San Diego Offshore Pelagic

San Diego Pelagics / Buena Vista Audubon

Trip Details

Departure
Mission Bay, San Diego, CA
Schedule
Selected dates, August–November
Price
$130–$180 per person

About This Trip

San Diego offshore pelagic trips, coordinated by Buena Vista Audubon and San Diego Field Ornithologists, depart Seaforth Landing in Mission Bay aboard the 80-foot Legacy into the California Current system. These 10–11-hour trips, scheduled in spring and fall, target warm-water incursions that push tropical seabirds north in late summer and fall. Trips regularly produce Least and Black Storm-petrels, Black-vented Shearwaters, Elegant Terns, and vagrant tropical seabirds when warm El Niño conditions prevail, with the San Diego area offering excellent access to both nearshore California Current and warmer offshore eddies.

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Further Reading

When to Go Pelagic Birding in the United States

A seasonal guide to pelagic birding across the US, covering the East Coast, West Coast, Gulf of Mexico, Alaska, and Hawaii.

Best Pelagic Birding Trips on the US East Coast

A regional guide to the top pelagic trips from Cape Hatteras and New England canyons to Florida's tropical seabirds.

Best Pelagic Birding Trips on the US West Coast

A regional guide to West Coast pelagics: Westport's shearwater flocks, Oregon's Heceta Bank, San Diego's tropical rarities, and Alaska's seabird colonies.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the San Diego Offshore Pelagic depart from?

The San Diego Offshore Pelagic departs from Mission Bay, San Diego, CA, United States.

When does the San Diego Offshore Pelagic run?

Selected dates, August–November

How much does the San Diego Offshore Pelagic cost?

$130–$180 per person.

Who operates the San Diego Offshore Pelagic?

The San Diego Offshore Pelagic is operated by San Diego Pelagics / Buena Vista Audubon.

How do I book the San Diego Offshore Pelagic?

You can book the San Diego Offshore Pelagic directly through San Diego Pelagics / Buena Vista Audubon using the operator link on this page to check availability and reserve a seat.