Each year approximately 20,000 gray whales migrate from the Bering Sea to the lagoons of Baja California and back again. Come witness this amazing journey off the coast of San Diego on this educational whale watching excursion.
Whale watching season is all year long in San Diego! Our team at Next Level Sailing provides the optimal experience with guides so experienced we received a 100 percent success rate during winter whale watching when spotting the King of the Deep.
We are one of the best outdoor activities to do in San Diego. Gray whale watching season spans from mid-December through April. Blue whales and fin whales are seen feeding in San Diego from April - August. Humpback whales and minke whales are seen throughout the year, particularly in the spring, summer, and fall. Aboard our 141-foot sailing yacht, the Yacht America, you will see a plethora of whales firsthand in their natural habitat. In addition to whales, we also see dolphins and sea lions, and an abundance of naval activity. Don't be surprised if you see an F-18 fly overhead!
Bring your own picnic, friends, and family for a wonderful day out on the water
Experience a day of imagination and fun during a trip to LEGOLAND California. More than 60 rides, shows and attractions are designed to entertain and expand your mind as you explore the amazing world of LEGO. You also have the option to visit SEA LIFE Aquarium, right next door for a fascinating glimpse into the aquatic world.
A ROARsome adventure awaits at the NEW Dino Valley, opening March 22, 2024 at LEGOLAND® California Resort, with new rides and bricktastic LEGO® dinosaurs!
Enjoy a 2.5-hour cruise aboard one of San Diego's finest dining vessels. Spend the evening in luxury as you dine on a gourmet dinner , sip on a complimentary cocktail and enjoy the music throughout the night. Upgrade your dinner cruise to include an unlimited bar option and don't forget your camera – this cruise features 25 scenic miles (40 km) of San Diego's magnificent skyline. Dining is inside. Don't forget to bring a jacket for after sunset.
The San Diego Zoo is a 100-acre wildlife park and home to over 12,000 rare and endangered animals, representing more than 650 species and subspecies. Located just north of downtown San Diego in Balboa Park, the Zoo is also an accredited botanical garden, caring for more than 700,000 individual plants, including a prominent curated assemblage of close to 13,000 specimens, representing 3,100 species.
The expansive new 3.2-acre Wildlife Explorers Basecamp is designed to appeal to all ages and foster empathy for wildlife by exploring nature. Built on the site of the historic Children’s Zoo, the basecamp features fresh and innovative elements, including eight buildings and habitats dispersed throughout four different habitat zones: Rainforest, Wild Woods, Marsh Meadows and Desert Dunes.
Tickets must be purchased at least one day prior to visit.
Enjoy the best harbor tour on the San Diego Bay—with a professionally narrated harbor tour of many storied landmarks. We’ll cover over 13 miles on the Big Bay, passing by Seaport Village, Shelter Island, ship-building and dry-docking facilities, Coronado Island, Point Loma, and Cabrillo National Monument, among many others. As we sail, we’ll see delightful marine animals and majestic sea birds, and we’ll talk about what local environmental efforts are doing to protect them. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to capture all the sights in photos and video, and our fully stocked snack bar is always open for purchase.
We are fortunate to have beautiful outdoor decks that are available for sightseeing on San Diego Bay. We have great weather on the bay right now, we would just recommend you bring a hat, light sweater or jacket and of course your sun glasses!
Come check out what the hype is all about, traveling like a local guided through Mexico's wine country - Valle de Guadalupe!
Everything about this adventure will have your IG and FB feed buzzing! Don't worry about paying, we've got you covered!
All-inclusive at a glance:
You will visit 3 renowned boutique wineries in the heart of the Valle where you will enjoy tastings of delicious reds, whites and rosé. Did we mention the food!?
The tour kicks off with delicious tacos at a mom and pop shop in Rosarito as you travel down the Baja coast in a private van loaded with cold beers and water. Experience tours of the wine making process to delicious tapas at one of the best lunch spots, Adobe Food Truck. Tour starts at approximately 8:30 am and returns to border around 7:00 pm.
A min of 6 passengers needed to run this public tour operated by Baja Society Tours. This tour is all-inclusive, however, tips are appreciated! US pickup and drop off available for an additional charge.
Our trips depart from Mission Bay, which requires only a short 10 minute journey access to the open ocean where whales and dolphins can be seen! The search for whales and other animals begins as soon as you depart the dock and our marine biologists are on the microphone explaining exactly what to expect and what you are seeing from the get go!
Take a 1- or 2-hour relaxing harbor cruise through the bay of San Diego, featuring unforgettable views of San Diego's skyline. This fully narrated tour will take you to all the places you want to see with time to spare! Enjoy live commentary that will give you a background, history and highlights of this awesome bay. You'll see some of the largest watercraft in the world up close.
Discover San Diego at your leisure with a unique tour around "America's Finest City". Create your own itinerary to see the most popular sights of San Diego and Coronado at your own pace hopping on and off with the options that best suit your interests.
It’s a boat, it’s a bus! It’s San Diego’s only amphibious Sea and Land Adventure! Experience "America's Finest City" on this one of a kind tour for all ages.
Enjoy an evening sailing under the sunset on a relaxing sailing cruise with a unique perspective on San Diego that you can only get from the water. Our San Diego Bay Sunset Sailing Cruises provide an up-close and personal view of the scenic waterfront architecture, military crafts, historical ship's and landmarks, local sea life and spectacular photo opportunities.
Experience life at sea without leaving port by visiting the USS Midway Museum, San Diego's number 1 rated visitor attraction. A visit to this historic naval aircraft carrier museum is an essential experience for people of all ages. Hangar Deck and Flight Deck tour routes will showcase Midway’s exclusive collection of more than 30 restored Navy aircraft and the incredible views of San Diego Bay.
Make the most of your weekend with a 2-hour brunch cruise through San Diego Bay. Capture prime views of the city skyline and harbor from a luxury yacht, and round out your morning bliss with bottomless mimosas and our brunch menu service includes breakfast favorites, vegetarian options, and so much more. Indoor seating. Listen to our live entertainment as the attentive crew constantly top off your glass. Shouldn’t weekends always be like this?
The San Diego Zoo Safari Park, an 1,800-acre wildlife park, is home to more than 3,600 animals representing over 300 species. More than 1 million guests each year see wildlife in herds of mixed species, in expansive savanna habitats. The Safari Park also maintains a vast accredited botanical collection of more than 1.3 million plant specimens, representing over 3,700 species. Guests are invited to take part in thrilling safari experiences and create lasting memories, while supporting San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s conservation efforts to save wildlife worldwide.
Tickets must be purchased at least one day prior to visit. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Safari Park.
Led by a fun and knowledgeable guide, the 7 hour trip features a 3-hour scenic drive and 4 hours spent at various locations. Learn the history of San Diego between stops with live narration, music and video. See all of San Diego in just a few hours.
Pick up point is at Santa Fe Depot. We first make our way to the historic Gaslamp district and Little Italy. Then, down the Embarcadero to Chicano Park, over the Coronado Bridge and make the first 45 minute stop at the historic Hotel Del Coronado. Then, the tour will make a 45 minute stop at beautiful Balboa Park. We then go to the birthplace of California, Old Town, our next 45 minute stop.
Next, go up the 5 Freeway to La Jolla Cove for another 45 minute stop. We ride by Pacific Beach and stop at Mission Beach for final 45 minute stop, before returning to the downtown pick up point.
We offer FIVE 45 minute stops - the most extensive tour you will ever experience of San Diego!
Catamarans really are more fun to sail with the special bow nets designed for sunbathing, and lounging around watching sea life, and water rush by. The swift and stable ocean design ensures a comfortable, and exhilarating ride without the rolling and leaning that often causes seasickness on other boats. When you are welcomed aboard, you'll feel comfortable right away because we really do like people, and with such small groups, you've escaped the crowds. We always say it's great to be a tourist, but better to not feel like a tourist. With cushioned seating with back rests, our catamarans are comfortable for all ages of guests from young kids to seniors. A perfect way to spend a lazy day, unwinding and relaxing, no cares in the world.
For more then a decade, we have been San Diego's only, VIP/Private, Family Whale/Dolphin Adventure!!
Your own Private, "Family Limo", on the water with a Licensed USCG Captain at the helm!! (Tandem trips up to 12 passengers)
All current operating permits and USCG safety equipped.
Enclosed Cabin with Captain chairs and a full restroom.
Observation Tower on top that seats 3
The most popular cruise in San Diego is the Champagne Brunch Cruise. Sparkling waves and soft breezes set the mood for this relaxing mid-day brunch cruise, featuring free-flowing bubbly, and unbeatable views of San Diego’s sights. Sail past amazing San Diego sights including the Coronado Bay Bridge, the USS Midway Aircraft Carrier Museum, the Star of India, and Naval Air Station North Island. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the ideal way to see the Bay with a brunch cruise in San Diego. This is the perfect brunch cruise for fresh air, sunshine, and sightseeing.
Get ready for an unforgettable journey with 'The Ultimate Baja Experience'! As the premier Wine and Dine Tour company, we take service to a whole new level – just ask our satisfied travelers on TripAdvisor and Yelp! With years of expertise, we've nurtured personal bonds with winemakers, chefs, and hotel owners, giving you insider access like no other. In Baja, home to around 200 wineries, most nestled in the scenic Valle de Guadalupe, we handpick 3 of the absolute best for you to explore.
Prepare your taste buds for a one-of-a-kind treat – the unique and delicious fare that's only found in Valle. Your 7-hour wine tour is a rollercoaster of delights, from amazing wine tastings to irresistible food and cheese samplings. Join us in crafting memories that'll forever echo the beauty of Baja's wine country. Come, sip, savor, and make your mark on the unforgettable Baja Wine Region.
During this tour, you will learn about the rich history, culture, and architecture of the area from one of our highly trained guides throughout the way. Taste samples and enjoy specially created dishes at locally owned restaurants. The tour lasts 3 hours long.
Experience the thrill of driving your own speed boat on a guided and narrated tour around San Diego's Harbor. You’ll navigate and captain your own speed boat for the entirety of the tour while following a trained and knowledgeable guide in a different boat. There is a two-way communication systems mounted in each boat so you'll be able to hear your guide throughout the tour. This speed boat adventure is a great way see the beautiful San Diego harbor and learn about its history while speeding through water.
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On our OFFICIAL Haunted San Diego Ghost Tour, you will hear spine-tingling stories about real people, history, folklore, and the ghosts that make San Diego one of the most haunted cities in the west.
We are the #1 highest reviewed SD ghost tour on TA, Yelp, Google & Facebook.
Our roughly 2-hour bus and light walking tour brings San Diego history alive… one ghost story at a time. Be prepared for a combination of authentic history, genuine creepy moments, and cheesy joke laughs to lighten the mood. Be ready to experience an array of emotions and learn about the dark side of SD as well.
Join us on our tour, and you’ll experience:
Our proof that ghosts exist
Captivating history told in a theatrical way
Professional dramatic storytellers in costume
The ghost coach, our coffin/theater on wheels
Hauntings events sometimes happen on tour (it's rare but it does happen)
It's time to sign up and get spooky!
Spend time with the people you love most, on a boat! Whether you're throwing a special event or you just want to get back to nature, the sea is the place to be. 42 foot sailing yacht 'Mojave' is the perfect place for birthday parties, anniversaries, honeymoons, family vacations, engagements, or just a tour of the bay with friends. The boat is clean, luxurious, and very spacious. Join me, Captain Liz, on a trip to see the iconic sites of San Diego such as The USS Midway aircraft carrier, The Star of India, and The Coronado Bridge. Enjoy breathtaking views of the San Diego skyline, Point Loma and the California sunset. We can also say hello to some sea lions along the way! There are complementary snacks and beverages on board or you can bring whatever you would like. One bottle of Champagne is included. This experience is perfect for all types of people, from anywhere, at any age. Speaker, refrigerator, and restroom available. Sail in Peace with Sterling Sails.
