San Francisco Bay Sailing Cruise: Panoramic Views
4.9
508 Ratings
San Francisco
Embark on a thrilling 1.5-hour catamaran cruise over San Francisco Bay and soak in the breathtaking panoramic views of the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Sausalito. Capture stunning photos and experience the beauty of San Francisco from a unique vantage point.
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Pier 39 - Departing from Pier 39, sail with us and experience the beauty of San Francisco right from the water (bring your camera, these views are too good to miss!). Our spacious catamarans take guests on a stable, safe ride combining the exhilaration of fresh air and waves on our deck with the protection and outstanding views from our covered cabin.
What's Included
  • 1.5-hour scenic cruise
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Food and drinks (available to be purchased on board)
Additional Information

Immerse yourself in the splendor of San Francisco on a 1.5-hour catamaran journey across the San Francisco Bay. Escape from the city’s hustle and capture amazing pictures from a water’s-eye view. Navigate past the city’s skyline, the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and Sausalito. View unprecedented panoramas from indoors or elevate your experience by sitting on the trampoline nets.

  • We can accept manual wheelchairs only, as there are 3-4 stairs to board the boat. Also, restrooms are not ADA accessible
  • You can purchase snacks or beer, wine, and soft drinks at the on-board bar with cash or a credit card
  • Please bring a jacket and wear soft-soled shoes
  • Handheld audio guides are available in English, Mandarin, French, German, Italian, Korean, Portuguese and Spanish.
  • No outside beverages may be brought on board
Location
Adventure Cat Sailing Charters
Pier 39
Departure Point: Pier 39, Gate J, San Francisco 94133 Directions: Stand on the sidewalk facing the water. Enter main P39 entrance, then out left between shops to the water (towards GG Bridge). Gate J is located right next to the sea lion viewing area (ask someone where are sea lions are if lost).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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(508 Ratings)
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Kazfellows
Apr 5, 2024
Memorable boat trip - Fantastic boat tour from start to finish. Epic view of Alcatraz and the Golden Gate even saw dolphins. Much better experience than a ferry in my opinion. There was plenty of coats to put on if you were cold and drinks and snacks to purchase. Even had a photo in the drivers seat. A must if you are in San Francisco!
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Dorothee_b
Apr 2, 2024
Amazing cruise on a beautiful catamaran - I highly recommend this cruise. It was a small group of people which made the experience much more special than being on one of the big ships. The crew was exceptionally friendly and even offered to take photos in various places of the catamaran. The weather was beautiful and we even saw two porpoises. Next time I‘m back in SF I‘ll book the same cruise again.
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David_g
Apr 1, 2024
Was a great bay cruise... - Was a great bay cruise with awesome views The staff was amazing. Love that it was a catamaran Thank you!!
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Ardeno125
Mar 7, 2024
Great adventure: Great Crew - Not a textbook perfect day: maybe just a little bit better. With only a dozen-or-so people on board, and a warm, welcoming crew, it was a beautiful day to be outdoors, on the water, away from crowds and concrete, enjoying every single minute.
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Aurabyblcs
Mar 5, 2024
Great sense of adventure! - Spent the whole cruise outside at the front, lapping up a very real sense of adventure. Great experience; great crew. Wish I had time to go again!
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Abstract12018
Nov 19, 2023
Adventure Cat Saves the Day - When our offshore trip had to cancel for inclement weather we scrambled to find a last-minute bay cruise to recover our long awaited day trip. Sailing, cat references, availability, good humor and good company all coalesced in this tour on a rainy day in the best ways. The crews’ kindness observed to all travellers was only surpassed by watching the delighted faces of other passengers enjoying porpoises, hoisting and reefing sails, and reveling in the brightest rainbow arching through the storm clouds overhead. Adventure Cat transformed a potentially catastrophic marine biology student’s cancelled birthday gift adventure into an amazing first experience on a Catamaran in the bay. Also, she got to sit in the captain seat, pick the crew’s brain about gear, test her sea-legs, and learned about a shark diving tour all in a 1.5 hour glorious inaugural sailing trip. I can’t thank you guys enough Katrina, Paul, and Chad! While an all you can eat suspiciously underpriced seafood buffet might have been an option this was a WAY BETTER idea! 😻
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Gurubanik2023
Nov 15, 2023
great adventure - Sailing on Adventure Cat was wonderful, the crew was nice and shared their fun, views were fantastic, Bay was beautiful, and we saw many harbor porpoises.
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Manoj_g
Nov 12, 2023
Lovely experience - Had a wonderful ride, the captain and the team were just amazing, excellent views of Golden Gate and Alcatraz
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Casandra_m
Nov 10, 2023
Great views - Great views, great crew great amenities, would highly recommend for anyone is from the bar or any out of towners.
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Vacation57043169220
Nov 7, 2023
Relaxing and enjoyable sail around the Bay - Very enjoyable cruise around the Bay. Light wind, so not the most thrilling sail - but it was so relaxing and enjoyable. The views of Golden Gate Bridge and downtown San Francisco are amazing. Friendly and very capable captain and crew. We all enjoyed our time very much. Highly recommended.
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