Top San Diego Outdoor Activities

Experience the thrill of driving your own speed boat during this tour of San Diego Harbor. Learn the basics of boating from your expert guide before following your guide's boat around the harbor, cruising past highlights such as the USS Midway, a US Navy submarine, Coronado Bridge, Seaport Village, the cruise ship terminal, the historic ship Star of India and San Diego Maritime Museum. Learn from your guide about these landmarks via the onboard two-way communications system and stop for photo ops on this exciting tour.

Zoom around the waters of San Diego Bay on a jet boat ride that provides speed, splashes, and spins. As you race through the scenic waterway, your captain points out landmarks including the USS Midway, Coronado Island, Seaport Village, the Embarcadero, and the city skyline. Hang on as your captain takes your boat into power slides, 360-degree spins and other thrilling maneuvers—a high-octane twist on sightseeing in San Diego.

WE GUIDE, YOU DRIVE! Get behind the wheel of our Jeeps and follow us on local trails. CampDads offers a four-wheeling experience like no other in San Diego. We are popular with experienced off-roaders and first-timers alike! Bring your rookie husbands, nervous wives, grandpas and girlfriends on a high-adventure, safe ride in a private vehicle with just your party. While under the instruction of our experienced guides, you will join us on some of the best trails in San Diego and beyond. We will navigate high, steep climbs and heart-pounding descents, while taking in some of the most beautiful country around, all with the feeling of confidence and safety.

1 HOUR Pedal Boat Rentals. Maximum capacity 3 adults and 1 kid (650lb) Our Pedal Boats are equipped with very comfortable seating and sun shade. Cruise the San Diego Bay at your own pace while enjoying the local wildlife and sightseeing. Our boat rentals a safe boating experience for families with kids in San Diego! * Well behaved dogs are welcome

Encounter some of Earth's most magnificent creatures on a 3-hour whale-watching cruise in San Diego. The voyage departs right from Mission Bay, so you’ll be out into the open ocean and looking for animals in just 10 short minutes. Marine biologists onboard help you spot whales and dolphins and learn about their life in the deep blue sea.

Explore San Diego’s Downtown and Old Town sights in a fun and fast-paced way—on a GoCar tour. This sightseeing adventure takes the stress out of reading a map, as the car talks and shows you the way with its in-built GPS. Enjoy hearing stories as you explore the city’s most popular areas, including Little Italy, Mission Hills, Presidio Park, and the Gaslamp Quarter.

On this small, exclusive experience (6 riders max), guests will enjoy a super-fun musical electric bicycle tour on Coronado's most beautiful coastal bike paths, scenic photo hotspots, and areas of historical interest. Inspired by the woody wagons of California’s surf culture, Fat Woody Beach Cruisers are artisan handcrafted electric bikes. You can pedal if you like, but the electric drive system will easily push you along at a gentle cruising speed of 8-15 mph. If you’re looking for a truly unique & memorable southern California experience, take a ride on one of these incredibly unique beach cruisers! NOTE: Guests must have proficient riding skills and be minimum 21 years old, unless accompanied by parent. Riders MUST be able to put both feet on the ground (approximately 5’2” tall) as these cruisers weigh 90lbs. Shorter legs require leaning the bike to one side with all the weight on one leg, resulting in potential falls resulting in potential injury and equipment damage.

Find out what it’s like to be a fighter pilot during a high-intensity flight over San Diego. Learn basic flight maneuvering skills as you speed, twist, and turn through the sky, and enjoy aerial views of the mountains, desert, and San Diego skyline. Upgrade to include dynamic low level flying, aerobatic maneuvers, and more time in the sky; or suit up and learn to fly the plane yourself.

The renowned San Diego Zoo Safari Park presents more than 3,500 animals roaming in large enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. Go on a safari adventure unlike any other outside of Africa itself, with exhibits inspired by the African Serengeti and the Asian Savanna. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the Safari Park. Ticket must be redeemed on travel date selected.

Try the world's first off-road electric hover board and ride like a pro! With a top speed of 19mph and the the ability to ride on grass, trails, sand, and of course pavement you'll be having a blast in no time. Riding the Onewheel is easy to learn, even for people with no previous board sport experience with proper instruction (lesson included). I will be providing instruction, helmets, safety gear (knee pads, elbow pads, wrist guards)

Zip through downtown San Diego and Balboa Park in just two hours with the use of a GPS-enabled GoCar. You and your partner will get settled, strap on your helmets, and use the provided map and GPS to get exploring. You'll cover tons more ground than you would on foot and can use the navigating devices to make your own route.

What makes this experience unique is that the area we visit is only accessible by kayak or paddle board.

View more than 4,000 animals roaming in large enclosures on a 2-day visit to the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park. This admission ticket allows you to spend two days at the Zoo, or split your time between the Zoo and the Safari Park. At the zoo, see the diverse collection of animals, many of which are not present at other zoos in the United States. The Safari Park is inspired by the Serengeti Plains in Africa and the Asian plains and is home to lions, tigers, zebras, which you can see from the a 32-acre (13-hectare) safari trail. Access to all shows and exhibits, as well as use of all the in-park transportation, are included. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park.

Meet some of the world's most exotic animals with your admission ticket to the renowned San Diego Zoo, one of California's top family-friendly attractions. More than 4,000 animals representing 800 species live in this state-of-the-art zoo, including some that are rarely seen at other zoos. Admire the animals and go in-depth during daily keeper talks and guided bus tours. With mobile tickets, simply scan your phone for direct entry into the San Diego Zoo. Ticket must be redeemed on travel date selected.

Feel the adrenaline rush of skydiving without jumping out of an airplane during this indoor skydiving experience at iFLY San Diego. Learn how to safely float in a vertical wind tunnel with wind speeds of up to 175 mph (282 kph). Your activity includes skydiving gear and two flights. Plus, receive one-on-one guidance from an accredited flight instructor and take home a personalized flight certificate.

Enjoy a two-hour guided tour of San Diego catch or release fishing from the Pacific Ocean. Our guides are friendly, knowledgeable, and committed to delivering an exceptional fishing experience.

Get the best chance of seeing whales and dolphins on a private boat tour. Your party will have the run of the boat, including an enclosed cabin, an observation tower, and a restroom. Your experienced USCG-certified captain knows the best places to spot wildlife and will provide engaging commentary on the local marine ecosystem.

Go whale watching from San Diego aboard a replica of a historic sailing schooner that won the world’s first America’s Cup sailing competition in 1851. Throughout your cruise, your expert guide shares informative commentary about gray whales, dolphins, and other marine animals, along with details about the US Navy sites you pass as you head out on the Pacific Ocean.

San Diego provides the perfect launching point for a whale-watching tour in California. Cruise on the Pacific Ocean in a sturdy boat with a professional crew, looking for gray whales as they migrate along the coast of North America. Dolphins, seals and seabirds are often spotted during this whale-watching tour and the crew provides informative commentary about the marine animals and environment. Bonus: if the crew does not find any whales during your cruise, you receive a complimentary ticket for another trip.

Spend a few hours relaxing, sunbathing and sightseeing in the placid waters just off San Diego during this 1 or 2 hour San Diego Harbor cruise. Sit back and relax as you take in a fully-narrated tour, offering top-notch sight lines of the San Diego skyline, a cruise under Coronado Bridge, a look at the bustling US Naval fleet and a chance to spot some of the harbor’s resident sea lions. Choose between 1 and 2 hour cruise options, offering you two trips to fit your schedule and interests.

The tour will depart from Old Town and head to Mount Soledad followed by four conveniently located stops where you can disembark and explore in depth. Have the chance to visit historic sites in Old Town, and bring along your beachwear to enjoy the coast. See the natural treasures of this beachy city at Mount Soledad, which offers 360-degree views over San Diego.

Explore San Diego’s vibrant marine life with a full-day snorkeling rental package, and plan a perfect day of fun on the coast with help from an experienced staff. Slip into the water with bright garibaldi fish and the ray-like shovelnose guitar fish, spot harmless leopard sharks then take in views of the city’s sea lion colonies from the ocean. First-time snorkelers can get tips on using the simple equipment, and all will enjoy the flexibility of an independent beach day in San Diego.

We offer the only Paddle Board and Kayak Rentals accessing the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge.

Break into a medieval castle on this 1-hour San Diego escape room experience. Race against the clock to crack codes, solve puzzles, and overcome challenges along with your team of two to eight people. Because this escape room doesn’t feature gory details or jump-scares, it’s a good pick for kids and novice escape room players.