Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
from fishing-trip operators in addition to tour fees (from $46/36 per adult/child per half-
619-224-3383;
www.seaforthlanding.com
;
1717 Quivira Rd, Mission Bay)
.
Boating
You can rent powerboats (from $125 per hour), sailboats (from $24 per hour), and kayaks
858-488-2582;
www.resortwatersports.com
)
.
Kayaking
Ocean kayaking is a good way to observe sea life, and explore cliffs and caves inaccess-
ible from land. Guided tours and lessons are available from
Family Kayak
(
619-282-3520;
www.familykayak.com
; adult/child from $44/18;
)
.
Sailing
Experienced sailors may charter boats ranging from catamarans to yachts. Prices start at
about $135 for four hours and rise steeply. Charter operators around Harbor Island (on the
west side of San Diego Bay near the airport) include
Harbor Sailboat
( 619-291-9568,
Clubs
(
800-553-7245;
www.harboryc.com
;
1880 Harbor Island Dr)
.
Whale-Watching
Gray whales pass San Diego from mid-December to late February on their way south to
Baja California, and again in mid-March on their way back up to Alaskan waters. Visit
Cabrillo National Monument
to spy whales from land, or go on a tour.
Tours
Old Town Trolley Tours & Seal Tours
TROLLEY TOUR
(
888-910-8687;
www.trolleytours.com
;
adult/child $39/19)