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San Diego: City Cruises Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise

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San Diego is one of the best locations to watch whales year-round. Gray Whales migrate winter-spring from Alaskan waters to calving lagoons in Baja California. In summer, the legendary Blue Whales commonly feed off-shore of the San Diego coast.

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San Diego: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speedboat Tour

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Embark on a premier marine adventure with a whale and dolphin speedboat tour from San Diego. Witness the majesty of Southern California's largest whale species and various dolphin species.

$188.00

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San Diego: Luxury Year-round Whale Watching & Dolphin Tour

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Embark on a comfortable whale watching cruise from San Diego. Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions, and learn about marine life from expert & passionate naturalists and marine biologists.

$56.25

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San Diego: Whale Watching Tour

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Get an up-close look at whales with San Diego's most experienced crew. Between December and April, approximately 20,000 gray whales migrate along the coast of San Diego.

$55.00

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San Diego: Relax on a Morning, Day or Sunset Luxury Sail

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Sit back, sip, snack and relax on a beautiful modern sailboat while you take in San Diego Bay's historic landmarks and local wildlife such as sea lions and dolphins.

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San Diego: Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

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Set sail from San Diego's Mission Bay to the open ocean where magnificent whales and playful dolphins roam year-round. Enjoy fascinating narration by expert marine biologists.

$70.00

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San Diego: Whale Watching Cruise on the Yacht America

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Enjoy a 4-hour whale watching cruise on the 139-foot yacht America. Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions, and enjoy complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages on board.

$95.00

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San Diego Ocean Safari: 6-Hour Snorkel Adventure!

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Embark on a thrilling ocean journey, snorkeling with Sun Fish, swimming through shimmering schools of fish, and witnessing Dolphins and Whales. All aboard our premium Zodiac Boat.

$550.00

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San Diego: 3 Hour Whale Watching Cruise

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Embark on a whale-watching cruise from San Diego. Spot whales, dolphins, and sea lions, and enjoy the comfort of a modern boat with indoor and outdoor seating.

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