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Capt. Dave's Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari
Dana Point, CA
About $87–$100 per person for the Signature or Zodiac safari; private charters from $350
By Simir Shah
This harbor operator's 2.5-hour Signature safari is on a catamaran with underwater viewing pods, and it's open to all ages. The faster Zodiac trips are for ages 6 and up. It says it spots dolphins or whales on more than 95% of trips, and if not you get a free rebooking within a year; a July 2026 county update listed Capt. Dave's among the businesses staying open during harbor construction.
Good for
- Ages 0–2
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