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The 15 Best Sailing Trips in San Diego

44 tours  ·  from $53 a head

Small crews, real sail handling and no engine noise, which is a different afternoon from a narrated cruise. The 15 below cover the America’s Cup yachts, the afternoon charters and the sunset runs, priced by group size.

Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline - Captains make a major difference
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Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline

1.Sunset Sail Along the San Diego Skyline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 603 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $109Our pick

Sail San Diego Bay at sunset in a six-person yacht, with skyline views, bean bag seating, marine life, and a relaxed two-hour route.

“A beautiful cruise on a comfortable boat. Friendly and knowledgeable captain. An enjoyable way to end a day visiting San Diego.”

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Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion - Point Loma and its two lighthouses
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Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

2.Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 592 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $127

Sail San Diego Bay at sunset on a six-person Catalina-style boat with skyline views, complimentary drinks, snacks, blankets, and a relaxed captain.

“Sailing with our family and Captain Dave was so relaxing. Our highlight was seeing a family of dolphins with two youngsters. The weather was beautiful.”

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Small-Group San Diego Afternoon Sailing Excursion - Point Loma Lighthouses and the Open Pacific
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Small-Group San Diego Afternoon Sailing Excursion

3.Small-Group San Diego Afternoon Sailing Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 531 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $116

Review of Sail San Diego’s small-group afternoon sail, with harbor views, wildlife, drinks, music, route details, pricing, and practical tips.

“It was fantastic. We opted for the open water excursion. The captain was very chill and professional. The sailboat was much nicer than the photos indicated. I plan on taking this ride on my next trip to San Diego.”

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San Diego Bay Sail Aboard a Vintage Yacht Beer and Wine Included - Meeting at Safe Harbor Sunroad
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San Diego Bay Sail Aboard a Vintage Yacht Beer and Wine Included

Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group - The USS Midway and Embarcadero views
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Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

5.Deluxe Sunset & Day Sail Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 245 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Review of San Diego’s six-person sunset sail, with bay landmarks, drinks, marine life, captain tips, pricing, and practical booking advice.

“This was an awesome trip in the bay. Very peaceful and relaxing. Captain Ann was very accommodating and knowledgeable.”

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2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sunset Sail with Drinks - Meeting the captain at Harbor Island
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2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sunset Sail with Drinks

6.2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sunset Sail with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 223 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Sail San Diego Bay at sunset on a six-person catamaran with beer, wine, sea lions, skyline views, and minimal motor use.

“We had an amazing sunset cruise with Captain Kaya! She was fun, easygoing, and incredibly engaging throughout the trip. Her laid-back personality made us feel totally comfortable, and she struck the perfect balance between being informative and entertaining. We learned so much during the cruise, and the views were absolutely stunning. It was one of the highlights of our trip, and we would absolutely do it again. Highly recommend Captain Kaya if you’re looking for a memorable and relaxed experience on the water!”

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Luxury Sailing Tour of San Diego's Bay and Coastal Waterways - The downtown skyline from the bay
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Luxury Sailing Tour of San Diego’s Bay and Coastal Waterways

7.Luxury Sailing Tour of San Diego’s Bay and Coastal Waterways

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 187 reviews · from $119

Sail San Diego Bay aboard a 34-foot Catalina with a local captain, small groups, skyline views, snacks, and sunset departures.

“My parents and I had a beautiful time sailing the San Diego Bay through Viator. Our captain Peter was wonderful! He had years of sailing experience, was very knowledgeable (and easily answered my parents million questions hahRead more”

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San Diego: San Diego Bay Sunset & Daytime Sailing Experience - The first views: downtown, the USS Midway, and historic ships
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San Diego: San Diego Bay Sunset & Daytime Sailing Experience

8.San Diego Bay Sunset & Daytime Sailing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 181 reviews · 2 hours · from $89Best value

Sail San Diego Bay for two hours past the USS Midway, skyline, and Coronado, with wine, sea lions, and sunset views from $89.

“This was the absolute highlight of our trip! The sailboat was gorgeous, Captain Rick was the best, and overall, we were beyond happy with our experience!”

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2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay - Starting at Harbor Island Drive
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2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

9.2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Sail San Diego Bay privately with Captain Liz aboard a clean six-person yacht, with custom sights, sea lions, skyline views, snacks, and champagne.

“Captain Liz is awesome. Very accommodating and knowledgeable about the sea life and area. Such a beautiful and relaxing evening with family and friends. Great experience, we are grateful and blessed. Will return again.”

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Daytime Sailing Along San Diego's Skyline - Leaving Safeharbor Sunroad Marina
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Daytime Sailing Along San Diego’s Skyline

10.Daytime Sailing Along San Diego’s Skyline

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 145 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Sail San Diego Bay for two hours with wine, sea lions, skyline views, and a small group aboard a comfortable six-seat yacht.

“So fun and such great hospitality from Captain Nick and his content creator, Helena. He was so attentive to keeping us comfortable and making sure we had all we needed to enjoy our afternoon on the water. 100% worth every penny because how do you put a value on experiencing San Diego from the water? Would do again!!”

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Luxury Catamaran Sailing Charter of San Diego - Mission Bay to the Pacific Ocean
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Luxury Catamaran Sailing Charter of San Diego

11.Luxury Catamaran Sailing Charter of San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.)

Sail privately from San Diego to La Jolla or Sunset Cliffs on a luxury catamaran with crew service, wildlife views, and flexible trip lengths.

“The whole experience was enjoyable. We plan on doing another trip again. The crew was awesome. They took us out and we saw dolphins up close and personal.”

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2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Adventure with Drinks - Meeting the captain at Harbor Island Drive
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2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Adventure with Drinks

12.2.5-Hour Small-Group Catamaran Sailing Adventure with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 86 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Sail San Diego Bay aboard a spacious catamaran with a maximum of six people, complimentary drinks, sea life, skyline views, and expert captains.

“A wonderful sailing experience with an experienced and knowledgeable Captain Ryan. A very personable fellow who made this adventure quite memorable. Catamaran was clean and ship shape.”

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San Diego Sunset or Afternoon Sail on Classic Yacht - A calm sail, not a party boat
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San Diego Sunset or Afternoon Sail on Classic Yacht

2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests - Along Seaport Village with the waterfront in view
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2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests

14.2.5 Hour Private Sunset Sailing Tour in San Diego up to 12 guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $260

Watch San Diego turn gold on a private 2.5-hour sail with harbor landmarks, snacks, blankets, and a close look at the Coronado Bridge.

“Great experience to see the harbor and the San Diego Skyline! Beautiful views and lots of fun! We had a group of 13 girls on the sail for a bachelorette party and we were well taken care of!”

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2-Hour Sunset Sail from San Diego - Point Loma and the Pacific sunset
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2-Hour Sunset Sail from San Diego

15.2-Hour Sunset Sail from San Diego

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 72 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Watch the Pacific sunset from a classic yacht on a small San Diego sail with wine, snacks, marine life, and harbor views.

“I'll give you 3 1/2 stars. Captain Charlie was very good. Sailing duration was 1hr 35 minutes not 2 hours as advertised. I am not sure I would take this sailing again. Price versus value received requires a max rating of 3 1/2 stars. Good time, not a GREAT Time.”

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