370. Celebrate 39 years with the Originator of Whale Watching in Orange County. Take an adventure to see the California Gray Whales in their natural environment. Fun for all ages and sightings of whales or dolphins are guaranteed or come back again and ride free. Prices: Adults - $29, Senior and Military - $24, Children 3-12 years - $19, Children 2 and under are free. Back by popular demand - The Whale of a Deal at 8 am. All seats just $8 - weekends only.
Dana Wharf also invites you to experience their NEW catamaran, the 63-foot OCean Adventure. This beautiful NEW, state-of-the-art vessel with an incredibly spacious viewing deck and a full-service deli-style galley offers a 2-hour Gray Whale Voyage on the weekends with the first trip each day beginning at 11:30 after the Lecture Series ( see event schedule daily ) . This unique excursion will take you into the open waters of the Pacific and focus on locating the California Gray Whale. All trips feature a certified marine biologist for a one-on-one educational experience. It’s the perfect way to immerse yourself in the magical migration of the California Gray Whale: state-of-the-art vessel, trained educators and LOTS of fun! Prices: Adults - $39, Children 4-12 years old - $29, and Children 3 and under are free. Reservation can be made at http://www.zerve.com/DanaWharf/OceanAdv
Ocean Institute Marine Mammal Cruises
(949) 496-2274
www.ocean-institute.org
More than just a whale watch, this cruise introduces participants to whales, dolphins, and sea lions using state-of-the-art equipment including satellites, plankton nets, sediment samplers, and video microscopes. Experience these magnificent animals and learn about feeding strategies, migration, and behavior patterns. Cruise times are 10 am and 1:30 pm on Festival weekends. Member pricing is $22/adult and $19/child (4 – 12 years old). Non-member pricing is $35/adult and $22/child (4 – 12 years old). Weekend admission to the Institute is included with the cruise ticket purchase.
Capt. Dave’s Whale & Dolphin Safari
(949) 488-2828
http://www.dolphinsafari.com/
Most Unique Whale Watch in the world! Get eye-to-eye with Wild Dolphins and Whales underwater - without getting wet - in our underwater viewing Pod onboard our Hi-Speed, Hi-tech, Sailing Catamaran. Only 49 passengers - never crowded. You can also hear Dolphins and Whales underwater with our Research Quality Hydrophone. Onboard Micro whale and Dolphin Museum. Daily year-round trips. Front of boat is low to the water to get you close to the animals. You can get within arm’s reach of huge, wild dolphin herds. Experienced marine naturalists on every trip, every day, including award winning wildlife filmmaker Capt. Dave Anderson who will explain how these animals live and will engage passengers in unique face-to-face, Q and A session on the way back to the dock. Mrs.. Capt. Dave’s triple fudge brownies are served free on every Safari. And, all our trips out on the open ocean are broadcast LIVE on WhaleWatchingTV.com, so you can actually say hi to family and friends live while you are out with the whales and dolphins! Departures usually at 8 am, 10:30 am and 1:30 pm. $55 adults, $35 kids 3 – 12, 2 and under free. A generous 2 ½ hour Safari if we need a little extra time to show you something you haven't seen yet, we will usually give it to you. Mention Festival of Whales for a $10 discount per person. Telephone reservations are required. Phone (949) 488-2828.
Aventura Sailing
(949) 493-9493
www.aventurasailing.com
Enjoy the only whale watching excursion powered by the wind aboard one of Aventura's luxury sailboats. $30 per person or enjoy a Private Boat for $180, 6-passenger maximum, 2 ½ hour trips. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the serenity of being under full sail as you listen to the sounds of the sea and whales as they breach. Bring your cameras and capture the whales as their tails fly high!
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A view of Dana Point the bluffs above. 
