The honest answers

Usually — we see whales, dolphins, sea lions and pelagic birds year-round. But they're wild animals on a wild ocean, so there's no guarantee, and no discount or free tour if we don't find any. We chase wildlife, not promises.

It's about 15°F cooler on the water, plus wind chill — dress in layers (a sweatshirt plus a windbreaker), a snug hat, sunglasses, and splash-ready shoes.

Public tours are minimum age 4. Infants, pregnant guests, or anyone who needs extra room should book a private tour.

The low-profile RIB hull greatly reduces seasickness, and we sell antihistamines onboard if you need them.

Equal odds any time. Mornings are calmest and coldest; afternoons are warmer, sunnier, and a little bumpier.

Free reschedule or cancel up to 48 hours before your tour; nothing inside 48 hours. Mexico visas are non-refundable.

Rain or shine — we only cancel for genuinely unsafe conditions (a small-craft advisory or lightning).

Customary is about 20% (roughly $20 per person). Cash is preferred; some captains take Venmo.

2.5–3 hours (about 2.5 in winter, 3 in summer); we run roughly 8–12 miles offshore.

We're at Harbor Island — 1380 Harbor Island Drive, San Diego. Yes, book ahead: seats are limited and tours often sell out.

Yes. The Los Coronados Mexico Island Ecotour crosses an international border, so every passenger needs a valid passport and a $40 Mexico visa (non-refundable), and we need at least 7 days' notice.