Top California Catamaran Cruises

With this San Diego harbor cruise, you can check off views of a selection of San Diego’s most important monuments, without encountering crowds or traffic. Simply enjoy a stress-free sail through the water in a large catamaran, and benefit from a full bar on board, so you can purchase drinks along the way.

Admire a perspective on Newport Beach and its coastline that few other visitors get to see, and enjoy a special start to your evening out, on this bay cruise. After setting off, soak in views of the illuminated shoreline as the sun starts to set. With an on-board bar available (additional expense), enjoy a comfortable, relaxed way to sightsee without navigating traffic, parking, or marina logistics on your own.

Enjoy sailing the Monterey Bay without engine noise. You will be offered a complimentary beverage after your captain hoists the sails and catches the wind to make for a peaceful and exciting cruise on the bay. On the way out of the harbor, look out for sea lions, sea otters, and harbor seals. Once you pass the breakwater, the sailing fun begins and you can relax with a beverage while your captain takes care of you. Be sure to be on the look out for whales and dolphins while you sail! Our spacious and comfortable catamaran is the perfect vehicle for exploring the bay and searching for wildlife! You have a chance to see sea otter, sea lions, harbor seals, dolphins and whales!

Keep your eyes peeled for majestic whales on this group whale watching excursion from Long Beach. Your captain takes you to the best spots to search for whales, while you sit and relax aboard your cruise boat. There’s a restroom on the boat, so no need to worry. You can also purchase water, soda, and snacks, so bring some money with you.

Get close up views of amazing marine wildlife with one of the best whale watching tours on the coast, Davey's Locker. From our unique 360-viewing walk around boat feature you can see giant blue whales, humpback whales, meg pods of dolphins and more. Enjoy our low passenger capacity means more room and relaxation for you. Our favorite spot onboard is up front, where you can catch sight of bow-riding dolphins!

Discover a new side of Monterey—and get up close and personal with its wetlands and wildlife—on this family-friendly boat tour. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and hop aboard your electric-powered catamaran. The boat offers up-close views of the Elkhorn Slough, an estuary that’s home to animals ranging from sea lions and otters to bird species and more. Learn more as you go from your naturalist guide.

Bypass the line and head directly to the gate with your prebooked tickets for this San Francisco Bay sightseeing cruise. This sunset cruise takes you across the bay with outstanding views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz Island. Relax while background music sets the tone. Watch the sunset or select a city lights cruise during winter months.

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.

Sail along the San Francisco waterfront at night, when the bridges and skyline come alive with lights. Hop aboard your sailing boat at Pier 39 and cruise toward the Bay Bridge, catching views of the Transamerica Pyramid, Salesforce Tower, Coit Tower, Ferry Building, and Bay Bridge dressed up in lights. Have two drinks on board before heading back to the pier.

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.

Spend an evening gourmet wining and dining aboard the ‘Spirit of San Diego,’ enjoying top-notch food and drink while you soak up skyline views. During this San Diego dinner cruise, you sip a complimentary cocktail and enjoy live on-board entertainment as you cruise 25 miles of California’s coastline and gaze at the stars above.

Spend a day on Catalina Island, a Pacific getaway just one hour from Long Beach by ferry, on this full-day trip from Anaheim. Leave all the logistics to someone else, including hotel transport and ferry transfers. Upon arrival on the island, take a panoramic tour of Avalon, the main town, and admire views from the top of the hill. Then, enjoy free time to explore Catalina on your own.

A Sunset Sailing Charter on San Diego Bay is an awesome way to spend the day sightseeing in beautiful San Diego. Pacifica Sailing Charters offers several different types of sunset sailing charters and boat tours. Your sunset sailing charters and boat tours take you on an exciting tour of San Diego Bay. Book a sunset sailing boat charter and stretch out in the San Diego sunshine with a trusty skipper at the helm, A sunset sailing boat tour on San Diego Bay with Pacifica Sailing Charters is the perfect sailing experience for you and your guests. With over 20 years of boating on San Diego Bay and the waters surrounding the San Diego harbor, your sunset boat charters and sunset sailing boat tours are rated #1 on Google, Yelp, and TripAdvisor.

Leave the bustle of Los Angeles behind and explore peaceful Catalina Island at your own pace with this convenient day trip. Enjoy hotel pickup and transfer to the ferry to Catalina Island, where you can admire seaside views. Once on the island, head to the Undersea Adventure (tickets included), and explore independently.

Whether you want to enjoy a relaxing sightseeing cruise around the San Diego Bay or you want to learn how to pilot a yacht, this private sailing charter is a great way to spend half the day. Head out onto the Bay in a beautifully-restored racing yacht and customize how you want to spend your time. Enjoy otherwise-inaccessible Bay views of downtown San Diego and the city’s Naval Base.

See the highlights of Catalina Island without having to rent a car on this small-group day trip from LA or Anaheim. Spend free time exploring independently or upgrade to add a range of different adventures, including ziplining above the Descanso Canyon, an underwater sub expedition, or a guided tour of Avalon.