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San Diego Whale Sightings 12/22/24 to 12/25/24. Please find the Naturalist Notes for the week of 12/22/24 to 12/25/24 from the onboard team of volunteer naturalists for our San Diego Whale & Dolphin Watching Adventure: up-close views and educational moments by expert captains and volunteer naturalists from the San Diego Natural History Museum. Don’t forget that kid’s cruise is FREE in December and January; use promo code WHALEYFUN.
12.22.24
9:15 am Whale Watch & Dolphin Sightings:
Ocean Sunfish
As we ventured out of San Diego Bay, the fog lifted and passengers enjoyed the sun and beautiful views of the blue waters of the Pacific Ocean.
We sighted 2 mola molas (aka Ocean Sunfish) and some passengers witnessed a small shark launch itself out of the water.
We traveled west/northwest and kept our eyes open; but the dolphins and whales evaded us.
Pam
12.23.24
9:30 am – Whale Watch & Dolphin Sightings:
Sea Lions
It was an overcast day, temps around 60°. Waves were about 5′ with a mixed swell. We saw a pair of sea lions rafted together. Lots of brown pelicans and cormorants, no whales or dolphin spotted today.
Walton
12.24.24
9:30 am – Whale Watch & Dolphin Sightings:
Grey Whale
Foggy morning with smooth waters. Shortly after leaving the bay, we encountered a grey whale headed south. We followed along for over an hour observing many blows and flukes. Was wonderful to see.
Your naturalists,
Elizabeth McFarland, Jennifer Egan
12.25.24
9:30 am – Whale Watch & Dolphin Sightings:
No photos today; captain had to turn back after a few miles due to large swell/rough sea conditions. No wildlife sightings other than sea lions on channel markers.
Your naturalists,
Jennifer Egan, Kaylyn
12.27.24
9:30 am – Whale Watch & Dolphin Sightings:
Common Dolphins
We saw 1500 common dolphins. There was a lot of sea bird activity throughout the trip.
Your naturalist,
Valentina Lewis