Sailing Charters and Boat Tours in San Diego

About Our Sunset Sailing Cruises

A sunset cruise in San Diego is second to none. Pacifica Sailing Charters offers an amazing Sail into the setting sun aboard one of several different sailboats, including a 37' racing sailboat, a catamaran, or a 55' twin masted sailboat or a 45' luxury yacht. Experience an intimate 3-hour cruise with that special someone, friends and family, bring a small group of special friends.

We can take you and your special loved one, a small intimate group of six, or up to 27 friends and family to watch the last rays of the sun drop into the beautiful Pacific Ocean.

Enjoy complimentary beverages and snacks during the ride, or feel free to BYOB your food and beverages. You can even plug in your own music to add to the fun. 

A Sunset Cruise with Pacifica Sailing Charters lets you experience a “sunset” side of San Diego Bay, and the invredible reflections of glass from the high rises downtown. Our sailboats and catamarans unique vessel design are perfect for a relaxing atmosphere, and our guaranteed smooth ride make for an awe-inspiring sunset sail that will leave you wanting more. Our sunset sailing tours are designed specifically for those seeking a personal touch to an average sunset cruise. 

Explore the the San Diego bay with it's amazing variety of sea life, including dolphins, sea lions, and the occasional gray whale. MAke it a special occasion by bringing food and drinks of your choice, absolutely free.

Plug into our bluetooth wifi and enjoy a your favorite song lists from Spotify and Pandora, allowing you to experience an intimate yet laid-back mood unlike any other sunset cruise in San Diego.

Whether you are looking for a romantic outing, or a relaxing way to enjoy the evening sunset with freinds, our sunset cruise will satisfy any occasion and make for a memorable evening.

A Pacifica Sailing Charter Sunset Sail makes for the perfect late afternoon sailing cruise. Experience spectacular views of the San Diego Skyline as you make your way out the channel, past the subbase and old lighthouse. Take in the sights as you sail by Coronado North Island Naval Complex, the Sea Lion dock, the submarine base (NBPL), the Cabrillo National Monument, and the Point Loma Lighthouse.

Once in the Pacific, you will have an unobstructed view of a uniquely beautiful San Diego Sunset. As the sun sets, we will head towards Downtown San Diego with the changing colors of remaining sunlight and stare in awe at the city lights downtown as they begin to shimmer off the bay.

Our sailing boat tours and boat charters allow you to enjoy breathtaking views of downtown while relaxing on your own private yacht. Take a sailing lesson and explore the naval base, aircraft carriers, destroyers, and submarines, not to mention an incredible abundance of sea life including Sea Lions, Dolphins and Whales.

This tour of the bay is limited to couples, six passengers, 12 passengers, and up to 27 gusts depending on the size of your party. Your captain will share whimsicle tales of old san diego and tales of the sea as you enjoy the sights around San Diego including Harbor Island, Marine Mammal Training Facility, USS Midway, and so much more.

This 3-hour tour is likely ends with an amazing sunset reflection from the glass buildings downtown. We call this a Point Loma Sunset as has to be seen to be believed. Our captains are very knowledgeable and will be interactive throughout the duration of the trip. Remember to bring your camera for some of the best sunset pictures ever.

Experience a private group charter with up to six passengers while sailing along the San Diego Bay on our catamaran. If you’re looking for a late afternoon of family fun, or to celebrate with your friends look no further.

Leave your worries behind as you set sail and enjoy wine and cocktails as you relax with the setting sun. Create a lasting memory of a lifetime while Watching the setting sun cast its brilliant colors across the ocean and reflecting from the city as it lights up for the nightlife.

Whether you need a classic yacht for your corporate event, a sailing lesson, a bachelorette sailing party, or a burial at sea for a loved one, we can provide the perfect sailboat rental or sailing tour for your private parties, proposals, anniversaries, birthdays, ash scatterings, or simply a romantic sunset sail. 

Charter this Yacht with Captain
for a 2 hour Private Sunset Sight Seeing Cruise

$225/Per Guests (minimum 2 persons)

Marina and Port Fees / Credit Card Processing Fees / Gratuity Not Included

32' Catamaran for Larger Parties (4-12 Guests)

We have also added a fantastic new 32′ sailing catamaran for your harbor excursions should you feel the need to bring more friends and have a stable, fun, and exciting party.

This catamaran is roomy, stable, and can fit up to 12 guests for a remarkable cruise around the bay or beyond. This catamaran can be used for private parties, surfing trips, private birthday parties, Bachelorette parties, burials at sea or just a meandering cruise around the bay.

We take the time to insure your cruise is the best in town. Built on twin deep-V hulls with a solid round cresent shaped party seat, fiberglass bottom, two-stateroom interior, and a bar area for guests, this catamaran offers comfortable accommodations for two to ten persons.

What is a Catamaran?

A traditional sailboat is a monohull–in other words, it has only one hull centered around a heavy keel. A catamaran is balanced on two hulls, with the sails in the middle. It’s as simple as that.

Depending on the size of the boat, the space separating the two hulls might be filled by a cockpit, a main cabin, and usually some netting (which can be a great place for relaxing in the sun).

Why are Catamarans Popular?

Size and stability are the main factors. With two hulls and the space in between, there tends to be more room on a catamaran, both above and below decks. Vacationers chartering a boat love "Cats" for this reason.

There’s space for a lot of people and a lot of stuff. Additionally, the stability offered by having two hulls means that the boat doesn’t heel over like a monohull–it stays pretty much level. This means the sailing experience is less tiring, as you aren’t battling gravity.

Catamarans don’t need as much water underneath them, so you can sail in shallower places than a monohull, and in your anchorage at night, you won’t roll around. There’s also a bit more privacy for those onboard, as the two hulls are completely separate from one another. Lastly, they tend to be faster!

The roomy galley includes two pedestal island tables as well as a TV/VCR and a privacy door, and a circular seating area bin the back of the boat for parties, diving, and showering off after playing in the water. Two pocket doors close off the starboard sitting room, converting them into two private staterooms with a large comfortable bed and plenty of room for two persons each.

Whether you’re planning a birthday party, bachelorette party, corporate event, wedding or just want something special while cruising aboard our yachts, let us provide a cruise on San Diego Bay that will work within your budget to give you that extra special touch. You can BYOB your own food and Alcohol on all of our yachts at no extra charge.

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Charter times are 11am - 1pm / 2pm - 4pm / 5pm - 7pm Daily

Marina and Port Fees / Credit Card Processing Fees / Gratuity Not Included

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Cruises: 11:00am - 2:00pm - and again at 5:00pm
Departs: Marina Cortez (Harbor Island)

Cancellation policy: 24-hour notice needed for any cash refund

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