Whales

Humpback whales are a natural and cultural treasure. San Diego residents and visitors are fortunate to see humpbacks the entire year. Before you go whale-watching, it’s worth learning about these fascinating creatures. Our brief guide explores humpback whale migration, habitats, and characteristics.  Migration Humpback whales live in oceans throughout the globe. Their migratory journeys are…

Whether traveling to San Diego to see the sights or living nearby, there are many things to do on and off the water. Among the more popular destination activities are dolphin and whale watching. You need to understand the best times for each to get the most out of them. Dolphin Tour There are many…

During the winter months, many people want to travel to warmer climates. San Diego, California, is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the winter, not just because of the warmer temperatures. December is the beginning of one of the most significant natural events in the world, and San Diego offers prime viewing. From…

One of the most popular activities in San Diego is boating. Vacationers will often rent or charter boats for reunions, birthdays, anniversaries, etc. While there are miles of brilliant coastline and unobstructed ocean views to take in, one boating excursion beats all others: whale watching. Most people never get the chance to see whales in…

Immortalized as mindless, ferocious killers, sharks are iconic in horror movies. Most people have a natural and healthy aversion to sharp-toothed, menacing-looking creatures. Still, Hollywood does a disservice to the entire species. Sharks vary in size and temperament. Not all large varieties should induce fear from humans. The whale shark is a gentle giant and…

San Diego is a fun-filled family destination with many activities for all ages. One of the most exciting things you can do while you are in San Diego is a whale watching cruise, a perfect way for the entire family to see something new and make a memory to last a lifetime. Fall is the…

Are you curious to learn more about baby whales? These beautiful creatures have unique and fascinating stages of development, methods of communication, and quirks. Whether you want to read up on baby whales before heading out on a whale-watching trip or whether you just want to get informed to satisfy your curiosity, there are several…

Whales are one of nature’s most majestic creatures. Not only are they marvelous in size and a wonder to behold as they breach the ocean’s surface, but they also have a fascinating and complex system for communicating. Whales communicate using a variety of sounds to help them locate food, find other whales, and navigate below…

Thousands of whales migrate through the Pacific Ocean past San Diego every year. Because San Diego is so popular both for commercial fishing and tourism, it’s easy for boats to collide with whales. Collisions are especially serious for blue whales, which are endangered, but they also harm humpback and gray whale populations. If you spend…

Though whales have enjoyed a slight respite since the days of commercial whaling, their numbers are still declining at an alarming rate. Where humans used to kill seagoing mammals for food and resources, they now kill whales mostly through accidental collisions. Thankfully, concerned citizen scientists have been hard at work looking for a solution. What…