Top Santa Monica Water Tours

Explore Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Los Angeles' famous beaches, and beyond on this all-day guided excursion starting from Anaheim or Los Angeles. After a convenient hotel pickup, head out with a knowledgeable guide and experience classic sites and neighborhoods like the Hollywood Sign and the Walk of Fame, Griffith Observatory, Rodeo Dr., Venice Beach, and Santa Monica Pier.

Take an electric Duffy boat to explore Marina Del Rey, a laid-back coastal community with boats, beaches and cycle paths. Explore its water ways and look out for sea lions, coastal birds, boat houses and enormous luxury yachts. It’s a relaxing way to enjoy the water, get a sense of the community and connect with nature. This shared experience comes with a fine selection of meat, cheese, fruit and wine.

On this small-group kayaking or paddleboard tour, you’ll hit the scenic coastlines of Marina del Ray for a hands-on nature immersion. Learn kayaking or paddleboard techniques from your guide, and get a chance to spot local wildlife like sea lions, dolphins, and different varieties of seabird. Tours are capped at only seven participants for a personalized experience.

Experience Los Angeles' best kept secret, the waters of Marina del Rey by coming on board one of our boats (boat depends on group size - we have 2 options). Bring your own food or beverage , your friends, and have a relaxing time on the water. Guests will take a tour around the marina, see the ocean, wild marine life such as sea lions and dolphins. The luxury yachts of the rich and famous are also on full display. Our tour guide is very knowledgeable about the area, and you'll often get more information than you bargained for - our ears our definitely on the ground and are up to date with all the cutting edge happenings of the location.

Cruise the scenic waters near Los Angeles in style during this two-and-a half hour, high-end dinner cruise. Climb aboard and enjoy a sumptuous duet entrée freshly prepared on-board. Then grab your drink and make your way to the outdoor decks to soak up the amazing views of the marina.

Live the Mediterranean dream in Southern California on a sailing adventure in the Santa Monica Bay. We are a boutique luxury sailing charter with gourmet cuisine and a love of the sea. We take our guests on a safe, fun and memorable sailing past the mountains of Malibu, the famous Santa Monica pier and Venice Beach boardwalk. Let us share the joy of sailing with you!

Enjoy a relaxing and luxurious attended brunch buffet with sparkling wine as you sail the waters near Los Angeles during this 2-hour cruise. Set sail from shore as you dig into a mouth-watering selection of breakfast favorites like fresh-baked pastries, French toast and eggs, and gourmet lunch specials like vegetables, pasta salads and chef-carved meat accompanied by a complimentary glass of bubbly. Then kick back, take in the gorgeous views of the nearby coastline and lay out in the sun with some background jazz music during your ride. Your brunch cruise includes meal service, and free-flowing sparkling wine.

There are many tours offering to show guests the Sea Lions - and yes, while you'll likely see sea lions on this tour, and our others, we've decided to offer the coveted opportunity to set your eyes on one of the ocean's most magnificent sea creatures - DOLPHINS. With our extensive maritime experience, we've come up with a tour that maximizes your chances of seeing wild dolphins feeding in their natural habitat. Dolphins are on a schedule, so this tour isn't offered all day, it's only offered at sunset. And while there's no guarantee that we'll encounter dolphins on every tour, we can guarantee that you'll see a beautiful oceanic sunset.

Take a private boat tour in a Luxury E-boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery while you coast with friends for a special occasion. This tour is perfect for for a special event with a group or with a special someone. What better way to spend some relaxation time while sipping on wine with a delicious charcuterie board to snack on. Our Duffy boat tour is committed to sustainable practices, such as using electric-powered boats and minimizing waste.

If you've never been sailing before, the moment when the sails go up and the engine shuts off, but you realize your still moving in the quiet of the day, that is what the magic of sailing is all about. Experience Los Angeles' best kept secret, the waters of Marina del Rey by coming on board one of our boats. Bring your own food or beverage , your friends, and have a relaxing time on the water. Guests will take a tour around the marina, see the ocean, wild marine life such as sea lions and dolphins. The luxury yachts of the rich and famous are also on full display. Our tour guide is very knowledgeable about the area, and you'll often get more information than you bargained for - our ears our definitely on the ground and are up to date with all the cutting edge happenings of the location.

Sail past Marina Del Rey, Santa Monica, Venice Beach and Malibu on this 4-hour sailboat tour along the beautiful Los Angeles coast. After a short briefing, we'll cruise past celebrity yachts until we are out of the harbor. Here, we allow guests to operate the yacht independently and raise the sails. We can anchor for a bite to eat and pause to take photos of the scenery—this experience you'll never forget!

Experience Los Angeles' best kept secret, the waters of Marina del Rey by coming on board one of our boats (boat depends on group size - we have 2 options). Bring your own food or beverage , your friends, and have a relaxing time on the water. Guests will take a tour around the marina, see the ocean, wild marine life such as sea lions and dolphins. The luxury yachts of the rich and famous are also on full display. Our tour guide is very knowledgeable about the area, and you'll often get more information than you bargained for - our ears our definitely on the ground and are up to date with all the cutting edge happenings of the location.

Book this private party boat for you and your group of up to 15 friends, and enjoy the gorgeous views you can only get from Marina Del Rey. You’ll see Venice Beach, Pacific Palisades, Santa Monica, and much more. Look for dolphins, seals, and sometimes whales if you’re in the right season.

Celebrate the magic of the season on the water with a Christmas Eve Premier Brunch Cruise in Marina Del Rey. You and your guests will enjoy a holiday brunch buffet freshly prepared by our chef, full bar service, and City Cruises’ distinctive hospitality. While onboard, experience exceptional views of Southern California’s world-famous beaches and pristine harbor views, live entertainment, and festive décor. Our team will happily take care of the details, leaving you to celebrate the holidays on the Marina Del Rey Harbor with your friends and family. Happy Holidays!

This sight seeing tour is specifically for searching and seeking out sea lions in their natural habitat in Marina del Rey. We know all the spots for you to get the best view of most likely a large group of sea lions, and a whiff if you're lucky. You will also see Marina del Rey in its full form - luxury yachts of the rich and famous, and the sparkling calm waters that offers to our guests what we call 'water therapy' - putting you automatically in a great mood. Our tour guide is friendly and knowledgeable and often times you'll walk away with more than you had bargained for.

Happiest Ours Yacht Charters has private yacht cruises, and luxury yacht charters that can go north towards Santa Monica and Malibu, or south towards Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. You can even cruise to Catalina Island for a day or an overnight. When you want to charter a yacht in Los Angeles style, Happiest Ours is the perfect choice. Our boat is privately owned by two business partners who have 30 years of boating experience in Marina Del Rey. The interior design was meticulously executed by an LA designer who has over 25 years in the home industry. She created exclusive items for Neiman

Rock out on the water with breathtaking views of the Marina del Rey Harbor. Dance the evening away or sip on a cocktail as you watch the sunset. City Cruises Cocktail Cruise gives guests a front row seat to all the action in the harbor along with our DJ's hottest tunes.

We have developed a tour where our tour guide plays a high frequency flute to call, DOLPHINS - and while we were out doing this, we started seeing a juvenile GRAY WHALE. With these two creatures on our list, we often times forget to mention the sheer abundance of Sea Lions out in the harbor. We may possibly be the most active group out in the waters of Marina del Rey, so with us you get the most experience. While there's no guarantee that we'll encounter dolphins on every tour, we can guarantee that you'll see a beautiful ocean view.

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Brunch Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises featuring festive décor and a delicious meal, celebrating Christmas on the marina with your friends and family will keep your holiday merry and bright!

Join us on this exciting tour as we paddle board through the beautiful waters the Marina has to offer! You will be coached by your guide who will help you learn the basic practice of SUP techniques that will enable you to tackle on more advanced bodies of water on your own with ease. With the opportunity to unwind and check out the scenic views of the Marina from a new perspective which you don't want to miss out on. Please bring swimwear, towel, and sun protection. The paddle boarding activity will last approximately 60 min to 90 minutes in duration. Requirement of at least two individuals to partake on the tour.

This Father’s Day, create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing evening on the water! Treat the dad in your life to a special Father's Day Premier Dinner Cruise on the Marina del Rey Harbor. While onboard, your family will enjoy distinctive service with chef-inspired, plated entrees, and a selection of wine, beer, and classic cocktails. Celebrate with dining and music from our interior, or soak in the picturesque backdrop from our open-air, outdoor decks. Start a new tradition the whole family will enjoy and celebrate Father’s Day on the water!

This Father’s Day, create family memories that will be treasured forever with an amazing evening on the water! Treat the dad in your life to a special Father's Day Premier Dinner Cruise on the Marina del Rey Harbor. While onboard, your family will enjoy distinctive service with chef-inspired, plated entrees, and a selection of wine, beer, and classic cocktails. Celebrate with dining and music from our interior, or soak in the picturesque backdrop from our open-air, outdoor decks. Start a new tradition the whole family will enjoy and celebrate Father’s Day on the water!

Bring the magic of the season to life with a Marina del Rey Christmas Day Premier Dinner Cruise departing from Marina del Rey. With cruises featuring festive décor and a delicious meal, celebrating Christmas on the marina with your friends and family will keep your holiday merry and bright!