Rejoice at the sight of frolicking marine creatures on a whale and dolphin watching safari off dana point. In a nod to moms day dana wharfs drone pilot matt larmand took this cute drone video of a mother gray whale and her calf off. Known as a landmark for marine life sightings, dana wharfs ocean adventure cruises offer rare glimpses into a huge variety of underwater wildlife and gorgeous scenic views youll never forget. Whale and dolphin watching in newport beach captain. Woman who swam with and touched gray whale in dana point. If youre going to go fishing, go to dana wharf, great boats, great captains, great options for all types of species.
One of the highestrated whale watching companies in southern california, we offer yearround boat tours and educational whale watching. Dana point whale watching cruises call 949 6750550. The ocean institute is located at 24200 dana point harbor drive in dana point. This family fun event draws over 100,000 visitors from around the world to dana point each year during the height of whale watching season and celebrates the onceendangered california gray whale with a leviathansize event. Right now is blue whale season which goes till about december and our sightings have been really great.
Dana point whale eco tour saturday february 17 2018. Mother and calf gray whales holding hands dana point, ca. Whale watching excursions, sailing, parasailing, stand up paddle boarding, diving and fishing give thrill seekers and ocean lovers a chance to embrace the open sea. He says this is the 2nd largest mammal ever to have lived, after the blue whale, and is the fastest whale of them all. Custom private charters are also available for whale watching. As with all baleen whales, female minke whales are larger. Redeem offer this offer is valid for up to 10 fares. Tell a whale of a tale that needs no embellishment with todays groupon. Whale and dolphin watching from dana point dana point. Rescuers in southern california looking for tangled whale. Dana point whale watching is for residents and visitors who are considering going whale watching. In the 1950s and 60s, the rightbreaking waves that tended to form here could produce 12.
Baby gray whale coaxed back to sea from dana point photos. Dana point harbor is known as the whale capital of the world. Dana point sportfishing dana point fishing charters. Blue whale tours depart the docks in dana point daily at 5 p. Will they be around dana point the second week of february, and if so, can we book. Discover why dana point, in southern california, is the dolphin and whale watching capital of the world. Minke whales normally swim at a rate of 316 miles per. Delight in the exciting sights and sounds of the magnificent ocean creatures off dana point in orange county. Activities experience the ultimate adventure at dana point harbor.
The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and. One of the highestrated whale watching companies in southern california, we offer yearround boat tours and educational whale watching field trips for an ocean adventure youll never forget. Newport landing offers yearround, daily trips just north of dana point, departing from beautiful newport beach. Whale watching in dana point book now at captain daves. Juvenile gray whale is heading north after a day thrilling. Whale watching adventure in dana point harbor with. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along orange countys beautiful coastline. Boaters were asked sunday to be on the lookout for a gray whale tangled in an unknown material heading north along southern californias coast. It draws the whales and dolphins close to the shore. Dana point blue whale watching from a kayak dana point. Dana wharf boats, 34675 golden lantern, dana point, ca 92629.
What better way to celebrate a loved ones birthday, graduation. That could be because of dana points twomilewide, eastwest facing coastline. During the 2012, and 14 seasons, blues have started passing by dana point in. Newport landing whale watching departs from newport bay just north of dana point harbor. Dana point whale watching tours offers several different types of boats, from sail to power, large to small, and everything in between. Join the ocean institutes marine educators in exploring the ocean from top to bottom. Dana point amy lagera was helping a young adult with special needs learn to paddle board when she spotted a wayward juvenile gray whale tuesday, aug. Minke whale whale watching dana point visitors will likely encounter minke whales, the most common baleen whale in existence, numbering nearly 800,000 across the globe.
We joined the parade and had a great view of all the other boats in the parade. Explore how you can get upclose and personal with dana point s whales and dolphins. Dana point festival of whales march 2021 dates not updated event promoter has not updated for this year, last years event was march 7 15, 2020 orange countydana point harbor. Let your captain take you to some of the best locations for spotting different kinds of marine mammals, as you learn about the diversity of the underwater life from a live commentary by an onboard naturalist. Dana wharf whale watch 34675 golden lantern, dana point, california 92629 rated 4. You can try one of their exciting fishing trips that are perfect for both the novice and the more. Newport landing whale watching has been a great option for dana point whale watchers for over 30 years. Cruise the pacific ocean off dana point on a whale watching excursion aboard a comfortable 95 vessel. Dana point festival of whales 2021, an event in dana point. Up to about the year 2000, a blue whale sighting at dana point was unprecedented or even unknown. Receives text messages on this line as well 949 2015650 email. South oc beaches has all the info for you to enjoy whale ecotours. Whale watchers aboard a catamaran with captain daves dolphin and whale safari in dana point experienced a once in a lifetime thrill when hundreds of.
Our private deep sea sport fishing charters are lead by a team of captains born and raised fishing out of dana point harbor. From migrating gray whales in the winter to blue whales in the spring and summer, dana point harbor is a reference landmark for the whales. Now you can make your dreams a reality with captain daves dolphin and whale watching safari in dana point. Captain daves dana point unique whale watching trips.
Beginning in may of 2014, all of our pelagic trips spring, summer, fall, and winter have been 8 hour trips to allow us more time to study the birds out at the. All of our excursions include intimate narration and discussion from your captain, as you learn more about these majestic creatures. Blue whale season runs may october and gray whale migration runs november april. Catch an exciting peek with whalewatching cruise in dana point.
Whale watching at dana point and coastal orange county. We operate all year round and see whales throughout the year plus up to 4 different species of spectacular dolphins on a regular basis. Whale watching, fishing charter, adventure tours, guided tours, sporting goods payment types. See map trip destination is usually the fourteenmile bank and it takes us a while to get out there. Dana wharf whale watching tours are the were the first boat operator in orange county to offer whale watching adventures. The ocean institute whale eco tour is saturday february 17 2018. That could be because of dana point s twomilewide, eastwest facing coastline. Whale watching is a popular activity for dana point and there is even the whale festival that takes place over two weekends during the gray whale migration. Finbacks are long lived with an average life span of 8590 years old. Whale watching tours leave daily from dana point, california where the huge mammals can be viewed right off the coast. Your 5 stars experience is our 5 stars reputation, experience today. From magical yearround whale watching to stunning coastlines, dana point whale watching tours offer a worldclass experience for all ages.
A couple of weekends ago we set off on another so cal adventure when the dana wharf invited us on a whale watching cruise. Dolphins stampede off dana point during whale watch youtube. Captain daves dolphin and whale watching safaris 24440 dana point harbor drive dana point, ca 92629 daily trips are 2. The dana point ocean institute is presenting whale ecotours on select dates in 2018. We specialize in private fishing charters for 1 to 6 passengers. Just click the redeem offer button, print the coupon, make a reservation, and bring the coupon with you to daveys locker whale watching when checking in for your trip. Public dolphin and whale watching tours are offered every day, all year long. Planning our first california road trip and as landlocked missourians, we are very anxious to see the pacific coast. Dana point whale watching pacific coast highway travel. Enjoy live narration from your experienced captain as you watch for whales, sea lions, and dolphins, and learn about the stunning diversity of marine life that flocks to the california coast. Having taken excellent whale watching safaris in the past with dolphin safaris, i was very pleased to join captain dave and his family for the dana point harbor christmas boat parade. Baby gray whale coaxed back to sea laguna nigueldana point, ca the possibly ill, young whale, that looks really skinny, was swimming directly underneath a paddle boarder. Due to the unique shape of dana point harbor, it is ideally located for easy and quick access to board a boat and be in open ocean in 5.
We are a small group of local fishermen who grew up fishing out of dana point harbor. The species grows up to 30 feet long and weigh up to 7. Finback whale another amazing spectacle for dana point whale watchers, finbacks are the second largest animal in the world after the blue whale. Soon we were on board, and we set off bang on time at 5pm. We got to experience some firsthand sightings of magnificent ocean creatures and a boat ride too. The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and california sea lions. The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including. Across the bridge to dana island, more walking paths lead to yacht clubs, a restaurant and a continuation of the quiet waterside parkways. Dana point is the best spot for whale watching in the oc. Daily cruises during the festival will be offered between dana wharf and the ocean institute from noon to 5 pm. The dana point harbor offers specialty shopping, fishing and whale watching excursions, kayaking, catalina transportation, and a variety of restaurants from coffee shops to fine waterfront dining. We cater to beginner as well as the seasoned fishermen. The ocean institute will be a stop for the official festival of whales harbor cruise.
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