Included
Curated coordinates for sites of interest.
BYO wetsuit or rent from us.
Boats depart from 1617 Quivira Road.
Ammenities
Price range (per guest)
$55 - $113 (La Jolla private)
$76 - $189 (half-day offshore private)
$90 - $189 (Coronado Islands private)
$105 - $248 (all-day offshore private)
$283.50 (Coronado Islands public trip)
All fees included
Recommended for ages 8 and up
Boats are priced per activity, not by guest
FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE: Our ocean-going fleet features 2 boats, one for up to 21 guests and another for 24. For smaller groups, we recommend joining our public Coronado Islands trips.
EXPERT GUIDANCE: Our entire crew comprises seasoned scuba divers who know the ocean's surface and depths thoroughly. Their advanced safety training ensures each trip is an insightful and secure experience.
WELL SUITED FOR: Wildlife photographers, marine researchers, educators, birdwatchers, shark enthusiasts, nature-lovers, and snorkelers looking to avoid the hassles of shore-based tours.
Seasonal Highlights
Sea Lion Season
Coronado Islands, Mexico
Our favorite time of the year is here: world-class sea lion snorkeling at the islands. The pups are now curious tweens ready to check you out!
$283.50/guest (public trip)
Requires valid passport
Underwater Park
La Jolla
The clearest visibility of the year is here, and as the only local snorkeling charter, we’ll bring you to prime sites with minimal kick-out.
$55 - $113/guest (private charter)
Boats are priced per activity, not by guest
(5 hours)
24-guest boat $1,936 - $2,701
21-guest boat $1,310 - $1,843
🧑🏻✈️ Crew tip: Fall offers the best local visibility, and snorkeling by boat is a treat you won't find anywhere else in San Diego.
Half-Day Offshore
(5 hours)
24-guest boat $2,904 - $4,529
21-guest boat $1,513 - $2,064
👨🏼✈️ Crew tip: This trip is ideal if you're open to spotting dolphins, whales, mola-molas, and birds without focusing on any specific species.
(7 hours)
24-guest boat $2,904 - $4,529
21-guest boat $1,799 - $2,299
👩✈️ Crew tip: The best time to visit the islands is from September through December when sea lion snorkeling is world-class!
All-Day Offshore
(10 hours)
24-guest boat $3,195 - $4,953
21-guest boat $2,100 - $2,760
👩🏾✈️ Crew tip: This trip is ideal if you're ready to commit to finding specific species or venture far into the ocean, experience recommended.
All in one Mission Bay shop
Check-in, rental gear fitting, boat boarding
We'll keep you safe
Crew trained with quarterly drills and safety debriefs
We'll treat you right
Kindness is contagious is our life and work essence
We'll make it easy
Help with gear and guiding you to the best spots
Offshore San Diego Marine Life
DOLPHIN SPECIES
Long-beaked common dolphins (common)
Short-beaked common dolphins (common)
Pacific white-sided dolphins (common)
Bottlenose dolphins (common)
Risso dolphins (rare)
OTHER SPECIES
California sea lions (common)
Mola-molas (common)
Elephant seals (rare)
Harbor seals (rare)
Green sea turtles (rare)
SEABIRD SPECIES
Pelicans (common)
Cormorants (common)
Seagulls (common)
Terns (common)
Black skimmers (common)
Brown boobies (rare)
Albatrosses (rare)
Shearwaters (rare)
Humboldt
Comfortable and safe, our Newton 46' Special flagship is a local favorite that ensures easy entry and exit.
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Orion
Cozy and private, our Newton 38' provides for an intimate experience and indoor comfort.
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Money back on weather cancelations
Full refund up to 30 days
"Fulfilled my dream of seeing sea lions! The boat is very nice, snacks, lunch. Everything is amazing, I highly recommend it!"
Joy Augusto
San Diego, CA