Private Boat Charters
Dana Wharf offers a multitude of private yachts and vessels to choose from, Dana Wharf Sportfishing and Whale Watching has the vessel to suit your group size and trip desires. Our company offers private sportfishing charters, Whale Watching and corporate charters, coastal cruises, private charters on a Historical Sail Boat and more.
Private Whale Watching Tour
See whales, dolphins, other sea life, and breathtaking coastal views during your private and unique experience at Dana Point. Your captain and marine life expert is your personal narrator during your two-hour adventure! Seasonally, we see over 1,500 gray whales, and in the summer we see blue whales.
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Sportfishing Charters
Board any of our clean, well-equipped vessels or private yachts for an unforgettable trip! Our U.S. Coast Guard inspected vessels are clean, comfortable, and include a variety of amenities. If you are interested in sportfishing charters please call us at (949) 496-5794 x 2 or email us at charters@danawharf.com.
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Dana Pride
The Pride is an impressive 95-foot vessel and provides indoor and outdoor seating, a full galley and bar, a large flat-screen TV, DVD and CD player, and an outdoor buffet station area.
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Current
The Current is our high-end, 53-foot Hatteras that was specially chosen for a luxury boating experience.
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Ocean Adventures Catamaran
Dana Wharf’s newest vessel is the 63-foot catamaran Ocean Adventures, which comfortably holds up to 59 passengers. This eco-friendly, luxury vessel is the future of whale watching.
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Clemente
The Clemente is a perfect 65-foot fishing vessel, nimble, fully equipped & just-the-right-size! Features a full galley, always stocked with cold drinks.
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Sum Fun
This 65-foot fishing boat holds up to 60 passengers and features a full galley and cold drinks.
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Reel Fun
This 58-foot fishing boat is perfect for guests attending in wheelchairs, as there are no steps to board the boat. It features a full galley.
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Fury
The Fury is a clean, sound, and well-appointed sportfishing vessel with a large bait capacity to get you where the fish are biting.
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Helena
The Helena is a 50-foot charter with a maximum capacity of 35 passengers.
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Lex Sea
Experience the luxury and effectiveness of fishing with only a few people on board the Lex Sea. Fish for all sorts of local varieties!
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Second Chance
Enjoy a day on the water aboard a Parker 2520XL. A stable platform with private head, fresh water wash down, and state of the art electronics to ensure safe comfortable travels. With a 350 horse power Suzuki power plant the Second Chance will get you to the fish fast!
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Duffy Boat
Cruise Dana Point Harbor in style aboard our luxury 12-passenger Duffy boat. Departing from Dana Wharf, located directly in front of the historic Turk’s Restaurant and Proud Mary’s , this private electric boat is the perfect way to experience the harbor at your own pace.
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Or Rent a Boat For Any Reason You Choose!
If you are interested in boat rentals in Dana Point to enjoy a private boat charter please call us at (949) 496-5794 x 2 or email us at charters@danawharfsportfishing.com.
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HARBOR DINING OPTIONS
- The Dana Point Harbor has a vast array of dining options. To view them all visit: https://danapointharbor.com/dining/restaurants/.
For seafood, we would suggest one of the following:
BEST SEAFOOD/no view
- Harbor Grill
949-240-1416
Ask for Keegan Hicks, owner/operator
http://www.harborgrill.com
BEST VIEWS
- Waterman’s Harbor
949-300-6172
Kathy Reck, Events Managerhttp://watermansdp.com/– closed as of 2026 - Wind and Sea
949-496-6500
Lani Craig, Catering Manager
https://windandsearestaurant.com
Private Charter Gift Cards
Use this Gift Card for any private charter or excursion. This card can be redeemed on any of the options listed on our Charters Page.
GIFT CARDS