SAN DIEGO
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 san diego speedboat tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Captain your own F13 mini speedboat on a guided 13-mile trip around San Diego Harbor. Guides such as David, Keoni, Jeremy, and Keegan combine clear safety instruction with harbor facts, photo stops, sea lions, naval ships, and fast, splashy turns.
“Dope experience! Our tour guide was amazing! We had plenty of time to explore around and absorb all the amazing views!”
Meet Flagship Cruises at 990 N Harbor Drive for a 30-minute Patriot jet boat ride. Your captain takes you past the USS Midway, Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village, and Coronado Island at up to 40 knots, with 360-degree spins, loud music, ponchos, and plenty of spray.
“This is the second time taking family member for a ride in the fast boat and it thrilled my two nephews (age is 9 and 14). The ride was great, fun and wet. I will suggest to anyone, adult, child or teen to take a ride in the fast boat. Thanks to the help and driver of the fast boat for a wonderful time. My nephews will always remember the ride.”
Ride Flagship’s open-air Patriot Jet Boat from North Harbor Drive for 30 minutes of high-speed turns across San Diego Bay. You’ll pass the USS Midway, naval ships, Coronado Bridge, Star of India, and downtown skyline while music plays and ponchos guard against the spray.
“Wild ride and great vibe with the music blasting. So much fun for our family of 5. Felt safe the whole time with the crew. Just wish it would have been a little longer for the price.”
Take the wheel of a mini speedboat on a two-hour San Diego Harbor tour. After a 30-minute safety briefing, follow your English-speaking guide past the USS Midway, Star of India, Maritime Museum, Coronado Bridge, sea lions, and downtown. Drivers must be 18 or older.
“keonie was so much fun we had a blast!!!!!!!!! his "dad or bad" jokes were funny hunny and I had a blast THANK YOU”
Pair a GPS-guided GoCar ride with a Coast Guard-approved F13 mini speedboat in San Diego. Drive past Balboa Park, Petco Park, and Point Loma, then learn about harbor ships and sea lions with a guide such as Liam or David. You can complete both rentals in one day or split them across two.
“The speedboats are super cool Liams such an awesome guide, the harbor is beautiful you get to learn alot about the ships and crafts and see the cutest sea lions 😍 will definitely go again!! The go cars are okay theyre fast just feel a little too expensive but you are on your own with a gps guide so thats nice”
Join Netzero Expeditions for a three-hour Zodiac speedboat trip from Seaforth Marina. With up to six passengers, a USCG captain, and marine biologists or naturalists, you’ll search for seasonal whales and year-round dolphins, with guides such as Manolo, Jack, and Bogart leading the way.
“Spend the money for the smaller tour. Boat is much faster and can cover much more ground and the crew is amazing!”
Meet at the marina, receive a clear safety briefing, then take the wheel of a 24-foot Bayliner with a 150hp engine. You can cruise San Diego Bay for 1 to 4 hours, relax beneath the Bimini top, or enjoy the sun. One driver must be at least 21 with a valid license.
“Very quick easy process to get the boat. Everything explained clearly. It was amazing!!”
You’ll pilot a two-person F13 mini speedboat past the USS Midway, sea lions, Point Loma, and Coronado, then follow an iRide GPS scooter route through Old Town, Balboa Park, the Zoo, and downtown. Guide Tanner leads the boat portion, with safety gear and orientation included.
“our tour guide Tanner was awesome ! It was a great experience.”
Join a USCG captain and in-person guide aboard a fast Zodiac from Mission Bay. In a group of up to six, cruise up to 12 miles offshore for seasonal whales and year-round dolphins. Bring water and snacks, and expect a lively ride with no guarantee of sightings.
“It was a great time. Very nice, friendly, and knowledgeable crew. Clean boat”
Every kind of fast boat on the site, and the water it runs on.
