TourTruth score 9.3 out of 10
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San Diego Marine Wildlife Tour 4 hr
TourTruth score 6.9 out of 10
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9 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- San Diego
- 4 hrs
- Updated November 1, 2026
Sail San Diego Bay and the Pacific coast with a small group, wildlife spotting, coastal views, and a gourmet lunch with wine or beer.
About this tour
Set sail from Harbor Island for a close-up look at San Diego’s coastal wildlife. On this San Diego Marine Wildlife Tour, a classic 36-foot sailing yacht carries a small group of up to six travelers through the bay and out along the Pacific coast.
Spend the voyage scanning the water for dolphins, sea lions, coastal birds, and, during whale migration season, whales. Your captain shares their expertise as you take in the shoreline from the boat’s spacious outdoor deck. A gourmet box lunch with wine or beer adds an easygoing pause between wildlife sightings and coastal views. The yacht also offers a comfortable interior for time aboard.
This four-hour San Diego Marine Wildlife Tour pairs an intimate group setting with time on both the bay and open ocean. Meet your captain at the Sea Lion Fountain 15 minutes before departure, and bring photo ID. Weather can affect the trip; if poor conditions lead to cancellation, you’ll be offered another date or a full refund. Book your San Diego Marine Wildlife Tour for a refreshing day on the water.
Highlights
- Sail through San Diego Bay and along the California coast
- Look for dolphins, whales, sea lions, and coastal birds
- Enjoy a gourmet box lunch with wine or beer
- Take in San Diego’s coastline from a spacious outdoor deck
- Hear local insights from your experienced captain
What's included
Included
- Gourmet box lunch with wine or beer
- Spacious outdoor deck for sightseeing
- Coastal views of San Diego
- Opportunity to see marine wildlife and whales during migration season
Not included
- Gratuities
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4.56 / 5 · 9 reviews
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Important information
- Maximum group size is 6 travelers
- Bring a photo ID
- Meet your captain at the Sea Lion Fountain, in front of the marina, 15 minutes before departure
- Meeting point: 1450 Harbor Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92101
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- Tour is subject to favorable weather; if canceled for poor weather, choose an alternative date or receive a full refund
- High-heeled shoes are not permitted
- Travelers under 21 years old are not permitted
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts 4 hours.
What is the maximum group size?
The tour is limited to 6 travelers.
What food and drinks are included?
A gourmet box lunch with wine or beer is included.
Where do I meet the captain?
Meet at the Sea Lion Fountain in front of the marina at 1450 Harbor Island Dr, 15 minutes before departure.
What happens if the weather is poor?
If poor weather cancels the tour, you can choose another date or receive a full refund.
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.56 from 9 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide 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 6.9.
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