Small-Group San Diego Sunset Sailing Excursion
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Set sail from San Diego on this small-group sailing tour on a sunset sail on the open ocean. This three-hour adventure on a Catalina sailboat is limited to six (6) guests allowing you a comfortable, semi-private experience (or, purchase all 6 tickets and grab five friends to have a completely private sail!).
Sit back, relax and enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks as you watch the sun slowly drop behind the gentle contours of Point Loma with the glistening city lights behind you.
Departure times vary throughout the year. Guest must contact Sail San Diego after purchase for the exact departure time. Please note this activity does require a minimum of 3 guests total in order to sail.
If members in your group are booking their tickets separately, please call Sail San Diego so they can ensure you're on the same boat. If they don't know ahead of time, you may be seated on separate boats!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You must contact Sail San Diego after purchase for the exact departure time, as departure times vary throughout the year.
Please note: Each booking is limited to six (6) passengers. If you have friends or family booking separately, please let the operator know in advance to ensure you're on the same boat; otherwise, you may be seated on different boats.
This is not a guided tour; our captains don't provide a commentary but are always happy to share what they know! Don't be shy asking questions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Sail San Diego
Whether you’re on vacation, celebrating a special occasion or just looking to take advantage of a beautiful Southern California day, this small-group sailing trip in San Diego is a great way to spend time on the water with your loved one or a group of friends. Set sail on a sunset cruise that takes you out on the Bay and the Pacific to watch the sunset. Your captain will ensure that you have the best possible time on the water. As you admire the views, enjoy the complimentary beer, soft drinks and snacks. If you get chilly, grab one of the provided blankets, or purchase a jacket or sweater at their store during check-in. And use the provided binoculars to admire the coastline or look for wildlife! You can even stream your own music to the boat’s Bluetooth speakers. Please note: The boat is limited to six (6) passengers. To make it a private adventure, book all six spaces and bring along five friends!
Point Loma
Sail San Diego's private marina is located in the Point Loma / Shelter Island neighborhood. Your sunset sail will pass by the Point Loma lighthouse.
What‘s Included
3-hour evening sailing cruise
Complimentary light beers and hard seltzers. Please note the minimum drinking age in the US is 21 yrs.
Complimentary non-alcoholic beverages and light snacks
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Options
Small-Group Sunset Sailing
3-hour sunset sail, complimentary snacks and beverages. Sunset sail departs approximately 2 hours prior to sunset
Reviews
590 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A beautiful perspective of San Diego
adarion,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Delightful, relaxing cruise through the San Diego harbor. Captain Frank was an exceptional tour guide and host. The sunset reflecting off the skyscrapers was amazing.
A beautiful day on the water
S2915IHcathyh,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I will not visit San Diego without taking a trip on the water with Sail San Diego. It is such a great experience. I love the smaller boat. It has everything you need so you can just walk on. I just took my fourth or fifth trip with them and I love it more each time.
Sunset Cruise
Kimberly M,,Jan 31, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent experience. We had a private charter and Captain Dave was a great host! In addition to being an excellent sailor, he was very knowledgeable about the area. We will be doing this again!
Relaxing afternoon on the water.
Gary H,,Jan 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a very relaxing way to spend an afternoon on the water in San Diego. Reservations were easy to make and the agents (Cloë and others) communicated easily concerning a minor time change. The small group was a plus. The captain was very relatable and chatted easily with the guests. Ver enjoyable!
Enjoy a fun activity
4girib,,Jan 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Capt. Kenley did a great job for our group. Was great fun surfing the swells once we got out of the bay. Very informative & enjoyable tour overall
100% will do the Sunset Sailboat Cruise again.
Matt D,,Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00One of the absolute best parts of the trip to San Diego. Sailboat was beautiful, well kept, and an easy ride. Our captain, Greg was very friendly and we could tell he had a lot of experience. The boat comes with snacks and some drinks (could have been a bit colder) but we brought our own anyhow. The views were amazing and we got a perfect day weather wise… everyday is perfect is SD. Overall very worth the money as we ended up paying ~$900 for 3 hours for a group of 8ish.
Great time!
Leslye S,,Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The boat is so clean! I crawled on my knees, in my dark navy pants from the bean bag on the bow to the stern and not one speck of white dust was on my knees as I had feared.
Excellent experience
554deannaz,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was the highlight of our vacation! Our captain was very knowledgeable and went out of his way to make sure everyone was having a good time! The sailing part was extraordinary and I loved watching the captain maneuver the sails! The boat was clean and food and beverages were provided. We will defintely be doing this again with Sail San Diego!
Captain was spectacular...
Karlee S,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Captain was spectacular and worked hard to please the group with sights, enjoyment, great stories and beverages He was incredible
San Diego Sails Rules Supreme!
G1622JNlisag,,Oct 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Happy Captain Greg made the sail just perfect! Only 6 on board- felt like a private sailing experience for decent price!
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