San Francisco Whale Watching Cruise from Fisherman's Wharf
Overview
Set sail from Fisherman’s Wharf for an exhilarating 2.5-hour whale watching cruise aboard a state-of-the-art hybrid electric vessel. Encounter majestic Gray, Humpback, and Blue Whales, alongside seals, sea lions, and seabirds, all while enjoying stunning views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Marin Headlands. With a live naturalist guide providing expert commentary on marine wildlife and ecology, this tour offers a unique educational experience for all ages. Accessible to families, children under 4 cruise free, and youth discounts are available. Enjoy the comfort of panoramic views indoors and outdoors, complemented by a full cash bar serving drinks and snacks.
What's Included
- 2.5-hour whale watching cruise
- Onboard restroom facilities
- Gratuities
- Indoor and outdoor panoramic viewing decks
- Meals Full service bar available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private Tour
Meeting Location
Pier 43 5
San Francisco, CA 94133, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Travelers will cruise throughout the Bay and out under the Golden Gate Bridge in search of whales. A naturalist will be onboard to share information about whale behavior and migrations as well as facts about other marine life living in the San Francisco Bay.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The main deck of our vessels is fully accessible and features large panoramic windows for comfortable, scenic viewing.
- Service animals and other dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed and well-behaved.
- Smoking/vaping is not permitted on Red and White’s tours or while waiting in the boarding line. We kindly request that all passengers comply.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-2630P16
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Average 4.71 out of 5 stars based on 14 traveler reviews collected by Cool San Francisco and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool San Francisco customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on San Francisco Whale Watching Cruise from Fisherman’s Wharf. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 2.5-hour whale watching cruise.
- Onboard restroom facilities.
- Gratuities.
- Indoor and outdoor panoramic viewing decks.
- Meals. Full service bar available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Private Tour.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the San Francisco Whale Watching Cruise from Fisherman's Wharf is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Francisco Whale Watching Cruise from Fisherman’s Wharf will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 2.5-hour whale watching cruise
- Onboard restroom facilities
- Gratuities
- Indoor and outdoor panoramic viewing decks
- MealsFull service bar available onboard to purchase drinks and snacks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private Tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- The main deck of our vessels is fully accessible and features large panoramic windows for comfortable, scenic viewing.
- Service animals and other dogs are allowed as long as they are leashed and well-behaved.
- Smoking/vaping is not permitted on Red and White’s tours or while waiting in the boarding line. We kindly request that all passengers comply.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 200 travelers
