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Semi-Private Bay Cruise

Don your captain's hat and enjoy a self-driving cruise.

Semi-Private Bay Cruise

What visitors are saying

4.9
16 reviews

Very enjoyable, easy operation and the guide was excellent.

Oct 8, 2025

Both employees were very friendly and gave top notch service!

Jul 30, 2025

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What you'll do

The vessels all come with safety equipment that has been approved by the Coast Guard and use super-quiet, eco-friendly, 30-horsepower outboard motors. Boats can carry up to three passengers and come with comfortable cushioned seats.

You don't need to be an experienced driver to pilot the boats either. They're controlled with a steering wheel that handles just like a car, and the throttle only has three positions.

You can choose to cruise slowly like a houseboat and take in all the sights or whizz across the water.

Along the way, you'll get views of the Navy Ships, the USS Midway aircraft museum, Coronado Bridge, famous Star of India, and the Seaport Village.


What's included

  • You'll be in control of your very own vessel and given the power to whizz your way around the harbor.

  • Includes rental of a 13-foot boat for up to two passengers.

  • This is a self-driving tour of the San Diego Harbor.


Reservations

Booking required

Book online at Fare Harbor at least 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. A credit card will be required to hold your reservation, but you will only be charged the $50 cancellation fee if you are a no-show. Last-minute reservations are based on availability.



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Where you'll be

Cabrillo Isle Marina, 1450 Harbor Island Drive, San Deigo, US

Standard opening hours

Monday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Tuesday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Wednesday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Thursday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Friday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Saturday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM
Sunday
Tour times09:00 AM
11:00 AM
01:00 PM

Closings & holidays

Thanksgiving Day & Christmas Day

Find out more

For more information, visit the San Diego Semi-Private Bay Cruise website.

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