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San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching from City Experiences

City Cruises - San Diego Whale Watching
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Jason
18 hours ago
Me and my girlfriend loved the food, loved the scenery, loved the experience, thank you…

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Enjoy the best sightseeing on the San Diego Bay with a professionally narrated tour and close-up encounters with marine creatures!

What To Expect

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    3.5 - 4 Hour Whale & Dolphin Watching - Experience marine life like never before!
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    Onboard Narration - by the San Diego Natural History Museum!
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    Spectacular views - whales, dolphins, sea lions and marine birds
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    Food, beverage, and cocktail service available - exploring works up an appetite!

    • Sail alongside majestic gray, blue, and humpback whales as they migrate through the Pacific Ocean. Experience the thrill of seeing these incredible creatures in their natural habitat, and enjoy playful encounters with pods of dolphins, sea lions, and an array of marine birds, making it a complete ocean adventure.

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    As you cruise, you'll see up-close views of the bay's wildlife as well as iconic landmarks from a new perspective. Onboard staff will provide live narration and details about the aquatic life and landmarks for a truly memorable experience.

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    San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure

    • Icon June 21 – September 1 (Friday, Saturday, Sunday, & Monday only) 9:00AM – 1:00PM
    • Icon December 14 - April 13 (Friday-Monday only) 9:30AM - 1:00PM
    • Icon Please see the cruise calendar   here  for the most accurate times for your cruise.
    FAQs

    Boarding begins 15 minutes before departure time to allow a smooth check-in and to kick-off your adventure stress-free! Make sure to wear comfortable clothes with layers, and close-toed shoes!

    Departure Location

    • Icon Pier 2 970 North Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA

    How It Works

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    Need To Know Info

    Promotional value expires Dec 31, 2025.
  • Limit 8 per person.
  • Valid only for date and time selected at booking.
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    About City Cruises - San Diego Whale Watching

    City Cruises, one of two sub-brands under City Experiences’ expansive portfolio of water- and land-based experience companies, operate dining, sightseeing, and private events across 22 destinations in the U.S., Canada, and the UK.

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    Customer Reviews

    4.6
    based on Groupon 14,993 reviews
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    Jason
    1 rating|1 review
    Me and my girlfriend loved the food, loved the scenery, loved the experience, thank you…
    Valerie
    Top reviewer
    19 ratings|14 reviews
    Great boat tour, informative with humor mixed in.
    Rosena
    1 rating|1 review
    It was a fun day… I celebrated my sons 24th Birthday. He definitely enjoyed the cruise. The food was spectacular.
    Guest
    1 rating|1 review
    SO AMAZING!!! Definitely worth it
    Liza
    1 rating|1 review
    It was fun with my friends and that was their first time to experience and they love it. Foods were yummy and had lots of choice and bottomless mimosa and champagne. Definitely my friends will invite their families and friends. It’s a nice way to celebrate birthday.
    stephanie
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    111 ratings|76 reviews
    Service was great. Food was excellent. Hada good time

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