Whale Watching Gift Cards
Gift cards are good for our whale watching trips, in any amount you choose.
- No expiration date.
- Any amount: choose what you’d like to send and we do the rest.
- Buy online and we email the e-gift card within minutes, so it works as a last-minute gift.
- Good on all trips except private charters and special events.
How Gift Cards Work
Send family, friends or your team on a cruise. A gift card works for any occasion, including the holidays: see our holiday activities in Oceanside.
- Graduation
- Birthday
- Anniversary
- Thank you
- Just because
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Choose an amount
Any amount you like, online or by phone.
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We email the gift card
Buy online and the e-gift card arrives within minutes of your purchase.
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They pick their cruise
Gift cards are good for our whale watching cruises.
What They’ll Get
- The two-hour whale and dolphin cruise from Oceanside Harbor, on NALA or Oceanside Adventures, our two catamarans.
- Captains who are US Coast Guard licensed and American Cetacean Society Certified Naturalists.
- Whale seasons: gray whales from late November to April, blue whales from May to November, and humpback and fin whales year round.
Ticket prices, to help you choose an amount:
- Adult Ages 13+ $67*
- Children Ages 3-12 $52*
- Seniors Ages 55+ $62*
- Infants Ages 0-2 $10*
- Temporary Fuel Surcharge $5 per person
*not including fees
Gift Card Questions
Anything else? Call us at 760-277-3737.
Which cruises can a gift card be used for?
Gift certificates may be used on all trips except private charters and special events.
How is the gift card delivered?
If you buy online, we email the e-gift card within minutes of your purchase. You can also order one by phone at 760-277-3737.
4.8 on Google
From 2,324 reviews
4.7 on Tripadvisor from 2,051 reviews. Travelers’ Choice in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
Joshua D. on GoogleEasy to book, friendly & knowledgeable staff. Great tour with lots of sightings!!
Tricia A. on GoogleToday was our first time out of Oceanside Harbor to whale watch. What a great trip this afternoon. A beautiful, safe catamaran, nice staff and what a fantastic view! We saw lots of dolphins today. We will definitely be repeat visitors with them.
Verity W. on GoogleIt was amazing!! The staff and captain did an excellent job and finding the whales and staying close but not too close to them. They are very knowledgeable and kind. Highly recommend!!
Connie A. on GoogleJust perfect!! Seen 5 humpback whales
Tyler G. on GoogleOutstanding crew and boat! First class experience all around.
Janet M. on GoogleIt was an awesome experience!! We got to see dolphins and humpback whales. I did get videos but no still photos! The crew were informative and helpful. I highly recommend.
Thomas B. on GoogleEasy access for the departure location, boarding was easy, the kids loved the choppy waters heading into the swells, saw some dolphins, and lots of ocean. The crew was great!
Deb M. on GoogleIt was educational, they told us about the humpback whale that we sailed along side for awhile. They were friendly and answered all questions.
Michelle W. on GoogleWe went for my sisters 40th birthday and had a blast! The crew was very nice, boat was clean and comfortable with lots of space to walk around. We saw at least 40 dolphins sooooo close to the boat! It was an amazing time and I highly recommend it!
Ruthanne C. on GoogleGreat trip, beautiful boat. We saw flying fish, dolphins and a sunfish. Lovely day on the water. Terrific crew, friendly and informative.
Tanya D. on GoogleWe had an amazing afternoon! Saw Orcas and whales!!!!! Great friendly crew…second time with Oceanside!
Pete B. on GoogleCaptain and crew were awesome and we saw a pod of bottle nose dolphins that contained about 40 individuals and some including several calves.
Colette T. on GoogleWe saw a huge female humpback whale that breached 3 times. The crew was amazing and the boat ride was a great hit with all, especially my 7 year old graddaughter!
Effie H. on GoogleGreat experience. Friendly and experienced crew. Saw 3 breaches, 4 tails and multiple pectoral fins with quite a few spouts! It was a perfect outing.
Morgan D. on GoogleWe had an absolute blast with Captain Andrew! Not only did we feel completely safe and secure the entire time, but we also learned so much about the area. His sense of humor kept us laughing from start to finish. Highly recommend!
A selection of recent five-star reviews. Read all reviews on Google Read reviews on Tripadvisor
Send Someone Whale Watching
Order a gift card online in a few minutes, or call us and we’ll set it up.