Optional Sail under Golden Gate Bridge take pictures. The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the one-mile-wide strait connecting San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
Optional Sail Pass by Sausalito. Sausalito is a city in Marin County, California, across the Golden Gate Strait from San Francisco. It’s known for its Richardson Bay houseboat enclaves, built by artist squatters after WWII. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ Bay Model Visitor Center has a functioning 3D hydraulic model of the Bay Area, plus exhibits about the area's waterways. The Marin Headlands offers Golden Gate Bridge views.
Sail by San Francisco City front and pass by Palace of Fine Arts. The Palace of Fine Arts in the Marina District of San Francisco, California is a monumental structure originally constructed for the 1915 Panama-Pacific Exposition in order to exhibit works of art. Completely rebuilt from 1964 to 1974, it is one of only a few surviving structures from the Exposition.
Optional Sail Pass by Tiburon. Tiburon is an incorporated town in Marin County, California. It is located on the Tiburon Peninsula, which reaches south into the San Francisco Bay. The smaller city of Belvedere occupies the south-west part of the peninsula and is contiguous with Tiburon.
Optional Sail Pass by Angel Island. Angel Island is an island in San Francisco Bay. Originally the home of a military installation, the island now offers picturesque views of the San Francisco skyline, the Marin County Headlands and Mount Tamalpais. The entire island is included within Angel Island State Park, administered by California State Parks.
Beautiful day. John was very nice and knowledgeable. We were disappointed that John would not put up the jib so we could go faster. There was experienced sailors on the boat and both asked for him to put up the jib but he said it was inconvenient.
Captain John is highly experienced and professional, while remaining friendly and laid-back. Hosting our family group of five adults, John single-handed his well-kept sailboat just outside the Golden Gate bridge. His detailed knowledge of the Bay's history and landmarks added extra value to our experience. We would definitely book again!
I wanted to impress my partner with a beautiful boat ride in SF Bay. John was fantastic. I'm grateful to him for his demeanor, wisdom and knowledge while sailing his own lovely yacht.
Amazing views. Captain John was excellent! Personable, informative, great to talk with. Has been in the Bay Area for 50 years so he has a wealth of knowledge. The views were spectacular. What a GREAT way to see this beautiful city. The private tour allowed a more intimate and personal journey. Much better than being crowded on a boat. Worth every single penny!!
Captain Yelda was awesome. Beautiful boat along with the amazing experience. We will definitely do this again. Highly recommend!
Perfect day of sailing! Gorgeous weather and excellent boat. Simple process to get to yacht club and board boat. Would absolutely do it again when back in San Francisco.
John was an absolutely delightful guide with knowledge like no other. He gave us so much information while sailing and many wonderful options while site-seeing, as well. He is very charismatic about his passion, and it shows in his ability to make all around him feel safe and comfortable. Thank You, John!
This private sailing tour is totally worth it! The boat is the perfect size for 5-6 people. There are cup holders all around the railing which made it super easy to sit around and drink (even when the waters got choppy). We had the luxury of doing this on a perfect summer day so except for 10 mins at the start, it wasn't cold. Infact it was quite pleasant and the water was quite calm as we got closer to Sausalito. I would have given it 5 stars except : 1) Our captain was curt and uncooperative. 2) There was only radio and no option to play our own music 3) We were denied access to the cabin below and rest room which seemed a bit unnecessary 4) We would have liked a bit more if the captain gave us some tips on how to move around the boat since none of us had any experience. When my friend asked he responded with "use your head".
Excellent day with Captain John. The boat was beautiful and he was very capable and experienced. Highly recommended.
Great experience! Captain John was friendly and knowledgeable. Very skilled captain and the boat was great! We really enjoyed the experience.
Amazing trip along the bay and sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge. Captain John is a great host and went the extra mile to make sure we enjoyed.
It was a relaxing and lovely adventure. Captain John rounds out the experience. Professional through and through.
Captain John was wonderful and with the weather open to being flexible! Our family enjoyed every second and the views were spectacular
Great sailing experience. Captain John was very nice. Booking and communication was good. We did the sunset sail and it was just beautiful.
Loved every minute of our 2 hour private sail on San Francisco Bay with Captain John on his beautiful boat. What an experience! Well worth what we paid for a private sail. The weather was glorious and Captain John was proficient, professional and a wealth of knowledge re the San Francisco area. We sailed over to Sausalito and back. Highly recommend this tour. Thank you Captain John for making possible a beautiful family experience we will cherish always.
Captain John was friendly and knowledgeable. Spent a relaxing couple hours heading under ye bridge and elsewhere watching sea life and passer-byes. Captain provided us coats midway, which we were thankful for, plan for cold breeze under bridge, and warm around the bay. Had to bring our own snacks and drinks, so all you’re paying for a relaxing sail for a couple hours.
Captain John was great! Knowledgeable, fun and kind to us during our charter. The sail was amazing! Make sure to dress in layers!
This was a true sailing experience on the windy SF Bay. Captain John was such a professional that the high winds and choppy bay were not a bit scary. It was just glorious and I can’t recommend this sail enough. The added fun of leaving from the beautiful and historical Golden Gate Yacht club added an extra nice touch! There really is nothing like seeing the Golden Gate Bridge snd beautiful Marin Country from the water to appreciate the beautiful SF Bay. Highly recommended!
My wife and I had a fantastic two hour sail with Captain John! We sailed under the Golden Gate Bridge and it was such a beautiful trip. We had great weather and a nice wind for sailing. Captain John was formally in the Coast Guard and he is a great sailor and captain! The boat sails great and we really enjoyed the afternoon! We would highly recommend taking a sail with San Francisco Sailing Company.
Amazing ride! A lot of birds and dolphins. Definitely recommend! Cool for small friend and family gathering!
A perfect day with an experienced captain on a beautiful sail boat. It was just my wife and myself celebrating our anniversary. Could not have been better. Scenery outstanding while the captain maneuvered the boat perfectly. My wife said I made the right choice.. and I did.
Captain John sailed us to Sausalito and provided a nice history/tour of the bay. Great day on the water.
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