The Condor Express is the fastest & largest whale watching boat in Santa Barbara, offering you the ultimate sighting experience! Aboard the Condor Express, you can enjoy a snack or food from the Condor Cafe and soak in the gorgeous views of the Santa Barbara Coastline and the variety of species that live throughout the Santa Barbara Channel!
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Whale Watching Gift Certificates
​Treat your loved ones to an unforgettable experience on the ocean! From humpback whales breaching over the glassy ocean, to pods of dolphins surfing the wake, a Condor Express Whale Watching Gift Certificate is the ultimate gift for adventure seekers and ocean lovers alike!​
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GIVE THE GIFT OF MEMORIES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON, ORDER YOUR GIFT CERTIFICATE TODAY!
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WHALE SIGHTINGS THIS YEAR
The Santa Barbara Channel is filled with diverse marine life. The map to the right depicts the number of whales that have been spotted from January 1, 2025, to September 23, 2025. Below are the statistics:
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711 Whale encounters
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270 Individual Whales
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9 Different Species
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Book today to witness these whales in their natural habitat!
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ABOUT THE CONDOR EXPRESS
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75-foot-long, 26.5-foot-wide, quad-jet-powered catamaran capable of cruising at 28+ knots
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Powered by four BRAND NEW, low-emission, 700 hp Scania Diesel engines.
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Twin wave piercing hulls feature a modified hydrofoil wing that produces an extremely smooth and stable ride.
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U.S. Coast Guard certified and insured to carry up to 127 passengers
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Features a large and luxurious teak-paneled cabin. Expansive windows allow viewing from inside the cabin, seating for 68 persons, and 2 Large plasma screen TVs allow passengers to see the boat's location throughout the channel.
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Full galley with breakfast and lunch menu.
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Complete bar with adult drinks such as cocktails, beer, and wine.
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Upper sundeck seating offers unobstructed animal viewing and sightseeing
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Huge raised bow allows passengers a up-close look at the wildlife, specifically the dolphins! Be sure to look down when hanging out on the bow, common dolphins love to bow ride!
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Three full-size restrooms aboard
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High-tech Bose audio system projects the captain's voice throughout the entirety of the boat.
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A large aftdeck provides lots of room for dancing to a DJ or a live band. There is plenty of space for passengers, or educators and researchers to work!
