Midday sail in San Diego with drinks and snacks included
3 Hours
Up to 6 people
Captain, Drinks, Snacks
Head out for a 3-hour public sail in San Diego Bay and/or the open Pacific Ocean. Relax or lean into the wind—your captain sets the pace.
No smoking, hard alcohol, or red wine onboard. Gratuity (tip) for the captain is encouraged.
100% refundable if canceled more than 72 hours before departure. If Sail San Diego cancels for any reason, you can receive a full refund.
No. This public sailing experience departs only if at least 3 guests have booked.
Check in 20–30 minutes before departure. You need a physical boarding pass to board, and gates open 10 minutes before departure.
Yes. Each guest must sign a digital waiver before arrival, or you can sign when you check in.
2720 Shelter Island Drive
Sail San Diego delivers consistently exceptional experiences on the water, earning praise from virtually everyone who steps aboard. The company runs intimate sails with a maximum of six guests, creating a personalized atmosphere that feels more like sailing with a knowledgeable friend than a commercial tour. Multiple experienced captains rotate through the fleet—including Greg, Dave, Stu, Rich, and Frank—and guests rave about their sailing expertise, local knowledge, and genuine personalities. The booking process is refreshingly smooth from start to finish. Staff make thoughtful touches like calling ahead with details, coordinating food pickups from nearby restaurants, and greeting guests warmly at the dock. On the water, captains skillfully handle everything from gusty conditions to relaxed sunset cruises while pointing out landmarks and answering questions. Many reviewers highlight spotting dolphins and enjoying spectacular skyline views. The boats themselves are clean and well-equipped, with some captains providing music, snacks, and drinks. Whether you choose a midday harbor sail or sunset cruise, expect a relaxing yet engaging experience that consistently ranks as a trip highlight.
What a fun day being a tourist in our home town. We had done the sunset cruise in the past. Which is awesome by the way, especially when there are concerts going on at the Rady Shell. Having received a gift certificate as a birthday gift I went online to book another sunset cruise. Then I saw on their website it was whale watching season. What a fun morning. Captain Greg was amazing and really gave us a great experience. We saw whales and dolphins. It was a perfect day to go out on the water. I would definitely do it again to entertain friends visiting from out of town. Highly recommend!
MBS
March 31, 2026
What a fun day being a tourist in our home town. We had done the sunset cruise in the past. Which is awesome by the way, especially when there are concerts going on at the Rady Shell. Having received a gift certificate as a birthday gift I went online to book another sunset cruise. Then I saw on their website it was whale watching season. What a fun morning. Captain Greg was amazing and really gave us a great experience. We saw whales and dolphins. It was a perfect day to go out on the water. I would definitely do it again to entertain friends visiting from out of town. Highly recommend!
MBS
March 31, 2026