This is the perfect way to see all the landmarks of San Diego Bay, and have a terrific time while you're doing it! Justin will crank your favorite music on the boat's speakers while you kick back and enjoy the ride. We anchored in a number of locations where we were able to chill out on his padded deck, his large inflatable inter tube, and cast some lines out and fish (we actually caught a few!) Justin also takes a stand-up paddleboard with him so you can explore the area around the boat on your own if you desire. Perhaps the best part of our trip was when we anchored next to the outdoor stage where the San Diego Symphony was playing and got a free sunset concert to go with our day. Overall, Chill Charters is a guaranteed 5 star experience, and should be the first number you call if you're looking to explore SD on the water. read more

Chill Charters has got a good thing going on for sure! Captain Justin is willing and enthusiastic to tailor each individual experience. I got linked up with Chill Charters a couple of months ago and always stoked to get back on the water. I'm a repeat customer and love having this in my back pocket anytime friends or family come to town! I gotta say though...the night tour was next level! We brought a couple bottles of wine and some cheese and just cruised the bay while enjoying a crisp fall evening with an incredible downtown San Diego backdrop...Like I said, "next level" If you're looking for a great experience at a great value, don't hesitate. Not to mention the name of the business matches the Captain to a T...Justin is incredibly laid back and happy to offer his services. read more

Chill Charters' proprietor, Justin Renfro, knows his way around the San Diego Bay area and will give you the advertised experience: a chill charter. Mr. Renfro gave us a tour of San Diego bay and then let us drop anchor near the beach at Coronado. The boat is equipped with life vests, a paddleboard and an inner tube, and he was happy to tow us around on the tube and teach us how to paddleboard. If you're a fisherman, he's got a tackle box and fishing gear on board, and the boat is perfect for all day fishing excursions. He's got plenty of munchies and drinks on deck--literally--in case you get hungry or thirsty. If you're looking for a relaxing day out on the bay, I seriously cannot recommend Chill Charters enough. Worth every penny. read more

Chill Charters made my experience on the SD Bay unforgettable. They provide top of the line adventure in the San Diego Bay on a gorgeous boat. Justin, our captain, was so accommodating and made sure we had fun in a beautiful, safe environment. If you're visiting SD or live here- as I do- I'd recommend getting a charter to experience this beautiful place in a whole new light. We got super close to all the huge navy ships and submarines in the bay near downtown. It was unreal! Justin even drove us up near the PCH and we got to hear some live music at a local festival on the Embarcadero. Chill Charters rocks! We ended the charter jumping into the bay with smiles under the moonlight... Can't wait to charter again soon read more

We contacted Chill Charters because of the number of highly positive reviews. We had researched many options for our commemorative voyage. Justin responded to our inquiry in a timely fashion and was easy to work with from start to finish. Based on his expertise, we adjusted the timing of our voyage due to the Santa Anna winds. Justin is very pleasant and knowledgeable. He answered all our questions about the harbor. He is a gracious host. This voyage was exactly what we were looking for. We are so pleased that we chose Chill Charters. Justin provided us with the highest quality experience! We gladly give him another 5 star review. He deserves it! read more

Aptly named, our experience on the boat could not have been better and Justin is super chill. My four girlfriends and I ended up going out for four hours one Saturday afternoon; we had originally booked two hours but decided while on the boat that we wanted to stay out for another two and Justin happily accommodated us. He toured us around several spots in the bay, anchoring twice for a while so we could swim around, lounge, etc. He was knowledgeable about the area / San Diego and was a lot of fun to hang with for the afternoon. I would highly recommend an afternoon on the boat to anyone looking to have a good time. Can't express how much fun we had! read more

We've been on two cruises with Justin, el capitan of Chill Charters. This is the perfect way to enjoy San Diego and a great option for friends visiting from out of town. We have done this with two groups of visiting friends and they both said it was the most memorable part of their trip. Justin is an awesome guide as you cruise around on his boat (which can accommodate a party of about 6-8). He's easy-going, positive and fun. It's clear that his number one priority is ensuring everyone has a great time. Opt for Chill Charters to experience a much more personal and relaxing charter than the other big name companies in San Diego. Thanks, Justin! read more

Hey! We have had two birthday parties with Chill Charters and it was pretty awesome our captain Justin was super nice and made the party atmosphere even more cool fun and very comfortable we were playing our Russian music were singing along and it was like a movie boat party The boat is very beautiful and pictures came out super nice! So you can even use it for nice photoshoot. If it's your romantic or business time it will be perfect too. So, maybe it's just me very in love with the ocean and boats but both times I was there was like a big holiday for me. I recommend this read more

By far the best harbor cruise you can find in San Diego! We went out on the night cruise which started around sunset and it was absolutely beautiful. Once the sun goes down you can see the night skyline of downtown San Diego which was definitely a treat. Justin was an amazing captain; he was funny, accommodating, and overall just a really chill dude. My friends and I had an awesome time just kicking back and chilling with Justin. I'll definitely be coming again and I would absolutely recommend the night tour! P.S. If you're lucky maybe you'll be able to spot Sally the Seal ;) read more

If you're looking for something fun to do in San Diego, schedule a tour with Chill Charters! Some friends and I went out last weekend for a night cruise. It was so much fun! The city lights are so beautiful and the water was like glass. The bow is covered with really comfy padding so we were able to layout and look up at the stars. Our captain, Justin, was so welcoming... we were able to play our own music, bring our own food/drinks and Justin even provided cozy blankets when we got a little chilly. I can't wait to book another chill charter! Would definitely recommend! read more

Went on a sunset cruise into the evening through the harbor with captain justin and could not be more pleased with the experience. He was as professional as he was friendly and both were displayed in spades. Had a brilliant time with two other friends catching lobster and sharing stories. The lobster dinner we had at the close of the evening to end the night was remarkable, delicious and satisfying in a way that only catching your own food can accomplish. Would absolutely do it again and recommend it to anyone else looking for a really special way to enjoy San Diego read more

Our Chill Charters boat outing was spectacular! Our captain & tour guide was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about local history and other fun San Diego facts. It was definitely the coolest way to sightsee downtown San Diego. We were able to see tons of wildlife up-close including a bunch of Sea Lions. We got to pick the music we listened to and enjoy drinks & snacks while on the beautiful boat. I highly recommend Chill Charters to anyone who wants a more intimate & "chill" boating experience. I am already booking another outing for when my family comes to visit! read more

Me and my girlfriend took a Chill Charters night cruise and it was amazing. The view of the city at night was perfect and the fact that we had the bay completely to ourselves just made it even better. It was our first time to San Diego, and the cruise was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Plus, Justin was a great guide and even filled us in with some information about the boats at the nautical museum. I would highly recommend the night cruise to anyone spending time in the city. Next time we're in town we will definitely be taking the night cruise again. read more

Last weekend we chartered with Justin for a family commemoration of our Dad's life, as he recently passed. Justin was fantastic, very accommodating and welcoming. We felt very relaxed and comfortable on Justin's boat. He's easy-going as well as safety conscious. He gave us a great tour of the bay and along the waterfront, with fantastic views of many sites. We were his morning charter and he had an evening charter booked after us. Word is out--Chill Charters with Justin is a great experience and reasonably priced. We look forward to our next boating adventure! read more

I went on a lobster fishing tour with Chill Charters and had a blast! I knew nothing about catching lobsters beforehand but Justin was an awesome guide who taught me everything that I needed to know. I wanted the full on lobster experience so Justin showed me how to set up the cages and nets. I was even able to throw out and pull up the nets. After just a short while, I got the hang of it and I was able to catch 5 fresh lobsters! If you are interested in learning how to catch lobster and taking home some fresh seafood, I highly recommend this tour! read more

We had an amazing Labor Day with Captain Justin and Chill Charters. He provided a lovely boat with every amenity we could need. We spent the afternoon fishing, paddle boarding, and seal watching; paddle board and fishing rod provided by Chill Charters. Then in the evening we saw an incredible sunset. Justin is very knowledgeable about the San Diego Bay and was happy to answer any questions. He made sure that we always felt safe, comfortable, and chill. We can't recommend Chill Charters enough and can't wait for our next trip! read more

Justin is FANTASTIC. He knows all the best places to cruise to. I went on a sunset cruise with 3 of my girlfriends and it was by far one of my favorite memories from the trip. We were able to hook up our own music and just enjoy the views. The blankets on the boat came in clutch when it started to cool down after sunset. We got amazing pictures throughout the ride and I'll definitely cherish them forever. I'd highly recommend Chill Charters to anyone, and will definitely take a ride again when I get the chance! read more

Wow! I just spent an amazing 2 hours with Captain Justin of Chill Charters! If you are looking for an amazing time I would absolutely recommend booking a trip with Justin! His boat was great, we toured the San Diego coastline. Great views of the city! Play music, open a bottle of wine and enjoy the waters of San Diego! If you are looking for a unique time and a great Captain, do yourself a favor and book a trip with Captain Justin!!! I am already looking forward to my next trip!!! read more

If you are looking for an awesome, laid back, enjoyable cruise around the bay, chill charters is the perfect choice. Not only was our captain very welcoming and personable , but he had very vast knowledge on all the sites to see in the San Diego bay. Not to mention we were able to do some lobster fishing and caught 7 lobsters. Thanks to captain Justin, dinner was served. I would highly recommend chill charters for a fun night out or even a romantic date night . read more