WHALE WATCHINGBlue Whale Season has been amazing with over 700 sightings of Blue Whales this season We have seen Blue Whales 90 out of 91 days that is a record! In addition to Blue Whales we are seeing Minke Whales, Fin Whales, Humpback Whales & 3 types of Dolphins!
Did you know that Dana Wharf started the Whale Watching in Southern California and because of our love for the Gray Whale people flocked to Dana Point.Join us as we search for whales, dolphin, sea lion and other exciting marine life! All of our Adventure Cruisesare narrated by our expert marine naturalists and captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life along our coast.Trips are all 2 hours long, plenty of time to discover the world that lies beneath! Remember that sightings areguaranteed! If you don’t see a good showing of whales or dolphin, you receive your ticket back for another trip.These “Whale Checks” never expire!
2-Hour Whale Watching Adventure Cruise Trips depart daily!Day TripsAdults: $45 ~ Seniors (55+): $35 ~ Kids (3-12):$25 ~ Kids 2 and under are FREE!SPECIAL RATE: $25 per personFor the 4pm – 6pm* Trip ~ Valid Everyday*Times may vary. Call or look online1/2 PRICE TUESDAYSEvery Trip, Every Tuesday! Adult tickets only $22.50
- Fri Oct 25
5:00 PM ( 2 hours)
- Dana Wharf Sportfishing
- 34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA (map)
3/4 Day Fishing
These 9-hour trips will fish locally off the coast. These trips depart 6:00am to 3:00pm.
Adults – $64
Seniors- $59
Children – $46
- This 5-hour trip is perfect for families and fish locally off the coast.
Adults – $46
Seniors- $41
Children – $29
Join us on any Tuesday (all year long) and fish for half price! Valid on 1/2 day and 3/4 day day fishing trips and all whale watching cruises. Check our half priced trip schedule and buy tickets now!
Dedicated to helping locals and visitors alike enjoy the unique wonders of Dana Point Harbor and the Orange County coastline, Dana Wharf hopes for the privilege of escorting you on an awe-inspiring whale watching cruise or providing you with a memorable deep sea fishing adventure. The warm waters of Dana Point are flourishing with sea life including many species of whales, dolphin, harbor seals, and California sea lion. Our thriving coastal waters provide bountiful fishing of Sand Bass, Calico Bass, Halibut, Bonito, Yellowtail, Yellowfin Tuna, Bluefin Tuna, Albacore, and Dorado.
Whether coming to Dana Point for fishing or whale watching, or privately chartering one of our fishing or whale watching boats, our catamaran, or our sailboats, one thing is for certain; your trip through the beautiful and scenic Orange County coast will be unforgettable.
Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching is conveniently located in Dana Point, Orange County just south of Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, and Laguna Beach. If you’re unfamiliar with the Orange County, Newport Beach, or Dana Point areas, we’re located about 30 minutes south of Disneyland and one hour south of Los Angeles and an hour north of San Diego.
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