USA · BOAT TOURS IN SAN DIEGO
The 5 best boat tours in San Diego you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Cruise San Diego Bay for one or two hours with indoor and outdoor seating, narration, Navy ships, the Coronado Bridge, sea lions, and skyline views. Guides such as Rusty and MC JJ bring local history to life. Choose a North Bay or South Bay route on the one-hour option.
“Great trip nice crew will take the two hour tour sometime soon. Didn’t have to worry about getting sea sick, very smooth ride.”
Join guides such as Fathom aboard America, a replica of the 1851 America’s Cup winner, for a 4 to 4.5-hour sail from Shelter Island. Watch for gray whales, dolphins, sea lions, and Navy ships while enjoying snacks, sodas, wide decks, and a whale sighting guarantee.
“Amazing day! Knowledgeable and friendly crew. We were apprehensive that with the open schooner it would be too windy. Perfect day!, They supplied blankets but ww didn't need them. We saw so many whales and dolphins playing out in the ocean. We would go again, and definitely recommend this experience!!”
Cruise from Mission Bay into the Pacific in 2 to 3 hours, with naturalists such as Allison and Jennifer pointing out whales, dolphins, sea lions, and landmarks. The boat has restrooms, a galley, open viewing areas, and free parking on Quivira Road.
“We were on our way back after seeing hundreds of dolphins, when all of a sudden the whales appeared!”
Take a Flagship harbor cruise with live English narration, indoor and outdoor seating, and views of San Diego’s skyline, naval fleet, sea lions, and Coronado Bridge. Choose a one-hour north or south route, or take the two-hour cruise for both sides of the bay. Guides such as Rusty, Max, and JJ add local detail.
“What a beautiful way to see the city! And we saw wild sea lions, as well as an osprey aircraft! Our guide was fantastic!”
The Patriot Jet Boat takes you across San Diego Bay in 30 minutes of sharp turns, 360-degree spins, fast runs, and loud rock music. You will pass the USS Midway, naval ships, the Coronado Bridge, the Maritime Museum, and downtown. Ponchos are provided, but plan on getting wet.
“Fun! All the tricks and turns were so unexpected and I love it! Boat was clean , provided ponchos , u get a little wet butt going major!! Would definitely recommend”
Pick a skyline, a canyon or a coastline.
