This sail takes a maximum of six guests on a catamaran from Sunroad Marina on Harbor Island for about two and a half hours on San Diego Bay. Beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water are included, you can bring your own food, and the route passes the USS Midway Museum, Downtown Waterfront Park and Point Loma. The small group size makes it feel more like going out on a friend's boat than a large cruise. It is highly rated and a good choice for couples, small groups of friends and anyone who prefers sailing to a motorized sightseeing tour.
Guests meet at Sunroad Marina, 955 Harbor Island Drive, waiting at Gate 1 by the yellow chairs. The sail lasts about two hours and thirty minutes and returns to the same point. Parking at the marina is an extra cost. With a six-person cap, the crew can give everyone time at the helm or on the nets if conditions allow, and you get a relaxed look at the skyline, the carrier museum and the Point Loma shoreline.
Drinks are included
Domestic and Mexican beer, wine and soft drinks, plus bottled water. You can bring your own food, but red wine is not allowed on board. Blankets are provided, and one reviewer suggests layers because the water feels colder than the shore. No minimum age is stated, and discounted child rates are offered. The sail is stroller accessible but not wheelchair accessible. The captain's tip is paid on the boat by cash or card.
Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the sail. Weather policy is not detailed, so confirm arrangements when you book. Bring sunglasses, sunscreen and a jacket, and wear flat-soled shoes. Sunset and daytime sails look quite different, so choose according to whether you prefer bright views or evening color. If you want a larger boat with commentary, the harbor sightseeing cruise or the dinner cruise are better matches.
What to expect
The experience
A small-group sail for up to six guests on a catamaran from Sunroad Marina, with drinks included.
Best time
Daytime for clear views or late afternoon for color; layers help in the evening.
How long
About two hours thirty minutes.
Tips
Meet at Gate 1, bring layers and sunscreen, and bring your own food if you like. Red wine is not allowed on board. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Couples and small groups who want a relaxed, personal sailing experience.
- Families
- Children are welcome, with discounted rates; the small group is easy for families to manage.
- Couples
- A highly rated, intimate way to see the skyline from the water.
- Pair with
- The USS Midway Museum and the downtown waterfront are close by.
- Time needed
- About three hours including check-in.
Good questions
How many people are on the boat?+
A maximum of six travelers.
Are drinks included?+
Yes, beer, wine, soft drinks and bottled water; you may bring your own food, but no red wine.
Where does it depart?+
Sunroad Marina on Harbor Island, 955 Harbor Island Drive.
What will I see?+
The USS Midway Museum, Downtown Waterfront Park and Point Loma.
Can I cancel?+
Yes, free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the sail.
