Whale Watching Tour: See Blue, Grey, and Fin Whales

Experience an unforgettable whale and dolphin watching tour in San Diego. Get up close to Blue & Grey whales, Fin whales, and Humpback whales as they feed on krill. Don’t miss the chance to see the largest animals on earth!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • 1500 Quivira Way - Embark on an exciting journey as soon as you board our 22’ expedition boat. This is not your typical whale watching tour. Enjoy a more intimate and personalized experience, where everyone enjoys a front-row view.
    Set sail on this incredible whale and dolphin watching cruise, which offers so much more! Encounter oceanic birds,…
What's Included
  • Waterproof windbreakers
  • Comfortable USCG approved life jackets
What's Not Included
  • Minimum Passenger Count is 3 guests or the equivalent number of tickets.
  • Snacks
Additional Information

Join us on our 22-foot Zodiac adventure boat and be surrounded by nature’s wonders. Our skippers are friendly, well-informed, and considerate. We set sail to seek Blue & Grey whales, Fin whales and Humpback whales who put up a spectacular display as they feast on krill and various small sea creatures. Blue whales, the largest animals to have ever…

Location
1500 Quivira Way
Quivira Way
We are the closest Whale and Dolphin Watching company in proximity to the ocean in San Diego. We meet in front of our office at least 15 mins before the scheduled tour begins.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Tony_t
Apr 6, 2026
Civic was a gray captain.... - Civic was a gray captain. She was very knowledgeable and provided great information. I would highly recommend their services.
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Jay
Mar 27, 2026
Great experience! Loved seeing the whales up close. - Wonderful trip. We saw 3-5 whales which we saw 10+ times. Then we saw 30-50 dolphins as well! Great trio and small boat worth it! Jeff was an amazing captain and knew where to go.
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Rowdye2026
Mar 27, 2026
Vacation Highlight - Captain Jeff was excellent! We saw three different types of dolphins, a humpback whale and multiple fin whales and even a sleeping sea lion! The whale watching adventure with Captain Jeff was our highlight of vacation!
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Debra_m
Mar 27, 2026
Whale-watching - Fantastic experience! Captain Jeff was knowledgeable and led us right to the center of the action. We saw 4 different marine life in one area: sea lion; humpback whale; pair of fin whales and dolphins. Amazing!!
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P5212gsjimp
Mar 21, 2026
Great Experience! - Great experience! Able to see dolphins, sea lions (swimming in the ocean) and whales! Great captain, very friendly and very helpful. Definitely would recommend!
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Toni_a
Mar 14, 2026
It was a great experience... - It was a great experience to be on a all boat. We got up close. Saw whales, dolphins and a sun fish!!
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Txs8r
Mar 12, 2026
Great Morning at Sea! - While this tour was a little pricier than the big group tours, it was well worth it to have a small tour. My thirteen-year-old daughter and I even ended up having the whole boat to ourselves! Captain Alysa was very knowledgeable and went over where we would go and what to expect with the different types of marine life that we could encounter. We saw the sea lions lounging on the way out and in, and within 20 minutes of leaving the dock, we had dolphins swimming nearby. We searched for a while without seeing any whales, but finally we found two fin whales that were a little shy and were gone quickly, and then she found some gray whales. They put on a show coming up and showing their tails as they dove down. It was a great experience. Overall, it was a little over 3 hours, and the weather, while breezy at first, was pleasant and sunny. The only downside was that I thought I was recording, but I ended up with just a picture without the whales in it! Camera operator error! My daughter and I would definitely book the same trip again through Offshore Blue and Captain Alysa, if we are ever back in the area again!
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Katie_m
Mar 12, 2026
We had a great trip with... - We had a great trip with Cici, we got to see a whale and some sealions. Evan was very accommodating. Would highly recommend
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Jenna_s
Mar 8, 2026
Cici was a wealth of... - Cici was a wealth of knowledge about dolphins and whales, she really enjoyed sharing with all of us on the trip.
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Brians712
Mar 31, 2026
Rough trip, no wildlife. - Unfortunately the only wildlife we saw were a couple of cormorants and a sea bird. No whales, no dolphins. I understand that's how it goes sometimes and am fine with that. I don't think they should have gone out given the small boat and the rough seas though. It was a very rough trip. I suggest you check the marine forecast before the free cancellation window closes. Also maybe look for a excursion that offers a voucher if they come up blank.
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From $149
up to 5 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).