San Diego Sunset Sail: Classic Yacht, 6 Guests

A wooden sloop with 55 years of sailing experience at the helm changes what a bay tour feels like.

A 2.5-hour sail on San Diego Bay aboard a 41-foot Friendship sloop with Captain Phil, a USCG-licensed captain, limited to six guests. Afternoon and sunset departures both include craft beer, California wine, soft drinks and snacks. The small group and unhurried pace mean no narration script and no rushing past the Coronado Bridge, USS Midway and downtown skyline.

Step-by-step itinerary

San Diego Bay Classic Yacht Sail

• Board classic 41-ft Friendship sloop
• Sail San Diego Bay with Captain Phil
• View San Diego skyline and Coronado Bridge
• Pass by USS Midway and Maritime Museum
• Enjoy craft beer, wine, and snacks onboard
• Experience calm, unhurried sailing atmosphere
• Watch sunset and city lights from water
• Return to marina and disembark

The experience

The Liberty carries six people instead of dozens, and that constraint is what makes the difference. Captain Phil has 55 years on the water and a USCG license, and he runs the sail at the pace the day allows: no script, no schedule pressure, just the bay as it unfolds. You're aboard a classic 41-foot Friendship sloop with wooden mast and gaff rigging, the kind of boat that feels like sailing instead of being ferried past landmarks. The afternoon sail gives you open skies and the city in full view. The sunset sail trades that for the sky changing color over the water as the lights come on downtown.

From the water, you pass the Coronado Bridge, see the USS Midway Museum from the deck, and take in the San Diego skyline without anyone narrating it for you. The Maritime Museum's historic vessels sit on the bay too. Craft beer, California white wine, soft drinks and packaged snacks are included, so you're not managing a cooler or wondering what to bring. There's a restroom on board. All sails run 2.5 hours.

The boat leaves from the San Diego waterfront. Parking is available at the marina for a fee. Gratuity for Captain Phil is appreciated but not included in the ticket price.

What’s included

• Craft beer and California white wine.
• water, soft drinks and packaged snacks.
• 2.5-hour sail with Captain Phil at the helm.
• restroom on board.

Options for this experience

2 options

Sunset SailGuide in English · 15:00, 15:30 and 16:30Beer, white wine and soft drinks

Afternoon SailGuide in English · 11:30 and 12:30Afternoon sailing time: enjoy a sunny afternoon sail on a classic yacht.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Information

Lasts 2h 30m, runs every day, 5 start times, from US$ 125 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 6 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesMonday to Friday: 11:30 and 15:00Saturday: 11:30, 12:30, 15:00 and 15:30Sunday: 11:30, 15:00 and 16:30Another time? ›

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish

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

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (2 to 12 years) · Infant (under 1)

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.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Sail Liberty

Is this one for you?Book the afternoon sail if you want the city skyline and landmarks in daylight. Choose sunset if you'd rather watch the sky and lights change over the water. Either way, six guests and no script mean you're sailing, not being toured.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 12 years); Infant (under 1).

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 difference between the afternoon and sunset sail?

The afternoon sail runs in open daylight with the city in full view. The sunset sail lets you watch the sky change color over the water as downtown San Diego lights come on. Both are 2.5 hours and include the same drinks and snacks.

How many people sail on the Liberty at once?

The boat carries six guests maximum, which is what keeps the experience calm and personal instead of crowded.

What does Captain Phil bring to this sail?

Captain Phil holds a USCG license and has 55 years of sailing experience. He runs the boat and sets the pace: no narration script, just genuine knowledge of the bay.

What's included to eat and drink?

Craft beer (IPA and lager), California white wine, water, soft drinks and packaged snacks come with your ticket.

Is there a restroom on the boat?

Yes, there's a restroom on board during the 2.5-hour sail.