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    Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing

    Dana Wharf Whale Watching & Sportfishing

    4.8 • 7.1K reviews
    Dana Point, CA

    Since 1971 Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching has shared the magic of the Pacific from Dana Point—the Dolphin & Whale Watching Capital of the World. Family-owned and the oldest, top-rated operator in Orange County, seasoned ...

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    Whale and Dolphin Watching Adventure Tour

    Expert-narrated 2-hour cruise with guaranteed marine mammal sightings

    From$72person
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    Deep Sea Fishing Charter in Dana Point, 9 Hours

    Spend a full morning and afternoon reeling in seasonal species with expert crew and spacious decks.

    From$104person
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    Private Boat Whale Watching with Expert Guide

    Enjoy a private boat with a captain and marine life expert to spot whales and dolphins off Dana Point

    From$821
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    Small Group Ocean Fishing with Expert Crew

    Cast your line in Southern California waters on a 5-hour charter with limited guest capacity and expert crew support.

    From$79person
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    Dana Point Sunset Wine Tasting Catamaran Cruise

    Savor organic wine tastings on a 90-minute evening catamaran cruise in Dana Point Harbor

    $62.54person

    Review summary

    4.8
    Excellent
    7.1K reviews•Google Maps

    Dana Wharf delivers consistently excellent whale watching experiences with a crew that clearly knows their stuff. Reviewers rave about the knowledgeable captains and friendly staff who engage with passengers throughout trips, providing educational commentary about marine life. The operation runs professionally and punctually, and they offer various experiences beyond standard tours, including special events with live music, wine, and charter fishing trips. Here's the thing about whale sightings: they're not guaranteed, and many recent visitors didn't spot any whales. But that didn't dampen anyone's enthusiasm. Guests were thrilled by multiple pods of dolphins putting on spectacular shows, jumping, racing alongside the boat, and surfing in the wake. The crew's expertise shines in finding marine life and creating memorable experiences regardless of what appears. With spacious boats that don't feel crowded and staff that go out of their way to be helpful, this is clearly a well-run operation that keeps people coming back for repeat visits.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    Beautiful day on the water. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. We saw a fintail whale multiple times. Worth it.

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    Roby Hunt

    April 3, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    Beautiful day on the water. Everyone was super friendly and helpful. We saw a fintail whale multiple times. Worth it.

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    Roby Hunt

    April 3, 2026