Charter a private sailing yacht in San Diego with your own captain and crew
2-4
15-22 people
Captain & crew, Drinks, Snacks
Set sail on a private yacht with your group and a US Coast Guard certified captain and crew. Enjoy a relaxed cruise with complimentary non-alcoholic drinks and snacks on board.
All guests must sign a digital sailing waiver before boarding (you can also sign at check-in). Drugs are strictly prohibited, including marijuana.
100% refundable if canceled more than 72 hours before departure. If Sail San Diego cancels for any reason, you can receive a full refund.
Yes. Have every guest sign the digital sailing waiver before arrival. If needed, you can also sign when you check in at the office.
Bring your physical boarding pass. You’ll receive it when you check in at the Sail San Diego office.
Check in 20–30 minutes before departure. Gates open 10 minutes prior to departure.
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