San Diego Seal Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 45 minutes

Mobile ticket

Hop aboard San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure for an unforgettable 1 hour and 45 minute tour that combines city sights with aquatic enchantment. Begin your journey on the vibrant streets of downtown, taking in the urban atmosphere before making a spectacular splash into the waters of San Diego Bay.

Aboard the unique Hydra Terra vehicle, you'll explore the bay’s dynamic ecosystem and rich military heritage, cruising past playful California sea lions and iconic naval landmarks. The narrated tour offers insights into the ecological and historical significance of the area, providing an educational and entertaining experience for all ages.

This amphibious tour is the perfect way to see "America’s Finest City" from both land and sea, making it an essential experience for visitors and locals alike.

Select one of these two departure points during purchase:

Seaport Village 825 W. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

or Embarcadero 1004 N. Harbor Drive, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Confirmation for this tour will be received at time of booking

Please arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled departure time for tour check-in. Guests are advised to arrive an hour early in high season if parking is required.

Emotional support animals and Pets are not allowed on the tour

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Wind your way through our picturesque San Diego streets before splashing down for a cruise through the waters of the San Diego Bay. Experience the history and ecological wonders of San Diego in the comfort and security of our unique Hydra Terras. Here you’ll learn firsthand of our rich military history and cruise through the waters that are the playground of the California Sea Lion. Don’t miss this exciting, entertaining adventure of a lifetime to see America’s Finest City as you have never seen it before! *Please Note: Tour route is subject to change without notice due to weather or traffic conditions.

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Embarcadero

Pass by Embarcadero

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

1 hr and 45 minute narrated amphibious tour

All taxes

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Options

Embarcadero: 1004 N Harbor Dr

Embarcadero Departure Location: 1004 North Harbor Drive

SEAPORT VILLAGE 825 W. Harbor

Reviews

4.71

1,230 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1030

112

Great tour for 1st time visitors
Huong T,,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This is a great tour for first time visitors like us, informational, educational, and fun tour for family with teenagers and kids
Beyond expectations
Carol C,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was truly beyond any expectation that I had for the trip. The tour guide was extremely informative and had an excellent sense of humor. I highly recommend it to any travellers to San Diego and even folks who have lived there all their lives.
Great tour of the city &...
Joleen R,,Feb 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great tour of the city & bay! Captain Michael & 1st. Mate Amy gave us a very informative tour. I live here in San Diego & I learned about things I never knew about my city. I would do it again!
Great trip and very...
Heather R,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great trip and very enthusiastic 1st mate Brett. Only downfall was there is 2 different starting points and if you booked other than direct you may get wrong address to start
Make sure you verify your...
Anita S,,Jan 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00
Make sure you verify your pickup location. Walk between Seaport and N Harbor is long. Little parking at either.
Excellent!
Anita W,,Jan 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Excellent experience! Captain Kyle & Jalen our tour guide was excellent. She gave so many details about the city. Seeing the sea lions was amazing. Tour was well done & well worth it. Highly recommend.
A must do!!’
Dina Z,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Kim was amazing, driver was Cameron. Such an entertaining afternoon filled with fun and new knowledge about a city I live in and didn’t know.
Very Inpressed!
Ronakd V,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
This was a great tour. Really enjoyed it and the tour guides were really professionals - they knew what they are doing. I highly recommend it
Great staff lackluster city views
Robyn V,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Captain Michael and 1st mate Amy were excellent. Amy animatedly explained seal versus sea lions for kids, but also history of San Diego for adults. Laughter and learning for our large age range of kids isn’t easy and they did it well. We were disappointed there wasn’t a view of Navy ships, didn’t see dolphins or anything aside from Corbin and sea lions. The driving downtown portion isn’t in a very historical or pretty part of San Diego. We did get tips for places to eat and learned San Miguel was the original name for San Diego.
Great Seal Tour
Evangelina P,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great family activity, good for all ages. Captain/Driver Sully was very polite and made sure we had a smooth drive. Mate Kim kept us informed & had so much great insight to share. Learned ALOT from her stories & tips for great places to visit/see. Would definitely do this Seal Tour again.