I’m On A Boat! Check Out These Unique San Diego Boat Rental & Water Experiences

May 27, 2023


Summer is coming and San Diego is the ideal spot to hop on a boat and check out the city by water, so we've listed the top boating experiences available in America's Finest City. Promo code SDVILLE saves on San Diego's top boat and equipment rentals, private charters and more!

Whether you're looking for a day on the water with family and friends, an amazing private party or a memorable corporate retreat, there are San Diego yacht and boat rental experiences available for any occasion. Get ready to feel the cool breeze off the Pacific Ocean and the warm San Diego sun on your face with these top options for an amazing day on the water. 

Triton Charters, Shelter Island - The Triton is a 75′ Catamaran yacht docked at San Diego's Shelter Island. With a capacity to carry up to 105 passengers, the Triton is considered the largest Catamaran yacht in San Diego. In addition to hosting 2.5 hour public sightseeing cruises of San Diego Bay, the Triton can be privately rented for weddings, corporate retreats, family reunions, bachelor and bachelorette parties, anniversary celebrations, and other events. The Triton is equipped with 2 bathrooms, a dance floor, a 13-seat bar, a bow trampoline, flat screen television, and even a waterslide.


Triton Charters offers ticketed, 2.5 hour bay cruises all week long, as well as several special events throughout the year, including an upcoming Luau-themed boat party. For ticketed charters, admission includes an amazing tour featuring scenic views of downtown San Diego and Coronado. The Triton has a full bar stocked with hard alcohol, beer, wine, soda, juice, sparkling water, champagne and more. Although customers may not bring their own beverages, they are encouraged to bring their own food. They also offer a number of thrilling add-ons like high powered jet skis, electric surfboards and jetpacks. Promo code SDVILLE saves $15 per ticket and $100 off per hour on all private yacht bookings made through the website.

Malarky Charters, Mission Bay - Built in Cape Town, South Africa, The Malarky is a 47' long catamaran with a full kitchen, four bedrooms, two bathrooms, an indoor lounge area and tons of space in the front and back for up to 12 people. The bow even has a trampoline if guests feel like flipping into the water on a nice day.
The Malarky provides a very customizable experience tailored to its guests. It can be used to explore San Diego's coastal wildlife and scenery, where guests frequently report sighting dolphins, whales, sea lions and much more. Like the Triton, guests can also make their experience more exciting by addition jetskis, e-surfboards, paddleboards, lilly pads, waterslides, and even hydro-fueled jetpacks. There is no bar on Malarky, so guests are invited to BYOB. Promo code SDVILLE saves $100 per hour on The Malarky yacht rentals.

Alana Charters, Mission Bay - Mission Bay's only ticketed and private catamaran yacht rentail, the Alana is a 40-foot Coral Island catamaran that can seat up to 45 passengers. The yacht has a fully stocked bar, 2 decks for optimal comfort, a pair of below-deck modern bathrooms, a forward sundeck with plenty of seating, and state of the art entertainment and safety equipment. 
The Alana offers ticketed Mission Bay cruises that take place Wednesday-Sunday at 11 am, 2:30 pm, and 6 pm from Hyatt Regency Hotel Mission Bay Marina's “A” Dock. Each Bay Cruise is 2.5 hours that will take you through Mission Bay to see all the major monuments such as Quivira Basin, Mariners Basin, SeaWorld, Fiesta Island, Sail Bay, and cross under both the Ingraham Bridge and the Mission Bay Bridge. The cruise has music from a professional sound system, custom cocktails, local tap beer, and assorted seltzers, wine, and champagne poured by the onboard bartenders. The Alana is also available for private yacht rentals and now hosts 2-hour firework cruises to see SeaWorld's nightly fireworks spectacular. Promo code SDVILLE $15 on ticketed cruises and $100 per hour on private yacht rentals. 

Mission Bay Sportcenter, Mission Bay & Hyatt Regency Hotel Mission Bay Marina - Looking to rent a power boat, jet ski, pontoon boat, stand up paddle boards, or anything else water related? Mission Bay Sportcenter is your spot! The company has two locations that each offer many different rentals and fun activities, from summer camps, to sailboats, water trampoline rentals, and even stand up paddle board tours at night with boards equipped with LED lights. 
Whether you’re an experienced sailor, first time jet skier, or prefer a more leisurely paddle on the water, Mission Bay Sportcenter has rental equipment to suit your needs. They also offer unique activities like Jetboarding and Jetpacking that are sure to be an experience you’ll never forget. And if you’re more comfortable with the assistance of a professional, the company can provide guided tours and classes that let patrons enjoy the water safely, and under the guidance of experienced and highly trained staff. Promo code SDVILLE saves 10% on all Mission Bay Sportcenter items and rentals (not including memberships).
Those looking to explore their boat and yacht rental options are encouraged to visit Yacht Rental San Diego and Boat Rental San Diego, San Diego's only boat rental service sites that allows the user to input the occasion date, amount of guests, and budget and quickly seea list of discounted rentals.