San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure
Overview
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2 hours
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Rev up your excitement with a one-of-a-kind San Diego Speed Boat Adventure!
Experience the thrill of captaining your own speed boat on a guided and narrated tour of San Diego’s Harbor! Follow an expert guide in a separate boat and stay connected with our two-way communication system, hearing fascinating stories about the city’s maritime past and iconic landmarks like the USS Midway and Coronado Bridge. Feel the rush as you glide across shimmering waters, capturing panoramic views of San Diego’s skyline. This unique adventure combines high-speed excitement with fun facts about the harbor’s rich history.
If booking multiple boats, please make separate reservations for each. Don’t miss one of the most exciting things to do in San Diego—Reserve now and create unforgettable memories!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for people with neck or back problems or a recent surgery to participate. Pregnant women should not participate
Bring a swimsuit in the summer and a jacket in the winter, sandals or flip-flops, towel, sun block, sunglasses
The per boat weight limit of 425 lbs (205kgs)
You must be 18 years or older to drive a boat by yourself
The boats do not have a storage compartment
No experience or boating license required
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
San Diego Speed Boat Adventures
See all of San Diego Bay from a whole new perspective while you are the captain of your own speedboat on this San Diego Tour.
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What‘s Included
Your own F13 mini speed boat
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Guided and narrated tour
US Coast Guard-approved life jacket
Safety orientation
Hotel pickup and drop off
Gratuities
Options
3pm Departure- Double Boat
2-hour self-drive speed boat tour San Diego Harbor. Select this option for 2 passengers
9am Departure- Double Boat
2-hour self-drive speed boat tour San Diego Harbor. This option is for 2 passengers in the same boat.
11am Departure- Double Boat
2-hour self-drive speed boat tour on San Diego Harbor. Select this option for 2 passengers in the same boat.
1pm Departure- Double Boat
2-hour self-drive speed boat tour on San Diego Harbor. Select this option for 2 passengers in the same boat.
Reviews
714 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun tour
Carol G,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This tour was really fun! Would highly recommend. David, our tour guide, was informative. However, he didn’t give us the full 2 hours that it was booked for. Not sure if it was because there was a regatta going on, but we were no where near it. My only other complaint is that there was a family of 5 that rode in 2 separate boats. They didn’t follow instructions and both of their boats came pretty close to ours, and we felt unsafe at times. David, unfortunately, didn’t do anything about it, so for that reason, I’m giving 4 stars.
Fun speedboat adventure
Carol G,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00I received an email from TripAdvisor to sign a waiver prior to our excursion, however, the link provided did not work. So we arrived at the excursion early to sign the waiver. The Speedboat Adventures company rep was noticeably frustrated because waivers from TripAdvisor have not been working, and we were told we might not be able to proceed with the activity. She had to send me a link to complete the waivers, and luckily she was able to let us proceed with the booking. So there is a disconnect of some sort breaking this excursion thru TripAdvisor. The outing itself was really fun! We would highly recommend it and would do it again. David, our guide, was informative about everything. However, there was a family in our tour who were in 2 separate boats, who did not follow rules, and David didn’t do anything about it. We felt unsafe at times because they were too close to use.
Educational thrill ride with amazing views of the city!
trud2026,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.002 hr educational thrill ride! Amazing experience on the water. Great instructors and easy to follow. Beautiful atmosphere, great for beginning boaters. Great way to see the city from the water! 20/10!
Amazing
Sahil S,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00David was an exceptional tour guide. Very informative about rules and the sites we got to visit. It was fun jumping through waves in the bay, definitely would do again.
Great way to explore the Bay
Jarny2019,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The trip was great. We got to explore the harbor and get up close to a ton of fantastic sites. Dave was a friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable guide.
Better than a jet ski!
Teresa Z,,Jan 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Is a must do in San Diego! We can't believe why this attraction is not as popular. Its much better than renting jet skis.
Fantastic speed boat experience
kimtI5413VJ,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I thoroughly enjoyed this speed boat tour of the beautiful harbour. Would highly recommend. Guide was outgoing and very good. Very few people in our small group had ever driven a boat before. It was my first time, and I had no issues at all. Loved speed. Reasonably priced. Decent length of time.
crazy speedboat day!
Beretta2020,,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00great fun! Did speedboat in Cancun but the 3 groups that were on the same tour time made it a very dangerous group tour. The cutting, switching drivers during full throttle was stupid. Majority of the group did not follow directions. It was fun but stressful, if someone was going to end up falling in the water in full throttle or seriously injured.
What a blast and experience
Brett M,,Nov 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00A must do activity when I San Diego if you enjoy adrenaline and site seeing. Take turn driving the speed boat. Sits up to three. We went at three and got to ride back in the sunset. Absolutely beautiful
Awesome
X9650BHlouisam,,Nov 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I absolutely loved it! The tour guide was amazing — super friendly, funny, and she explained so many interesting things during the ride. We passed some really cool spots, and the overall vibe on the water was just perfect. The best part: we were even allowed to drive the boat ourselves, which was honestly so much fun and made the whole experience feel even more special. I can totally recommend it, especially if it’s sunny outside. It’s such a unique and relaxed way to see the area, and definitely one of my highlights!
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From US$75.65Was US$89.00
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