San Diego Bay Sunset Sail Small-Group Boat Tour

Two hours on the water: USS Midway up close, under the Coronado Bridge, past live music at the Rady Shell

A 2-hour sailing tour on San Diego Bay with a licensed captain and up to six guests, departing from Safe Harbor Sunroad Marina. You'll sail close to the USS Midway, cruise past Seaport Village, glide under the Coronado Bridge, and may hear live music from the Rady Shell at Jacobs Park. Snacks, warm blankets, and drinks are included. Infants must sit on an adult's lap.

Step-by-step itinerary

Sunset sailing tour in San Diego Bay

• Sail out of Safe Harbor Sunroad Marina
• Sail close to USS Midway and Kissing statue
• Cruise alongside Seaport Village
• Pass by Rady Shell, listen for live music
• Sail under Coronado Bridge

The Experience

The boat leaves Safe Harbor Sunroad Marina and heads out onto San Diego Bay with a licensed captain at the helm. You'll sail close enough to the USS Midway to see both sides of the ship and the Kissing statue, then cruise along Seaport Village where you can watch families on shore and flying kites. The route passes the Rady Shell: on some evenings, live music drifts across the water from the venue. Right before heading back, you sail directly under the Coronado Bridge, which the operator calls a once-in-a-lifetime sight.

With only six guests onboard, the atmosphere stays laid-back and uncrowded. The captain handles all the sailing while you relax and take in panoramic views of the city skyline and local landmarks. Warm windproof blankets, upfront yellow cushions, and a bathroom onboard keep you comfortable. Snacks include cookies and chips. Drinks are coconut water, juice boxes, flavored sparkling water, and water.

What’s included

• Warm windproof blankets and upfront yellow cushions.
• snacks of cookies and chips.
• drinks including coconut water, juice boxes, flavored sparkling water, and water.
• onboard bathroom access.
• licensed USCG charter captain.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sea Monkey Adventures

Is this one for you?The 2-hour window fits into an afternoon or early evening without consuming your whole day, leaving time for dinner or other plans before or after. The small group of six and the captain's handling of all sailing means you can relax and watch the bay without any setup or navigation work on your part.

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Top questions

What's it like sailing past the USS Midway on San Diego Bay?

The USS Midway is a decommissioned aircraft carrier moored in the bay, and the sail passes close enough to see both sides of the ship and the Kissing statue statue: the operator describes it as an amazing view from the water.

Will I hear live music on the sunset sail?

The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park sits on the waterfront, and on some evenings live music drifts over the water from the venue as you sail past, whether you'll catch it depends on what's scheduled that night.

How many people sail on this boat?

The boat holds up to six guests plus the captain, keeping the group small and the atmosphere uncrowded.

What's included in the ticket price?

The ticket includes snacks (cookies and chips), warm windproof blankets, drinks (coconut water, juice boxes, flavored sparkling water, and water), use of upfront yellow cushions, and access to the onboard bathroom. The captain's fee is also included.

Can I bring an infant on the sunset sail?

Yes, infants are welcome but must sit on an adult's lap during the 2-hour tour.

Is this tour recommended for pregnant travelers?

The operator does not recommend this tour for pregnant travelers.