Whale Watching Cruises with Next Level Sailing
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Next Level Sailing - by Management
Description
Next Level Sailing runs daily whale watching trips off the San Diego coast on their 43m (141 feet) sailing yacht. The trips last 3.5h to 4.0h with a nearly flawless sighting rate during the winter season. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April, humpback whales migrate past SD in March whilst end of April and May brings fin whales and blue whales. Other animals spotted on a regular basis include sea lions and dolphins.
Access & Transport
Address: 2050 Shelter Island Drive, San Diego CA 92106 The check-in location is on the grass across the street from the Island Palms Best Western Hotel and the Blue Wave Bar & Grill.
Instructions & Recommendations
a) Customers will receive a full refund for cancellations made outside of 48 hours prior to the trip; b) Dress in layers. It can feel chilly once out on the water; c) Feel free to bring your own lunch & drinks (no red wine allowed onboard). Water, soda, chips, and granola bars are provided during your voyage free of charge; d) Dogs allowed but number per trip is restricted so double check with info@nextlevelsailing.com
Environmental & Social
The sailboat is powered by wind and 'clean diesel' + other sustainable and energy efficient practice: https://nextlevelsailing.com/sustainability/ Some educational aspect for those listening to the captain during the trip.
Conclusion
Highly recommended for those keen on sailing, most likely with dolphins for company at some stage, with the potential bonus of spotting whales. Don't go into it solely focused on the whale element: it is the journey that matters, not the destination. Reviews about the boat and crew are excellent.
Key positive
Beautifull sailing yacht
Seeing dolphins and maybe whales
Free re-booking (not refund) in case no whales were spotted
Key negative
A little time consuming
Re-booking doesn't work for road-trippers / international travellers
Suitability
Not recommended for infants, those prone to sickness and wheelchair users
About this Rating
TYPE
Desktop
RESEARCHED IN
August 2024
PROVIDER
Koreval
av. transport time:0h 25m
est. visit time:4h 30m
Monday10:30 - 15:00
Tuesday10:30 - 15:00
Wednesday10:30 - 15:00
Thursday10:30 - 15:00
Friday10:30 - 15:00
Saturday10:30 - 15:00
Sunday10:30 - 15:00