2-Hour Private Sailing Experience in San Diego Bay
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San Diego, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Experience San Diego Bay the way it was meant to be seen, from the water on a private yacht. A dedicated captain handles the navigation so your group can sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the bay, from the USS Midway to Seaport Village and harbor seal hideouts. With room for up to six passengers, it's a great value for families, special occasions, and small groups.
- Cruise the San Diego Bay in style on a private yacht
- Itinerary can be customized based on what your group wants to see
- Clean, spacious sailing vessel has room for up to six passengers
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Soda/Pop
- Alcoholic Beverages1 bottle of champagne available
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- 1880 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101, USA
Captain Liz will meet the group 15 minutes prior to departure at the picnic tables next to 30 minute parking in front of Marina Cortez. Parking is available. There is free parking across the street from the marina as well.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.What To Expect
1
USS Midway Museum
2
Maritime Museum of San Diego
3
Cabrillo National Monument
4
Coronado
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
It was a perfect trip from start to finish. Captain Liz was very friendly and made us feel very welcome on her sailing boat. We were able to play our music from her speakers.. The trip was beautiful and it was a great way to end our day. I would highly recommend this excursion.
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This was a fantastic start to our visit to San Diego. Beautiful boat, peaceful sail, and delightful captain. Liz was very knowledgeable about all things history and military, pointing out so many elements that we would have missed. I woood highly recommend this outing!
We had such an amazing experience! Captain Liz was great and made us feel very comfortable. The boat was beautiful and clean. Highly recommend!
The entire experience with Captain Liz was perfect. Captain Liz was experienced, friendly, and extremely customer focused. The vessel was immaculate and in perfect condition.
It was a wonderful 2 hour cruise in the western end of San Diego Bay - so relaxing and the perfect afternoon.
We had a great experience. Captain Liz was fantastic. We would absolutely recommend and book this again.
Liz is the best host! She was very friendly and offered drinks and snacks. She was able to teach us a lot about the area. The views were beautiful and the boat was awesome. 10/10 recommend.
Beautiful trip great boat, great Captain
We shared a bottle of champagne and saw a beautiful sunset
Highly recommend
We had a great experience. Captain Liz, very friendly and knowledgeable, made sure that we felt very comfortable and enjoyed every moment of the sailing. My 10 year old was thrilled. Highly recommended.
Liz was a wonderful and thoughtful Captain. The trip was amazing. Clean boat and we were lucky enough to see dolphins at sunset!
We set sail with Captain Liz and had a blast! We enjoyed her excitement for sailing and knowledge of the area. We would highly recommend!
Liz was a fun and insightful captain. We had great winds and weather making our experience amazing. We toasted with champagne to a beautiful trip to see family living in the area.
We had a wonderful relaxing time on the bay with Captain Liz. She was fun and shared her knowledge of sailing and our surroundings. Highly recommend!
We had a beautiful and relaxing sail with experienced and courteous Captain Liz. My wife and two kids really enjoyed the day sail. We took a relaxing trip through the harbor and saw a pelicans, sea lions and other beautiful ships. Snacks and drinks were included. If you are looking for a beautiful sailboat experience, this is one for you, especially with children. The boat is beautiful and well maintained.
It was a perfect trip from start to finish. Captain Liz was very friendly and made us feel very welcome on her sailing boat. We were able to play our music from her speakers.. The trip was beautiful and it was a great way to end our day. I would highly recommend this excursion.
Very enjoyable. Our family had a great time.
The boat and crew were very friendly, knowledgeable and entertaining.
We had the best time! The boat was absolutely beautiful and it was the perfect day on the water! Fun for all ages!
5 star experience. Liz was on time, friendly and helpful. The boat is clean, has a bathroom and is perfect for a sunset cruise. Highly recommend.
Lovely morning out on the waters with Captain Liz! She was professional, yet friendly and highly attentive to any requests. She got us up close and personal with the sea lions sunbathing on the buoys. HIGHLY recommend an excursion with her out on the waters. 2 hours went by way too fast! Wish it was longer.
Captain Liz was a great Captain. She was professional and friendly and went above and beyond. Highly recommend.
Liz made the final night of our family vacation the best night! My family cannot stop talking about the boat ride and how much fun Liz was! We did so many things together this week, and this won the week!
Liz was very knowledgeable, professionally fun, and very engaged with our lil family!
Thanks for making this trip so special!
Phenomenal! Capt. Liz is very inviting, knowledgeable, and FUN! We had a beautiful sail out to where the bay meets the ocean, saw loads of sea lions, fighter jets coming in to land (big hit with the 12YO), and gorgeous weather. Well worth it in every sense. It was the highlight of our San Diego vacation.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Hi Kimberly,
Thank you so much for this review. I am so happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed this sailing adventure. Such a fun day on the water! See you next time.
-Captain Liz
Tour started right on time and ended exactly after 2 hours.
We can see the sealions, light house and views of the Coronado Island and San Diego Skyline.
Great views, great photos taken by the captain . Best ever sailing experience.
Nice boat where you can stand and sit on the deck.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. It was such a pleasure to have you on board. I am so happy you had fun! See you next time.
-Captain Liz
I would recommend this experience to everyone. We had a blast , so relaxing and such a wonderful host.
Liz is amazing!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
You are amazing! Thank you so much for this great review. I am happy you had a relaxing charter. It was such a pleasure to have you on board. Hope to see you again!
-Captain Liz
We had a wonderful time sailing around San Diego Bay with Liz and her first mate Sydney. The boat is clean and comfortable and they are friendly and knowledgeable about the water and wind conditions and kept us informed.
Highly recommended for small groups of friends and family!
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Thank you for this incredible review! I so happy to know you enjoyed your trip. Sydney is certainly an expert on wind conditions. Hope to see you again!
-Captain Liz
We had such a great time!!!
Liz was so nice anda great tourist guide especially with our teens.
We highly recommend this tour, for sure we will do it again.
Response from Host, Mar 2025
Such a great day! I am so happy you all enjoyed the tour of San Diego Bay. See you next time!
-Captain Liz
We had a beautiful sunset cruise with Captain Liz. Her boat is fantastic and she was so accommodating and fun to spend time with. Loved Captain Liz’s stories and wide knowledge of everything was saw. We will be back.
Response from Host, Aug 2024
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. It was such a pleasure to have you and your crew on board Mojave for your San Diego visit! See you next time.
-Captain Liz
This was not our first private sailing experience in San Diego but it was absolutely our favorite !! Liz was an exceptional captain !! Ship was clean and comfortable! This was a 10/10 experience and I highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2024
I have so happy to hear you enjoyed your private sail! Thank you so much for this amazing review. I am so happy you enjoyed the boat! Thank you for choosing Sterling Sails.
-Captain Liz
Captain Liz was amazing. She allowed us to determine what we wanted to see, provided commentary on our surroundings. Would 10 out of 10 recommend.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Hi Samoa,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with others. I am so happy you enjoyed your tour of the San Diego Bay. Hope to see you again!
-Captain Liz
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.
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you sharing your experience. I am so happy to know you enjoyed your trip. Thank you for choosing Sterling Sails. I look forward to sailing with you again!
-Captain Liz
Captain Liz is an excellent host, with a gorgeous and well-kept boat. She was welcoming and knowledgeable and made our sail a treat! The sunset was spectacular and the sights were beautiful!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Sunset sails are amazing, especially this one! Thank you for taking the time to leave this review. It was a pleasure to have you on board Mojave. See you next time.
-Captain Liz
My sisters and I took my mom for Mothers Day for a cruise on Harbor island Bay.
Liz was sweet and patient! We all had such a great time!
Response from Host, May 2024
Hi Kat!
It was such a pleasure to have you and your family on board for a Mother’s Day sail. Thank you for choosing Sterling Sails. See you next time.
-Captain Liz
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