Get up close and personal with year-round whales, dolphins, sea lions, sharks, and more aboard the most unique catamaran with two exclusive Eye-to-Eye Underwater Viewing Pods. A fun and educational experience for ALL ages!
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Connect with nature on a one-of-a-kind catamaran featuring the world’s only Eye-to-Eye Underwater Viewing Pods. Exclusively aboard Manute'a, you'll be able to go underwater and, without getting wet, feel what it’s like to swim with dolphins and whales. On the bow, three Eye-Spy Dolphin & Whale Tram Nets put wildlife inches below your feet. Uncrowded, Manute’a carries up to 49 guests with plenty of elbow room and seating for all. There are two bathrooms on board for your convenience.
Empty your bucket list with whales year-round, including blue whales, humpback whales, gray whales, and more, plus several kinds of dolphins that can number up to 10,000 strong, sea lions, sharks, pelagic birds, and so much more.
You’ll have a chance to get up close and personal with the largest creatures on the planet without inhibiting their natural behavior. With live narration, our knowledgeable marine naturalists will take you on a deeper dive into the lives of these gentle giants; what they do, where they go, the threats they face, and how we can protect them. At the conclusion of your Signature Safari, we hope you'll enjoy not only a greater understanding of whales and other sea life but also one of Mrs. Captain Dave’s yummy triple fudge brownies!
Join Captain Dave's five-star, eco-friendly, Dolphin and Whale Signature Safari with award-winning customer service. Dana Point is the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World® and the first Whale Heritage Area in the Americas. We are a proud recipient of TripAdvisor's Travelers' Choice award since its inception in 2010, and a certified Responsible Whale Watching partner with the World Cetacean Alliance.
Although our primary boat has underwater pods, there may be times when other vessels without the 'pods' are used. These unique vessels offer an equivalent whale watching experience.