Sail privately in San Diego Bay with drinks and snacks included
3 Hours
Up to 12 people
Beer, snacks, Captain
Bareboat charters do not include a captain; licensed captains charge $50/hour (or $75 on bank holidays) plus tip, paid directly after the trip. Special Occasion Bareboat Charters also have a $150 captain fee due after the trip. No smoking, hard alcohol, or red wine.
Reservations are 100% refundable if canceled outside of 72 hours of the date of departure. If Sail San Diego cancels for any reason, you can receive a full refund.
Check in 20–30 minutes before departure. You’ll need a physical boarding pass to board, which you’ll receive at the office during check-in.
Yes. You can bring outside beverages and snacks; hand-held foods are recommended. Note that smoking, hard alcohol, and red wine are not allowed.
Drugs are strictly prohibited (including marijuana) while underway or at the marina. If the captain sees or smells marijuana, the vessel will return to the dock and Harbor Police will be called.
Shelter Island
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