Blue Whale Expedition in San Diego, California

Experience the awe-inspiring majesty of the ocean’s largest creatures on the Blue Whale Expedition with Big Blue Photo Expeditions. Departing from San Diego’s Seaforth Marina, this exclusive full-day adventure invites you aboard the Protector, a quiet, powerful RIB designed for intimate wildlife encounters and photography. San Diego is one of the rare global hotspots where blue whales consistently visit from May through August, offering a unique window to witness their breathtaking presence in natural feeding grounds.

With limited guest capacity to just six passengers, your day is centered on quality time with blue whales, led by an expert captain and marine biologist who brings over a decade of experience studying and filming whales in these waters. The boat offers sheltered, comfortable seating, bottled water, snacks, and an onboard toilet, ensuring comfort on longer trips that can last anywhere from six to twelve hours depending on whale activity and weather.

This expedition lets you travel further offshore than typical tours, providing extended opportunities to photograph and observe these giant animals close-up, in a stable and low-profile vessel that minimizes disruption to the wildlife. Whether you’re a professional photographer or a nature enthusiast, this immersive experience delivers the adventure of a lifetime and a chance to connect with one of nature’s most astonishing marine creatures in their ocean realm.