My wife and I had a wonderful afternoon sailing around the bay with our captain, Mick. We talked about everything under the sun, and enjoyed every minute of our sail. There's no doubt that Mick is an expert sailor, and a terrific host. We hope to do it again next summer. read more

Mick was absolutely amazing sailing us around last night. Couldn't have had better weather either.

We had an amazing time with Pacifica Sailing Charters and Mike, our Captain. He was very professional in his orientation, very easy going, personable, and fun. We had a fantastic time!!! We'll be back! Thanks, Mike! read more

We had so much fun, beautiful day and great conversation with our captain Mick. The whole experience went smoothly from parking to meeting and throughout the sail, great directions and amazing sailing experience!! read more

We have always wanted to learn to sail and Pacifica Sailing Charters delivered. Captain Mike reached out early, was on time, was a plethora of information and most importantly, delivered an unforgettable first time sailing experience. My wife and I are now hooked. Thank you Captain Mike for an amazing day. read more

I recently booked a trip with Nick to go on sail trip with Captain Mike ! It was a wonderful experience from beginning to the end ! Nick was very knowledgeable and helpful during the booking process . We met Captain Mike at prearrange meeting site . After introductions he went over all safety rules for boat . Once we were on the boat he pointed out safety hatches , life jackets , fire extinguishers, explained the radio frequencies and what to do if he became incapacitated. He also had snacks and beverages for us as well ! Once all off the formalities were taken care of we set sail ! This was my first time on a sailboat but hopefully not my last . It was a very memorable day . Captain Mike will allow you to be as active or inactive as you want to be . I chose to be active so of course I steered and change the direction of our sails . It was suppose to be a 2 hour trip but no one had plans so we sailed for at least 3 hours . I highly recommend going out with Pacifica Charters! I will definitely be back . Thanks again for one of the best days ever! read more

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Great sailing with Mick. Wonderful time and lots of sailing info. Top boat for fun sailing and a top captain. Already planning for our next booking. read more

definitely recommend!! Mick was a great captain! the catamaran was a great boat and we had the best afternoon!!

My husband surprised me with this for my 30th birthday and we had such a great time! So beautiful! The captain was such an awesome person and I would love to sail with him again! read more

We loved the experience with Captain Mick! The sunset sail was the highlight of our entire vacation week. Thank you for a great time from your new friends in Tennessee. read more

Sailing with Captain Mick was the highlight of our week in San Diego. Such a nice guy and so very knowledgeable about the Navy and everything in the bay. He was very patient with my grandchildren, and everyone had a good time. read more

Captain Mick was amazing and I really recommend him. He was very helpful and even though one person couldn't show up he still gave us a refund. The boat was pretty new and in great condition read more

This review is long overdue. Captain Mick was so fun and we had the best day sailing with him!! One of my favorite boat charters ever! Can't wait to do it again! read more

We had so much fun today on our Sailing Tour with Mick! It turned out to be a beautiful day and Mick took us around San Diego bay for some great sights! He was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us great tidbits of information about the Navy base and the submarines we saw. We also sailed past some really cute baby sea lions! We were able to bring our own snacks and drinks and it made for a wonderful and relaxing day with friends. Thanks again Mick! read more

We were in San Diego for a 3 day Christmas vacation and wanted to do something outdoors since the weather was really good so we looked on Groupon and found this sailing lesson / cruise. We booked an afternoon tour and it was a really good experience! Our Captain Mick was really friendly and nice! read more

This was an amazing time! We spent our trip with Captain Mike and he was awesome. He was fun, relaxed, we played music, and we learned a thing or two about sailing. The views were the best, and I can't wait to bring some friends along for next time. read more

Went on a 2 hour private cruise with Captain Mick and 2 friends. He was beyond amazing. Really provided an educational, fun and eventful trip. We didn't want the fun to end. Can't wait to do it again. read more

The entire experience was as pleasant as could be. Booked a charter due to the passing of a loved one. Captain Mick was very helpful and a true professional from the first phone call. Within a week, per my request, we were cruising out to the point and fulfilling the last wishes of a great man. The entire voyage was a true blessing and provided closure, not just for myself but also for family located across the country. read more

We did a 2 hour private sail for 4 people on the 4th of July and it was awesome! The booking process was really simple and seamless. Mick upgraded us to a larger catamaran at no cost to us and was a great host with a wealth of knowledge. We BYOB (one of the few companies that allows this) and brought snacks but there were also snacks available for us as well. Mick really made us feel at home on the boat and made for a great experience. Would definitely recommend! read more

We had an amazing sunset cruise with Curtis. The evening weather was perfect! Curtis was very knowledgeable and very good captain. Thank you for an amazing evening. I hope to sail with Pacifica again! read more

Wow! Awesome day on the water with Captain Mick, skipper of Masquerade, a 37' racing sloop. My husband and I were in desperate need of a fun and unusual day away from the grind. We chartered a sail of San Diego bay with Mick and had a spectacular experience. We cruised by the Midway, watched dolphins leaping waves, and laughed at the seals sunning themselves on the buoys. I wish I could describe how amazing and rejuvenating it was to spend time in the sunshine and see this gorgeous city with a friendly, professional and knowledgable guide who made us feel as if we were in the company of a personal friend. read more

I had not been sailing in several years and was a bit hesitant to get back out, so I gave Sailing San Diego Bay a try. I had heard about it from a customer at Point Loma Seafood, and I am most grateful for the suggestion. I had a friend visiting from out of town and I thought this would be a great way to show her our beautiful city, so armed with a special bottle of Champagne and Wine from a vineyard she and I explored on my last visit to her hometown, we met Mick and his crew at the dock. Right from the start we were made comfortable with a entertaining safety lesson, and he went out of his way to relieve her minor fear of water (I had no idea) and off we went. I had owned a 27' sailboat many years ago so I knew my friend was expecting me to know much of what I was doing. With some subtle/discreet instruction from Mick, he let me take the helm and I got to navigate the channel and even got to play Captain when we had the sails up and were hauling ass at one point!! Very cool indeed! The boat was beautiful and well set up with everything we may have needed. I even saw a flat screen and DVD set-up for kids or below deck time activities. The day was perfect and although he had nothing to do with the weather, I had so much fun I forgot to take the seasick pill I brought (just to be safe and manly of course) and we both did great! This is a newer company with a well seasoned Captain and they book up quickly, so I suggest you plan ahead for reservations so you don't miss out. Thanks for a great experience and I will sail with you again! Cheers! Dave Lipscomb read more

I got a chance to Go sailing for the first time ever...Captain Mick was awesome...he explained everything to us about sailing, and would even let us help with the actual sailing of the boat. We got to go into the open ocean which was great...I would def recommend Sailing San Diego Bay to anyone who wants to get a true ocean sailing experience... read more

Mick is nice. Not a pretentious, rich kid sailor. And, not a loser sailboat bum. I think anyone would feel comfortable going for a sail with him. He is a successful business man who loves life and what he does. A good role model for most of southern California. My wife and I had a great time. We learned to sail. We had a few drinks. Life was good. We are the overeducated, super-critical, high expectations type so if we liked it, pretty much anyone would. I highly recommend it. If you haven't been sailing before, it will change your life. If you want a boat and your girlfriend doesn't understand why, she will after this. Just do it. read more

Mick and his crew were awesome. His boat was nice and clean. He has a good attitude and sense of humor. Mick took time out to teach and explain to others what was happening at the current time and the reasons for doing so. He never got frustrated with everyone's lack of experience because that's the kind of person he is. I would definitely go back out with them. read more

I was looking for a unique team building experience for our team and Mick delivered. I went onto the boat not knowing a single thing about sailing. By the end of it I was managing the head sail and tacking...it was a great learning experience. Mick did a great job of giving us directions and organizing the event. He also provided a nice lunch and was able to customize it based on dietary concerns. Everyone on staff was easygoing and great to talk to. I hope that we can do another event with these guys sometime in the future. read more

I had such a blast with my friends sailing around San Diego Bay with Captain Mick! We learned so much about sailing and taking care of the boat and the rules of the road. I felt very safe as we navigated around all the other boats, large and small. We learned about the sheets and the lines and most importantly, when to get out of the way. It was a perfect afternoon and a great way to view beautiful San Diego. I highly recommend a sailing excursion with Captain Mick if you are looking for an adventure that is fun for all ages. read more

Had a great experience with Captain Mick sailing around San Diego! Mick was very nice, brought food, beer and wine for us on the boat. He was very friendly and we had a great time with him. It was a beautiful day, we sailed out of the channel and out into the ocean. Mick taught us some good, basic sailing knowledge, and then took over so we could relax and hang out feet off the front of the boat. We felt like we were just hangin with an old friend. The boat was nice and comfortable. Hoping to go again soon! read more

No visit to San Diego is complete without a sailing excursion with Captain Mick. We recently moved to San Diego and our two sons were home on spring break from college out east so we were looking for a fun activity that would let them really enjoy the San Diego weather and beauty. Captain Mick gave us the perfect outing. We know nothing about sailing but he was happy to teach us and to give us tasks so that we felt like we were helping out. When we felt lazy and just wanted to kick back with some wine, Mick regaled us with entertaining stories. He is a charming host and a very knowledgeable sailing captain. This was the quintessential San Diego experience - laid back and active. On the boat, we were living the moment in one of the most beautiful places in the country. It was like a massage for the mind - relaxing and invigorating. Thank you, Captain Mick. read more

This was such a great experience that we went back twice! Definitely one of the greatest Groupon purchases we ever made. Captain Mick is an expert sailor and he is very enthusiastic about teaching people. My boyfriend and I both had an amazing time at the helm, steering his 37ft racing sailboat! You are allowed to bring your own booze and snacks, and he also has some chips and things available for you as well. We saw dolphins on our trip, as well as Naval helicopters and ships and lots of playful sea lions. This adventure is great for people that just want to relax and cruise, or those people that want to learn to sail their own boat. Captain Mick is really easy to get along with and he is flexible on time and working with your schedule. We have tried renting other sailboats, but this was by far the best time we have ever had. I hope we get to go back again soon! read more

Captain mick gave us a great afternoon sailing on the bay! We have taken the hornblower cruises before and he sailed us in areas we hadn't been previously on the larger boats. It was so much fun, he has a great personality and really knows his stuff! read more

We went out on the Catamoran with Mick as the captain and we had a fantastic time! He was super friendly, was always making sure that we had a good time and was very helpful with picture requests. We even saw some seals along the way! Towards the end of the trip he even offered to take us to see downtown for another extra 30 min as he had some extra time. It was a beautiful day out in the sea in San Diego and Mick made the experience unforgettable. Thanks Mick! read more

Bought the groupon as a gift for my boyfriend and was a little unsure of what to expect. Once we got there we had a great time! The captain was awesome and gave us a great feel for what sailing is all about! Definately want to go back! read more

Had a great time on the water with Mick this weekend. Very fun and knowledgeable captain. Looking forward to sailing with him again

I took my boyfriend out for a belated birthday sailing trip and we had a blast! We didn't quite know what to expect, but Captain Mick made us feel right at home. He was so open and willing to share all his knowledge with us, allowing us to learn about sailing and much more! We definitely had a *buttery* experience and recommend this to everyone! read more

Pacifica Sailing Charters - Sunset Cruise for Two! :) - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Had a great time with the hilarious, Captain Mick! We highly recommend this sailing charter to everyone and can't wait to go back! read more

Pacifica Sailing Charters - sunset sailing - Boat Charters Near Me - San Diego, California

Captain Mick is Awsome!! My wife and I have sailed quite a bit, but Captain Mick made our day in the sun so special! The boat was immaculate and sailed so beautifully! Mick's superb boat handling skills made our sailing trip around SD bay comfortable and extremely enjoyable while his easy manner and funny personality were icing on the cake, we cannot recommend his operation more highly! -SP&TP in SD read more

SO fun and SO relaxing!! My boyfriend and I have been wanting to learn more about sailing and sail boats for so long and Mick really helped us out during the relaxing sail. Captain Mick was very welcoming and friendly and made the trip so much more fun. He even guided us on what to look for in buying a boat and showed us around one thats for sale! We had a great time and could've stayed out on the water with him all day. Definitely recommend this trip to anyone interested. read more

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What can I say? I got the sunset cruise in June for 2 for my boyfriend's birthday and we both LOVED it! From the time we arrived, it felt like we were all family. We were on the boat with about 5 other people and our captain (Mick). There was plenty of room. He took us around San Diego bay. We saw a beautiful view of the downtown San Diego skyline, seals and birds of all sorts, a submarine, and learned quite well how to sail a boat. Our captain Mick was extremely knowledgeable about sailing and his experience at racing sailboats. We each even took turns sailing and it was so much fun! Would 110% recommend sailing with Mick! He's amazing! Definitely worth it! Thanks for the fun evening! read more

I chose Pacifica for a recent afternoon bachelorette booze cruise with my sister and her friends. I'm so glad I did! "Sea Esta" was the perfect size catamaran for our group of 8, and was well-appointed with below-deck seating (not that we needed it, but a good place to stash our gear), a bathroom, and kitchenette with mini fridge. We came prepared with snacks and drinks, but there were some chips and bottled water provided. Captain Curtis was the perfect combination of knowledgeable, professional, and fun. He gladly accommodated our requests to stop for the occasional photo. A couple of people in my group are prone to motion sickness, but it wasn't a problem at all on the catamaran. The price is right, and it also doesn't hurt that the weather was fantastic! If I ever find myself in San Diego again, I'll book another cruise with Curtis in a heartbeat! read more