January – March · Saturdays
Whale Watching
During the annual Pacific gray whale migration, JADA sails out to meet them. Quietly, under sail — no diesel engines, no megaphones, no crowds. Just you and some of the most majestic mammals on Earth.
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Sail quietly alongside the Pacific giants.
Every year from January through March, Pacific gray whales pass through San Diego waters on their annual migration between the Arctic and their breeding grounds in Baja California. JADA's whale watching cruises offer a front-row seat — and a fundamentally different experience than what you'll find on a diesel-powered tour boat.
Under sail, JADA moves quietly through the water — no engine noise, no crowds of 200 strangers jostling for position. Just a small group, the open ocean, and the occasional surfacing of a 40-ton gray whale just off the bow.
Why JADA for Whale Watching
- Classic wooden sailing yacht — quiet, unhurried, genuinely beautiful
- Small group experience — no massive tour boat crowds
- Experienced crew who know these waters and these animals
- Most Saturdays, January through March (weather permitting)
- Call for this season's specific dates and availability
The Migration Season
The gray whale migration is one of the longest of any mammal — over 10,000 miles round trip. Peak sighting season in San Diego waters is late January through mid-March. Dolphins, sea lions, and seabirds are often seen year-round.
What to Bring
Check Whale Watching Dates
Whale watching runs most Saturdays January through March. Call for this season's specific dates and to reserve your spot.
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