Mon, Sep 01, 2025 07:00 AM - Tue, Sep 30, 2025 15:00 PM
Quivira Road, San Diego, California, United States, 92109
Mon, Sep 01, 2025 07:00 AM - Tue, Sep 30, 2025 15:00 PM
December – April
Witness the incredible gray whale migration—the longest of any mammal—as they journey from Alaska to Baja California to mate and give birth.
May – November
Prime viewing season for blue and fin whales, drawn to San Diego’s nutrient-rich coastal waters.
Year-Round
Keep your eyes peeled for fin, humpback, and minke whales, as well as playful dolphins, lounging sea lions, sharks, and an abundance of seabirds.
Meeting Point: 1617 Quivira Rd., San Diego, CA
Arrival: Please arrive 45 minutes to 1 hour early
Check-In: Closes 5 minutes before departure
Location Tip: Look for the small gray booth between the Fish and Chips Shop and H2O Water Sports
Waiver: An electronic waiver will be emailed to you—please complete it in advance and confirm at the counter upon arrival
Free Street Parking: Available along Quivira Road (recommended)
$5 Self-Parking: Hyatt Mission Bay lot (ask for validation)
Important: Avoid private lots with towing enforcement
Alternative: Uber or Lyft are convenient and recommended if unsure about parking
Essentials: Sunscreen, sunglasses, layers or a blanket (temps can be 10–15°F cooler on the water), and a camera
Footwear: Non-slip shoes recommended
Optional: Motion sickness medication if needed
Binocular Rentals: $6
Priority Boarding: $10
Captain’s Bridge Upgrade: $199 for private seating (ages 10+)
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