A gray whale is seen in dana point harbor on tuesday. Dana point is the dolphin and whale watching capital of the world. Dana point whale watchers can depart from newport harbor at multiple times during the day for one of our excursions. Best places for whale watching from shore in southern california. A scenic harbor in southern california known as the whale capital of the west, dana point makes an ideal spot for spotting majestic marine animals. That could be because of dana point s twomilewide, eastwest facing coastline. Whale watching at dana point and coastal orange county.
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. Wishing you health and happiness and to see you back in dana point next year for the 50th annual festival of whales. The dana point headlands is undeveloped and there is a public trail on top of the headlands that takes you out to the promontory. Donna kalez, with dana wharf sport fishing and whale watching and gisele anderson, with capt. Captain daves daily dolphin and whale watching safaris depart from picturesque dana point, calif. Serving dana point, newport beach, and long beach with multiple whale watching cruises daily. Just south of laguna beach on the california coast lies a lovely stretch of shoreline where yearround temperatures hover around 70 degrees and a soft sea breeze wafts in daily from the glistening pacific. Dana point harbor whale watching boats provide amazing experiences with these majestic animals off the coast. Dana point is teeming with festivities every winter during this special time of year, offering something for everyone. For information regarding your booked whale watching trip, or to book a whale watching trip, please contact the chosen whale watching company directly. This deal for whale and dolphin watching from dana point is a couponfree offer. 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.
Dana point whale watching pacific coast highway travel. Dana wharf whale watching tours are the were the first boat operator in orange county to offer whale watching adventures. A baby gray whale is back out to sea after hanging out in dana point harbor for several hours. Baby gray whale coaxed back to sea from dana point photos. Dana point whale watching deals in dana point, ca groupon. Dana point located in south orange county dana point is an excellent place to spot passing whales. 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. Blue whale season runs may october and gray whale migration runs november april. Click the button above to go directly to the source of this offer. Offering year round whale watching cruises daily viewing whales from dana point to laguna beach from newport bay in the heart of orange county. The whale was first spotted off point furman entangled in fishing line. Whale watching tickets from ocean explorer cruises up to 71% off.
But theres one special time of year when visitors get to explore the wonders of whales, the sea and all that dana point has to offer. On your dana point whale watching tour, youll want to keep your eyes open and your camera ready because we regularly see a wide range of other marine animals, too. Cardboard classic dinghy dash at dana point festival of whales saturday, march 11 34445 ensenada place dana point, ca 92629 949 4923035. It was a unique experience to see the natural migration of whales from the arctic going south. Whale gets close enough to boat for passenger to pet it near dana. Orange county whale watching based out of dana point. Whale swims under paddleboarders and kayakers in california harbor. Year round opportunity to see many whale species, dolphins and other marine life.
We are the premier yearround whale watching facility in southern california. After signin, youll see the whale and dolphin watching from dana point purchase page for more info and tickets. The 2018 dana point festival of whales promises big fun. No coupon or promo code is needed or available from this ticket source. Dana point the dolphin and whale capital of the world. 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. Dana point festival of whales 2021, an event in dana point. Dana point has been known as a rich fishing area for centuries. The dana point festival of whales is one of southern californias largest seafaring celebrations and reaches out to whale admirers around the world.
Enjoy a nevercrowded safari, narrated by knowledgeable marine naturalists plus mrs. The 16foot great white shark sank its sharp teeth into the whales bloated carcass, taking a few bites of her breakfast in the early morning hours saturday about 14 miles off dana point. Whale watching in dana point orange county whale watching. Whale watching tours leave daily from dana point, california where the huge mammals can be viewed right off the coast. Allow plenty of time to find the office, and the right wharf. A video shows great white shark making a meal of scarlet, a.
Across the bridge to dana island, more walking paths lead to yacht clubs, a restaurant and a continuation of the quiet waterside parkways. Book now to go whale watching in southern california. Book a whale and dolphin watching tour with us from dana point today. The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including. But theres one special time of year when visitors get to explore the wonders of whales, the sea and all that dana point has to offer its the festival of whales each year in march. During the dana point festival of whales, we had what felt like a private tour for watching whales, dolphins, and sea lions with our captain reed, which was incredible. Winter celebrates the gray whale, and yearround, regularly viewed whales include blue whales, fin whales, humpback whales, and minke whales. Dana point whale watchers can depart from newport harbor at. There are five overlooks with comfortable bench seating. Dana wharf whale watching began in 1971 and was the first whale watching company in orange county. That could be because of dana points twomilewide, eastwest facing coastline.
An especially friendly gray whale came up next to boats off dana point and laguna, allowing passengers to get up close in a way typical off. Redeem offer this offer is valid for up to 10 fares. Adorable video captures baby gray whale swimming alongside. Dana point is known as the whale capital of the west because several types of whales use the point as a navigational landmark on their migrations north or south. 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. From dana point harbor, gray whales can be seen just seconds away by boat, and nearby are gigantic and gentle blue whales, fearsome killer whales and marine. Festival of whales weekend two canceled in light of the announcement by governor newsom and. Dana wharf sportfishing are on the western side of the most eastern harbor see the map. Mar 09, 2020 how to get tickets for whale and dolphin watching from dana point in dana point at the cheapest price. Danny is an experienced and personable captain and we quickly found a pod of gray whales that we followed along for some time. 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.
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. Aug 09, 2017 whale swims under paddleboarders and kayakers in california harbor. Woman who swam with and touched gray whale in dana point harbor recounts her experience. Whale swims under paddleboarders and kayakers in california. Tangled humpback whale freed in dana point laguna niguel. Whale watching on a sunny day at dana point, california.
The warm waters right out of dana point harbor are flourishing with sea life including whales, dolphins, harbor seals, and california sea lions. Kabc folks out at sea were treated to a rare sight after they spotted a baby gray whale swimming alongside its mother. The southern origin of californias highway 1 winds through some gorgeous locations, like beach town and whalewatching mecca dana point. Dana wharf is the premier yearround whale watching facility in southern california. If you want to whale watch, do it from dana point with dana wharf, the industry pioneers. 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 minutes. It draws the whales and dolphins close to the shore. The 2018 dana point festival of whales is a multiweekend event held in honor of the majestic california gray whale, bringing awareness to protecting and preserving their natural habitat as well as honoring their annual migration south to warmer waters. Captain daves delicious triple fudge brownies as an added bonus. Theyll ask you to to sign up or sign in free for their deal updates but you can unsubscribe anytime you want. On a boat designed specifically for whale watching, come facetoface with the gentle giants on this exciting cruise off the coast. Activities experience the ultimate adventure at dana point harbor. The 2018 dana point festival of whales offers a whale of. Once youve done it, it seems obvious, but the dana point marina is a big place, with several different harbors.
Rescuers in southern california looking for tangled whale. Whale and dolphin watching from dana point dana point. Aug 08, 2017 baby gray whale coaxed back to sea laguna niguel dana point, ca the possibly ill, young whale, that looks really skinny, was swimming directly underneath a paddle boarder. Dana point whale watching tours offer worldclass whale watching experiences. Whale watching season never really ends on the california coast, according to many tour guides and boat operators. A rescue effort is underway monday for a blue whale, believed to be some 80 feet long, that was spotted off the coast of dana point apparently. Aug 03, 2017 community corner tangled humpback whale freed in dana point researchers, rescue crews and others gathered to help free this juvenile humpback whale from its plight off the dana point coastline. In the 1950s and 60s, the rightbreaking waves that tended to form here could produce 12. Cruise the pacific ocean off dana point on a whale watching excursion aboard a comfortable 95 vessel. Beginning in 1971 we are the pioneer of whale watching adventures in orange count.
Catch an exciting peek with whale watching cruise in dana point. Catch an exciting peek with whalewatching cruise in dana point. Cardboard classic dinghy dash at dana point festival of whales. Dana wharf is the premiere yearround whale watching company in dana point. Dana point is the premier location for whale watching along the california coast and home to over 400,000 common dolphins and 4 species of whales. The most wellknown and commonly seen whale is the california gray whale. All of our excursions include intimate narration and discussion from your captain, as you learn more about these majestic creatures. 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. Boaters were asked sunday to be on the lookout for a gray whale tangled in an unknown material heading north along southern californias coast. Dana point is the best spot for whale watching in the oc. Enjoy stunning views and photo opportunities while traveling along orange countys beautiful coastline. Best places for whale watching from shore in southern.
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 county dana point harbor. You can whale watch with other whale watching public on a guided tour or you can get your own group together and charter a boat for a private guided cruise. A video shows great white shark making a meal of scarlet. Woman who swam with and touched gray whale in dana point. Not only does dana point have the highest number of dolphins per square mile than anywhere else in the world, but it is also the home of a variety of large whales, including. Whale watching in dana point book now at captain daves.
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