Business Details
38 Years
experience
Premier Yacht Charters & Sailing Adventures in San Francisco Bay
SF Bay Adventures has been the premier boating and aquatic tour resource on San Francisco Bay since 1988. Our team of US Coast Guard licensed captains operates a diverse fleet including schooners, sailboats, motor yachts, and historic vessels to serve both locals and visitors. We specialize in customized experiences ranging from sunset cruises and corporate team-building to weddings and memorial services on the water.With over 35 years of operational history, we combine deep maritime expertise with personalized service to create unforgettable bay experiences. Our commitment to safety and quality is demonstrated through our experienced crew and meticulously maintained vessels. We pride ourselves on understanding the unique conditions of San Francisco Bay to deliver reliable, professional services for every occasion.
Services
Yacht Charters
Weddings on Yachts
Corporate Team-building
Eco Tours
Public Sailing Tickets
Memorial Services
Marine Film Services
Angel Island Excursions
Sunset Cruises
Whale Watching
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of maritime experience on San Francisco Bay
- Our fleet includes US Coast Guard-certified vessels for all occasions
- We provide customizable packages for weddings, corporate events, and memorials
- Our experienced captains know optimal routes and hidden gems of the bay
- We operate diverse vessels from classic schooners to luxury motor yachts
Services
Yacht Charters
Our yacht charter service offers personalized bay experiences aboard US Coast Guard-certified vessels ranging from intimate sailboats to luxury motor yachts. Clients can choose from 2-149 passenger capacity boats for weddings, corporate events, or private celebrations. Each charter includes professional captains and customizable packages with catering options available.
Weddings on Yachts
We specialize in nautical weddings with full-service planning for ceremonies and receptions on the water. Our fleet accommodates 2-149 guests with options including officiant services, floral arrangements, and catering. Clients receive GPS coordinates of their ceremony location for future remembrance of their special day.
Corporate Team-building
Our corporate team-building programs combine sailing instruction with collaborative challenges on San Francisco Bay. Groups of 2-300 participate in hands-on sailing experiences or competitive regattas to strengthen workplace relationships. We provide safety equipment, experienced instructors, and customized durations from 3-6 hours.
Public Sailing Tickets
We offer scheduled public sailing excursions aboard the Schooner Freda B for individual guests. These ticketed events include eco-tours, sunset cruises, and holiday fireworks viewings with expert narration about bay landmarks. Reservations available for morning, afternoon, and evening sailings.
Memorial Services
Our memorial services provide dignified ash scattering ceremonies on San Francisco Bay since 1988. We offer private charters with experienced captains who know optimal locations near landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge. Services include GPS documentation of scattering sites and customizable elements like floral tributes and personalized playlists.
Questions
What types of vessels are available for charter?
We offer schooners, motor yachts, catamarans, and historic vessels ranging from 2-149 passenger capacity for various occasions.
Can I host a wedding ceremony and reception on your boats?
Yes, we specialize in nautical weddings with full-service planning for ceremonies and receptions on the water.
Do you offer corporate team-building activities?
We provide sailing instruction programs and competitive regattas for corporate groups of 2-300 participants.
Are there public sailing options available?
Yes, we offer scheduled public sails aboard the Schooner Freda B for individual guests to experience the bay.
Can you accommodate special events like memorials?
We provide private memorial charters with experienced captains for ash scatterings and celebration of life ceremonies.
What safety measures are in place?
All vessels are US Coast Guard-certified with licensed captains and safety equipment meeting federal standards.
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Reviews (5)
Lisa K.
Jun 29, 2022
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We booked the Cimba for a special birthday celebration, and had a wonderful time with Reno as the captain. The booking process was straightforward, and on the day everything was orderly and professional and we felt safe on the water and in good hands. Reno was accomodating and nice to work with; we had a lovely stop at Angel Island and a fun tour of the bay. Would recommend SF Bay Adventures!
Tisha P.
May 25, 2022
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We booked the CIMBA for a private memorial and scattering of ashes. Our captain, Reno, was wonderful and made the experience better than expected. We're not from the area, so I was concerned with scheduling blindly with a company but the customer service from the start with SF Bay Adventures to the closing of our trip with Reno was simply incredible!
Caitlin T.
Apr 19, 2022
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We (six adults, one two-year-old) chartered the Cimba for a few hours last weekend and it was truly wonderful! Boat was comfortable and more spacious than we anticipated. It was nice to have some space inside if/when the breezes picked up and it got a bit chilly, but the views from the back of the boat, front of the boat, and up on the roof were awesome. Reno, our captain, was the best we could have hoped for.
Obviously incredibly knowledgeable about not just sailing/boating, but all the views and surrounding area. He really made the trip a memorable one. Thank you so much for a great afternoon out on the water!
Obviously incredibly knowledgeable about not just sailing/boating, but all the views and surrounding area. He really made the trip a memorable one. Thank you so much for a great afternoon out on the water!
Steve K.
Apr 11, 2022
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My wife and I went on a sunset sail on the Freida B. It was absolutely incredible. Captian Bosco was a nautical rock star. He took the time to talk to every passenger while make sure we had a great time. Shannon was a true bad ass (I mean that in the very best way). Her knowledge of the boat and watching her work from end to end of the boat was truly inspiring. The rest of the crew was also extremely cordial and really great. The ship was clean and looked almost brand new. We are looking forward to are next adventure on Eco sail. Keep up the great work and I recommend to anyone to take a trip on the Frieda B
Trey E.
Mar 13, 2022
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Capitan Reno and vessel Cimba hosted a Memorial for our friend. Capitan Reno was informative, guided the boat with excellence and offered the privacy needed for our gathering. Cimba was clean, comfortable and a well designed refurbished yacht. I am inspired to return for an adventure soon.
