We visit San Diego often and this is definitely one of the most unique experiences we've had there.
Review by: Jo Ann A, September 2017
This was a fun experience. Driving the boats was an adventure and the harbor was fun to see. It was a little difficult to find the meeting place, that's the reason for not giving it 5 stars.
Review by: Mark N, August 2017
Our guide Carl was amazing and was so good at his job witch my experience the best it could be. I totally recommend this excursion!!!
Review by: sceadu50, August 2017
Fun fun fun. Karl made the experience easy and relaxed. Getting to see the sights from the water is a great way to see SD. We got so close to the seals you could smell them! : Both carriers were in port, which was a treat to see up close. Our boat turned out a little slow compared to the others and Karl gave us his...right in the middle of the harbor! We would do it again for sure.
Review by: Megan M, June 2017
The water was very rough and choppy due to weather and it being a Holiday weekend and lots of traffic on the water. Due to this the adventure had to be cut short which we were told before leaving. Was disappointed to not get to see all the sights but understood it was not their fault. The leaders boat broke down by Coronado island so we got to just mess around the area while waiting for his tow to arrive. At that point we just headed back in to dock the boats. My husband was afraid this was a follow-the-leader adventure but was very happy getting to drive and go full speed! I would do it again on a calmer day when we could see all the sights. The weather and leaders boat breaking down was nobody's fault, just didn't get quite the adventure we signed up for but maybe next time!
Review by: Nadja V, January 2017
Everything is fine, until something goes wrong. Your guide will loose its temper, shout and yell at you and at the end, he left us alone. Frustrating. Irresponsible. And for sure unprofessional and a no-go for this price. _br/_ 1. If you are taller than 6', we cannot recommend this tour. We have bruises all over our knees. _br/_ 2. If the two people in the boat are heavier than 400 lbs, we cannot recommend this. You will have to push your weight to the front of the boat for getting it on plane, which basically means to get speed. In the beginning you will have additional weight of the full gas tank in the front to get you going. But at the end of the tour, your weight will not be enough to push down the nose of the boat and you will never get on plane anymore. The Guide Bob or Rob will make you keep trying, but if you have any understanding of physics, it is simply not possible anymore because of your weight and the mass distribution. Usually boats have a trim to adjust the motor to this weight distribution. But these boats are simple and small and don't have it or the guide didn't tell or know about it. _br/_ 3. We had rather big waves. This also interrupts the traction to the water, which doesn't allow you to get speed. We ended up trying and failing.
Review by: celock_41, November 2016
Truly the highlight of the trip. Will do this again upon return to San Diego. The fellas there at Speed Boat Adventure are fun and professional. We even had people in the group who wouldn't stay with the rest of us because they didn't speak english, not to worry the guys didn't freak out, we just passed them up and stayed with the people who could understand what we were supposed to be doing.
Review by: Paul G, October 2016
Be more fun if the boats were faster
Review by: Autumn V, July 2016
We were surprised how much fun this was! It was a fun and beautiful way to see San Diego! Don and #39;t plan on wearing normal clothes or makeup because you and #39;re going to get wet!
Review by: Maira G, January 2016
If you do something, do this. The tour lady explained very well. Indeed I was not paying attention. If you don't do anything get on this boat. It will be FUN, this was one the best part of my trip. _br/_ --
Review by: Tracy C, November 2015
We had a great time, hubby was the driver, found controls and instructions easy to follow from our navigator Kelly. It can get a bit bumpy out in the middle of the bay so be prepared! But it is great fun!
Review by: Karla F, September 2015
This was a blast. Will do it again!
Review by: T.R. W, September 2015
Excellent Fun. Really enjoyed it. Lots to see and the tour guide was very knowledgeable and helpful and put us all at ease by giving us thorough instructions beforehand. Our eldest child, who was 16 at the time, was allowed to drive the speedboat which he thoroughly enjoyed. Our youngest son of 14 wasn't but seemed to enjoy the adventure too. Only 4 speedboats and the tour guide in total so felt very safe.
Review by: Lynn J, July 2015
It was a ton of fun! Highly recommend doing it!
Review by: YUE W, June 2015
A thrilling and exciting experience. Guide was very helpful.
Review by: Duane R, June 2015
Our Speed Boat Adventure was amazing! The tour guide provided an excellent combination of sight seeing and high speed adventure.
Review by: Steven M, March 2015
This was exciting and educational. Great way to tour the harbour. Our safety was paramount. And our guide was friendly and well informed. One highlight was getting to ride under the Coronado Bridge. I would definitely do this again!
Review by: Ajit K, March 2015
This tour was amazing!
Review by: Nana, December 2014
This was a fantastic adventure. We fortunately booked the last excursion of the day and there was no rush to get back for the next group. Perico was an excellent guide, informative, friendly, and patient. We first went to a dock with sea lions and seals sun bathing and where allowed to bring our boat up to the dock for some fantastic close-up photos. We then sped around the bay to go under the Coronado Bridge. Then onto the USS Midway, where we were allowed to sale next to and under the flight decks. Next onto to the Star of India and other interesting boats in the harbor. We were then allowed to race back to the starting point, all of which took almost two hours. There were four other couples in our excursion and we were able to interact with them while waiting for our instructions on boat operation and safety. All and all we would recommend this tour to anyone seeking a great time and adventure.
Review by: Debra R, August 2014
It was fantastically hosted, exciting and informative. Great staff and great value for money.
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