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Home/Destinations/San Diego/Whale & Dolphin Watching

Whale & Dolphin Watching Tours

Meet the giants of the Pacific: whale-watching cruises from San Diego seek out gray whales in winter, blue and humpback whales in summer, and playful dolphins all year. Knowledgeable naturalists help you spot and learn about the ocean’s magnificent wildlife.

24 tours · prices per person, book with partner

San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
San Diego
San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise
4.6(1,764)·2–3 hours
from$71/ person
via Viator
San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch
San Diego
San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watch Cruise with Legacy Whale Watch
4.5(400)·3 hours
from$34/ person
via Viator
Experience San Diego Dolphin Watching Shared Tour
San Diego
Experience San Diego Dolphin Watching Shared Tour
3 hours
from$145/ person
via Viator
Private Whale Watching in San Diego on a Premium Zodiac
San Diego
Private Whale Watching in San Diego on a Premium Zodiac
3 hours
from$894/ person
via Viator
Catamaran Sailing Cruise on San Diego Bay for up to 6 Guests
San Diego
Catamaran Sailing Cruise on San Diego Bay for up to 6 Guests
4.7(7)·2 hours
from$800/ person
via Viator
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
San Diego
San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay
4.4(327)·1h 15min
from$47/ person
via Viator
Bachelorette Sailing Party on San Diego Bay up to 6 Guests
San Diego
Bachelorette Sailing Party on San Diego Bay up to 6 Guests
5.0(1)·2 hours
from$800/ person
via Viator
San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel
San Diego
San Diego Whale/Dolphin Watching Cruise Aboard Luxury Vessel
4.8(334)·3h 30min
from$76/ person
via Viator
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
4.8(2,537)·4 hours
from$85/ person
via Viator
Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego
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San Diego
Whale and Dolphin Watching in San Diego
4.8(166)·3 hours
from$119$149/ person
via Viator
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
San Diego
San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
4.4(720)·3h 30min
from$54/ person
via Viator
3-Hour Guided Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in San Diego
San Diego
3-Hour Guided Whale and Dolphin Watching Experience in San Diego
4.7(57)·3 hours
from$169/ person
via Viator
City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure
San Diego
City Cruises San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure
4.2(147)·4 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Premier Whale and Dolphin Watching
San Diego
Premier Whale and Dolphin Watching
5.0(5)·3h 30min
from$179/ person
via Viator
Catamaran Sailing Cruise on San Diego Bay for up to 6 Guests
San Diego
Catamaran Sailing Cruise on San Diego Bay for up to 6 Guests
5.0(2)·2 hours
from$800/ person
via Viator
Sailing Charter on san diego bay for up to 6 guests
San Diego
Sailing Charter on san diego bay for up to 6 guests
5.0(2)·2 hours
from$800/ person
via Viator

Whale & Dolphin Watching in San Diego — FAQ

When can you go whale watching in San Diego?
You can whale watch year-round: gray whales in winter (Dec–Apr) and blue and humpback whales in summer (May–Sep).
What wildlife might you see?
You may spot gray, blue and humpback whales, plus large pods of common and bottlenose dolphins.
How long are whale-watching cruises?
Most cruises last around 3 hours, with naturalists on board to help spot and explain the wildlife.

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