San diego whale watch offers the premier whale watching experience in southern california. As part of our mission to inspire in all a respect for nature and the environment, the san diego natural history museum has partnered with hornblower cruises and events for more than a decade to provide an unparalleled opportunity to experience gray and blue whale watching off the san diego coast. To see females with their calves, go late in the season as they take their babies back north with them. Between december and april, more than 20,000 gray whales migrate. However, because blue whales and gray whales migrate at. San diego whale watching kayak tour available from december 14th to march 1st. Offshore blue adventures san diego whale and dolphin. Do not use my videos you will be reported bonus trip to san diego, totally unplanned, given few days off at work of course including christmas day. Each year approximately 20,000 gray whales migrate from the bering sea to the lagoons of baja california and back again.
We also see fin and humpback whales, plus many species of dolphin. With a 60% chance of rain and low forecasted winds, the crew of the yacht america prepared the boat for showers. The official blog of the san diego tourism authority. March 2020 february 2020 january 2020 december 2019 november. San diego whale watching tours whale cruises with hornblower. For the thrill of a lifetime, cruise alongside these magnificent whales in their natural environment with flagship cruises, san diego s most experienced whale watching company.
Every year from december through april, magnificent gray whales pass through san diegos coastal waters on their way to and from their breeding grounds. Winter whale watch cruises featuring the gray whale during its migration begin on 9 december. To find out what all those wonderful creatures look like up close and what they look like when you see them from. She was named orkid, in memory of her father most likely a combination of orky and kid. Our experienced crew knows exactly how to track down and show you the spectacular wildlife the pacific ocean has to offer. Blue whale sightings are possible in the summer from may to august.
For a group of san diego whale watchers on tuesday, the highlight did not involve whales or dolphins, but a bizarrelooking mola mola. All passengers got a reride voucher that does not expire for future trips. Best tips for san diego whale watching when to see them travel. Watch the seasonal migration of whales off the san diego coast. San diego ranks among the worlds most incredible places for viewing marine wildlife. Whether by land or by sea, san diego is one of californias best spots for whale watching.
Renowned for our wide range of adventure offerings, we have unsurpassed expertise in the approach and observation. From december through mid april, over 25,000 california gray whales undergo their annual migration from alaska through san diego and onto baja california. She was the first killer whale born in the san diego sea world park successfully. This is one of the best times to go whale watching in san diego. These san diego sightseeing tours not only hopefully provide the opportunity to see a whale, but will also take you by famous landmarks. And near the historic lighthouse at cabrillo national. The whaleplanner december a whale watching infographic. Whale watching season is in full swing in san diego. Whales can be seen yearround off the coast of san diego. With animal encounters, interactive experiences, and a lively atmosphere, its a great place for family fun and gathering friends. They offer upcloseandpersonal experiences with these beautiful creatures, many of which can last up to 3. Whale watching season in san diego traditionally occurs from december through april when california gray whales journey south for warmer waters. San diego events december 2019 fun san diego activities.
You can see whales this winter in san diego, santa barbara, san francisco, other pacific cities. Check out recent whale sightings in san diego including orcas, humpbacks, blue and grey whales as well as dolphins and other marine animals. Every winter and spring, from mid december to april, nature fans from san diego are able to view the annual gray whale migration. Tours include sightings of whales, dolphins, and more marine life. San diego whale watching season for this particular species is from mid december to about april, the migration path lies just off the shore of san diego and gives guests a unique view into the complicated life cycle of the gray whale. Experience the grey whale migration from the seat of a kayak. San diego whale watch 1617 quivira rd, san diego, california 92109 rated 4. Spout time whale watching season starts again in san diego. Come get an upclose view on this incredible journey with san diegos most experienced crew.
Whale watching in san diego whale watching adventure. This month features whale watch weekend programs with kids activities and special educational presentations. Whaletrips california the best tips for whale watching. Leaving the waters of the arctic and heading south to the lagoons of mexico, gray whales naturally migrate past san diego during the winter. Gray whales migrate between alaska and baja california from mid december through april, while blue whales feed just off the coast from the middle of june until september. Gray whale migration winterspring 2020 san diego tourism. Each gray whale watching experience is narrated by experienced hornblower captains and the museum whalers, museumtrained naturalists. Witness the longest mammal migration in the world, when approximately 20,000 gray whales pass san diego on their annual 10,000mile roundtrip journey from the bering sea to the lagoons of baja california. Over 20000 gray whales migrate annually from the summer feeding grounds in. This is a nonpolluting, nonthreatening, and intimate way to. Experience the magic of migrating whales yearround off the coast of san diego. Due to its ideal location along the pacific coast, san diego is one of the premier spots for whale watching in the u. As part of our mission, the san diego natural history museum partners with hornblower cruises and events to provide an unparalleled opportunity to experience gray whale watching off the san diego coast.
Whale watching san diego hornblower even has a snack bar on the boat to keep you happy and full. During the winter months from december through april, there is the annual migration of thousands of california gray whales from their summer home in alaskan waters to their breeding grounds in the lagoons of baja california. Seaworld stopped breeding orcas, but what about their other whales. Pro tips for a san diego whale watching tour expedia. December through april join us as we observe part of the longest migration of any mammal on. Every year from december through april, gray whales pass through san diegos coastal waters on their way to and from their breeding grounds. During december through april, in san diego we have our annual gray whale migration where more than 20,000 of these whales pass right by us offshore. In december, large pods of migrating whales will arrive off our coast a boat ride into coastal waters provides the unique opportunity to witness nature in motion. The veracity of this claim is a matter of some debate, but rest assured youll be seeing the entire whale and more. See komodo dragons, orangutans, koalas, flamingos, polar bears, and more.
Former seaworld employee sarah fischbeck painted a chilling picture of seaworlds beluga breeding protocol in a december interview with the dodo. In january, as many as eight grays can be seen every hour. The best places to see the whale migration on the west. Top places for whale watching in california visit california. The nat gray whale watching san diego natural history. The goal of this 10,000 km trek is breeding and calving. You and your family can enjoy hot food from the snack bar, and adults can get drinks from the full bar. Over the past nine days, we have seen whales every single day. Seaworld stopped breeding orcas, but what about their.
San diego whale watching season starts in december. The best places to see the whale migration on the west coast this winter. San diego whale watching season runs from december through march. December through april join us as we observe part of the longest migration of any mammal on earth. San diego educational whale watching the official travel. Tuesday, march 10, 2020 due to weather conditions, our morning trip was cut short. Ulisses sometimes spelled ulises or ulysses is a male orca who currently lives at seaworld san diego in california. Whale watching report in san diego whale sightings. Cabrillo national monument on point loma peninsula is the most popular observation post. Between december and april, more than 20,000 gray whales migrate along our coast. If youre looking for something else to do in december like a fun concert or theatrical performance, try these resources. Thousands of gray whales move along the west coast to reach the warm lagoons of mexico. Over 20,000 gray whales pass san diego from mid december to midmarch.
However, the best moments to catch a glimpse of the gentle giants are between mid december and april. Whale watching in san diego san diego whale watching. Hornblower san diego whale watching see whales up close and personal like never before. Face to face with ikaika december 23, 2019 seaworld. In august 1989, kandu v charged corky ii during a live show.
Travelers will be amazed at the variety of whales that swim majestically along their migratory patterns through the pacific ocean, passing san diego. Each year, more than 20,000 gray whales make a 10,000 mile roundtrip journey. Local insight to help you plan your next san diego vacation. According to a certain newscaster, san diego is named after a rather intimate part of a whale s anatomy. There is no place like san diego to experience the annual migration of the california gray whale. Use the san diego whale watching guide to learn more about california whale watching and san diego excursions. This is one of my favorite times of year a great time to spend with family and december in san diego. Traditionally, whale watching season runs from december through april. Whether youre looking to get up close and personal or witness whales from the shore, there are tons of ways to enjoy these magnificent creatures here in californias beach city. Enjoy these family activities, holiday and christmas activities in san diego, california.
Between december and april, approximately 20000 gray whales. Whale watching season in san diego runs from mid december through april, and migrating gray whales are the most common species. Whale watching season december april enjoy whale watching in san d iego. Watch the seasonal migration of california grey whales and blue whales off the san diego coast up close and personal. Would love to see some whales but not sure if my likely seasickness is worth it if the whales arent around. Hornblower san diego whale watching gives you the opportunity to see plenty of cool animals in the water. See gray whales as they migrate along the san diego coast to and from baja california. San diego 3 hr whale watching tour mission bay san diego ca. Join the museum whalers, museumtrained volunteer naturalists on one of. Generally, the gray whales will travel alone or in pods of two or three, but more may be seen traveling. Your whale watching cruise is available at an affordable price on our historic boat, the privateer. A guide to whale watching in san diego go city card. Whale watching trips leave from the flagship cruises and events docks in downtown san diego about a 20minute drive south of birch aquarium.