San Diego Seal Tour
Overview
Available languages
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.
Embarcadero
Pass by Embarcadero
What‘s Included
1 hr and 45 minute narrated amphibious tour
All taxes
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Options
SEAPORT VILLAGE 825 W. Harbor
Embarcadero: 1004 N Harbor Dr
Embarcadero Departure Location: 1004 North Harbor Drive
Reviews
1,249 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
seal boat
Gretchen N,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00JJ the first mate and Kyle the captain were awesome! Just amazing how a truck turns into a boat! The Harbour was beautiful and we were lucky enough to see several sea lions and osprey nesting! Just a wonderful experience 👍
Excellent Adventure!
tiffanyhM3981AF,Mar 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Capt. Michael & Lt. Dan were wonderful! It was a great adventure and they were so nice and shared so many fun facts and history throughout the tour. Highly recommend.
Great way to see/learn S.D. With Cameron as capt. and Amy as guide, we felt safe, equipped, relaxed & smarter afterward
W1741WJlisac,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Just do it! Last tour of the evening 😍
A must do
P8360JNrhondaw,Mar 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Ed and Rico were great! It was enjoyable and informative…truly a must do
What an amazing time!
F2190HGdeniseh,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excelente!! Couldn't be any better! We loved the blankets . What a treat :)
There is a lot of fun...
Susan R,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00There is a lot of fun facts and history given Both Jewel and the driver (forgot his name) Were both kind and accomodating
To much fun
Freddie F,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was very relaxing and learned a lot of history about San Diego. I really enjoyed the trip . Fun for the whole family.
Excellent Tour
kellynQ5925JG,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour and great people Cameron and Jules were awesome. Made our trip fun. Knowledgable and spent extra time for us to see a baby whale !! Woo woo !!
So much fun!
Kelly G,Mar 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So happy we did this. We had Captain Cameron and 1st Mate Jewels. Jewels was so fun to listen to and provided great information. She was interactive and funny. Worth noting we did the trolley tour the day before and learned different things, so it wasn’t all redundant. We really had a great time, many thanks to Captain Cameron and 1st Mate Jewels!
Great day in SD
O3291LLreneeg,Mar 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.001st mate Amy and captain Cameron did a 10/10 job. We learned so much and had a great time . I highly recommend to anyone
From US$55.59
Want a private experience? Upgrade to a private tour
Related Experiences
Operated by Historic Tours Of America