What Our Guests Are Saying
From sunset sails to full-day adventures, our guests consistently share how unforgettable their time on San Diego Bay has been. Read a few of their stories and see why Pacifica Sailing Charters is one of the top-rated private sailing experiences in Southern California.
Maricell H.September 25, 2025Verified Mick was a great help in setting us up for a wonderful birthday sail on a very special boat. We were a group of 13 and our entire experience was perfect - the expert crew was attentive and made our day a very special memory. Highly recommend Pacifica. Ashley D.August 23, 2025Verified We had an amazing time on Pacifica sailing charter celebrating my sister's bachelorette party. Captain Mick, who was absolutely incredible and very accommodating and made our experience so much fun (and helped us take so many photos)! We took some sandwiches and seltzers and enjoyed such a beautiful sailing day. I highly recommend booking Pacifica sailing charters for any sailing activity party event. We honestly had so much fun and we are looking forward to coming back for our next event! Antoinette H.August 23, 2025Verified Captain Mick is so amazing! I'm here for my birthday and is very informative and a great captain. Please book Pacifica sailing charters for your next occasion!! Thank you for a great time! Gabrielle M.June 20, 2025Verified We had an amazing time relaxing out on the water on the Sea Esta with our captain Mick! Taylor F.May 18, 2025Verified Mick was a wonderful tour guide and captain! 10/10 recommend Pacifica Sailing Charters! Reese S.May 18, 2025Verified This was an amazing boat ride! Went with 5 girls for a bachelorette trip and Mick was amazing. Tracey L.October 4, 2024Verified Sailing with Mick on a private sailing with Pacifica was so much fun. He was very knowledgeable of the area and was a wonderful and funny Captain. It was smooth sailing all the way and we got to see lots of seals, the Navy and animal kind, and spotted some dolphin too. If you are in the area and want the luxury of a private sail with family or friends, look no further, this is the company to book with. Thank you Mick for a really fun few hours and memories for a lifetime! Susie G.October 4, 2024Verified Mick was an amazing captain! Such a beautiful day on the catamaran cruising around San Diego bay. My girlfriends and I celebrated my 60th birthday and had a fantastic time. Mick is funny, nice, and took such great care of us,and took us to spots to see seals and dolphin. Highly recommend and would do this again! Thank you Mick and Pacifica Sailing Charters! Robin S.October 4, 2024Verified Had such a great time on Pacifica Sailing Charters. Mick was the perfect captain and we loved our catamaran excursion yesterday. We will definitely be back. Andrew L.August 22, 2024Verified Mick is an absolute professional. He has a long and prestigious history as a yacht racer - and wild stories to boot. His laid-back sense of humor and warm demeanor make him an amazing captain. I would recommend him to anyone.
Bhavik HiraparaSeptember 28, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Had the best time on this private charter! Mick was very professional and accommodating, took us out on the sailboat throughout the entire bay. 10/10, above and beyond, highly recommend. Kayla SymonéSeptember 27, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We booked the boat for a birthday celebration! 10/10 experience. Mick was amazing, welcoming, accommodating and offered great conversation. Would definitely book again! Breshay MarleySeptember 27, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I’m having an amazing time here with Micks help! Please book I recommend 10/10!! Vibes are here fasho Alyssa VideauSeptember 27, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mick was such a great host! He greeted us warmly, educated us on boat safety and made us so comfortable. The catamaran was very clean sailed great. 10/10. Would definitely recommend and would book again. If you’re in the San Diego area, please book your 2 hour booze cruise. You won’t be disappointed. Veronica StevensSeptember 15, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. sailing with pacifica was incredible! the boat was pristine, the crew was knowledgeable, and the views of the san diego coastline were breathtaking. Star SmithSeptember 14, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I wanted to take a private boat ride for my birthday and found Pacifica. My family and I had such a nice time out on the water! We were a little late, but Captain Mick was very understanding. 10/10 would book again! Wasany HallSeptember 14, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very beautiful area, and beautiful boat! We boarde, and our Captain (Captain Mick) was extremely kind and well informed about safety. We enjoyed a gorgeous lunch on the water with lots of relaxing scenery. I would recommend this for anyone looking for a nice time excursion in San Diego, with a very experienced Captain! Caleea-Rae McCullumSeptember 14, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mick ! He was amazing very pleasurable very nice funny lovely time amazing views ! Definitely would book here again !! Melony McCullumSeptember 14, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great experience out in San Diego! We had an excellent captain who was extremely friendly, familiar with the area, and knowledgeable with sailing. Beautiful boat, with a great view on the deck! Thank you Captain Mick, we absolutely would return again?
More Kind Words from Our Sailors
This was a great tour indeed …. the view of the Pacific Ocean and the San Diego shoreline 3 hours of relaxation is worth every minute.
The captain was amazing very social and experience.
— Moe F, Turlock, CA
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My family went out on the Masquerade. We have done a few other sailing charters in San Diego and this was by far the best.
Mick is a great captain and guide and tailors the trip to whatever you want to do. Highly recommended.
— Nuke L, Scottsdale, AZ
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Wonderful mid-day activity. I recommend requesting Anthony as your captain-enthusiastic, positive attitude, and overall a very laid back and accommodating guide.
— Alejandro S, La Jolla, CA
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Captain Mick is awesome! Booked the sunset cruise for me and my husband a couple of weekends ago and had a great time. He really goes out of his way to make sure your sailing experience is enjoyable. He is super knowledgeable about the harbor and San Diego in general.
— Ashleigh C, San Diego, CA
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Our experience was wonderful. The weather was perfect, the boat was classic and our captain was both knowledgeable and entertaining.
Captain Mick gave us a one of kind sailing excursion. I would recommend him to anyone!
— Amber M, Long Beach, CA
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Excellent time out in the bay. Mick was an excellent captain, answering all our questions. Lots of fun seeing the Pelicans, egrets, seals, Dolphins, and sea lions.
— Diana L, Sun City, CA
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First I will start with Captain Mick rocks!!! He is very knowledgeable about sailing and makes sure you are comfortable and know what to expect out on the water. I tell you, I had an amazing time sailing aboard The Madagascar she’s a beauty. Will definitely do it again with friends.
— Ericka O, Surprise, AZ
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My son and I had a great time on the tour! It was a lovely day – island felt like we were sailing with family and friends.
— Stephanie W, Las Vegas, NV
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