Top San Diego On the Water - page 4

Help to steer and sail one of San Diego’s iconic tall ships, the Schooner Califonian, on this group tour. Not many people can say they’ve sailed a tall ship, but you will be able to make that claim. Besides the chance to help sail this ship, this tour also includes a self-guided tour of the Maritime Museum of San Diego to enrich your seafaring knowledge.

Ahoy Island Cruiser! Looking for a fun, spacious, chic and vibey 62ft Motor Yacht with a HUGE party deck? Look no further! Turn ANY occasion (Anniversary, Birthday, Bachelor/Bachelorette, Corporate Event, Engagement, Gender Reveal, Memorial at Sea, Wedding) into a celebration aboard your own private yacht-for-a-day with... Activities & Tours? Choose your adventure OR do them all in 3-4 Hours! 1. Cruise San Diego Bay, Tour the Downtown San Diego Skyline, See Embarcadero Park, Get up-close and underneath the USS Midway flight deck, See the Rady Shell Amphitheatre and Pass through the arches of the Coronado Bridge! 2. Drop Anchor & Swim at Glorietta Bay Coronado near the World Famous Coronado Bridge & Party at Sea! When anchored, jump in for a swim, lay out on the tuuurific covered bow, grill out, eat charcuterie, shake cocktails, karaoke, and enjoy the Downtown San Diego Skyline from the dance floor!

Swap crowded ferries and sightseeing tours for a much more intimate alternative—a private boat trip exclusively for your personal group. Set off in the morning for a better chance of spotting wildlife, and benefit from having a captain to take care of the navigating and driving, so you can focus on the views.

Discover the elegance of JADA, a classic 1938 yacht, now rebranded as The Queen of San Diego. Ideal for private celebrations, corporate events, and sunset sails, this stunning 65-foot vessel offers a unique atmosphere for every occasion. Enjoy the beautiful San Diego Bay while celebrating milestones, entertaining clients, or indulging in Rady Shell evenings. Experience history and luxury as you sail on this renowned yacht. - Perfect for birthdays, anniversaries, and reunions - Client entertaining with a focus on quiet luxury - Sunset sails and Rady Shell concert nights available - Conveniently berthed at Sheraton San Diego Marina

For 7 to 14 people. Enjoy a unique family-style gondola cruise through the scenic canals and waterways of Coronado Cays. This 50-minute journey accommodates up to 14 passengers, making it perfect for groups seeking a relaxing and memorable experience on the water. Select wines, non-alcoholic beverages, and assorted chocolates are available for purchase to enhance your cruise. Reservations are required, ensuring a tailored experience for your group. - 50-minute gondola cruise through Coronado Cays canals - Perfect for groups of up to 14 passengers - Optional purchases include wines and chocolates - Reservations required For 7 people minimum up to 14 passengers. Small groups of 2 to 6 passengers should book the "Gondola Cruise through the Coronado Cays" package.

Bring a towel and swimsuit down to Cass St in San Diego, and be ready to hang ten. Join this small group surf lesson with some of the best instructors in town to have a great time on the water. Surfing is one of San Diego’s most popular sports, so don’t have a chance to get out there and try it. After, the rest of the day is yours to explore as you like.

San Diego is famous for its bay, so get out on it and catch some fish with this small group tour. This is an economical choice, so you’re not renting the entire boat yourself, but sharing it with your group of 10 max. No need to bring tackle and bait because all your fishing gear is provided for you. Your captain will even take you to the best spots to catch a fish.

Book the entire boat for your group — no strangers, no shared space, just your crew and Captain Phil on San Diego Bay. Liberty is a classic 41-ft Friendship sloop skippered by a USCG-licensed captain with 55 years of sailing experience. Your private charter delivers the most personal way to experience San Diego from the water — calm, unhurried, and entirely yours. Included: craft beer, California white wine, soft drinks, and packaged snacks. Sail past the San Diego skyline, Coronado Bridge, and USS Midway at your own pace. Ideal for celebrations, anniversaries, and groups who simply want the boat to themselves. All private charters are 2.5 hours. Paid marina parking available. Gratuity for the captain is appreciated and not included.

Take in views of San Diego's top attractions from the deck of your own private yacht—yours for a few hours, anyway. This private catamaran cruise for up to six people allows you to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze, listening to commentary from your captain. Keep watch for whales, sea lions, and dolphins while enjoying provided snacks and bottled water.

Learn the basics of surfing in San Diego at a beach with gentle waves that are perfect for beginners. This semi-private surf lesson has a low student-to-instructor ratio for personalized attention from a highly trained team. Start on the beach to get a handle on surf essentials like safety, paddling, standing up, and wave etiquette, and then head out into the waves to put your new skills into practice.

This is the ultimate way to explore San Diego by land and sea. Instead of being stuck on a crowded tour bus/boat, take control of your sightseeing and have an independent sightseeing adventure instead. Enjoy the thrill of driving your own speedboat, and have the chance to ride a GPS-guided storytelling scooter. No need to feel time pressures—each segment of the tour can be done on different days depending on your preferences.

Christened in 1934, Cloudia is a beautifully restored, rare example of a classic Norwegian double ended ketch. Inspired by the original designs of famed naval architect Colin Archer (1832-1921), from Larvik, Norway, the Cloudia is a Listerskøyte. The top-sail ketch is notable for durability and safety. Archer’s shipyard designed and constructed the famed Fram, which participated in a number of expeditions to the North Pole and later supported Roald Amundsen’s historic first expedition to the South Pole. The Cloudia is rigged as a topsail ketch in the British or American style, which means there are 2 two-piece masts which allow her to carry more sail than a traditional Norwegian rig with shorter single masts. Cloudia’s main mast is 85 feet high including the top-jack. Many different woods were used to craft the ship, including Norwegian white oak, sapele hardwood, Douglas fir, Alaskan yellow cedar, and Ipe Brazilian hardwood. Come experience History!

Head out for a private adventure in the San Diego Bay aboard the 32-foot Sea Esta sailing Catamaran. You'll get the chance to take in views of the city and its naval base as you sail. If you're lucky, you may even sea local aquatic life such as sea lions, dolphins, and even whales.

What makes this experience truly special is the blend of refined European luxury and a relaxed, intimate atmosphere without the feel of a large group tour. You will be sailing aboard a beautifully crafted French yacht designed for luxury cruising. With limited capacity on board there is plenty of space to move freely, unwind on deck and enjoy a more personal unhurried sail across San Diego Bay. Your captain Dylan is friendly knowledgeable and passionate about sailing the bay. He creates a warm easygoing environment while maintaining professional seamanship and attentive hospitality. Whether you would like to learn about sailing, take the helm, sip a glass of wine or simply relax and enjoy the views. Every sail feels thoughtfully curated and designed to feel less like a tour and more like being welcomed aboard a beautiful yacht for a memorable day on the water.

At Aqua Foils, we exclusively employ the finest and most advanced eFoil technology, as well as cutting-edge safety and communication equipment. Our choice, the LIFT eFoil, guarantees an epic and incredibly smooth flying experience that you won't forget. Our instruction approach is world-class, characterized by a blend of humor and a relaxed atmosphere, ensuring you feel at ease while flying with us.