
Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay
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September 2026
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Is Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay worth booking?
Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay is a 3-hour experience in Santa Monica, United States, from $1980 per person. It scores 39 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 39 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $1980 per person
Island Boat MDR is a 59ft Motor Yacht with a HUGE Party Deck, Dance Floor, and Karaoke in Marina Del Rey. We are Fully Enclosed and Heated. Our Captain and Crew will take you on a Harbor Cruise of Marina Del Rey or Pacif
What you get
About this experience
Island Boat MDR is a 59ft Motor Yacht with a HUGE Party Deck, Dance Floor, and Karaoke in Marina Del Rey. We are Fully Enclosed and Heated. Our Captain and Crew will take you on a Harbor Cruise of Marina Del Rey or Pacific Coastal Cruise in Santa Monica Bay to see Venice Beach, Santa Monica Pier and the hills or Malibu in the background. We often see sealions and sometimes even Dolphins and Whales.
What's included
Included
- (2) TVs with LIVE Sports
- Dance Floor
- Bottled water
- On-board WiFi
- All Fees and Taxes
- Full Kitchen
- Karaoke
- On-board restrooms
- Tea and coffee
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Santa Monica
Pick up and Drop Off is at the Dock 55 gate in the Public Parking Lot to the right of El Torito.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Pick up and Drop Off is at the Dock 55 gate in the Public Parking Lot to the right of El Torito.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Island Boat MDR
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Dolphins, karaoke, and just an incredible experience
Rented the Island Cruiser out of MDR for a bday party and everything was fabulous. We booked a 6-9pm cruise in July, so we went out in the ocean for an hourish and saw so many dolphins 🐬🐬, then cruised around the marina to catch sunset and let loose. Ryan and January were great communicators, and very responsive. Hearing back from the quickly made it easy for me to trust them. The boat itself was huge (obviously, 59’!) with a chill spot up front, some seating up top and plenty of room to dance and sing karaoke, and an inside area downstairs that made it easy to setup a taco buffet. The captain and deck hand were so kind and funny - shout out to Justin and Sandy for making our night so smooth. Apologies for our terrible taste in music. If you’re looking for a boat to pick, stop looking, book this one!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 39
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Santa Monica.
How much does Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay cost?
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Prices start at $1980 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Santa Monica usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay take?
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Plan for about 3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Santa Monica is not rushed.
Is Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 39 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Santa Monica, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Santa Monica can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Santa Monica and add a light layer if any part of the 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Half-Day Private 59ft Island Boat Tour of Santa Monica Bay start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Santa Monica within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Santa Monica?
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Santa Monica is where most LA coast tours start: beach bike and e-bike rides to Venice, surf lessons, food walks on Third Street and open-top runs up Pacific Coast Highway. On Outty we rank every Santa Monica experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Best of Los Angeles Guided City Tour with 4 Stops and Free Time, Half Day Best of Los Angeles City Tour from Santa Monica, Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Celebrity Homes Tour by Open Air Bus. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Santa Monica?
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March to May and September to November, dodging the June marine layer. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Santa Monica?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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