San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speedboat Tour

About This Experience

A six-passenger Zodiac speedboat from the Hyatt Regency Mission Bay marina with a Coast Guard captain: gray whales in winter and spring, blue whales in summer, humpbacks in fall, dolphins all year.

Highlights

• Feel the thrill of the wind in your hair as you speed across the water
• Look for humpback whales and blue whales
• Get up close and personal with the vibrant marine life of the Pacific Ocean
• Learn about the marine life from the crew on a speedboat tour
• Experience the majesty of Southern California's largest whale species

What's Included

• ✓ USCG Captain
• ✓ Port tax and all fees
• ✓ Opportunity to see whales, dolphins and other marine species
• ✓ Guided speedboat tour (Zodiac RIB)
• ✓ Semi private (Six passenger tour)
• ✓ Expert commentary by marine biologists and naturalists
• ✓ Safety equipment

Not Included

• Food and drinks
• Gratuities

Good to Know

• Check weather conditions before departure
• Arrive 15 minutes before departure time
• Wear layers as it can get cold on the water
• Motion sickness medication is recommended if prone to seasickness

Not suitable for

• Pregnant women
• People with back problems
• Non-swimmers
• People prone to seasickness

Not allowed

• Smoking
• Feeding animals

What to bring

• Hat
• Camera
• Sunscreen
• Water
• Comfortable clothes