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A top San Diego attraction! The Patriot Jet Boat is our salute to San Diego’s military heritage — a blend of power and patriotism, the turbo-charged Patriot is adorned with stars and stripes, red, white, and blue hues, and 2,800-horsepower engines. Celebrate your freedom to zoom across the bay at high speeds, past scenic landmarks and under the Coronado Bridge. With music pumping, your captain will perform exhilarating maneuvers, punctuated with precision stops for quick photo ops. Ponchos are provided — you will get wet! But the refreshing ocean spray, adrenaline rush and panoramic views will have you screaming for more!

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• 30 Minute Open-Air Jet Boat Tour
• High-Speed Ride with Precision Maneuvers
• Spectacular San Diego Views

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Get ready for screams, speed and splashes on a high-speed tour of San Diego Bay. There's nothing like it!

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• 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Boarding time 15 minutes prior.

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‡ For your safety do not ride if you are pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart, neck or back problems, have had recent surgery, are prone to motion sickness or any other medical condition that might be aggravated by the speed and forces of the Patriot.

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Patriot Jet Boat Route

No two Patriot trips are the same, but this is not just a random joy ride through the bay. You will be taken past San Diego's most beautiful waterfront sights, including :

U.S.S. Midway Aircraft Carrier, North Island Naval Air Station, Coronado Bridge, Star of India and the iconic ships of the Maritime Museum and the San Diego Skyline .

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San Diego: Patriot Jet Boat Thrill Ride

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Come aboard the Patriot Jet Boat for an entertaining, turbo-charged tour of San Diego's most scenic waterfront spots. Get ready for speed, screams, and splashes!

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• Live guiding English
• Duration 30 minutes
• 30-minute tour on an open-air jet boat
• Ponchos are provided
• Enjoy high-speed spins, tricks, and turns
• Experience spectacular San Diego views
• Discover the beauty of San Diego Bay on an open-air jet boat

Description

Embark on a thrilling adventure on the San Diego bay as you zip and zoom past military ships, along the downtown skyline, and under the iconic Coronado Bridge. With rock music pumping, feel the wind and the refreshing spray of the San Diego bay as the Patriot carves 360-degree turns and reaches speeds upwards of 50 miles per hour. There's no experience like it. Enjoy gorgeous views on a 30-minute tour on an open-air jet boat. No two Patriot trips are the same, but this is not just a random joy ride through the bay. You will be taken past San Diego's most beautiful waterfront sights including: USS Midway Aircraft Carrier, North Island Naval Air Station, Coronado Bridge, Star of India and the iconic ships of the Maritime Museum, as well as the San Diego skyline. You may get wet, but ponchos are provided.

• Participants must be 48 inches (122 cm) or taller to ride. All minors must be accompanied by an adult
• If prone to seasickness, consider medication in advance
• Only guests in good health should ride
• Secure your belongings, the tour is not responsible for lost items
• You may get wet (ponchos are provided)
• All guests must be able to transfer in and out of the boat by themselves or with the assistance of a member of their party
• For your safety, do not ride if you are pregnant, have high blood pressure, heart, neck, or back problems, have had recent surgery, are prone to motion sickness or any other medical condition that might be aggravated by the speed and forces of the boat

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2-Hour Speed Boat Tour of San Diego Bay

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San Diego Harbor Dinner Cruise + Speed Boat Tour Combo

Experience the thrill of captaining your own speed boat on the San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Tour! Follow an expert guide through San Diego Bay, passing landmarks like the USS Midway and Coronado Bridge. This 2-hour, fully narrated tour offers excitement, panoramic views, and family-friendly fun. No experience needed—just bring your sense of adventure! up to 2 hrs 1 or more people

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• Enjoy a thrilling 2-hour water adventure on the San Diego Bay aboard a F13 mini-speedboat.
• Departs from Cabrillo Isle Marina-San Diego Harbor. Please arrive 30 minutes prior to the scheduled departure to check in and sign a waiver.
• Cruise past Big Bay sights such as the USS Midway, a US Navy submarine, Seaport Village, San Diego Maritime Museum, and more.
• Must be age 18 and up to drive the boat and age 5 and up to be a passenger.
• Total max weight of passengers per boat is 450 lbs.
• No experience or boating license required.
• Bring a swimsuit(summer) or jacket(winter), towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a waterproof bag for gadgets.
• Not recommended for guests who are pregnant, had recent surgery, or with neck or back problems.

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San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Tour Reviews

San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Tour is located at San Diego Speed Boat Adventures | San Diego Boat Tours • 1450 Harbor Island Drive • San Diego , CA 92101

Nearby Things to Do

• San Diego Dinner Cruise by City Cruises
• San Diego Brunch Cruise by City Cruises
• Maritime Museum of San Diego
• USS Midway Museum
• GoCar: Full Day San Diego Driving Tour

Nearby Hotels & Lodging

• The Sofia Hotel
• Wyndham Garden San Diego Near SeaWorld
• The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
• Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
• Holiday Inn Express San Diego - Sea World Area

Frequently Asked Questions about San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Tour

Are there weight requirements.

Yes. The total weight of passengers must not exceed 450 lbs per boat. A small child (under 50 lbs) is allowed to sit in the middle.

Are there age requirements?

You must be 18 years or older to drive the speedboat and ages five years and up to be a passenger.

Any health restrictions?

Part of the fun at Speed Boat Adventure Tours is that you'll ride the boat in the open water. Although generally the water is calm, it can get rough at times. Because of this, pregnant guests are not permitted on the boat. The tour is not recommended for guests with neck or back problems or recent surgery.

How fast are the speedboats?

The speedboats can go as fast as 20 to 25 knots.

What if I have never driven a boat?

No problem! Our boats are very simple to operate, and you will receive basic instructions on boat driving before your tour. If you can safely drive a car, you can most likely drive the speedboats.

What should I bring?

Bring a swimsuit in the summer or jacket in the winter, a towel, sunblock, sunglasses, a waterproof bag for your gadgets, and sandals or flip-flops.

Can we switch drivers?

Absolutely! There will be several times during the tour. You can switch drivers halfway through.

Do I need a special license for driving a speedboat?

No, you do not need a special license to drive the speedboats.

Do the tour guides ride on the guests' boat?

No, the tour will ride in another speedboat, which you'll follow while driving your own speedboat. You'll communicate via a radio communication system.

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San Diego Speed Boat Adventures, Inc

2 hour tour driving your own speed boat.

Embark on a 13-mile speed boat ride tour for an unforgettable sightseeing journey through San Diego Harbor with the best views of the bay! Experience a once-in-a-lifetime view of Navy ships, the USS Midway aircraft museum, Coronado Bridge, the famous Star of India, the historic ships of the Maritime Museum, the downtown skyline, photogenic seals and so much more. Your guide is happy to point you in the right direction and show you famous sights along the way.

San Diego Speed Boat Adventure Harbor Tour

After making your way to the Cabrillo Isle Marina in San Diego Harbor, your guide welcomes you to your speedboat adventure. Start off with a safety briefing taught by your professional guide, followed by a lesson on hand signals and boating rules. You’ll navigate and drive your own F13 speed boat for the entirety of the tour, following the lead of your guide who sets the pace in a different boat. Your boat is equipped with two-way communication systems that allow you to hear your guide throughout the tour. If you want to change drivers you may do so at any of the brief stops. Set out on your 13-mile (20-km) spin around San Diego Harbor, which includes several stops for photo ops and a closer look at points of interest throughout the harbor. Enjoy close views, from your vantage point on the water, of US Navy ships and aircraft carriers such as the USS Midway, home to a museum that offers insights into the history of this famous vessel. Zip over to see the famous vessel the Star of India, one of several historic ships berthed at the San Diego Maritime Museum. You'll also pass the Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village, the cruise ship terminal, and have excellent views of the downtown skyline and possibly the sea lions that live in these waters.

Choose from four departure times in the morning and afternoon for your 2-hour tour of San Diego Harbor.

Neighborhood: Point Loma Peninsula

1450 Harbor Island Drive Suite 205 San Diego, CA 92101

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Daily: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

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• Tours Daily beginning at 9:00 AM
• No boating experience or license required
• Professionally trained guide leading and narrating the tour
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• 2-hour self-drive speed boat tour on San Diego Harbor
• Navigate and captain your own speed boat
• Get close to US Navy ships, the Coronado Bridge, a submarine and more
• Learn from your knowledgeable guide about fun facts about the sights
• See the Sea Lions and other marine life up close.

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• General Admission - Adult
• General Admission - Senior
• Boat Excursions

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San Diego Speed Boat Adventures

Speed Boat Adventures operates a variety of guided water cruises and land tours throughout the United States and Australia. The San Diego branch of Speed Boat Adventures offers almost a dozen different tours. Some of these are individual tours, some of these are package deals that combine multiple tours into one ticketed experience, but all San Diego Speed Boat Adventures tours are known for being fun and informative ways to learn all about this fantastic coastal city. All San Diego Speed Boat Adventures water tours are conducted via F13 mini speed boats that can hold up to three passengers, while their city tours feature your choice of scooter or GoCar —which are two-person, three-wheeled vehicles specially designed to suit the needs of visitors interested in a uniq ue way of exploring San Diego. If you’ve never been on a speed boat, there’s nothing to fear: -San Diego Speed Boat Adventures fleet of F13s are easy to use even for first timers, and their knowledgeable staff will cover everything you need to know about operating the boat before you set off.

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San Diego Speed Boat Tour

This is the single most popular tour available from San Diego Speed Boat Adventures. This 90-minute, professionally guided tour teaches you the basics of speed boating and runs four times every day. Along the way, you’ll traverse some 13 miles of beautiful San Diego Bay as you race past the city’s skyline and landmarks like the Maritime Museum , Coronado Bridge, the USS Midway Museum , and much, much more. Each Speed Boat Adventures vessel can hold three people, which grants you a degree of ticket-purchasing flexibility: a single-person ticket costs approximately $120, a two-person ticket $160, and a three-passenger ride just over $200. Your ticket comes with complimentary bottled water, and a United States Coast Guard-approved life jacket is provided.

GoCar & Speed Boat Combo Tour

Also known as the “Land and Sea Special,” the GoCar & Speed Boat Combo Tour is a distinctive way to experience San Diego from all angles. Clocking in at 4 hours, this package tour includes a guided two-hour speed boat tour across San Diego Bay and a two-hour GoCar excursion through the charming streets of San Diego. What’s more, if you value your sightseeing flexibility, you don’t even have to go on both parts of the combo tour on the same day—you can book the GoCar and speed boat portions of your tour for different days, or whenever best suits your schedule. Each GoCar holds two people, and you must rent the entire vehicle. Every GoCar renter must be at least 21 years old—GoCars are unable to accommodate car seats for small children. A GoCar rental costs about $250, and it’s important to note that a security deposit hold will be placed on your credit card until you safely return the GoCar at the conclusion of your tour.

Guided Scooter & Speed Boat Combo Tour

If a GoCar ride doesn’t sound like it’s your type of thing, how about a scooter? The Guided Scooter & Speed Boat Combo Tour works much like the GoCar & Speed Boat Combo Tour, except that instead of a two-person GoCar, you’ll be buzzing about town on your electric scooter. One of the most appealing aspects of an electric scooter tour of San Diego is that it’s able to take you along streets and get you places that larger trollies and tours buses can’t go. This combo tour leaves four times a day, and typically lasts four to five hours. For one person, a ticket will cost about $180. For a two-person experience, it’s going to be just under $290.

Other Speed Boat Adventures and Services

Besides its most popular tours listed above, San Diego Speed Boat Adventures features a long list of additional tour options.

• If you are seeing other sights while in San Diego you can save some money if by getting a Go San Diego Pass . The San Diego Speed Boat Adventures is included as are many other great San Diego Attractions .

•Standalone GoCar tours—that is, a GoCar rental without speed boat component—come in a number of formats and price points. There’s a two-hour tour that highlights Balboa Park and the Hillcrest neighborhood, there’s a three-hour tour that emphasizes Point Loma, Cabrillo National Monument, and San Diego’s naval history, and there’s even a full-day GoCar tour that lasts eight hours and covers just about everything San Diego you can think of!

• Likewise, there are individual scooter tours available, too. These include a three-hour tour focusing on lovely, historic Coronado Island, and a two-hour tour that takes you through Balboa Park and downtown San Diego.

• If you’re in the mood for something really unique, you might want to consider San Diego Speed Boat Adventures’ Exotic Driving Experience tour. For individuals who are at least 25 years old, this special outing lets you rent a Vanderhall Venice GTS for a memorable drive into the mountains outside San Diego.

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Speedboat Adventure San Diego Bay

What better way to see the beautiful harbor side of San Diego than to cruise in your very own speed boat . You will have 2 full hours to cruise up and down Big Bay covering 13 miles of the top tourist attractions Big Bay has to offer. The tour is narrated by a local professional who will fill you in on some fun facts of the area and will test your boating skills when it is time to go fast.

• Your own F13 mini speed boat
• Full safety briefing
• Professional guide narrating the tour

During your San Diego cruise you will visit the famous Star of India, Coronado Bridge, Navy Ships, Aircraft carriers, Seaport Village, encounter wild Sea Lions all complimented by the downtown skyline from a unique, up close and personal perspective that is a must for any adventure-seeking tourist. Don't forget your camera because there will be some awesome opportunities to take some great shots.

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Fitness and experience.

• Minimum age of 16 to drive with a parent/guardian on board
• Minimum age to board is 5 years old
• Max weight of 450 lbs. per boat
• No experience necessary

What to Bring/Wear

• Wear clothing suitable for the weather on the day

What is Supplied

• F13 mini speed boat
• USCG approved life vest
• Instruction on boating basic and rules of the water
• Professionally trained guide narrating the tour

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• Up to 3 adults can ride in a boat together; a minimum of two passengers required

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The 7 Best San Diego Boat Tours

Explore this coastal city's sights with a relaxing boat excursion.

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Flagship Cruises & Events takes its visitors out on the water to see San Diego's top attractions.

With its coastal perch and abundance of marine life, San Diego is best explored by boat. Whether you select a high-speed adventure or a relaxed sailboat ride, you'll enjoy spectacular views of the city and an experienced guide by your side. After consulting both traveler opinion and expert input, U.S. News determined that the following are the best San Diego boat tours.

Note: Some tour providers on this list may be running more limited operations due to COVID-19 or may impose testing or vaccine requirements. Check with your tour operator about availability before you book.

Flagship Cruises & Events – San Diego Harbor Cruise Full Bay Tour

This two-hour, comprehensive trip takes travelers to see the top sights in San Diego Bay, including the Star of India ship, the  Maritime Museum of San Diego , the Coronado Bridge and more. The ship comes equipped with a full-service bar that sells drinks (both alcoholic and nonalcoholic) and snacks. Tour-takers generally appreciate the guides' narration, which they frequently call both entertaining and informative. However, a few note it was hard to hear the guides at different parts of the ship.

Cruises are available daily with multiple departures in the morning and afternoon. Tickets to ride the triple-decker boats start at $37 for adults and $27.75 for children 4 to 12. If you're short on time, you can opt to take an hourlong cruise of either the north or south section of the bay.

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Sail San Diego – Day Sail – 3 hours

Sail San Diego's three-hour Day Sail can be tailored to focus on San Diego Bay or the Pacific Ocean: it's the passengers' choice. Captains double as tour guides, and tourgoers consistently call them capable, knowledgeable and amusing. Sightings of dolphins and other sea creatures are common.

The approximately $100 ticket price covers the tour itself, parking and use of jackets and binoculars. You'll also enjoy complimentary snacks and beverages (including beer and wine). The tours, which start around 1 p.m. daily, typically have no more than six patrons at a time. Sail San Diego also offers a sunset sail and whale watching excursions.

Speed Boat Adventures – Speed Boat Adventure Tour

Speed Boat Adventure Tours permit visitors to take the helm of a speedboat on this guided tour of San Diego Bay. After providing instructions on how to operate the boats, which can accommodate up to three people, travelers take the wheel while guides provide information and observations via a two-way radio. You'll see the downtown skyline, Navy ships, the USS Midway Museum , Seaport Village and Coronado Bridge as well as various marine animals. Tour-takers regularly describe the guides' commentary as both entertaining and informative.

Tours last roughly 90 minutes and cover 13 miles. Prices vary depending on the number of tour participants (up to three people can ride per boat); a couple can expect to pay approximately $180. Speed Boat Adventures also offers a tour combining the boat ride with the use of electric scooters.

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Sea lions are visible year-round in San Diego.

Adventure Whale Watching – Whale Watching

Adventure Whale Watching's tours give people the chance to see a variety of different whale types depending on the season. Travelers can generally see gray, blue, fin, Bryde's and humpback whales in spring and summer, while minke, fin and humpback whales are typically spotted around fall and winter. You could see dolphins, sea lions and seals year-round. Captains piloting the rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) are also naturalists who provide facts about marine life during the three-hour outings. The captains typically win praise from passengers for their knowledge and professionalism.

Tours occur two or three times daily (depending on the season) with morning, noon and afternoon departures. Tickets cost approximately $100 per person. Tours are limited to six passengers. Children younger than 4 may not partake in a public tour; you will need to book a private tour.

Everyday California – La Jolla Sea Cave Kayak Tour

During these approximately 90-minute journeys, paddlers will explore the La Jolla Underwater Park and Ecological Reserve, where they can see the area's seven sea caves. Kayakers may also glimpse sharks, whales or sea lions, among other marine wildlife. (The area's inhabitants change with the seasons.) You'll also get to see the beauty of La Jolla Cove . Visitors generally say they enjoy the experience and their helpful guides. Some kayakers were dismayed that the sea caves were inaccessible due to unsafe water conditions.

Tours depart multiple times daily and are limited to 20 kayakers (all of whom must be at least 5 years old). Prices vary depending on the day and time you book, though you can expect to pay between $85 and $130 for a kayak (single or double occupancy). Everyday California also offers tours combining kayaking and snorkeling.

Next Level Sailing – Whale Watching

Travelers agree that the wildlife seen on this tour and the yacht's crew make this trip worthwhile. Next Level Sailing spends about four hours on the water to view the different marine species (think: whales and dolphins) that swim in San Diego's waters.

Tours depart at 11 a.m. Saturday through Thursday and 9 a.m. on Friday; you must check in for your tour 30 minutes prior to departure. Tickets start at $85 for adults and $42.50 per child (Saturday and Sunday trips have a slightly higher fee). Next Level Sailing also charters boats for special occasions.

San Diego SEAL Tours

For 90 minutes, you'll tour San Diego on land and sea. But don't worry, you won't need to swap vessels as San Diego SEAL Tours' Hydra-Terra vehicle is amphibious. As you cruise, guides will tell you all about the area's history and point out the bay's resident seals and sea lions, along with San Diego's top attractions . Travelers greatly appreciate the informative guides who crack jokes throughout the tour (though some jokes are a little corny, per reviewers).

Tickets cost about $45 for adults, $30 for children ages 4 to 12 and $10 for toddlers 3 and younger. Tours depart from Seaport Village several times daily beginning at 10 a.m. You could save some coin by combining this outing with a trolley tour.

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Perched along North America’s Pacific Coast sits one of the country’s most prized gems – San Diego. Nicknamed “America’s Finest City,” San Diego has sunshine and warm weather all year round, making it one of the USA’s most popular touring destinations .

San Diego has endless activities and attractions to look forward to, including some fantastic high-speed boat tours in the San Diego Harbour. Below are the top ones for you to take a look at.

Highlights:

• Sights of the San Diego Bay
• Enjoy San Diego’s skyline from a different angle
• Spot some of the area’s sealife

Know before you book:

• A weight limit of around 450 lbs (205 kg) applies to most boat rides in San Diego
• The minimum age to drive a speed boat in San Diego is 18
• This activity is not suitable for people prone to seasickness

San Diego is located in the stunning “Golden State” of California. It’s best-known for its gorgeous golden sand beaches, parks, and the San Diego Zoo . Along with this, it’s also home to a World War II aircraft carrier, USS Midway, and countless art galleries and museums.

San Diego is also one of the sunniest places in America, enjoying an average of 266 days of sunshine. It’s little wonder this perfect year-round destination is popular with many travelers.

There are many ways in which you could explore this amazing city. A speed boat tour in San Diego is one of the best ways to see the city. This thrilling adventure is not for the faint-hearted, but if you’re an adrenaline junky, then this is the activity for you.

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Speed Boat Adventures, San Diego Prices 2024

The cost of the San Diego speed boat tours starts at roughly $35 and can go up to about $146, depending on the type of tour. The duration of the tour also affects the price of tickets.

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Times of Speed Boat Adventures in San Diego

Most speed boat rides in San Diego start bright and early at 9 am. However, there are other options at later times, such as 11 am and 12:30 pm, and run throughout the day up until 4:30 pm.

Some tours run daily, but it is important to mention that there are operators that only offer tours over the weekends, so be sure to look out for this when booking your tickets. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before your tours for all safety briefings.

Best Time to Go on a San Diego Speed Boat Tour

There isn’t ever a bad time to visit San Diego, mainly because the weather is fantastic all year round. However, in the summer months (June – August), it does get quite busy as many travelers flock to San Diego for vacation.

The best time to go would be between March and May and September to November when it’s quieter and slightly more relaxed. The best times to go on a speed boat tour are early morning and later in the afternoon when it’s not as hot.

Speed Boat Tours San Diego

San Diego offers a range of speed boat tours, sometimes combined with other activities. These tours are suitable for most people. Here’s a look at the top speed boat tours you can look forward to.

Speed Boat San Diego: 2- Hour Self-Drive Boat Tour

If you have an adventurous spirit and are keen on being the captain of your own boat, then this tour is for you. This thrilling 2-hour self-drive boat ride takes you around the beautiful San Diego Bay.

While you might be the captain of your own boat, you won’t have to miss out on all the essential bits of information you would expect on a guided tour, as this one comes with a guide.

All the information you’ll need to know will be communicated via a 2-way communication system on board. Your witty guide will keep you entertained with knowledgeable narration, highlighting points of interest such as the iconic USS Midway and San Diego Maritime Museum.

You’ll also get to discover the history of San Diego and even spot some sea lions, which the city is famous for.

• Mini speed boat
• Professional guide via a 2-way communication system
• US Coast Guard approved life jacket
• Taxes, fees, and handling charges
• Safety briefing and instructions
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Meals & Drinks

Explore all of San Diego’s gems on this self-drive speed boat tour and the gorgeous San Diego skyline from the water. The best part is that this tour comes with live narration while you handle the boat.

• You need to be at least 18 to participate in this tour
• The weight limit is 450lbs per boat
• This tour is not suitable for children under three
• This tour is not suitable for pregnant women and people with motion sickness

San Diego Jet Boat: Patriot Jet Boat Ride

Get ready for this tour’s turbo-charged thrill ride and adventure of a lifetime. If you’re an adrenaline junkie, we highly recommend this tour. This is one of the most popular speed boat rides in San Diego.

It will take you past the downtown San Diego Skyline, under the Coronado Bridge, and past iconic sights such as the North Island Naval Station and USS Midway.

This 30-minute ride on an open-air jet boat reaches speeds of up to 50 miles per hour while pumping rock music. The Patriot Jet Boats promises nothing less than a good time for all.

• Experienced captain
• A rain poncho
• Food & Drinks

This tour promises loads of screams, thrills, and the occasional splash. While it’s not for the faint-hearted and those prone to seasickness, it’s still one of our top options.

While it is short, it completely delivers adventure and unrivaled views of the San Diego Harbour.

• You need to be at least 48 inches (122 cm) to participate in this tour
• Not suitable for people who experience seasickness
• Children under three are not allowed
• People with heart and back problems are encouraged not to participate

San Diego Harbour Speed Boat Adventure

This high-speed boat tour of San Diego is another self-driven tour that promises a thrilling journey. Once again, you get to be the captain of the boat while also enjoying some informative narration from a guide.

It’s the best of both worlds, as you can live out your dreams of being a captain while still getting all the benefits of a guided tour. This tour will take you around the harbor, where you’ll stop at the cruise terminal, the Star of India ship, seaport village, and many more attractions.

This is one of the most exciting USA tours you can look forward to and provides plenty of photo opportunities.

• Safety orientation
• Life jacket
• F13 mini speed boat
• Taxes and handling fees
• 2-hour guided tour
• Food and drinks

Once you arrive at the harbor, your guide will teach you how to handle the boat. You’ll learn about hand signals and boating rules as well. From there, you will be good to go and enjoy a lovely tour of the San Diego harbor and all its wonderful highlights.

• You must be 18 and older to operate the boat
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible
• There is a weight limit of 425lbs (205 kgs)

GoCar & Speed Boat Tour of San Diego

This tour gives you the best of both worlds, allowing you to explore San Diego on land and sea. If you enjoy discovering new places alone or with a friend, this tour is excellent for you.

This particular tour comes with a GPS guide and recorded commentary. So while you have the freedom of exploring on your own, you won’t get lost along the way or miss out on important and interesting facts about San Diego.

On land, you’ll go past the famous San Diego Zoo, Gaslamp Quarter, and historical hub of Balboa Park in a mini GoCar. After visiting some incredible places on land, it’s then time to hit the sea in an F13 mini speed boat.

A guided narration tour will take you past some of San Diego Harbour’s main attractions.

• Recorded tour
• GoCar rider
• Orientation for both speed boat and GoCar
• Foot and drinks

Aside from being able to explore San Diego on both land and sea, one of the greatest perks about this tour is you can split it up over two days. So, you can take your time exploring all of San Diego’s exciting land sights in one day, and dedicate the next day to the sight of the harbor.

This allows you more time to take some great photos as well.

• The maximum combined weight of the car and boat is 450lbs (205 kg) for two travelers.
• You need to be at least 21 with a valid driver’s license to drive the GoCar
• You need to be at least 18 to drive the speed boat.

Self-Guided Speed Boat Adventure & iRider Scooter Tour San Diego

Another great way to discover San Diego independently is through this combined scooter and speed boat tour.

Start on land by hopping onto an iRide scooter with a guided GPS tour of the city. You’ll pass by some of San Diego’s highlights, such as the Old Town and more. Then it’s time to hop aboard a mini speed boat and where you’ll learn more about the city from the water.

• iRide scooter
• You need to be at least 15 to drive the scooter
• Different tours available
• Most tours come with a guide
• Allows you to explore San Diego independently
• Some tours are not wheelchair accessible
• Some tours are only available over the weekend
• Not suitable for children under three
• You have to be at least 18 to operate a speed boat on your own

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Sports | Gold Cup powerboat race highlights San Diego Bayfair weekend on Mission Bay

San Diego Bayfair will also be hosting one of the more historic events in motorsports. The American Power Boat Association Gold Cup, which dates to 1904 — or seven years before the first Indianapolis 500.

Six of the turbine-powered Unlimiteds are entered in the event, with qualifying Friday, three heats races Saturday and three heats Sunday before the championship race around 3:45 p.m. Competition will be held on the 2½-mile Bill Muncey Memorial Course between East Vacation Isle and Crown Point Shores on the west and Fiesta Island on the east.

This will be the 56th Unlimited Hydroplane race on Mission Bay since 1964 and the fifth time San Diego has hosted the Gold Cup — although this is the first time since 1989.

The weekend program will also include racing in the automotive-powered Grand Prix class plus One Liters and other flatbottom and limited hydroplane classes.

“The goal is to have more action on the water plus other activities,” said race director Bob Davies. “It’s more than a race. It’s a festival.”

Historically, the saltwater Mission Bay course has been the fastest on the tour.

“Mission Bay is by far one of my favorite courses,” said three-time Mission Bay champion J. Michael Kelly. “Not only because it’s a very fast course that I’ve had success on, but it’s also a beautiful place to visit. It’s like a mini-vacation before and after a serious weekend of racing.”

The boat racing course was part of the charter when the Mission Bay aquatic park was first being developed in 1958. The curvature of East Vacation Isle and Fiesta Island was designed for the race course, with the sloping beach developed to dissipate waves from both race boats and recreational boat traffic.

While Kelly is one of the six Unlimited Hydroplane drivers here this weekend, he is not the one to beat.

Andrew Tate and his U-91 could clinch the season driver and boat championships during Saturday’s heats. With two wins, a second and a fourth in the season’s first four races, Tate and the U-91 hold a 949-point lead over teammate Corey Peabody and the U-9 entering the traditional Mission Bay season finale.

Tate won the season’s first two races at Guntersville, Ala., and Madison, Ind. Peabody defeated Tate at Tri-Cities, Wash. Kelly won in Seattle in the U-1.

Rounding out the six-boat fleet in the East Vacation Isle pits are the U-40 (Dustin Echols driving), U-11 (Jamie Nilsen) and the U-27 (Dave Villwock). Echols is third in points with 3,837, followed closely by Nilsen at 3,812 and Kelly at 3,795.

In addition to his win, Peabody has a runner-up finish, a sixth-place finish and a seventh-place finish this season. Echols has a third and three fifths. Nilsen has pair of seconds.

But don’t count out Villwock on Mission Bay. Now 70 years old, Villwock is the all-time leader in Unlimited Hydroplane wins with 67. He is 10-time winner of the Gold Cup and a 10-time champion on Mission Bay, where he last won in 2011. Villwock has been racing Unlimited since 1992, although he has twice retired only to return.

Tate scored his Mission Bay wins in 2014, ’19 and ’21. There was also no race during the pandemic year of 2020. Tate previously scored back-to-back wins in ’17 and ’18.

The rules of the Gold Cup places extra demands on Unlimited Hydroplane teams. The preliminary heats are each four laps. Sunday’s championship will be five laps of the 2.5-mile course.

The Unlimited Hydroplane program opens at 11 a.m. Friday with testing. Two 45-minute rounds of qualifying will commence at 12:50 p.m. and 2:35 p.m.

The Grand Prix boats powered by big-block automobile engines will race on a shorter 1 2/3-mile course between East Vacation Isle. The Grand Prix field includes a pair of entries from Australia. The One Liters and other hydro and flatbottom classes will also run on shorter courses with all the championship heats scheduled for Sunday.

One of the attractions of Bayfair is that it is the only weekend of the year when motorhomes and overnight camping is allowed on East Vacation Isle, Fiesta Island and Crown Point Shores. Limited spaces are still available on Fiesta Island and Crown Point Shores, although East Vacation Isle is sold out.

Three-day super passes are available for $60.

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