Look no further for your boat rental!!! We had such a great experience with Harbor Rentals for my…read morefriend's bachelorette party! From start to finish, the process was smooth, professional, and stress-free. The boat was exactly as expected! Super clean and well-maintained. The staff was friendly and made sure everything was seamless so we could just relax and enjoy the day. They even helped me with instructions on where to park (which was just a few steps from the rental). When o got out the car, they helped me carry all the decor to the boat. They had the fridge stocked with water which was a nice perk. It ended up being the highlight of the entire day. Highly recommend Harbor Rentals if you're planning a fun group outing or special occasion on the water!

I reserved a Duffy Boat last 1/29/2026 to use it for that Saturday 1/31/2026. I have family…read morefriends from out of state. Aaron did not deliver the boat. I was totally embarrassed. He refunded the $222 right away, at least and offering a 50% off next time I need to reserved his boat. Sorry Aaron, I'm not stupid enough to do that again! I hope you get more organized than this and please, please don't do this to other customers.

Highly recommend going out with the Capt Dave's crew!…read more Had an amazing time out on their Manute'a boat. Cannot say enough about how cool it was to view the wildlife through the underwater viewing pods. It was an unbelievable experience to come nose to nose with wild bottlenose dolphins. We visited on a busy day on Memorial Day weekend, and the crew still took time to make sure that everyone on the boat was having a good time and getting their questions answered. I also brought along my rambunctious 2 1/2 year old son, and felt totally safe on the boat, which felt very secure for kids. On our cruise we saw dolphins, a fin whale, a sun fish, sealions, and common dolphins. A great day. Special thanks to Matt and Amanda for all their fun facts and knowledge sharing! We will definitely be back later in the year to look out for blue whales and white sided dolphins.

We experienced the private charter whale watching catamaran and had the BEST day ever! We were…read morecelebrating a birthday and both Captain Cass and first mate Amanda made sure we could relax and enjoy the beautiful day with our favorite people safe and worry free. Not only did the crew accommodate us but so did a passing Fin Whale that the captain located! Everything about the experience was spectacular! From the original booking to follow-up communication, to check-in, to loading and unloading- everyone associated with Captain Dave's was friendly, fun loving, and very professional. It was more than just a nice day- it was an opportunity to create a special memory shared intergenerationally that we will treasure always. Thank you to Captain Cass, Amanda and everyone at Capt Dave's who work together to ensure a great experience! Wendy Massey Mission Viejo

We had a wonderfully memorable experience with Capt. Jeff and can't wait to do it again. The…read moresailboat ("Out of the Blue") is beautiful and immaculately maintained with everything you need for a great day on the water. Capt. Jeff is supremely knowledgable and allowed us to participate in the sailing experience at key moments, while allowing us to relax and enjoy the open ocean. We were lucky to time our trip with the Tall Ships Festival and we got the experience of a lifetime when Capt. Jeff sailed us out among those historic vessels as they participated in a mock-cannon battle. Truly amazing and the perfect finale to an incredible day. Highly recommended, already looking forward to our next trip with Dana Point Charters...

August 10 sailing day. Weather was great, wind pretty calm, but made for a very relaxing day…read more Captain Bryan is an excellent people person and a very patient, calm teacher! Would absolutely recommend him and hope someday to sail with him again!

Review is for their sailing camp!…read more This was our second year attending Westwind Sailing, and once again, it exceeded our expectations! My boys absolutely love this camp -- the sailing, the teamwork, the fun -- it's all top notch. This year, we ran into an unexpected situation where one of my sons wasn't able to attend, even though we had signed up well in advance. Based on the camp's policy, Westwind could have easily told us there was nothing they could do -- but they did the opposite. They were quick to respond, incredibly understanding, and went out of their way to accommodate us. In a world where customer service can be hit-or-miss, their compassion and professionalism really stood out. Another lovely moment: during the "practice capsizing" day, my elderly parents came to watch. Without us asking, the amazing staff brought out chairs for them so they could sit and enjoy the event comfortably. That kind of thoughtfulness is rare and speaks volumes about the team behind this camp. We're so grateful for everything Westwind Sailing offers -- from the wonderful instruction to the truly kind and caring staff. Highly recommend this camp to anyone considering it!

Dana Point Harbor is always my favorite Paddle Boarding spot. I've been coming here for years…read more Peaceful, quiet and just straight up zen. Easy on and off of the board. Right at baby beach, in case you fall off returning the board (like me) you can just walk straight to shore

One of my favorite places to stroll. They are revitalizing dining and shopping here but I'm…read morereviewing just strolls on the harbor. I recommend this to everyone. Walk along the harbor, look at the boats, and spot birds and sea lions. You'll see them lounging on the dock or boats and hear them barking every night. Be sure to walk down to the bridge and cross over. There are nice, grass areas with benches, picnic tables, etc. It's a beautiful view. Enjoy the beauty! There is a ton of free parking, clean public bathrooms, and the beautiful coastline. Then add in the dining, shopping, whale watching tours, paddle boarding, canoeing, sailing, and wading at Baby Beach.... This is a wonderful place to visit.

we come here during the holidays bc it is just so festive!…read more unfortunately, this year the harbor is under construction. but! the "merry kiss me" sign is over by the wharf this year. once the project is complete it will be the destination spot bc it will be soo gorgeous and upscale! plans for retail, restaurants and parkscapes. i believe they are building hotels as well. goodbye free parking lol.

They delivered! A private excursion with music of your choosing, complimentary Hors d'oeuvre,…read morechampagne, roses and an onboard photographer to capture all of your special moments. J.D.

Last month for my mom's 80th birthday we tried to come up with a fun adventure to celebrate with…read moreher. She said that rather than a limo to dinner, she would prefer to go out and see some dolphins! My sisters were skeptical about how she would do out on a boat, but Captain Jori was amazing. Tucked in the front seat, wrapped in a blanket, we set out! Not only did we see hundreds of dolphins, spiraling and jumping, we also got to see two whales up close and personal. For Jori, this is so much more than a business! She made each of us on the boat feel so connected to this incredible experience and carefully attended to every need. She was unhurried as we idled with dolphins and watched them play in the wake of our boat. My mom exclaimed the next day that it was among "the most memorable experiences of her life." Thank you Jori and TOP TIER LUXURY! You truly are the best!! M Hawkins

So this was part of my husband's surprise birthday Sunday, where he had no idea where we were going…read morestop after stop. This will stop number three and my thought is even if we never see a whale. It's always a pleasant way to spend a few hours out on the water.. Everyone on the boat was super professional and informative. We really appreciate Laura spitting facts at us and making sure we knew what was going on. At one point, I was standing in front of the boat and I was about to go sit back down, but Laura told me to stay because she knew we would see something soon and we saw a Fin whale, which we stopped for a while to watch come up and down and no matter what it's always magical. We ran into a bunch of dolphins and watching them chop and play as always fulfilling. There's no way you can go wrong with this excursion, especially with a discount. They seem to always be offering. They also give all the birthday people a drink cozy. Highly recommend a great way to spend a few hours..

There's something really special about seeing your child's imagination come to life…read more We spent the morning drawing whales and turtles... and then watched them appear in the ocean right in front of us Dana Wharf + Wyland art experience was beyond magical-- fin whale, loggerhead turtle, sunfish... all in one day. Mom core memory unlocked Highly, highly recommend. #corememories #danapoint #whalewatching

Easy to book online and great customer service over the phone. Make sure you get there early - the…read moreparking lot is small, but there is street parking. They recommend your entire party use the restroom and gathers together in one of their nice seating areas before letting them know you're ready to board. If your party isn't ready and taking awhile to get situated, it will eat into your reservation time. The boats was clean and it was electric and very quiet. You're not going very fast but it's nice to cruise around with music playing.

We rented a Duffy Boat for a birthday celebration, and it was a smooth transaction. They had…read moreexcellent communication with several email reminders leading up to date of event, including parking information and photos so that the business can be located easily. As we embarked on the Duffy boat, we were given a map of the waterway and instructions how to operate the boat and turn on the bluetooth for music. The boat looked clean and well maintained. There was a large table and cushioned seating all around the table. We could also go to the aft of the boat which had two small seats. We ordered a charcuterie box which was already on the boat upon our arrival. Very pleasant experience from start to finish.

Small location but very close to Dana Point harbor where my boat is locked. When they have what I'm…read morelooking for it's very convenient. Stock and selection is limited by the Small store size. Prices are typical for west marine which is to say somewhat higher than average, but worth it for the convenience factor. I'll be back.

This place is great. Adam couldn't have been more helpful and I appreciated his professionalism/…read moreknowledge on helping me understand/sort out my problem. Thanks again!!

the Curlew is immaculate. she is 100 years old and in near pristine condition. 82 feet long with a…read morecrew of 3 caring and knowledgeable people that understand sailing and attend to every detail. I chartered this boat for a burial at Sea for my daughter. She loved the Ocean and watching Whales. Her last request to me was to be buried at Sea. We had 14 guest and one 7 month old baby on board. Everything was done with precise accuracy. What a beautiful ceremony. Simple and to the point. Definitely a experience to remember. Highly recommend! .

What went well? Everything! The boat and crew are amazing. We were celebrating my 80th birthday…read moreand our recent 50th year of marriage. Our group spanned all ages and had a wonderful time. Curlew is, basically, a Time Machine. It was launched long ago and far away -- in 1926 in the state of Maine. The crew is very knowledgeable in handling Curlew at sea, but also in the history of this priceless artifact.