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Outdoor Recreation - On The Water

Gondolas D' Amore

Enjoy a unique cruise through the Marina on a 32 ft. Italian gondola, complete with pillows, music, lamps, gondolier, appetizers and drinks. For a very special occasion–or even a proposal–it just doesn’t get much more romantic than this! Reservations required.

Hornblower Cruises & Events

Dining & Cocktail Cruises

Enjoy breathtaking views, delicious meals, cocktails and live music on harbor cruises including Weekend Dinner Dances, Sunday Champagne Brunch, Sunset Sails, Blues Cruises or your own special event for up to 250 people.

Marina del Rey Parasailing

Enjoy an exhilarating parasailing flight from Fisherman's Village. Choose from a 500 ft. or 800 ft. experience. Flights can accommodate two-three persons at a time. See fabulous views of Venice Beach and Marina del Rey from the air. Reservations required.

Marina del Rey Sportfishing

Take the bait and head off for some of the Marina’s fantastic sportfishing. On a morning, afternoon or twilight excursion out at sea, catch halibut, yellowtail, sea bass and more. Knowledgeable guides are on hand for the less experienced.

Marina Paddle

Have fun winding through the marina harbor with this popular fitness activity! See the city from the water, glide past sleek yachts and spot a sea lion or two along the way. Boards can be rented by the hour. Private and group lessons are also available.

Paradise Bound Charters

Harbor & Coastal Cruises

Capt. Alex of Paradise Bound Yacht Charters offers harbor, coastal, sunset cruises, day sailings, marriage proposals, fishing trips and more for any occasion and any group size. Docked at The Ritz-Carlton, Marina del Rey.

PHINS Water Sports Club

Create your own personal rowing experience in the marina; the club lets everyone from beginners to experts go slide seat rowing (single or double position) in a sculling boat, stand up paddle boarding (SUP) and kayaking.

Summer Weekend WaterBus

Operating summer weekends, holidays, and concert nights, the WaterBus shuttles between seven points, including Burton Chace Park, Fisherman’s Village, Marina Beach and Burke Promenade. Schedules and routes available at local hotels.

UCLA Marina Aquatic Center

Excursions and Lessons

Explore the Marina’s basins with a variety of kayaking options – from special sunset/full-moon paddles, birding by kayaking, and marina kayak tours offered on weekends throughout the year. No experience is necessary.

Watercraft Rentals at Fisherman's Village

Spend a few hours, half-day or full-day having a most unique water experience. Rent and take out your own sailboat, powerboat, electric boat, kayak, jet ski or stand up paddleboard from Fisherman’s Village. Stay in the marina's calm waters or head out onto the pacific. Call for watercraft availability, fees and conditions.