“We had the most amazing adventure with our captain! He found two adult whales and they came right up to our small boat and allowed us to watch them for about 30 minutes. Then he took us to find a pod of more than 500 dolphins who were jumping & flipping all around us. It was smooth sailing on our trek out to sea and back. We ended the trip by watching sea lions basking in the sun on their own dock. It was one of the best excursions we’ve ever done. I would highly recommend this trip to everyone!”

– Cher B

“Our captain and his jokes and amazing knowledge were as fast paced as the adventure. We experienced a super pod of dolphins up-close and personal. Our captain had each of us hang over the bow to get to look a dolphin eye-to-eye. I wonder what they were thinking? It is indescribably awesome to be moving amongst a super pod and dolphins doing a water ballet starboard and port. It should be on everyone’s bucket list.”

– FellowTraveler582418

“I don’t normally do reviews but this was one of the best experiences of my life. We saw dolphins, sea lions and humpback whales. We were insanely close to the whales and the small boat allowed that (you are down at water level so they are easier to see and the boat can maneuver much quicker and closer than bigger boats.) This is ABSOLUTELY  the way to whale watch. Also our captain was awesome. Very knowledgeable and interesting. If they can’t find you whales they aren’t out there. I would do this again in a heartbeat.”

– Michelle A.

“Can’t say enough about how great the experience with our cpatain and the Adventure Whale Watching crew was this morning! They give you snowmobile suits to keep you warm, but it was sucha  gorgeous day we didn’t need them. Our boat had 6 people in it so everyone got  great views of everything, and we were even lucky enough to catch a blue whale cow and her (giant) calf! Highly reccomend Adventure Whale Watching if you’re in the area and looking for an up-close experience with whales, dolphins, and California sea lions!”

– Stephanie P.

“Our captain didn’t disappoint! They put us on breaching humpbacks along with a megapod of dolphins with at least 500 dolphins. Such an awesome experience. Go ahead and book this trip now. You will get right up close and personal to the animals on this tour. I’m still wiping the whale blow off of my glasses! Again, So cool!”

– Jeremy B.

“Our captain was first class, knowledgeable about the water and marine life and cares passionately about hwat he does. He has a great sense of humour. During the trip I felt that he was watning to show off what the ocean has to offer and boy did he do that for us. Health and safety was paramount to the company and the captain made sure we understood what was and wasn’t acceptable. We went out on an ex navy non sinkable boat. It was fast! Exactly what we were hoping for and what was advertised. The captain was very open an honest and admitted that we may or may not see what were hoping for. I have seen other companies guarentee seeing wildlife. This company doesn’t count sea lions sitting on the bouys on the way out as seeing wildlife. They want you to see dolphins and whales. We were so lucky to see 3 or 4 pods of dolphins and amazingly a blue whale. This was an experience of a lifetime and can’t thank our captain enough fo rhis persistent I’m trying to find the Blue Whale. This is a memory that will forever stay with us. Thank you”

– Wayne B.

“Absolutely fabulous experience. So relaxing and exhilarating at the same time. From office staff to our captain, these guys really take care of you, both extremely caring and knowledgeable in their jobs. We saw several Blue Whale really close up along with a full pod of dolphins, making the whole 3 hour trip one of the best we have ever taken. Highly recommend this company to anyone.”

– Martin B.

“This tour company is more than simple dolphin and whale sightseeing. They take the “adventure” in their name seriously and provide guests with a fun and thrilling boat ride on their ridged inflatables. Our captain was entertaining and informing. The tour lasted about three hours and included passing through a giant kelp farm, hundreds of dolphins, skipping over the waves at “22 mph”, and lots of fun facts and humor. The tour is suitable for kids and adults of all ages. Highly recommended for anyone that wants to get close to marine mammals in a small fast boat.”

– Jeff C.

“Our captain was absollutely phenomenal! We had a complete blast flying through the ocean in search of marine wldlife. We saw huge pelicans, lots of sea lions, a school of tuna, and a giant mega pod of dolphins. Our captain had us lean over the front of the boat to watch the dolphins swim under us, and when the dolphins turned over to make eye contact…just…wow. Chills. It was a once in a lifetime kind of experience that we will never forget. We even got to see a dolphin give birth right beside the boat! This experience was the highlight of our trip and we would very highly recommend!”

– Christina G.

“The best part of our week in San Diego! Truly a bucket list experience that we will remember forever! Adventure Whale Watching is incredible and made the whole experience easy and so fun. I will be rebooking with them every time I find myself back in San Diego! We saw hundreds of dolphins and around 15 whales during our few hours out on the water – truly unforgettable! “

– Sara C.

“What a great way to get out there and see the whales. The big boats can’t give you this feeling of adventure, speed, and see more stuff. I live in San Diego and feel like this is a hidden gem that I will turn on to my visiting family and friends. Our Captain is the best.”

– Frank S. 

“Our Captain was truly amazing, *****Kind, patient, a phenomenal captain ( I had Zero zero Motion sickness) and would not give up until we saw gray whales… which we did!!!!! So awesome! Absolutely 100% recommend!!! Our kids (11, 15) had a great time too! Do not hesitate to go enjoy the ocean and the wildlife with one of the captains! Thank you!”

– Dr Wendy S.