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San Diego Whale Watching
Everyone knows that the coast of San
Diego is the supreme place to watch the annual migration of the
gray whale. Seen as one of nature's ultimate spectacles; the
migration of gray whales is nothing short of breathtaking. The
coastline of San Diego is one of their migratory points as they
travel from the waters of the Arctic to the warmer regions of
the Baja (California), where females also give birth.
Every year, about 26,000 gray whales will make the long voyage
of 10,000+ miles from the Arctic to the Baja and back. If you
look at this trip and compare it to any other mammal, you'll see
that the gray whale by far has the greatest amount of traveling
at hand.
If you've never tried whale watching, you'll be happy to know
that anyone will find it unforgettable – young or old. Spotting
a gray whale along the coastline is something that is truly a
memorable moment, making you stop for a minute and truly
appreciate these awesome mammals.
If you ask the Birch Aquarium in San Diego, you'll discover that
gray whales are seen most frequently from December through
March. While they generally travel in dozens, it's nothing to
see pods of them (2 - 3) as they travel during migration.
Throughout the coast of San Diego, you can easily spot these
whales as they are somewhat slow swimmers.
During their swimming, they will usually dive to a depth of 100
feet or more for a few minutes, then surface and blow. Then,
they will perform a few shallow dives, before making that deep
dive again. While watching whales, figuring out this pattern
makes the success of watching them all the more fun and
exciting.
While there are numerous customary places to watch whales,
nothing seems to compare to the excitement of watching them from
aboard a cruise. There are various cruises that take place in
San Diego, many of which offer unbeatable deals. From H&M
Landing to the Birch Aquarium, cruises are some of the top ways
to see the beauty and tranquility of the traveling gray whales.
The beauty of the gray whales can also be seen from various
spots on the San Diego coast, including the Cabrillo National
Monument on Point Loma or the cliffs of Torrey Pines State
Beach. You can see the whales as they make their travels all
along these spots.
Whether it's a cruise or simply watching from the coast, whale
watching in San Diego is something you really have to see to
appreciate. You can bring your kids, family, or even your
friends. Whale watching can really be exciting, all you have to
do is plan your day and enjoy everything that the beauty of the
gray whale will provide you with.
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