Holiday In the Harbor – Open House
Friday December 2nd – 4:30pm-7:30pm – Mariner’s Village/Alley and Dana Wharf
Free Boat Rides with Santa
Saturday December 3rd and Sunday December 4th – 10am – 2pm
Santa and his helpers listen to Christmas Wishes during this 20-minute harbor cruise. Bring your camera and enjoy the tradition Dana Wharf has offered families for generations. A $5 donation to the El Camino Real Woman’s Club is suggested. No reservation required!
Free Santa Photos
Friday, December 2nd – 4:30pm-7:30pm – El Torito courtyard
Thursday, December 8th – 3pm-5pm – El Torito courtyard
Thursday, December 15th – 3pm-5pm – Dana Wharf courtyard
Bring your cameras and catch a selfie with Santa
42nd Annual Boat Parade of Lights
$29 Adults – $19 Kids 12 & Under – 2 & Under are FREE
December 9th, 10th, 16th, 17th: 7:30-9pm
BE IN THE PARADE! Come aboard any one of our decorated boats, joining boaters from all over parading through the Harbor. Boat parade lasts approximately 90 minutes and charter rides are 2 hours.
Seating may be limited. Standing areas offer the best views.
Click here for tickets!
Charter one of our boats for a corporate or private event. 949.496.5794 x2 or charters@danawharf.com.
Whale Watching
2-Hour Whale Watching Adventure Cruise
Trips depart daily!
Delight in the exciting sights and sounds of the magnificent ocean creatures off Dana Point. Known as a landmark for marine life sightings, Dana Wharf’s ocean adventure cruises offer rare glimpses into a huge variety of underwater wildlife and gorgeous scenic views you’ll never forget.
Join us as we search for whales, dolphin, sea lion and other exciting marine life! All of our cruises are narrated by our expert captains who will educate you on the abundant ocean life on our coast. Trips are all 2 hours long, plenty of time to discover the world that lies beneath! Remember that sightings of marine life are guaranteed!
Cost: Adults – $45; Seniors (55and over) $35, Kids – $29 ( 3-12) 2 and under are free
Deal of the week every Tuesday all tickets are just $22.50 ( 1/2 price off adult fare )
Sportfishing Trips
Half Day Fishing
Our most popular 5-hour trip is perfect for families, or individuals wanting to take a little adventure , this trip fishes locally off the coast.
Adults – $46; Seniors – $41; Children – $29
2 For 1 Tuesdays
Join us on any Tuesday (all year long) and fish for half price! Valid on 1/2 day and 3/4 day fishing trips and all whale watching cruises. Check our half priced trip schedule and buy tickets now!
DANA WHARF KIDS CLUB
COOLEST CLUB OF THE SEA
Membership Includes
- Free 1/2 day Fishing Trip for 1 child and 1 adult (Over $100 Value!)
- Free 2-Hour Whale Watching Trip
- Official Kid’s Club Pin & Membership Card
- Kids Club T-Shirt or Hat
- 25% off all Merchandise*
- $10 off all Kids’s Prices on 1/2 & 3/4 day Fishing Trips*
- $10 off all Kid’s Prices on Whale Watching Excursions
California residents only. The membership takes 7-14 business day to receive in the mail. Not valid for group trips. Please call our charter department for group reservations at
(949)496-5794 EXT 11.
*Please make reservations once you receive your Kids Club packet. Valid Kids Club Membership and completed Membership Card required. Discounts valid on kid’s price only.
Orange County Wine Cruise
$49 per person. 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm. This cruise runs Fridays and Sunday nights.
Join us for a 90-minute evening cruise aboard our luxury catamaran. In the spring and summer enjoy a evening of sunshine, cool ocean breezes and romantic views. In winter, take in stunning views of the beautifully lighted Dana Point Harbor. This cruise will feature a sampling of wines from The Organic Cellar which promotes organically grown and pesticide-free wines as well as a sample platter of cheese, crackers, fruits and nuts that compliment the wines. Our 63′ Ocean Adventure catamaran also features a full cash bar if you’d like to purchase some additional beverages. Sit back, relax and enjoy the lights of beautiful and charming Dana Point Harbor This cruise includes:
- 4 tastes of wine (2 red and 2 white) from The Organic Cellar, featuring wines from Wyland, which is a winery that infuses great tastes, health, and fine living. Join us in making our lives a little healthier and a whole lot more delicious.
- Cheese/cracker/dried fruit/nut sampler
- Wine host
Additional wine can be purchased aboard the catamaran.
Private Charters
All of Dana Wharf’s vessels are available for private charter. We have 14 vessels that include fishing boats, our new 63′ catamaran, six passenger fishing yachts, a scuba diving vessel and specialty sail boats are available for the following:
- Private fishing & whale watching trips
- Corporate events and team building
- Parties/Fundraisers
- Burials at Sea
- Scuba Diving
- Any reason you choose!
Contact Info
34675 Golden Lantern, Dana Point, CA 92629
Phone: 1-888-224-0603
Email: info@danawharf.com
Web: www.danawharf.com



















