How many people can join the tour?

The charter accommodates up to six passengers per reservation.

Is a captain provided?

Yes — a licensed captain is included with the tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

Changes or cancellations must be made at least 72 hours (3 days) prior to the reservation start date for a full refund.

Are food and drinks included?

The listing does not specify included refreshments; assume none are provided unless the operator lists an option—bring water or ask when booking.

Is the trip accessible?

Accessibility information is not provided in the listing—contact the operator ahead of booking to discuss specific needs.

Sunset Skyline Sail from Marriott Marquis — San Diego Harbor Cruise | Private | Boat Tour

Q: Where is the meeting point?

Check-in is at 333 West Harbor Drive Gate 1 Marriott Hotel and Marina, San Diego CA 92101.

Adventure Brief

Set sail from the Marriott Marquis for a two-hour, captain-led sunset cruise that frames San Diego’s skyline, Coronado Bridge, and Pacific horizon. Small groups (up to six) make this an intimate, photo-friendly way to experience the harbor as day becomes night.

2 hours

easy

From $800.00

Perched on the western edge of San Diego Bay, the Skyline Glow Tour launches from 333 West Harbor Drive Gate 1 Marriott Hotel and Marina, San Diego CA 92101. This two-hour sunset sail carries up to six guests aboard a captain-manned vessel that places the downtown skyline, Coronado Bridge, and Pacific horizon on vivid display. The experience is uncomplicated—bring a light jacket, a camera, and a relaxed attitude—and it’s designed for anyone who wants an intimate, marine view of the city as daylight folds into night.

Boarding is quick and organized: the licensed captain handles the helm while you settle into deck seating, watch brown pelicans quarter the water, and trace the line where harbor lights meet the sea. Key features of the route include unobstructed views of downtown high-rises, the arcing silhouette of the Coronado Bridge, and the broad Pacific beyond; Mission Bay’s gently shelving shoreline and the bluffs of Point Loma provide a changing coastal frame. Expect common wildlife like brown pelicans and harbor seals, and notice coastal scrub and estuarine plants along nearshore areas.

What makes this charter stand out is its scale and timing—groups capped at six and a schedule set for sunset create a private, cinematic outing without the bustle of larger tour boats. The captain’s local knowledge enhances the route with landmark callouts and occasional close approaches to the water for better viewing and photos. For travelers staying downtown, the trip is an efficient way to swap streetside crowds for a quieter tidal perspective that highlights San Diego’s maritime character.

Practical details: the tour runs roughly two hours. Check-in at the Marriott Hotel and Marina meeting point is required and guests must present photo ID and the payment card used for booking. Changes or cancellations require at least 72 hours’ notice for a full refund. The cruise suits casual sailors, photographers, couples, and small groups marking a special evening.

Bring layers and non-marking shoes; evenings breeze off the Pacific and temperatures can drop quickly. Arrive 20 minutes early for boarding and check-in at the Marriott dock. Note that bathrooms are onshore before departure and the vessel has limited shade. Book early for weekend sunsets, and consider arriving a day or two before to swap usual tourist rush for this small-group sea perspective.