Be a Captain of a Speed Boat in San Diego

Fast riding, beautiful views and lots of fun!

$179 - $223 (Sport Upgrade)
More than 500 Miles from you
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Description

Have a fun day on the water and enjoy amazing San Diego views with Speed Boat Adventures boat rental. This is a cool date idea as you get a small, but very fast boat for two people and you are the one driving it! The tour will take you on a journey but it's up to you how you ride. Have fun, impress your date and view San Diego from a unique angle. On your tour, you will see lots of navy ships, sea lions, birds and so much more!

Perfect for

For solo

For two

Outdoorsy

Exciting

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Location & Hours

1450 Harbor Island Drive Suite 205 San Diego, CA 92101

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Working Hours

Mon9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Tue9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Thu9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Fri9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sat9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Sun9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Packing List

Hat
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Sunscreen

4.8 ● Google reviews

Real fun to drive the speed boat (and definitely speed across the waves). Our tour guide David is very informative as well, introducing to those marine animals, boats, yachts, and the cool aircraft carrier. The sea surface might get foggy sometimes, but other than that it’s really an amazing experience. Absolutely enjoyed it!

Our first time in San Diego and speed boats was a great excursion to do!! Definitely recommend. David was our guide and told us all the awesome facts and sights of San Diego! He was very knowledgeable.

Had such a good time on the Speed boat adventure! It’s around 1 and a half hour around San Diego bay, they teach you everything about the boat and then you drive around the bay, you can go really fast!! Instructor is always checking on you!

We came here as part of our Go Pass and it was so worth it! You get to operate your own speed boat and there is a guide to tell you where to go and give facts about the city. It was thrilling and a great way to spend the morning. The only complaint I would have is that they didn’t provide a lot of direction when it comes to operating the boat. So make sure you ask lots of questions because we got yelled at for going too fast when it wasn’t really clear how to slow down or stop

Captain K was amazing. The tour of San Diego was beautiful. The speed boats were more than capable for anyone that got on. They don’t call them speed boats for nothing. I had so much fun and have so many incredible pictures of San Diego. Thanks again captain K.

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FAQs

Are there any restrictions or weight requirements?

Age/Children: We recommend children riding with adults be five and older. Children under five are welcome on a case-by-case basis, as long as the conditions of the water are fair, and the child can hold on, physically. If the conditions are rough, it is not safe for a child under five. Age/Driver: To drive the boat alone, a person must be 18 years old. People 16 and up may drive as long as an adult is in the boat, as well. Height/Weight: No height requirement. Each boat may not exceed 450 lbs.

Any health restrictions?

Part of the fun of San Diego speed boat rental with Speed Boat Adventures is that, at times, we will be riding in open water. Although usually calm, the harbor can be choppy at times.* We do not recommend guests with neck or back problems or a recent surgery participate. Pregnant women should not participate.*

What to bring / wear?

The great thing about our tours is that you really don’t get wet so you can wear anything you like. Our guests wear anything from bathing suits to business suits depending on the weather. If it’s chilly outside we have blankets, gloves, and jackets for you.