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Tours/San Diego/Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

4.9(638)San Diego3 hours
VIATOR4.9(205)TRIPADVISOR4.9(433)
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
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Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

At a glance

Duration
3 hours
Price from
$568 / person
Rating
4.9 / 5 · 638 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 6
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
PLEASE NOTE: A physical boarding pass will be required to board your assigned sailboat. Your boarding pass will be provided at our Sail San Diego office. You can find us directly across the road from the Brigantine Restaurant (a few doors down from Paragon Deli, underneath Eye Candy beauty salon).
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Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Diego

Description

Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina sailboat is limited to six (6) guests allowing you a comfortable, semi-private experience (or, purchase all 6 tickets and grab five friends to have a completely private sail!). Sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks as you watch the sun slowly drop behind the gentle contours of Point Loma with the glistening city lights behind you. Departure times vary throughout the year. Guest must contact Sail San Diego after purchase for the exact departure time. Please note this activity does require a minimum of 3 guests total in order to sail. If members in your group are booking their tickets separately, please call Sail San Diego so they can ensure you're on the same boat. If they don't know ahead of time, you may be seated on separate boats!

Tour Options

Small-Group Sunset Sailing
  • 3-hour sunset sail, complimentary snacks and beverages. Sunset sail departs approximately 2 hours prior to sunset

Itinerary

Admission included180 min

Whether you’re on vacation, celebrating a special occasion or just looking to take advantage of a beautiful Southern California day, this small-group sailing trip in San Diego is a great way to spend time on the water with your loved one or a group of friends. Set sail on a sunset cruise that takes you out on the Bay and the Pacific to watch the sunset. Your captain will ensure that you have the best possible time on the water. As you admire the views, enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks. If you get chilly, grab one of the provided blankets, or purchase a jacket or sweater at their store during check-in. And use the provided binoculars to admire the coastline or look for wildlife! You can even stream your own music to the boat’s Bluetooth speakers. Please note: The boat is limited to six (6) passengers. To make it a private adventure, book all six spaces and bring along five friends!

Pass by

Sail San Diego's private marina is located in the Point Loma / Shelter Island neighborhood. Your sunset sail will pass by the Point Loma lighthouse.

Pass by

See the new and old lighthouses on Point Loma during your San Diego sunset sailing tour with Sail San Diego.

Pass by

We aim to pass by the USS Midway so you get to see it from a different point of view. Our private sunset sails offer the ability to sail directly next to the USS Midway museum! Book all 6 tickets to ensure a private experience for your group.

Pass by

You'll always see the Coronado Bridge on one of Sail San Diego's sunset sails. Sometimes up close, sometimes from a distance. Always impressive.

Pass by

We always sail right by Coronado Island during our sunset sails!

Highlights

3-hour evening sailing cruise
Complimentary light beers and hard seltzers. Please note the minimum drinking age in the US is 21 yrs.
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks

What's included

Included
3-hour evening sailing cruise
Complimentary light beers and hard seltzers. Please note the minimum drinking age in the US is 21 yrs.
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks
Not included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You must contact Sail San Diego after purchase for the exact departure time, as departure times vary throughout the year.
  • Please note: Each booking is limited to six (6) passengers. If you have friends or family booking separately, please let the operator know in advance to ensure you're on the same boat; otherwise, you may be seated on different boats.
  • This is not a guided tour; our captains don't provide a commentary but are always happy to share what they know! Don't be shy asking questions.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion take?

Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 6 stops.

How much does Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion cost?

Prices start at $568 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is PLEASE NOTE: A physical boarding pass will be required to board your assigned sailboat. Your boarding pass will be provided at our Sail San Diego office. You can find us directly across the road from the Brigantine Restaurant (a few doors down from Paragon Deli, underneath Eye Candy beauty salon).. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Please note: Each booking is limited to six (6) passengers. If you have friends or family booking separately, please let the operator know in advance to ensure you're on the same boat; otherwise, you may be seated on different boats.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Wheelchair accessible

Reviews(638)

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Lois_K
September 8, 2026
Great sailing

Bring your own wine. There wasnt any only beer but pllenty of other beverages. Snacks were only potatoe chips so also keep that in mind. Captain did a great job in inturbulent waves and docking.

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W8446KRalisas
August 10, 2026
This is a MUST do!!! Ask for Greg.

Highlight of our trip! Met the owners, such a lovely couple. And our Captain, Greg was just the best. I recommend him over & over. It was four moms with their for 12 year old daughters. Greg entertained us, laughed with us and was just amazing with the girls. We hope to do it again next year!! Thanks GREG!!

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Inspire517130
August 10, 2026
A Salute to Captain Dave

We took our daughter, son-in-law and two grandsons on their first sunset sail and they LOVED it! Captain Dave is the BEST and having the entire sailboat to ourselves made it even more fun. His experience as a tour guide made him incredibly knowledgable about what we were seeing, especially all of the naval installations. He is also an amazing photographer! Not only did we make special memories, we have pics of those memories to cherish forever (and to use on our annual Christmas card!). Almost everyone had chance to be the ‘captain’ and sail a bit. Can’t forget his yacht rock - best playlist ever! (Might have helped we also ordered a bottle of prosecco to toast the sunset). Highly recommend sailing with Captain Dave. Looking forward to our next trip with him!

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Ranhood
August 5, 2026
Capt Dave made it great!

Capt Dave Hobbs was outstanding! He was fun and informative. He made the trip super fun!! Easy and simple process - we had a great time!! Tks!

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851tedk
August 4, 2026
6 hours of private sailing

Beautiful day, amazing sailboat, our Captain, Captain Greg was the best.

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Y7740RItedm
July 31, 2026
sunset with captain Kinley

Our Captain Kinley was the most kind and personable person imaginable, he was fun to converse with and went out of his way to show us unique features like the submarine base, the sea lions, and he even found Dolphins swimming in the bay. He even gave us information on how he sets sails and indicators in the sails to control the boat. He timed the sunset perfectly so we had the best views ever! The sail boat was the perfect size, large enough to have a bathroom and small enough to have a great sailing experience with no sea sickness. We would highly recommend this company for a great experience and they have many boats that are all top quality with personable captains. Thanks Ted

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SoCalmom23
July 29, 2026
Couldn't Get Any Better!

Captain Rick took us out for an amazing, private sail on the water (2 adult couples.) He was so friendly, easy going, knowledgeable about the area and all the things happening on the water and in the air. We highly recommend him, the tour company, SAIL San Diego, and the sunset sail experience. We saw seals, dolphins and several species of birds. There was a good selection of complimentary drinks (soda, sparkling water, beer, seltzers) and chips available. We also brought some additional snacks for our charcuterie board. Our out of town guests were so grateful we booked this experience. There is truly not one thing to complain about: from booking to check-in, boarding, the sail itself, and a final send off complete with a great group photo. Very well run operation. Thank you!

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Rebecca_M
July 22, 2026
Perfect in every way

Perfect and dreamy. Captain Rick was knowledgeable, kind, and really easy to talk with.. There was nothing confusing or weird at all about the experience. It was just easy and fun and delightful. The check-in was professional and in a nice well kept location, and the on boarding process was smooth. Highly recommend.

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Grace_K
July 21, 2026
Richard was a great...

Richard was a great captain! Beautiful night, and a great experience. Worth every penny. Would highly recommend.

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Travis_J
July 15, 2026
Perfect Sunset Cruise!

The sunset cruise was amazing. We did the 3 hour tour and it was well worth it. Henley was an incredible captain. Very knowledgeable and informative. We saw plenty of sea lions and even a couple Navy Seal boats cruising through the harbor. The boat was clean. They even had a fridge to store some of our food. We will definitely sail again on our next visit.

$568/ person
4.9(638)
Duration3 hours
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–6 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorSail San Diego
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