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San Diego Catamaran Sailing Cruise 2 hr

TourTruth score 7.2 out of 10

AverageTop 42% in San Diego

2 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • San Diego
  • 2 hrs
  • Updated October 31, 2026

Sail San Diego Bay aboard a roomy private catamaran, with skyline views and chances to spot sea lions, dolphins, and whales.

About this tour

Set sail on San Diego Bay aboard Sea Esta, a private catamaran cruise for up to six guests. From the water, take in the city skyline and the naval base, where aircraft carriers, destroyers, and submarines make a striking backdrop. Keep watch for sea lions, dolphins, and whales along the way.

Your vessel is a 32-foot Renaissance 320 catamaran, built for a roomy, steady ride. The 120-minute outing offers time to enjoy the bay and its coastal scenery at an easy pace, with bottled water and snacks provided. Meet at Marina Cortez, at the top of Boat Ramp Gate F in the east parking lot, and call the crew when you arrive so they can escort you to the boat. Paid parking is available nearby, and the cruise operates in all weather, so dress for the conditions.

Whether you’re sharing the water with friends or simply looking for a fresh view of the city, this San Diego catamaran sailing cruise brings the bay’s landmarks and marine life into focus. Book your sail and enjoy San Diego from the deck of Sea Esta.

Highlights

  • Admire downtown San Diego and the naval base from the water
  • Look for sea lions, dolphins, and whales
  • Sail aboard Sea Esta, a roomy, stable 32-foot catamaran

What's included

Included

  • Bottled water
  • Snacks

Not included

  • Captain and crew gratuity; 18–20% of the original charter fee is customary

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Important information

  • Meet at the top of Boat Ramp Gate F in the east parking lot of Marina Cortez; call (619) 887-5443 upon arrival for an escort to the boat
  • Paid parking is available in the east parking lot
  • Operates in all weather; dress appropriately
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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  • Minimum drinking age is 21
  • Moderate physical fitness is recommended
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, heart complaints, or other serious medical conditions
  • Late or non-arrival of a cruise ship is not eligible for a refund
  • Each traveler may bring one suitcase and one carry-on; ask the operator about oversized or excess luggage

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 5.00 from 2 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

How the score works and rating distribution in San Diego
  • Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
  • Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
  • Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.2. Top 42% in San Diego means it ranks in the top 42% of tours in San Diego by this score.

Provider rating distribution in San Diego

How many tours in San Diego have a provider rating at or below each value. The dashed line is this tour.

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  • Viator

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