Hi Ava. Thanks for inquiring about Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari!
Our current prices for our daily 2 and 1/2-hour Signature Dolphin and Whale Safari aboard our catamaran sailboats ("Manute'a" is the primary vessel used for our daily trips) is $59.00 per adult and $39.00 per child, 2 - 12 years old.
Our luxury power catamaran "Lily", which is only available on limited select dates, is $65.00 per person, regardless of age, for 2 and 1/2 hours.
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There is no "best" time to go dolphin and whale watching. We operate all year round from Dana Point Harbor and see whales throughout the year plus up to five different species of spectacular dolphins on a regular basis, including mega-pods that can number up to 10,000 dolphins. Our area has the largest concentration of dolphins and Blue Whales on earth. During the months between December through May we see Gray Whales on their migration between Alaska and the lagoons of Baja. In the months between May and November we see the largest known animal to ever have lived, the giant Blue Whale. We also see Fin Whales, Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, occasionally Killer Whales, and several other types of whales throughout the year. In 2014 we had rare sightings of Sperm Whales, Pilot Whales, and False Killer Whales!
TripAdvisor doesn't allow us to put a link here, but you can see detailed information about our trips, prices, sightings, etc. on our website.
There is no food or beverages sold on board our catamaran sailboats but you can purchase sandwiches, snacks, and drinks at our Dolphin Deck location when you check-in and take them on board with you. You may also bring items from home.
There are no printed tickets necessary. When you make a reservation, either online or over the phone, we'll send you a confirmation via email. When you check-in on the day of your safari, we'll just need your names to check you in electronically.
Please feel free to contact us directly if you have any additional questions. We'd love to have you join us for an absolutely unforgettable adventure!