San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
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.
We are one of the best outdoor activities to do in San Diego. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April. Blue whales and fin whales are seen feeding in San Diego from April - August. Humpback whales and minke whales are seen throughout the year, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall. Aboard our 141-foot sailing yacht, the Yacht America, you will see a plethora of whales firsthand in their natural habitat. In addition to whales, we also see dolphins and sea lions, and an abundance of naval activity. Don't be surprised if you see an F-18 fly overhead!
Bring your own picnic, friends, and family for a wonderful day out on the water
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San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
What's included in San Diego Whale Watching Cruise
(Subject to Option Inclusions)We sail past North Island Naval Air Station, US Navy Base Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument, Point Loma Lighthouse to see many dolphins and whales.
Inclusions
- 4.5-hr sailing cruise
- Bring layers, blankets, and jackets. It can be cold on the water!
- Free Parking. Check-in located next to parking lot.
- 1:15 PM trip: Check in between 12:30 - 12:45
- No seasickness' guarantee: Lose your lunch, we get you a new one
- 2:00 PM Trip: Check in between 1:15 PM - 1:30 PM
- Sodas and snacks
- 11:00 AM trip: Check-in starts at 10:00 AM and ends at 10:30 AM
- Whale sighting guarantee: If you don't see a whale, you get to come back for free
- 9:00 AM trip: Check in between 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please call if you have a wheelchair so we can discuss the boarding options as we have had guests with wheelchairs enjoy this experience. We do have 5 steps in order to board the vessel. There is a single step in the deck. Please call Thank you!
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Check in opens an hour before departure time and closes 30 minutes before departure. Check in flag located across the street from the Best Western Island Palms Hotel and Blue Wave Bar & Grill. Please look at Inclusions/Exclusions for specific check in times. Abundant free parking at our location!
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• We suggest you dress in layers as conditions can change hour to hour. Blankets are available on board. • Check in starts an hour before departure and ends 30 minutes before the departure time listed on your ticket. If you arrive after the check in period, you will miss the boat. Please check exclusions/inclusions for details. • In case of emergency, please call: 619-922-6215
