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San Diego: SEAL City Tour by Amphibious Bus

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543 reviews
Activity provider:
Historic Tours of America** - San Diego
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San Diego: SEAL City Tour by Amphibious Bus
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
543 reviews

Splash into San Diego’s most unique sightseeing adventure. Both tour bus and boat, the San Diego SEAL journeys through San Diego by land and sea.

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Duration 100 minutes
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Live tour guide
English

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Charlie – United Kingdom

Great tour of the San Diego bay area, with very knowledgeable guides. Interesting to see the military influences in the area, but wildlife was the highlight. Really good to see them stop to pick up litter they spotted floating in the sea rather than just passing by.

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Annette – United Kingdom

Our trip on the SEAL bus was really good fun and entertaining all the way! The commentary was hilarious yet managed to contain all the facts and information about the tour route that you could possibly need. The vehicle itself was comfortable and you could see everything from any of the seats. The recommendation to bring a second layer of clothes was spot on. On sea we were totally engrossed in the wildlife and harbour activities - would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wishes to combine a sea and land experience.

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Highlights

  • Experience San Diego by sea and land in an amphibious vehicle
  • Journey to San Diego Bay's Shelter Island and see seals and other wildlife
  • Pass by the USS Midway aircraft carrier and the Star of India tall ship
  • Learn about San Diego landmarks from your knowledgeable local guide
  • Experience the excitement of driving the vehicle into the water and floating

Full description

Splash into San Diego Bay with an insightful tour across land and water on this unique sightseeing adventure. Take a seat aboard a hybrid bus and boat and take in many of the most interesting sights in the city on this 100 minute tour.

Wind through picturesque San Diego streets before splashing into the water for a cruise of San Diego Bay. Learn about San Diego's main landmarks from your guide.

Pass the Embarcadero and San Diego International Airport. Hear about the importance of the military in San Diego and other local icons as you travel along the scenic coast. See the Aircraft Carrier USS Midway, the old schooner "Star of India" and the old Police Headquarters

Once you splash into the Big Bay, glide by Navy ships, tugboats, and fishing vessels throughout the harbor. Pass by Shelter Island and listen to stories of early sailors. Take in the wildlife - most notably the seals which hang out in the harbor.

Includes

  • Seal tour
  • Guide
  • Transportation in amphibious vehicle
  • Tips

Meeting point

Meeting point may vary depending on the option booked.

Important information

What to bring

  • Jacket

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Departure times vary according to the season and a reservation is required
  • Departures from Embarcadero are not wheelchair accessible

From $53 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5
4.7 out of 5 stars

based on 543 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Charlie – United KingdomJuly 11, 2025 – Verified booking
Great tour of the San Diego bay area, with very knowledgeable guides. Interesting to see the military influences in the area, but wildlife was the highlight. Really good to see them stop to pick up litter they spotted floating in the sea rather than just passing by.
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Annette – United KingdomJuly 5, 2025 – Verified booking
Our trip on the SEAL bus was really good fun and entertaining all the way! The commentary was hilarious yet managed to contain all the facts and information about the tour route that you could possibly need. The vehicle itself was comfortable and you could see everything from any of the seats. The recommendation to bring a second layer of clothes was spot on. On sea we were totally engrossed in the wildlife and harbour activities - would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wishes to combine a sea and land experience.
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Paul – United KingdomJuly 3, 2025 – Verified booking
Our guide Dianna was very cheerful and informative and made a very good experience exceptional. Lots of wildlife and points of interest on the way. The transportation is surprisingly comfortable. Highly recommended

Product ID: 14286

Activity provider:
Historic Tours of America** - San Diego

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