Rating Summary:
Rating: 4.5  1,053 rating points
# of Reviews Positive
Points
Negative
Points
= Overall
Rating
% Positive Average
Rating
Last 3 months 109 228 8 = 220 96% 4.4
Last 6 months 213 470 19 = 451 96% 4.5
Last 12 months 504 1,100 47 = 1,053 95% 4.5
All 3,602 7,307 286 = 7,021 95% 4.4
Ratings by Activity
(Each activity's ratings from the last 12 months)
Overall
Rating
% Positive Average
Rating
Catamaran Adventure Whale Watching Cruises 294 99% 4.7 Read Reviews Info & Tickets
1/2 Day and Twilight Fishing Trips 193 86% 4.0 Read Reviews Info & Tickets
Whale Watching in Blue Whale Season (May - Nov) 145 98% 4.6 Read Reviews Info & Tickets
1/2 Priced Catamaran Adventure Whale Watch Cruises 42 100% 4.7 Read Reviews Info & Tickets
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr) 247 96% 4.5
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr) 132 100% 4.8
Rating Date Attended Sort Descending Reviewer Gender Age Where From? Group Type?
Rating: 4
I didn't see no stinking whales!
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Apr 3, 12   2:00 PM brucegiddens Male 60-69 Local Couple on a Date
You guys need to train them better for breeches and tail stands and all those things like that!
Rating: 4
Worth it at half-price
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Apr 3, 12   12:00 PM misaac Male 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
We enjoyed the boat ride, the waves and sunshine, and a couple of pods of dolphins. The time spent on lookout for a grey whale some fisherman had spotted in the area was exciting, though it was never spotted. We were happy with the parking, the staff, and the options for lunch afterwards. At half price, it was worth it. Back at the dock we were handed half-off coupons to try again, but decided it had been fun enough.
Rating: 4
Nice
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Apr 3, 12   12:00 PM peterthijs Male 50-59 International Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Nice trip on a neat ship. We have seen lots of dolphins, but no whales (but you can't force nature I guess), 50% coupons were provided because of the absence of the whales. (can't use the coupons while we are on a short holiday but the gesture is very nice) If you want to here a downside: we were in a line for almost an hour. We were 35 mins ahead of schedule as advised, and embarkment was 15 mins behind schedule.
Rating: 4
Whale watching tour with family
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Apr 3, 12   10:00 AM mikesiuda Male 40-49 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
Very simple process going through Zerve - the Whale watching company instantly recognized our tickets, the entire process took only minutes, and they were able to get us on an earlier trip. Will definitely use this service again!
Rating: 5
It was so great
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Apr 3, 12   10:00 AM PatriciaNG Female 40-49 Local Group of Friends
Great trip, we saw so many dolphins.
Rating: 4
Very exciting seeing a finback whale! Coming back!
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Mon, Apr 2, 12   2:00 PM tngo56 Female 20-29 Local Couple on a Date
It was a great experience. The captain really wanted us to see something cool and didn't mind being a little late back to the dock so we could see the second largest whale.
Rating: 4
Great Trip and Educational
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Mon, Apr 2, 12   10:00 AM buddy1234 Male 60-69 Local Family With Children
Captain Chris was clear and direct on his safty instructions. He discribed the things we saw and his presentation was very educational. The crew was very helpful and made our trip fun.
Rating: 5
All's whale that ends whale
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Sun, Apr 1, 12   2:00 PM thornton1 Male 60-69 Local Couple on a Date
A glorious day, did not matter that we saw whales. A nice surprise that we were given a rain check because no whales were spotted. Just the boat ride, view of the coast, the fresh air, and hints of Catalina made it all worth while.
Rating: 5
Loved whale watching!
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Sun, Apr 1, 12   10:00 AM UMBROBBIE Female 30-39 Domestic Tourist(s) Family Without Children
We thoroughly enjoyed our whale watching excursion! The crew was great and started by making sure we knew the wind and waves would be a bit rough to make sure we were prepared, though it didn't really bother us. Honestly, it was a pleasure just to be out on the boat which was a good sized ship and was not overly crowded the day we went. As we headed out, they were sure to spend a few minutes pointing out the sea lions on the nearest buoy allowing everyone plenty of time for a good view or picture. The crew mentioned they were coordinating with other ships in the area sharing information on sightings to increase our chance of success despite the less than ideal weather. We were well rewarded! Though we only saw one whale, we were able to get extremely close and lingered for several of the whales' surfacing cycles. We appreciated how informative the crew was and the enclosed galley that offered drinks and snacks for sale. The trip was both relaxing and thrilling and we will definitely go again on our next visit in the area.
Rating: 4
Great fun!
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Sat, Mar 31, 12   12:00 PM mcnicholsn Female 50-59 International Tourist(s) Family With Children
No whales on the first trip so we went out a second time on the company. Very informative and fun commentary.
Rating: 5
Fantastic tour
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Fri, Mar 30, 12   4:00 PM reyvee61 Male 50-59 Domestic Tourist(s) Family With Children
We got more than we bargained for when we had a glimpse of the Finback whale...what a treat! The crew was knowledgeable and courteous to say the least and I would recommended this adventure for anyone young or old....
Rating: 4
It was a nice daughter father date ---something we
Whale Watching in Gray Whale Season (Dec - Apr)
Wed, Mar 28, 12   12:00 PM mtalley15 Male 50-59 Local Other
It was a very nice day off of Dana Point and the captain was very informative knowing that 2 whales were spotted heading our way. He made sure we were able to see them. The dolphins, 2 unfortunately, swam under the boat each time I tried to snap a shot of them. All in all a great day! Highly recommend going out of Dana Point.
Rating: 4
Sighting of a fin whale at close quarters - great.
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Mar 27, 12   4:00 PM KUECHMEISTER Male 70+ International Tourist(s) Family Without Children
Staff was helpful and commentary was authoritative and informative. Background material responded to questions and encouraged future inquiry. Suggest supporting video material for long periods of little or no contact with whales i.e. what to look for. Suggest as well that the ordering-printing of tickets be simplified. Something like that used for obtaining boarding passes on flights should do the trick. Not all of us have printers readily available and have to resort to hotel facilities.
Rating: 5
Ride was Great!
1/2 Priced Whale Watch (Gray Whale Season Dec-Apr)
Tue, Mar 27, 12   2:00 PM ksteinbroner Female 30-39 Domestic Tourist(s) Couple on a Date
I highly recommend this particular tour and tour company. The staff was very friendly & knowledgable. The boat was large enough for all passengers with room to spare. We did see one whale, which is what we wanted to see, so it worked out great! Wonderful Experience. I would definitely do it again!
Rating: 5
GREAT TIME!!!
Tue, Mar 27, 12   1:00 PM ulypabon Male 50-59 Local Couple on a Date
Captain Todd was amazing! This is A definite "Do-Over"