Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari

Whale watching tours in Dana Point, California. 3 options listed, booked online through FareHarbor.

What stands out

Says whales and dolphins are seen on more than 95% of tours
Underwater viewing pods on Manute'a need about six ladder-like steps to enter
Zodiac trip not for pregnant guests or anyone with head, neck or back injuries
Whale Geek Cetacean Exploration: 3.5 hours on motor yacht ORCA (max 6), from $192 per person

From: $86.92 per adult (After 18% discount at checkout (regularly $100); children 1 to 12 $60.84; infants $8)
Length: 2.5 hours
Group size: 20 to 65 passengers depending on boat
Minimum age: All ages
Meeting point: 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point; arrive 30 to 45 minutes early
Included: Underwater viewing pods (Manute'a), Marine naturalist narration, Brownies at the end of the trip
Cancellation: Non-cancelable, non-refundable and non-changeable unless trip cancellation protection is bought at booking.

From: $86.92 per person (After 18% discount at checkout (regularly $100); same price for ages 6 to 12)
Length: 2 hours
Group size: Up to 20 passengers
Minimum age: 6 and up
Meeting point: 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
Cancellation: Non-cancelable, non-refundable and non-changeable unless trip protection is bought at booking.

From: $350 per group (From $350, customizable)
Group size: ORCA 1 to 6, Zodiac RHIB 1 to 20, Manute'a 1 to 49, Hoku Nai'a 1 to 149
Meeting point: 24440 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point
Included: Captain and crew

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