See magnificent California gray whales on their annual journey from the Arctic to California's Baja Coast on a whale watching cruise from San Diego. If you don't see a whale on the cruise, you'll get a 'Whale check' to try again another time!
Follow the migration of the California gray whale to the warm breeding grounds off the Baja Coast. Seeing a California gray whale in the wild is an exhilarating experience you will never forget. Other marine wildlife may also make an appearance including seabirds and sea lions.
Between December and April the gray whale travels approximately 6,000 miles from the cold waters of the Arctic to the warmer waters of the Baja Coast. Here they give birth to their young and prepare them for the long trek back. On the return trip the young calves can frequently be seen swimming at their
Guarantee: If whales are not sighted, a 'Whale Check' good for another whale watching or harbor tour will be issued.
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Schedule details
San Diego Whale Watching Expedition Cruise
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Departure Point:
1066 N.Harbor Drive (Near the intersection of Broadway) San Diego
Departure Time:
- 9:30am
- 1:30pm
Pricing information
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Tour options:
3.5-hr morning whale-watching cruise. Guarantee: If whales are not sighted, a 'Whale Check' good for another whale watching or harbor tour will be issued
Conducted in English
3.5-hr afternoon whale-watching cruise. Guarantee: If whales are not sighted, a 'Whale Check' good for another whale watching or harbor tour will be issued
Conducted in English
Additional information
San Diego Whale Watching Expedition Cruise
Inclusions:
- 3.5-hour whale watching cruise
- Comfortable outdoor and indoor seating
- Informative narration on whales and migration
- Entertaining video documentary
- Port and Service Fees
- Local taxes
- All gratuities
Exclusions:
- Food and drinks (available to purchase onboard)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- There are Personal Floatation Devices on board for all guests, as per Coast Guard requirements. You do not need to wear life vest or the provided PFD's during the course of this cruise. However, if you would prefer to have children wear the PFD's during the course of the cruise, please advise so at the time of booking in the Special Requirements box.
- Cruises are wheelchair accessible depending on which pier they depart from. Please let us know if you require a wheelchair accessible cruise so that we can confirm that your requested cruise date has wheelchair accessible departures.
Local Operator Information:
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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