Bioluminescence Cruise
Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon. Come aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join us at night off the coast of Dana Point to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds, sea lions, and bioluminescent plankton.Cost: $45/Adult (18-54) $35/Senior (55 & up) $35/Active Duty Military […]
Adventure Sail – Pirates & Privateers
Set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tallship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines, and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tallship.Sail Prices $60/Adult (18-54) $50/Senior (55 & […]
Bioluminescence Cruise
Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon. Come aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join us at night off the coast of Dana Point to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds, sea lions, and bioluminescent plankton.Cost: $45/Adult (18-54) $35/Senior (55 & up) $35/Active Duty Military […]
Spooky Seas – Ocean Institute
Join the Ocean Institute for its popular night full of fright as childrennavigate through our labs and ships that might have a few unexpected visitors!The haunted adventure begins aboard the Brig Pilgrim, continues onto the historic Boathouse, and ends in a Mad Scientist lab! Excuse yourself from the ghostly gathering to enjoy hot cocoa, apple cider, and educational […]
Jack Sparrow’s Tall Ship Visits: Tours & Cannon Battles
During the month of January, the public can experience a special tall ship, The Lady Washington, in Dana Point Harbor, where Ocean Institute is offering sunset sails, cannon battles and ship tours.What do King Kamehameha, Jack Sparrow, and Spock have in common? They all set foot on The Lady Washington, whose beautiful billowing sails have […]
Ocean Institute Jazz Festival – Chef Showcase
Each year in March, our neighboring Ocean Institute in the Dana Point Harbor puts on a fabulous 2-day Jazz Festival. It’s the non-profit organization’s largest fundraiser of the year with proceeds benefitting OI’s Adopt-A-Class program, which bring underserved students to the Ocean Institute for hands-on immersion in whale watching, tall ships sailing, fun educational workshops […]
Ocean Institute Jazz Festival – Gala
Each year in March, our neighboring Ocean Institute in the Dana Point Harbor puts on a fabulous 2-day Jazz Festival. It’s the non-profit organization’s largest fundraiser of the year with proceeds benefitting OI’s Adopt-A-Class program, which bring underserved students to the Ocean Institute for hands-on immersion in whale watching, tall ships sailing, fun educational workshops […]
Bioluminescence Cruise
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United StatesThere’s a luminous underwater world just waiting to shine! Learn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon in the unique night ocean tour with the Ocean Institute. Come aboard the R/V Sea Explorer off the coast of Dana Point to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds, sea […]
Kayak Harbor Tour
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United StatesJoin the Ocean Institute for a tour around Dana Point Harbor. This program includes: - 2 hour interactive tour around the Dana Point Harbor - A history of the harbor and its unique ecosystem - Admission to the Ocean Institute - Ocean Institute baseball cap and bag All experience levels are welcome. Must be at […]
Bioluminescence Cruise
Ocean Institute 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point, CA, United StatesLearn about the remarkable ability of some marine animals to glow in the dark and witness this curiously beautiful phenomenon. Come aboard the R/V Sea Explorer and join us at night off the coast of Dana Point to explore the nocturnal world of marine birds, sea lions, and bioluminescent plankton.Cost: $45/Adult (18-54) $35/Senior (55 & up) $35/Active Duty Military […]