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Rent a Boat in San Diego

Boaters and tourists alike visit San Diego for its beautiful scenery stretching 70 miles down the gorgeous California coastline. Most visitors to the area will want to check out popular attractions like Mission Beach and Sunset Cliffs Natural Park, but don’t be afraid to step out of the hustle-and-bustle to explore more scenic areas—many of which are only accessible and enjoyed by boat.

What to Know 

Popular boat types in San Diego include:

 
Day boats, like bowriders, pontoons, and deck boats are perfect for lounging in local bays, while larger boats, such as center consoles or cruisers, will provide a more comfortable ride out in the Pacific Ocean or for deep sea fishing.
 
Motor yachts are the best option for bachelor or bachelorette parties, birthday parties, and sightseeing along the California coastline.

Safety Requirements:

 
Boating License/Education Rules: California Vessel Operator Card (CVOC) required to operate a vessel. Users must be 16 or older to operate a motorboat of 15 hp or greater, if unsupervised. Those 12-15 years of age may operate under supervision of a person 18 or older who is on board. 
 
Life Jacket Requirements: 12 and under must wear a PFD.

For more information, visit the California Department of Parks & Recreation.Where to dock your boat or meet your rental:

 
Harbor Island West Marina
 
Seaforth Marina
 
Safe Harbor Sunroad
 
Safe Harbor Cabrillo Isle
 
Shelter Island Marina
 
Kona Kai Marina

Weather Conditions

The weather in San Diego varies greatly by season. Summer’s here are short and hot with clear skies. While winter is long and cool with partially cloudy skies. Locals and tourists alike soak in San Diego’s great outdoors between Mid-June to October. Avg. Temperature High: Peaks around 77°F in AugustAvg. Temperature Low: Daily high is 66°F; drops as low as 49°F in December.Avg. Water Temperatures in San Diego during the Summer

 
69°F in May
 

General info

Time Zone
GMT +00:00
3 hours behind
Currency
British Pound
1USD = 0.76GBP
Best time to visit
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