Laguna Niguel-Dana Point|Local Event
Pacific Airshow & Whale Watch Safari | Dana Point to Huntington Beach
Event Details
Pacific Airshow Safari: Escape the Crowds, Elevate Your View
Take in the amazing sights and sounds of military and civilian aircraft performing jaw-dropping acrobatic feats from the comfort of our 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.
LIVE NARRATION
Fan-favorite Matt "Shorty" Stumpf is back for another round of his high-energy and often comedic commentary!
Matt takes a unique approach to narrating what you see, looking beyond the pilot or plane and telling the stories they represent.
➡️ BOOK NOW while Early Bird Pricing is available: https://www.dolphinsafari.com/... or call 949-488-2828
WHAT'S INCLUDED
✈️ Amazing views of the airshow from the water
🛩️ This year, the Pacific Airshow is celebrating 10 years of unbelievable aerial performances
🎤 Informative and entertaining live narration from aviation enthusiast Matt Stumpf
🐳 Opportunities to view dolphins, whales, and other marine life along the coast
🌯 Large breakfast burrito with vegetarian option included
☕ Coffee and orange juice included
🛥️ Stable double-deck power catamaran with panoramic views
👪 Over 50% reduced capacity for a spacious experience
🍺 Soft drinks, water, beer, hard seltzers, and wine available for purchase
WHEN: Saturday, October 3 and Sunday, October 4
DEPARTURE TIME: 8:00 am from Dana Point Harbor
DURATION: About 11 hours
• The journey itself is part of the adventure. Dolphins, sea lions, and even whales are sometimes spotted along the Orange County coastline on our way to Huntington Beach.
• Enjoy lunch flexibility. Bring your own lunch and snacks, or pick up grab-and-go sandwiches and other items during check-in at our Dolphin Deck.
Featured 2026 Performers
- United States Air Force Thunderbirds
- Canadian Forces Snowbirds
- United States Air Force F-35A Lightning II Demonstration Team
- United States Air Force Heritage Flight featuring P-38 Lightning
- United States Navy F-35C Lightning II Demo
- United States Navy EA-18G Growler Airshow Team
- United States Navy F/A-18 West Coast Rhino Demo Team
- NORAD Interdiction Demo
- Royal Air Force Falcons Parachute Team
- Greg Colyer - Ace Maker T-33
- Jeff Boerboon — Extra 330SC
- Emma McDonald — Extra 300L
- Mike Goulian — Extra 330SC
- Bob Carlton - FoxJet Sailplane
- Torrey Ward - SubSonex Microjet
- Jason Somes — MiG-17
- NASA Flyover
- Franky Zapata — Flyboard Air / AirScooter
- Luke Czepiela — STOL Carbon Cub
- Goodyear Blimp
Performer participation and schedules are determined by Pacific Airshow organizers and participating performers and are subject to change without notice. Performances and schedules may vary by event day.