Outdoor activities near San Diego

76 bookable experiences

Hikes, water and open air within reach of San Diego — the trips worth leaving the city for, with the gear and the guide included.

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San Diego Whale Watching & Dolphin Cruise

4.6 (1,748)2h 30m

Set sail from scenic Mission Bay and encounter some of the ocean’s most awe-inspiring creatures on a 2–3 hour whale-watching adventure in San Diego. Time can vary based on the season and locations of sightings. In just…

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San Diego Sunset Cruise from Mission Bay

4.4 (309)1h 15m

Join us for our Sunset Cruise departing from the picturesque Mission Bay in San Diego, CA. Experience the unmatched beauty of a California sunset while enjoying the serenity of being out on the water. It's the perfect…

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San Diego Harbor Speed Boat Adventure

4.8 (756)2h

Rev up your excitement with a one-of-a-kind San Diego Speed Boat Adventure! Captain your own speed boat on a guided, narrated tour of San Diego Harbor while following an expert guide in a separate boat. Stay connected…

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2-Hour GoCar Tour: Downtown San Diego and Old Town or Beaches

4.7 (196)2h 30m

This 2-Hour GoCar Tour is your key to fun in San Diego! This self-drive tour takes you through the Downtown and Old Town areas of San Diego, but you will also pass through other thriving areas such as Little Italy, The…

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Glow Electric Boat night date experience in San Diego Bay

5.0 (22)1h

We’re excited to introduce our 60-minute Glow Boat Experience on Electric Boats — a romantic night date in San Diego Bay. The boats glow beautifully after dark and come equipped with a Bluetooth Speaker so you can enjoy…

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Spectacular Sunset Sail on San Diego Bay

5.0 (38)2h

A rare sunset sailing adventure aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna: small group limited to six people, local captain sharing stories, hands-on sailing, and unforgettable vistas of San Diego. Watch for playful sea lions,…

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San Diego Harbor Cruise on the Largest Catamaran in San Diego

4.9 (54)2h 30m

Enjoy a San Diego harbor cruise on San Diego's largest and newest catamaran yacht. We provide our guests with a unique way to splash by all of the amazing San Diego harbor monuments while enjoying the smooth sailing of…

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Coastal E-Bike Tour of La Jolla and Pacific Beach

5.0 (8)2h 30m

Take in the sunshine, sand and surf from your saddle as you cruise along the Pacific with one of your local expert guides. See why La Jolla truly is the "Jewel" of the sea and experience our local marine life including…

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Balboa Park Electric Scooter Tour with Pictures

5.0 (76)1h 30m

Join me on a journey through one of San Diego's most iconic places. Since this park is large, we will be touring the major sites with the wind in our hair on electric scooters. No walking required ;) The first stop will…

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Deluxe Day Sail in San Diego

5.0 (79)2h 30m

Set sail with San Diego Sailing Excursions and discover what sets us apart from the rest. Our personalized day sailing experiences on the San Diego Bay offer a perfect blend of adventure and relaxation. With our…

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Two Hour Kayak and Snorkel Tour for Two in La Jolla

4.4 (46)2h

Guests get to kayak out into the La Jolla Ecological Reserve with trained professional guides to take them to various snorkel sports in the La Jolla Ecological Reserve (spot depends on safety and may change depending on…

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GoCar & Speedboat Land and Sea Adventure in San Diego

4.6 (16)3h

THIS TOUR CAN ACCOMMODATE LARGER PARTIES - ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS MAKE SEPARATE RESERVATIONS FOR PARTIES OF 3 OR MORE. GoCar SpeedBoat Combo where you get to explore the bay in your very own speedboat then explore San…

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2-Hour GoCar Tour of Downtown and Balboa Park

4.6 (76)2h

This is a must-do tour for the young and young at heart! Drive your GoCar to San Diego’s signature sights like Balboa Park, Downtown and the Embarcadero - San Diego's waterfront district. At Balboa Park, marvel at the…

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Explore Coronado Island by E-Scooter with Photos Included

5.0 (64)1h 30m

Join me on a journey through one of San Diego's most iconic places. Since this Island is large, we will be touring the major sites with the wind in our hair on electric scooters. No walking required ;) The first stop…

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GPS Talking Electric GoCar: 2 Hour Coronado Tour

4.6 (25)2h

IF BOOKING MORE THAN 2 PEOPLE (1 CAR) PLEASE MAKE SEPARATE BOOKINGS. Experience this 2-hour tour in our brand new GoCar ESport by Arcimoto. Experience this open-air adventure with the silence of an electric motor. Top…

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Luxury Sailing Tour of San Diego's Bay and Coastal Waterways

4.9 (208)2h

This is an engaging and unique, small group tour, of San Diego's beautiful bay and coastal waterways. You'll be on a beautiful Catalina 34' Sailboat enjoying the fresh air and best that San Diego has to offer. On your…

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Coronado Bike Tour

4.0 (6)1h 30m

This leisurely bike tour takes riders through the bike-friendly city of Coronado on terrain so flat your pedals will nearly rotate themselves. Enjoy this magnificent tour under the graceful Coronado Bridge, past the…

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San Diego Segway Tour

4.9 (15)1h 30m

You will surely enjoy this fun ride, as it is an excellent and creative way to see our city and our dynamic downtown. On this fantastic tour, a world of possibilities awaits you. Join us for this fun adventure and tour…

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Beaches & Bluffs San Diego's Ultimate Coastal Driving Tour

4.3 (15)4h 30m

Drive San Diego’s coastline on a self-guided scenic tour from Torrey Pines to Cabrillo National Monument, passing iconic beaches, coastal cliffs, and oceanfront neighborhoods along the way. This GPS-triggered audio tour…

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San Diego GPS Guided Scooter Tour: Downtown & Balboa Park Sights

4.4 (29)2h

If you want to see almost all of the greatest sights that San Diego has to offer. The Downtown San Diego and Balboa Park tour is THE essential San Diego Tour to do. You will visit Balboa Park up close and personnel with…

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Self guided Driving Tour between LA and San Diego

3.3 (9)4h 30m

Connect your smartphone to your vehicle and listen to a tour guide while you drive the iconic PCH! Follow the route along the Pacific Coast Highway and discover one of the most scenic drives in the world! Start anywhere…

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Spectacular Afternoon Sail on San Diego Bay

5.0 (21)2h

A unique two-hour sailing Experience aboard our 35-foot sailboat, Luna. Limited to six people. Watch for playful dolphins, sea lions, and pelicans. Get hands-on or sit back and enjoy breathtaking views of the city's…

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Private Luxury 45' Bay Cruiser Tour in San Diego: Suitable for Any Events

5.0 (2)3h

Rockstar offers scenic tours of San Diego Bay for private groups of up to 12 people ranging from 2 to 4 hours depending on your price range. prices listed are for 2 HOURS. We can also custom tailor your cruise to…

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Private Day Sail in San Diego up to 12 guests

5.0 (68)2h 30m

This private day sail, is a excellent if you are looking for a more exciting sail! Day sailing is best to go see our San Diego landmarks along downtown where we will see the US Midway, Sea port Village, the Rady shell…

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