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San Diego Seal Tour

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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‘s Included

1 hr and 45 minute narrated amphibious tour

All taxes

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

What To Expect

1

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
2

Embarcadero

Pass by Embarcadero

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Embarcadero: 1004 N Harbor Dr

Embarcadero Departure Location: 1004 North Harbor Drive

SEAPORT VILLAGE 825 W. Harbor

Reviews

4.71

1,210 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • You should do this!

    JOAN C,

    Oct 29, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Very informative and great scenery! Our driver and host were awesome too. They kept things lively and entertaining.

  • Great experience

    Maryia K,

    Oct 28, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This your was so much fun!!!! Kim is very knowledgeable and is a great guide!! Michael is hilarious! We definitely enjoyed a few dad jokes. The tour is on the ground and I'm water! You get to see sea lions AND a pirate ship! Definitely recommend

  • We loved every minute of the cruise!

    Karen J,

    Oct 21, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was such fun! Beautiful weather and the time on the water was the best. The sea lions were very active and we loved it. Our guide, Jim, was wonderful-so knowledgeable and personable. The captain was also excellent. We would do this again for sure.

  • Fun and informative

    Carole C,

    Oct 17, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This is mostly a tour in the boat mode of the vehicle. It was fun, informative and we really enjoyed it. The driver and tour guide were fabulous.

  • Great tour

    Andrea D,

    Oct 15, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    This was so interesting. It was fun and the guide First Mate Max was so knowledgeable. Captain Kirk was very skilled

From $53.41

4.71
1,210 reviews
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