San Diego Bay Kayaking: Coronado Ferry to Downtown Skyline

You paddle beneath the Coronado Bridge and past the USS Midway from a stable sit-on-top kayak.

A 1.5-hour guided kayak on San Diego Bay launches from Coronado Ferry Landing and paddles the downtown waterfront, passing the Coronado Bridge, Petco Park, the Embarcadero and Naval Station North Island. The tour runs in small groups of up to 10 and includes all kayaking gear, a paddle lesson and a live English-speaking guide. No prior experience is required. Dogs are welcome with a free life vest.

The experience

You launch from the calm waters at Coronado Ferry Landing and paddle out onto San Diego Bay in a sit-on-top kayak: single, double or triple, your choice. The route traces the downtown skyline and the bay's working waterfront: you'll pass under the Coronado Bridge's graceful curve, paddle past the USS Midway, Petco Park and the Convention Center, and see Naval Station North Island and Glorietta Bay from the water. The guide points out the city's architecture and maritime history as you go, and the paddle stays leisurely enough that you can take it in.

All kayaking equipment comes with you (kayak, paddle, life jacket and helmet), and the tour includes a paddle lesson at the start, so you don't need any prior experience. The group stays small at a maximum of 10 guests, and you'll get wet from the waist down, so wear active or swim clothes. If you're bringing a dog, the operator provides a free dog life vest.

What’s included

• All kayaking equipment (kayak, paddle, life jacket and helmet).
• paddle instruction at the start.
• a professional live guide in English.
• free dog life vest if you bring a pet.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 8 Mar 2027

GroupUp to 10 · max 2 per booking

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessiblePets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bike and Kayak Tours, Inc

Is this one for you?The 1.5-hour paddle fits easily into a morning or afternoon and leaves the rest of your day open for other San Diego activities. Small groups of up to 10 keep the pace relaxed and the experience personal, so you can absorb the sights without rushing.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What's the Coronado Bridge like from the water?

The Coronado Bridge is one of the main sights on the paddle: you kayak directly beneath its graceful curve as part of the route down San Diego Bay, seeing it from a perspective most visitors don't get.

Do I need to know how to kayak before I book?

No previous kayak experience is necessary. The tour includes a paddle lesson at the start, and the sit-on-top kayaks are stable and designed for beginners. Minimum age is 3 years old.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear active or swim clothes because you'll get wet from the waist down. Arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled tour time. All kayaking gear (kayak, paddle, life jacket and helmet) is provided.

Can I bring my dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome. The operator provides a free dog life vest so your dog can paddle along with you.

What else is visible from the kayak besides the bridge?

The paddle passes the USS Midway, Petco Park, the Embarcadero, the Convention Center, Naval Station North Island, the Silver Strand and Glorietta Bay, all seen from the deck of your kayak as you explore the downtown waterfront and bay.