Great electric boat experience, very friendly service! Views and being on the water are spectacularread more

We had an amazing time. Our girls rented paddleboards at the spur of the moment and my hubby and I…read moredecided to rent an electric boat to follow them into the harbor. It was so much fun. Pressley (i think that's her name) was so friendly and helpful in the rental process. We are definitely renting here again.

We had to get married in a pinch and wanted something very private and romantic. We found Capt Dave…read moreand it was a great experience. He and Patti did everything they could to make our day special. The boat was clean, they were professional, and did extra special things to make our day important. Capt Dave wrote a wedding script that was customized to us and let us decide on how to do things. He was not demanding at all. Patti was sweetest and did everything she could to make it important. They took hundreds of photos with our camera, got us a wedding cupcake, and gave us a blanket for the cool breeze. Cpt Dave really put his heart into making this a memorable experience. We would recommend this four a couple trying to make thing private, personal, and unique. Not to mention for a amazing bonus..... we saw whales, dolphins, and seals in the ocean. Cpt Dave followed gray whales for a while to watch them before our ceremony. Thank you again!

Had a incredibly fun day sailing with Steve on Sunset Sails up and down San Diego coast. We saw…read moreDolphins, jelly fish, and Pelicans Steve our Captain has been sailing his whole life and takes meticulous care of his sail boat. There was 6 of us and we had plenty of room a few of us had fun helping and leaning how to sail. We were blessed with a perfect day of weather

It was an overcast day so there were not a lot of people which made the entire transaction smooth…read moreand seamless. The ladies working where we bought our tickets were not outwardly friendly and did not seem to like me asking questions (I had never been there, never rented a kayak, didn't know where to go, etc.) The young gentleman who helped us get our oars and into ou kayak was nice and patient. We did have a broken oar which made for paddling much more complex but my son did a great job with the extra muscle it took to stay on course. The lagoon itself was pretty, houses along the water, a lot of scenery (including sadly, a deceased sea lion) There was a lot of area to travel for a kayak. Good experience overall.

Love the experience we have here always. If you want a killer workout for your legs, def rent the…read morebike. The kayak was somuch fun as well. Easy to move around once you get use to it.

I really enjoy this little harbor. There's so much going on. There are a bunch of restaurants, you…read morecan rent boats, kayaks and paddle boards and they host different events. It's a beautiful walk and you can walk as long or short distance as you desire. One direction leads to the beach the other leads to the Oceanside yacht club. People bring picnics or go to the nearby happy hours. Sunsets here are always lovely too!

The Oceanside Harbor is another place to check out if you are near the pier and in the area. There…read moreis a lot of paid parking if you want to park steps away, but if you are willing to walk 750 feet or so, there is also free parking. The harbor has a mix of shopping, dining, whale watching, and other assorted businesses to check out. There are restaurants, coffee shops, boat rentals, jet ski and kayak rentals, places to store your boat, souvenir shopping, etc. There is a lighthouse, and there are sidewalks so you can walk from one end all the way to the other end out by the ocean. And down by some of the boats are plenty of seals / sea lions to check out. They like to hang out on the dock sunbathing, fighting, frolicking, and general shenanigans. During the holidays they have boat parades, and it is fun to watch them cruise by all lit up. Pictures and videos attached.

This was an incredible experience that I found on Groupon. Now I have discovered that paddle…read moreboarding is not for my 14 year old but is ABSOLUTELY for me! Austin helped us so much, I believe that was his name. It was this morning (Monday August 10th) and he was so informative and guided us into the experience. The water was perfectly calm and I found a new passion! It is like you are completely free with the wind in your face standing on the board.

Lake San Marcos, Marina is just a fantastic place to spend the day even if you are not at the…read moreresort. Just enjoying the restaurants, a coffee, a gelato or a gondola tour or some kayaking. It's just a great lake and a great marina. It is so quiet. It is so sunny. Think abour being in perfect day like if it was 1963 when the hotel there was founded. I have a friend in San Marcos and that is always our meeting point because we enjoy the quiet we enjoy people watching and especially the view. There are so many photo opportunities here that makes you feel the looks deluxe even if you are a local. d During Christmas is also a good time to visit because everything gets so wonderland and with lots of igloos and lots of activities too. Just a fantastic spot.

My husband and I had a lovely sunset sail on Song of David yesterday. Captain Gene was very…read morecommunicative before the sail, making sure we had no issue with finding the ship and parking. Captain Gene did a great job getting us out to sea and sailing! We were spoiled with fresh fruit and drinks. We Brought our own champagne and he served it to us in their champagne flutes. He played all of my husband's favorite yacht rock songs. This was an incredibly relaxing and enjoyable time. We were smiling all the way back to our vacation property. We highly recommend you take a trip on this beautiful vessel with Captain Gene and his first mate, Virginia.

Had a fantastic time celebrating my birthday on the Song of David! Captain Eric was great! The boat…read moreis beautiful, well-maintained, and spotless. I highly recommend contacting them for your next sailing adventure!

If you're even thinking about booking a hot tub boat, stop thinking and just DO IT--especially with…read morethis company! From start to finish, the experience was nothing short of incredible. The boat was clean, comfortable, and perfectly warm even with the breeze on the water. It's not every day you get to combine luxury, adventure, and pure relaxation all in one, but, what truly made the day unforgettable was the amazing service. Huge shout-out to Kyle - he was fantastic! Super friendly, incredibly knowledgeable, and went above and beyond to make sure we were having a memorable experience for my friends bachelorette party. Do not be discouraged by the other ratings on this site, I highly, highly recommend and think this is the perfect addition to any plan in San Diego. It will create a lifetime memory. Plus you get to see Sea Lions on your way out!

We booked Hot Tub Cruisin as a Bachelorette activity this past weekend and had a great time! There…read morewere 12 of us on the boat, and it didn't feel overcrowded--everyone had a spot to relax and enjoy. When we first arrived, most of us needed to use the restroom (since there isn't one on the boat), and the girl working at check-in seemed a bit annoyed by that. However, once we got on the boat, she was totally fine and helpful. A few things to note: someone in your group does have to drive the boat, so plan ahead for that. You can bring your own 21+ drinks as long as they're not in glass containers, and you'll need to bring your own ice. Once you're out on the water, it's pretty lively with lots of other boats and people. We played our own music and just hung out--it was a really fun, chill experience. The two hours definitely go by fast, so keep an eye on the time. They're strict about going over, even by a minute, so we set a timer and started heading back 30 minutes before our end time. Overall, a fun and unique experience we'd recommend!

A Truly Unforgettable Experience -- Thank You, Drew!…read more I cannot say enough amazing things about Drew from Black Swan Gondola. From the moment I sent my very first email inquiry, he delivered a phenomenal experience that exceeded every expectation. Planning a surprise proposal is nerve‑wracking, but Drew made the entire journey feel effortless. His communication -- through emails, calls, and thoughtful check‑ins -- reassured me every step of the way. His professionalism is top tier, but what truly sets him apart is his genuine desire to craft the most meaningful and memorable moment possible. On September 3rd, 2026, he helped pull off the perfect surprise proposal, and it was everything I hoped for and more. The edited video and photos he captured elevated the entire experience to another level. They were beautifully done and allowed us to relive the magic of that day over and over again. If you're considering a gondola experience -- especially for a proposal -- trust me, choose Black Swan Gondola and choose Drew. He is exceptional at what he does, and we are forever grateful for the role he played in one of the most important moments of our lives.

Drew was such an amazing guide! He let us take our wedding photos on one of these beautiful…read moregondolas and his energy made us so happy. Lake San Marcos is stunning and we had the best experience from the view of our gondola! Will definitely be back and absolutely recommend

I came here on a Sunday afternoon as I was already in this area and when I saw the signs for this…read moreplace, I remembered I wanted to check out this lake reservoir. Looks there will be an upcoming Lake Hodges Trail Run Festival and I am considering joining. I am mostly a road runner and recently have done a few runs on the beach with my run club but I have done trail running in the past in AZ and always up to doing a new route and if trail running is involved, sweet! Trail running for me is a lot harder than road running because you really have to pay attention to the trail. Its so much harder to trail run vs road run for me. I enjoyed take a stroll by this lake and seems people come here to fish. The park is open on Wed, Sat and Sun. It was very peaceful when I came and not too many folks here. I later found part of the crest to coast trail and did about a 3 mile stroll, checking it out so I can plan for a trail run next. I loved exploring this lake reservoir! It was a small piece of serenity for me and I'll be back again!

Went on a morning hike with friends. There's a small parking lot, and the trail we took along the…read morelake was flat and easy. The scenery was nice, and we came across both hikers and bikers along the way.

Went out Sunday 9/20 on a full day trip with Captain Patrick and deckhand Julian, and it was one to…read moreremember. Bait out of Oceanside hasn't been ideal lately, but you'd never know it from our haul. Patrick worked his ass off hunting down kelp paddies and eventually put us right on a wide open yellowfin bite. We ended up with 30 yellowfin, 1 dorado and 2 skipjack on the boat! Julian was awesome all day, and the fresh poke he made for us on the ride was a total highlight. To cap it off, we went marlin hunting and had one chase our lures for a few minutes and actually hit, but it just wouldn't fully cooperate. Still an unreal thing to watch! Patrick and Julian are hard-working, knowledgeable, and fun to fish with. They went above and beyond to fill our freezers even with less than ideal live bait. The photos say it all: the full haul, plus the poke I made tonight from our catch. Can't wait to book again!

Went on a charter with Captain Patrick and his deckhand, Julian to experience local fishing off…read moreOceanside and a bit farther south. We initially got into some smaller Bonito while trolling and hit some keeper Calico bass. While fishing for yellow fin I happened to hook something that seemed very large and strong but did not display the normal fight of a tuna. Captain Patrick commented that it may be a White Sea bass. After a nice fight and some helpful guidance from the captain, I was able to land the beast. It was huge and it was too large for the boat's scale. Thus, the captain decided to have it weighed at the weigh station. With a little ingenuity, my buddies son, Robert was able to get the scale working and lo and behold the White Sea bass was a whopping 66.5 pounds. Talk about a fish of a lifetime!!! A great day was had with Captain Patrick and Julian. They put us on the fish and worked hard to ensure it was a successful and fun experience. I would fish with those two any day of the week!! Thanks for an awesome trip!!