Purpose-built boat Small, stable, and designed for wildlife encounters. You are close to the water with clear views in every direction. Limited group size Fewer guests on board means less noise and more space. Everyone has room to move and observe comfortably. Quiet and respectful approach Slow navigation keeps whales relaxed. Encounters feel natural and unforced. 360-degree visibility You are free to move around the boat. No fixed seating. No blocked views. Departure from San Jose del Cabo More time focused on whales. Experience led by conditions We adapt to what is happening on the water. If whales are active, we stay with them. Designed for real encounters You hear the whales breathe. You feel the ocean around you. This is not a sightseeing ride. Commitment to conservation To reduce plastic waste, we provide our own sanitized and disinfected water bottles for your use, ensuring a plastic-free environment for the marine life we visit.
In demand: 58 of the next 60 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Whale Watching in San Jose del Cabo lasts about 2h 15min.
Prices start at $120 per person for this San Jose del Cabo experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM.
It can: 58 of the next 60 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is The meeting point is at the fishing charters marina, where you'll find a blue boat. with a Dip Expeditions stamp on it. The marina is orange and its entrance is passing El Ganzo Hotel. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN, ES.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 8 participants.
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 42 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by DipExpeditions.
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Amazing experience! I really loved it! The team is great! They really care about the animals and the ocean and are very respectful. I had a Great experience and highly recommend it! 🌊🐋🌞 can’t wait to experience this again!
Amazing experience. The boat is really nice and the crew is extremely professional. They knew everything about marine life in baja.
Thanks for coming and asking all the difficult question! surely put us on thinking mode!
Amazing experience! Whale watching in San José del Cabo was absolutely unforgettable, and a big part of that was thanks to our guide. He was incredibly friendly, attentive, and very knowledgeable, which made the whole tour even more special and exciting. We were able to see several whales up close, and throughout the entire experience we felt comfortable and well taken care of. I would definitely recommend this tour if you’re visiting San José del Cabo — 100% worth it!
We had a great time with you guys as well!!
If you want guides who truly care about animals and the environment, this is the company to go with. I really enjoyed the experience because the guides are incredibly knowledgeable and their top priority is protecting the ocean and marine life. We were lucky enough to see many animals, always with respect and care for their well-being. They also have great equipment, and I had an amazing time. The staff is also super friendly and made the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for the kind words! Caring for the ocean and the animals is the core of what we do, so reading this really means a lot to the whole crew. Stoked you had a great time with us, and that the guides and the gear lived up to it. Come back anytime, the Sea of Cortez always has something new to show. Big hug from the DIP team!
From the original booking Eduardo kept in contact with us. Letting us know what to expect, gave us options to do if the whales left before we got there. They were very welcoming when we got to the boat. Very professional and friendly. Saw several whales. Experience of a lifetime. Then even guided us to the local shops after our outing. I can’t recommend them enough! When we go back we will use them again! 10 out of 5 stars!!
Thank you so much for this! Honestly, the pre-trip communication is something we care a lot about because whales do whatever whales want, and we'd rather have you ready with a plan B than show up to a surprise. Super happy it all came together and you got to see them out there. And glad the local shop tips landed too, that's just part of the DIP welcome to Cabo. Whenever you're back in town, you know where to find us. Big hug from the whole crew!
What a wonderful team and perfect experience! The whales were gorgeous, the snorkeling was fun, and our guides were amazing! Thank you for a truly great day!
I would rate this 5out of 5 Crew was great and succeeded in making it an amazing experience
Hello Cheryl, glad to hear that we had a great time with you!! then why not a 5 out of 5 ??
This was amazing! The captain was experienced and the tour guide was so well educated! You can tell she adores whales. She was so passionate and excited to see each one. Beautiful experience
An incredible day! Our guide and driver were both so knowledgeable, friendly and respectful of the nebula rays and whales that we saw at close proximity. The boat was very comfortable, and just a super pleasant way to spend a couple hours in the afternoon. A highlight of our trip, recommend!
Our morning with Dip Expeditions was great. The boat was comfortable and very clean, the crew were extremely knowledgeable and helpful with this amazing experience. They even stretched the designated time to get closer to a group of whales at the end of the trip for us to get a better view of these amazing animals. Overall a great trip!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale Watching in San Jose del Cabo | 2h 15min | 5.0 (42) | $120 | |
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