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A unique two-hour sailing Experience aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna. Limited to six people. Watch for playful dolphins, sea lions, and pelicans. Get hands-on or sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of the city's skyline and waterfront attractions as we sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels and your local Captain shares his knowledge of sailing and San Diego. We invite you to celebrate a special occasion with your partner, family or group and capture the moments in breathtaking photos. No sailing experience is needed for this family-friendly outing, but participation is welcome. We love sharing our knowledge and experience. Choose a public or private tour option when you book. Snacks and bottled water included. Feel free to bring your own easy to handle alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and snacks. Free cancellation, 100% refund up to 24 hours before your reservation.
We depart from Safe Harbor Marina on Harbor Island, adjacent to the San Diego Airport, and raise sail on the calm waters of San Diego Bay. Get hands-on or sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of iconic attractions.
Watch for playful dolphins, sea lions, and pelicans.
Sail among tall ships, mega-yachts, and military vessels as we pass the world famous Maritime Museum of San Diego. Get up close to the US Midway.
The Coronado Bridge sweeps gracefully over San Diego Bay in a long, elegant curve, its pale blue arches glowing against the water and sky like a ribbon of light.
Sailing on San Diego Bay is excellent year-round, with steady afternoon winds and calm water.
Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 5 stops.
Prices start at $11 per person for this San Diego experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
The meeting point is Turn into the Marina parking lot just before the flag pole. Park in the far left corner near the docks. Wait for Captain Doyle at “Gate 1 Docks A thru D”. Please arrive 20 minutes early. GPS coordinates 32.725525, -117.193310 . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in EN.
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 21 verified reviews; it is run by Spectacular San Diego Bay Sailing. Most-mentioned highlights: Bottled water and snacks; Private Tour If Option Chosen; Two hour Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay.
Fantastic experience! Captain Aiden was capable, knowledgeable, and friendly. My daughter and I had a great time sailing the harbor and learning about the various boats we saw along with the architecture and history of San Diego. Aiden helped me work on my sailing skills too. Great time and I highly recommend it!
This was a great trip. Loved the sailing. We had the best time with captain Larry and would definitely do again.
Captain Doyle was absolutely amazing. The trip around the bay provided fantastic views of the bay. Couldn't have been easier to book. Just allow for extra time to get to the marina as traffic can skew the ETA.
We had a fantastic afternoon sail. The captain was personable, knowledgeable, and obviously experienced. We were even invited to assist with crewing and steering! Of course, any sailing trip on the San Diego Bay is delightful, but the fact we got to actually participate made this one Stand Out Among the rest!
Captain Larry was a great host. He has a lot of stories to share and is happy to make anyone as comfortable as possible on the cruise. I would recommend to all who visit San Diego.
A great way to see the Bay and so relaxing. The skipper is really interesting and in terms of sailing you can do as much or as little as you want. We had a super afternoon and would highly recommend the trip
We had a great time with Captain Larry on a fine, sunny, windy day in San Diego. There was a bit of fast sailing in a stiff wind followed by a leisurely passage back to the dock. It was beautiful and fun. Larry is a delightful and excellent captain who loves boats, and Captain Aidan is a lifelong boat lover and a sweetheart. If you love sailing, you'll love going out with Larry or Aidan. We can't wait to go again next time we're in town.
100% top tier experience! The guys are knowledgeable and fun. 10/10 would recommend
Perfect birthday sail with Captain Larry—beautiful food and wine, curated music, stunning views, and his deep knowledge of the Bay made it unforgettable
A thoroughly enjoyable time out on the water on a solid, comfortable boat with a knowledgable and affable captain. I'm not a sailor, and I had an absolutely wonderful experience. Highly recommend!
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay | 2 hours | 5.0 (21) | $11 | |
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