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Christmas Cruise

December 17, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

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Join our crew for a holiday experience you will never forget! 

9:30am: Check-In (please arrive no later than 9:45am)

10:00am-12:30pm: Christmas Cruise onboard R/V Sea Explorer

Your 2-1/2-hour holiday adventure aboard the RV Sea Explorer, Ocean Institute’s 65’ research vessel, takes you miles beyond the Dana Point Harbor jetty in search of  marine mammals such as migrating Blue whales; large schools of playful Dolphin; the impressive sunfish known as Mola; and sleek harbor seals and sea lions.

In addition, Ocean Institute’s professional naturalists are on hand to introduce you to the lifestyles of ocean creatures that frequent the waters off Dana Point. Christmas Cruises feature holiday music and hot cocoa while exploring the marine mammals in town for the holidays!

Our cruises are safe and fun for the entire family, and everyone will learn something new about our oceans and the life within.

Price:

$40/person over 2 y.o

$10/Toddler (0-24 mo.)

Christmas Cruise ticket includes access into Ocean Institute.

Details

Date:
December 17, 2023
Time:
9:30 am - 12:30 pm
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Venue

Ocean Institute
24200 Dana Point Harbor Dr
Dana Point, CA 92629 United States
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