Jingle Belle Family Cruise with Santa on Mission Bay
Date: December 20 - 24, 2026 | Departure: 2:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. from Bahia Resort Hotel | Boarding: 15 minutes before departure time | Duration: 90 Minutes | Price: $50 per person (plus applicable taxes and fees)
Join Santa aboard the Jingle Belle Family Cruise, a beloved San Diego holiday tradition on Mission Bay, presented in partnership with SeaWorld San Diego!
Celebrate the season with cheerful Christmas carolers and a cash bar offering seasonal sips and festive treats, including special Orca cookies with a chance to discover a golden ticket for four SeaWorld San Diego tickets. Little ones can enjoy interactive holiday activities and take home a festive activity book, while the whole family captures the magic with a special photo alongside Santa. It's a merry experience filled with holiday cheer and lasting memories.
As an extra touch of holiday magic, the December 21 and 22 cruises feature a special SeaWorld San Diego penguin meet-and-greet before boarding.
For every ticket sold, $5 will benefit Mama's Kitchen, a San Diego nonprofit providing medically tailored meals to people facing critical illness.
What's Included on the Jingle Belle Cruise
Special Penguin Meet-and-Greet
- December 21 and 22
- 30 minutes before boarding
- Special photo opportunity with SeaWorld San Diego penguins
Jingle Belle Cruise
- Live Christmas Carolers
- Festive crafts and a take-home activity book for kids
- Cash bar with seasonal sips and treats
- Holiday orca cookies for sale with a chance to win 4 tickets to SeaWorld San Diego (all proceeds go to Mama's Kitchen)
- Photo with Santa, with keepsake photos available for $15
*Reservations required and all guests must have ticket, regardless of age. Outside food or beverage not permitted. Cruise subject to inclement weather. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Must be 21+ with valid photo ID to consume alcohol. Hotel reserves the right to refuse service based on applicable laws.
Share the Joy of Giving
The Jingle Belle Family Cruise and SeaWorld San Diego proudly support Mama's Kitchen, providing nutritious meals to San Diegans facing critical illnesses.
Three Ways to Give Back:
- Cruise with Purpose: $5 from every ticket benefits Mama’s Kitchen.
- Cookies for a Cause: Purchase SeaWorld holiday cookies, and 100% of proceeds benefiting Mama’s Kitchen. Select packages include a golden ticket for four SeaWorld San Diego tickets.
- Spread More Cheer: On-site donations to Mama’s Kitchen welcomed.
Together, let's make the season a little brighter!
Jingle Belle Cruise FAQs
The Jingle Belle Cruise sails rain or shine! However, if weather or conditions on the bay make it unsafe to operate, the cruise may be canceled. In that event, we’ll notify you by email at least 2 hours before departure and offer either a full refund or the option to reschedule for another sailing.
Otherwise, please plan to join us for a festive cruise on the bay, rain or shine!
The keepsake photo with Santa is an additional $15.
The cruise departs from the dock at Bahia Resort Hotel. Complimentary parking is available nearby at Ventura Cove for your convenience. Parking at the Bahia Resort Hotel is reserved for overnight hotel guests.
Hosting family or friends in San Diego? Our spacious family suites offer comfortable accommodations for visiting relatives. Explore our family suite options and current hotel offers to find the perfect stay for your guests.
The penguin meet-and-greets take place at the Fountain Patio 30 minutes before boarding the December 21 and 22 cruises, featuring special guests from SeaWorld San Diego.
Yes, the cruise is fully wheelchair accessible, with ramps for easy boarding and an onboard elevator providing access to each level of the boat.
The Bahia Jingle Belle Cruise is presented in partnership with SeaWorld San Diego, bringing extra holiday magic to Mission Bay while supporting a meaningful local cause. For every ticket sold, $5 will benefit Mama’s Kitchen, a San Diego nonprofit that provides medically tailored meals to people facing critical illness. SeaWorld San Diego is also providing special Orca cookies available for purchase during the cruise, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting Mama’s Kitchen. Each cookie also offers guests a chance to discover a golden ticket for four SeaWorld San Diego tickets. Together, we’re celebrating the season of giving and making a positive impact in our community.
Make your holiday outing even more memorable with a delicious meal at one of our two on-property restaurants. Enjoy waterfront dining and coastal favorites at Dockside 1953, or gather the family for pizza and Italian favorites at Bianchi Pizza & Pasta. Both offer convenient dining options to round out your Mission Bay holiday experience.
