This was an amazing experience! Captain Bill was helpful, accommodating, and so fun to sail with on…read moreLa Bella Vita! It was my sister's 60th birthday and he made it such a special time. I cannot emphasize enough that you should take his cruise! A beautiful boat, an excellent captain and a wonderful Oceanside adventure!

Today we had an amazing time aboard the "Summer Wind" sailboat with Captain Glen and crew member…read moreMolly. Start to finish the outing was perfection. The sailboat was pristine, the weather was absolutely perfect. We were a party of 6. Captain Glen met us in the parking lot and escorted us to the boat. He encouraged both of my grandchildren to take turns at the helm. His professional, friendly, attentive demeanor was second to none.

I've lived here my entire life and have never been whale watching but have always wanted to,…read morehowever it's just not an experience I'd typically consider splashing out on for myself (**spoiler alert - my visit was less than two weeks ago and immediately after disembarking I told my husband I wanted to get on another tour stat!) For Christmas, my husband's aunt gifted tickets to our entire extended family to enjoy a whale watching tour together so we finally landed on a date and it was an awesome experience from start to finish. We arrived about 15 minutes early for our 9:30am boarding time, checked in at the kiosk and were given paper tickets to be handed over to the crew as we came aboard. Once onboard, we were introduced over the speaker to the captain and crew and given a quick rundown of the itinerary and safety procedures. We navigated through the harbor where we spotted our local sea lion neighbors basking in the sun which especially delighted the kids and the out-of-town/state passengers, sailed out of the harbor and into the open sea. It was a pleasantly calm morning with hardly any wind and very smooth sailing. The only slight downside was that it was a particularly gray morning, so there was little distinction between the color of the ocean versus the sky but it was very clear and we could see for a long distance. We got probably close to halfway through our two-hour tour without any sightings but once we were about 5 miles off the coast, we started hearing transmissions between the crew over their walkies so we knew to start keeping our eyes peeled. The next half hour or so was spent watching three beautiful fin whales take turns coming up for air, swimming under the boat, rolling playfully and showing their light-colored bellies. It was so fun to be able to move about the boat freely to try to get the best view, some photos and videos, while being filled in by the crew on interesting marine facts. Finally the whales took their deep dives, at which point we were informed they wouldn't be coming back up for air for a while and it was about time to head back. The cruise back was equally smooth as the adventure out, and we got in right on time and prepared to disembark but not before getting coupons for a future expedition and adorable fin whale stickers to commemorate our tour. I can't WAIT to go on another whale watching tour with Oceanside Adventures - it was the best time!! I would 100000% recommend.

Captain was awesome! Loved being on the water! Saw lots and lots of dolphins diving and playing!…read moreWould do it again in a heartbeat!

Had a incredibly fun day sailing with Steve on Sunset Sails up and down San Diego coast. We saw…read moreDolphins, jelly fish, and Pelicans Steve our Captain has been sailing his whole life and takes meticulous care of his sail boat. There was 6 of us and we had plenty of room a few of us had fun helping and leaning how to sail. We were blessed with a perfect day of weather

Captain Steve keeps himself and his boat in great shape. The Bueno is a beautiful sailing vessel…read morewhich can accommodate 6 guests comfortably. We had 4 in our party and that felt just about right to have some room to move about on the deck. Captain Steve is a person of very good humor and is a great instructor, for those passengers who wish to learn a little about the art of sailing. We saw seals, birds of all sorts and a few dolphins. This is typical from what I heard. You can't go wrong with a trip on the Bueno! Highly recommended.

My husband and I had a lovely sunset sail on Song of David yesterday. Captain Gene was very…read morecommunicative before the sail, making sure we had no issue with finding the ship and parking. Captain Gene did a great job getting us out to sea and sailing! We were spoiled with fresh fruit and drinks. We Brought our own champagne and he served it to us in their champagne flutes. He played all of my husband's favorite yacht rock songs. This was an incredibly relaxing and enjoyable time. We were smiling all the way back to our vacation property. We highly recommend you take a trip on this beautiful vessel with Captain Gene and his first mate, Virginia.

Had a fantastic time celebrating my birthday on the Song of David! Captain Eric was great! The boat…read moreis beautiful, well-maintained, and spotless. I highly recommend contacting them for your next sailing adventure!

We booked a charter with Captain John Henke aboard the Viking. We needed to do a Burial at sea…read more This was the first time I had to try and do this for the family so I reached out and John was amazing from start to finish. He was very accommodating, Detailed what we would do and made lots of great suggestions for floating flowers with the biodegradable urn and what to expect. He was very kind, and thoughtful and made the experience as positive as such an event can be. I would highly recommend him for a sailing charter or party, or burial at sea. The boat was spotless, he provided light snacks and sodas and water. He was truly just a great Captain and I would use him again in a heartbeat. Next time I hope it is for pleasure and not a burial. Thank you John for your kindness!

We scattered ashes of two relatives with four friends. We were completely satisfied with the two…read morehour experience. Les helped us plan timing and location for the scattering and carefully introduced us to the safety features of his vessel before departure. Very professional, very friendly, very respectful.

Wow! What a beautiful sailing afternoon with Captain John and his wife Carol on their beautiful 42'…read moresailboat named Sea Star. We had sunshine and the perfect amount of wind. Everything was so easy from communicating with Captain John to arrange our outing to the actual outing. There was never an awkward moment. It was like sailing with longtime friends. You can bring your own drinks and snacks and they have the rest to make the afternoon so enjoyable. We are from Kansas City and we would go again when in the area. If you have a choice book with Sunset Coast Sailing. You cannot go wrong with them.

In the San Diego area to celebrate our parents' 50th wedding anniversary, we found John and Carol…read more(and the Sea Star) during a web search. Replies to set up out time together were prompt and clear, and Carol and John's warm hospitality during our sunset sail created a unique memory for a special occasion. Highly recommend!

Went out Sunday 9/20 on a full day trip with Captain Patrick and deckhand Julian, and it was one to…read moreremember. Bait out of Oceanside hasn't been ideal lately, but you'd never know it from our haul. Patrick worked his ass off hunting down kelp paddies and eventually put us right on a wide open yellowfin bite. We ended up with 30 yellowfin, 1 dorado and 2 skipjack on the boat! Julian was awesome all day, and the fresh poke he made for us on the ride was a total highlight. To cap it off, we went marlin hunting and had one chase our lures for a few minutes and actually hit, but it just wouldn't fully cooperate. Still an unreal thing to watch! Patrick and Julian are hard-working, knowledgeable, and fun to fish with. They went above and beyond to fill our freezers even with less than ideal live bait. The photos say it all: the full haul, plus the poke I made tonight from our catch. Can't wait to book again!

Went on a charter with Captain Patrick and his deckhand, Julian to experience local fishing off…read moreOceanside and a bit farther south. We initially got into some smaller Bonito while trolling and hit some keeper Calico bass. While fishing for yellow fin I happened to hook something that seemed very large and strong but did not display the normal fight of a tuna. Captain Patrick commented that it may be a White Sea bass. After a nice fight and some helpful guidance from the captain, I was able to land the beast. It was huge and it was too large for the boat's scale. Thus, the captain decided to have it weighed at the weigh station. With a little ingenuity, my buddies son, Robert was able to get the scale working and lo and behold the White Sea bass was a whopping 66.5 pounds. Talk about a fish of a lifetime!!! A great day was had with Captain Patrick and Julian. They put us on the fish and worked hard to ensure it was a successful and fun experience. I would fish with those two any day of the week!! Thanks for an awesome trip!!

This charter was spectacular. We have been celebrating our late dad's birthday for the past 20…read moreyears with fishing charters in San Diego, and this one was by far the best. The crew was incredibly attentive. I never had to ask for assistance because someone was always there before I even had the chance. It was unexpected and very much appreciated. The woman serving food and beverages also made a point to check in throughout the trip, which really stood out. We caught a lot of fish, and the experience was seamless from start to finish. The briefing at the beginning was quick, clear, and efficient, so we had our poles in the water right away. Highly recommend this charter and crew. An unforgettable experience.

We chartered the SoCal and couldn't be happier. Our group has done this a few times now and whether…read morewe get on the bite or not, the crew gives us an epic experience from Brian in the wheelhouse to Ava cookin' grinds in the galley. The deckhands (pinhead included) were awesome. Especially helping the kids and less experienced anglers. Love this boat and this crew! Also much appreciation to the squad behind the counter at Oceanside Sea Center as well. We are grateful for the availability, flexibility, and ease of setting up and running this trip. Can't wait until next year. And we did get on the fish this time. Every angler got bent

Captain Bob is the reason I started writing reviews. From a psychology lecture, I learned that…read morepeople usually write reviews only for extremes: extremely bad or extremely awesome. Because of my trip with Captain Bob, I just had to write a review, letting people know not to miss out if you are in the Oceanside area. My experience started over the phone with the Captain. I was told that the trip only accommodates six passengers. This was a concern because I was was traveling with a party of eight. I called the captain and my concern was promptly alleviated. Captain Bob was very chill with the circumstances and didn't even charge us extra. We arrived at the harbor around noon. Captain Bob met us at the parking lot and greeted all of us. Already we were all impressed. We headed out with The Captain narrating what we were looking for in order to locate dolphins. He was very knowledgeable about the ocean and taught us quite a few things about boating and sea life. He also had very interesting tales to tell. I was torn between listening to stories or focusing on novelty of being out at sea. The Captain even let one of our number steer the boat for awhile. Later he served all the 21+ beers. At one point we also pulled random balloons that we saw out of the water. This was us being environmentally friendly. It seems that the Captain was really chill with us doing whatever out at see as long as it was legal, safe, and most importantly, we enjoyed ourselves. The boat was quite roomy and fit all of us comfortably. All of my party were very impressed with the Captain and the trip. I highly recommend Captain Bob for your trip, whether your with your friends or on a date. Don't miss out!

No doubt about it. Captain Bob is a kind and accommodating host. He loves what he does and his…read moreenthusiasm is contagious. However, there was one problem that made me feel uncomfortable: the boat only has a two foot rubber railing!! Thus, it just seems to me that it would be super easy to go overboard. Honestly, even though sitting up front was somewhat uncomfortable, i didn't want to move for fear of being tossed in! Finally, if you do go, i recommend going for only one and a half hours. We were out for two hours and it was just too long.

Another in the books for COVID-19 times; grab a coffee, shop small, work and social distance all at…read morethe same time. I first stepped foot in The Rising Co. pre-pandemic. This was during their early set-up they were just settling into this comfortable space. Oceanside has created several community shared spaces over recent years, adding to the craft beer, local wine and thriving food scene. A co-op style environment, where local artists, makers and creatives show off there work and which you can support and shop SoCal. There is one of a kind art, fashion and jewelry. An added bonus is coffee, so you can linger longer with abundant seating around. It's one of those places where you will always get your find on; a card, a baby gift, a plant. I picked up some glow in the dark tattoos. Check out this ever changing spot in South O'side... #TheRisingCo #SouthOceanside #LingerLonger #SeaborneCoffee

A gem in oceanside. Coffee was delicious, but it did take a few minutes to get my americano. Prices…read moreare in line with other gourmet coffee shops ($3-$5 for a drink). The ambiance is really sweet. Came on Saturday after a workout class, which is co-located here in the parking lot.