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San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
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San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

★ 4.6 · 1,765 reviews

From $71.00

Set sail from scenic Mission Bay and encounter some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures on a 2–3 hour whale-watching adventure in San Diego. Time can vary based on the season and locations of sightings. In just 10 minutes, you’ll leave the…

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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

★ 4.8 · 2,539 reviews

From $85.00

Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we received a 100 percent success rate during winter whale watching when spotting the King of the Deep.…

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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise

★ 4.4 · 720 reviews

From $54.00

Each year approximately 20,000 gray whales migrate from the Bering Sea to the lagoons of Baja California and back again. Come witness this amazing journey off the coast of San Diego on this educational whale watching excursion.

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Private Whale Watching in San Diego on a Premium Zodiac
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Private Whale Watching in San Diego on a Premium Zodiac

From $894.00

Explore the stunning marine life off the coast of San Diego with premier whale watching tours. Witness majestic whales in their natural habitat while enjoying an eco-friendly experience that emphasizes sustainability. The knowledgeable guides provide insights into the local ecosystem and the…

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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch
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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch

★ 4.5 · 407 reviews

From $34.00

You’ll experience one of the best San Diego whale watching tours aboard the spacious 80-foot Legacy, departing from Mission Bay just minutes from the open Pacific for faster access to whale sightings. You’ll begin spotting seabirds, sea lions, and coastal wildlife before…

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Premier Whale and Dolphin Watching
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Premier Whale and Dolphin Watching

★ 5.0 · 5 reviews

From $179.00

Prepare for an unforgettable encounter with the giants of the sea. Our 3.5-hour premium whale watching expedition takes you beyond the shoreline and into the heart of the ocean’s most spectacular playground. Whether you’re a seasoned nature lover or a first-time explorer,…

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Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego
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Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego

★ 4.8 · 166 reviews

From $119.20

Step aboard our 22' Zodiac expedition style boat and immerse yourself with wildlife all around you. Our Captains are fun loving, knowledgeable and respectful. We head out to see Blue & Grey whales, Fin whales and Humpback whales that put on an…

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