Pacific Airshow Viewing & Whale Watch

Take in the amazing sights and sounds of military and civilian aircraft performing jaw-dropping acrobatic feats from the comfort of our power catamaran.

And you will have one of the best views of the airshow in Huntington Beach from the water, without worrying about traffic and parking.

On the way to and from the Pacific Airshow, you’ll have the opportunity to view dolphins, whales, and other marine wildlife. Due to time constraints, we cannot spend an extended amount of time watching animals. This is not a dedicated wildlife viewing cruise.

The Pacific Airshow Safari price includes breakfast, lunch, and a snack served on the boat.

Fan-favorite Matt "Shorty" Stumpf is back for another round of his high-energy and often comedic commentary!

✈️ Amazing views of the airshow from the water

🎤 Informative and entertaining live narration from aviation enthusiast Matt Stumpf

🌯 Warm & hearty breakfast burrito with vegetarian option included

☕ Coffee station included

🍊 Orange and cranberry juice included

🍔 Flame-grilled burger bar with vegetarian option included

🍋 Citrus-infused water included

🐳 Dolphin and whale watching en route

🛥️ Stable, double-deck power catamaran

👪 50% reduced capacity for a spacious experience

🍺 Soft drinks, bottled water, beer, hard seltzers, and wine available to buy

DURATION: About 11 hours

Often considered the voice of youth in aviation, Matt Stumpf is regarded as one of the leading experts in aviation history and aerobatics. He is also a fan-favorite on our Airshow Safari!

Since 2016, “Shorty” has had the opportunity to be the voice of aviation throughout Southern California and the West Coast at events such as the Riverside Airshow, March Field Air and Space Expo, The Planes of Fame Air Show, Apple Valley Airshow, and many more. Recently, he was invited to be the voice of the National Championship Air Races and Air Show in Reno, Nevada, for the Jet and Unlimited classes, for NBC Sports.

Matt takes a unique approach to narrating what you see, looking beyond the pilot or plane and telling the histories they represent through high-energy, often comedic commentary.

🛩️ The 2025 lineup of performances and demonstrations is scheduled to include:

• USAF Thunderbirds
• Canadian Forces Snowbirds USAF F-35A Demo
• Aaron Fitzgerald: Red Bull BO-105 Aerobatic Helicopter
• Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Display Team
• Franky Zapata: Flyboard Air & Airscooter USAF KC-135 Demo Team
• Torrey Ward: The Subsonex Microjet
• US Navy EA-18G Growler Legacy Team
• NORAD Interdiction Demo
• Jeff Boerbook: Extra 330SC
• US Marine Corps MV-22 Osprey Demo
• Louisiana Air National Guard Bayou Militia F-15S
• German Air Force A400M Demo
• USAF Special Warfare Exhibition Team
• Emma McDonald: Extra 300L
• US Navy Leap Frongs Parachute Team
• Greg Colyer: Ace Makers T-33
• USAF C-17 West Coast Demo Team
• Anthony Oshinguga: PITTS S-1
• And more!

Lineup is subject to change without notice.

Hoku Nai'a is our stable, double-deck power catamaran.

Her spacious observation deck is perfect for viewing the Pacific Airshow in Huntington Beach. For your comfort, there are lightly-padded cushions adorned with bespoke marine wildlife designs on the bench seats. The upper deck is mostly covered for sun protection.

There is also a bar with water, soft drinks, beer, wine, and hard seltzers available to purchase.

The main deck is fully enclosed, while large windows on both sides provide plenty of viewing angles. Bench seats with tables and a lounge area are perfect for those wanting to enjoy refreshments.

There are two restrooms on the main deck.

You will enjoy upscale décor throughout the vessel that celebrates Dana Point’s famous surfing culture and recognition as the Dolphin and Whale Watching Capital of the World®.

En route to and from Huntington Beach, you'll have the opportunity to view dolphins and whales, including humpback whales and minke whales, as well as sea lions, sharks or other fish, pelagic birds, and more.

Due to time constraints, we cannot spend an extended amount of time watching animals. This is not a dedicated wildlife viewing cruise.

Info: This itinerary is an estimate. Travel time and overall cruise duration may vary depending on wildlife viewing and other factors out of our control such as airshow timing or wind and sea surface conditions.

Info: Breakfast burrito made with an extra-large 14-inch tortilla and filled with hashbrowns, eggs, cheese, and bacon. The vegetarian option is made without bacon. Salsa on the side.Fresh fruit salad. Coffee station. Orange and cranberry juice. Citrus-infused water

Info: Throughout the cruise, you can buy assorted dry snacks, water, soda, beer, hard seltzers, and wine on board. And of course, Mrs. Capt. Dave’s famous triple fudge brownies will be served as a special treat!

Info: Freshly grilled Angus beef burger with optional cheese or a freshly grilled plant-based burger. Burger toppings include lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles. Caesar salad. Fresh fruit salad. Potato chips. Citrus-infused water.

Info: A snack of nachos with tortilla chips, cheese, salsa, and jalapeños.

Info: Throughout the cruise, you can buy assorted dry snacks, water, soda, beer, hard seltzers, and wine on board. And of course, Mrs. Capt. Dave’s famous triple fudge brownies will be served as a special treat!

Info: Return time is airshow dependent. This is an estimated arrival time back to Dana Point Harbor

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