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Best Sailboat Rentals Near San Diego

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Our top sailboat rentals

$153+ /hour

Oceanside, CA

5.0 (3 bookings)

Sail in style on Deja Blue our 36 foot Hunter Yatch 🐬⛵️

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$157+ /hour

National City, CA

Experience Invictus! Sailing in beautiful San Diego

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 8 passengers

$173+ /hour

San Diego, CA

Pure Catamaran Sailing on San Diego Bay

3 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$138+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (12 bookings)

Son of a Sailor~ Livin The Dream in San Diego

4 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$223+ /hour

San Diego, CA

Sailing Tour up to 12 Guests in San Diego Bay

2 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

$225+ /hour

Oceanside, CA

5.0 (12 bookings)

45' Sailboat, Experience the Ocean in a Big Way

2 - 8 hours Captained

Up to 6 passengers

$330+ /hour

San Diego, CA

5.0 (14 bookings)

Private Catamaran Sailing on San Diego Bay

3 - 6 hours Captained

Up to 12 passengers

Top sailboat rentals reviews in San Diego, CA

302,354

Customers Reviews

4.95

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5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

We booked this expereince for 10-adults on a bachelorette trip and it was a blast. Captain Matt was very professional...

Sarah

Jul 2025
5/5 stars

Sail in style on...

Had an incredible time with our family of 4, great boat, all around amazing time! Highly recommend!

Erika

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

45' Sailboat,...

If you want to have an unforgettable experience, Book Now ... I chose this sailboat for the big day, And she said...

Rene

Jun 2025
5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

Captain Matt was very friendly, and the boat was great. Had a very relaxing sail on the boat, with Matt showing the...

Ben

May 2025
5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

Very good ride! The captain was nice and we had a great time.

Avinash

Jan 2025
5/5 stars

Son of a Sailor~ ...

Wonderful experience on Gary’s boat. She’s an easy and inviting sail, even for a small crew. Even with a tricky...

Libby

Dec 2024
5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

Tim

Oct 2024
5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

Both the owner and the captain exceeded expectations! I was planning a surprise party and the owner made sure all...

Alis

Oct 2024
5/5 stars

Private Catamaran...

Such a fun catamaran!

Jewell

Sep 2024
5/5 stars

Son of a Sailor~ ...

Nice boat, sailed very well. Gary was a great captain - a knowledgeable sailor and equally capable tour guide!

Jeff

Aug 2024
5/5 stars

45' Sailboat,...

Captain Eric was friendly and professional. We had a wonderful time and would definitely do this again, only next...

Michael

May 2024
5/5 stars

45' Sailboat,...

One of the best experiences I’ve had on the water! Captain Eric was so kind and accommodating and went out of his way...

Nichole

Apr 2024

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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent a boat?

The cost to rent a boat depends on whether you are renting for a half-day or a full day, the boat features and the boat size can impact your boat rental price. Rental prices can range from $200 to $1,000 plus depending on the boat rental itself and the length of time of the rental.

How many people can fit on the boat rental?

The number of people who can fit on boat rental largely depends on the boat’s size and how many life jackets are on board. Currently the coast guard allows a maximum of 10-12 people on a Boatsetter boat rental.

How old do you have to be to rent a boat?

You must be 18 years old to rent a captained boat and 25 years old if you would like to rent a bareboat charter.

Do I need a boating license to rent a boat?

Boating license requirements vary from state to state. As a renter, you are responsible for understanding local state requirements.

How much does it cost to rent a boat for the day?

The cost of renting a boat for the day on average ranges from $200 to $1200. The cost to rent a boat varies depending on the size of the boat and the length of time that you will be using the boat.