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Meet the Charter Fleet: A Wealth of Bay Sailing Options

It's time for us to make our annual pitch to you to think outside the box when it comes to on-the-water recreation. Even if you own your own boat or know boat owners who often invite you out for a ride, there are times when you might use the services of the Greater Bay Area's expansive fleet of (sail-it-yourself) bareboats and/or fully crewed charter yachts — nearly all of which are listed here.

As you peruse these pages, you'll learn that the Bay Area charter fleet encompasses boats of all sizes and descriptions. Some boast exhilarating speed and high performance, while others offer roomy accommodations and a ride so comfortable that even your timid great granny will feel safe and secure while blasting across the Bay. We encourage you to bookmark this page for future needs.

Crewed Charter Vessels

The vessels listed in this section are accessible to folks of all ages with no sailing skills required whatsoever, as their charter prices include the services of professional crew.

Even if you are a long-time sailor with your own fleet of sailing craft, there are special occasions when chartering one of the vessels listed here might be the perfect solution to a particular challenge, such as entertaining a large group of out-of-town family members, creating a unique office party, or a special 'benchmark' birthday celebration. By enlisting the pampering services of a professional crew, you'll maximize the time you have for socializing and playing tour guide, while minimizing potential headaches. And by hosting your guests on a classy, meticulously maintained crewed yacht, your guests will probably be a whole lot more comfortable than on your tired old daysailer, and you're likely to make a better overall impression.

Guests who care to pitch in with the sailing chores are usually welcome to lend a hand, while the rest of the group soaks in the salt air and takes in the sights.

The Bay Area's fleet of fully crewed charter vessels breaks down into two principal categories: 'Six Pack' boats, which are licensed to charter with up to six passengers for hire, and 'Multi-Passenger Vessels' (technically called Inspected Vessels). In some cases these can legally carry up to 49 passengers or more.

We've attempted to be as comprehensive and up-to-date as possible in these listings. We regret any errors or omissions.

'Multi-Passenger' Vessels (7+)
(In alphabetical order.)

Adventure Cat: A familiar sight on the Bay, this 55-ft catamaran was custom-built specifically for chartering here. Definitely one of the fastest local charter boats, she's been clocked at 20 knots with a full complement of passengers aboard. Guests can choose to ride on the open-air trampoline, forward, or within the sheltered salon.
• Carries up to 48 passengers.
• Berthed at Pier 39, Dock J, in San Francisco.
• Available for scheduled sails daily (individually ticketed), private group charters, and special events, including weddings, whale watching and corporate programs.
• (415) 777-1630 or (800) 498-4228; www.adventurecat.com

Adventure Cat 2: Designed by cat connoisseur Kurt Hughes, Adventure Cat 2 was launched several years ago. Like her older sister (above), she is fast and fun, yet is much larger and, consequently, can carry twice as many passengers. For really big groups, consider chartering both boats and sail together in tandem.
• Carries up to 99 passengers.
• Berthed at Pier 39, Dock J, in San Francisco.
• Available for private group charters and special events, including weddings, whale watching and corporate programs.
• (415) 777-1630 or (800) 498-4228; www.adventurecat.com

Argosy Venture: One of the largest and more unique yachts in Northern California, this 101-ft Nevins motorsailer does occasional charters on the Bay as well as annual expeditions beyond the Golden Gate. Built as a private luxury yacht in 1947, her gleaming brightwork and period styling make her an eye-catching sight when she roars across the Bay at 12 knots.
• Carries up to 12 passengers.
• Berthed at Brisbane Marina.
• Available for special custom charters locally (including corporate), family charters and expeditions, as well as film and dive charters.
• (650) 952-4168; www.argosyventure.com

Bay Lady: At 90 feet in length, Bay Lady is the largest Coast Guard 'certified' traditional sailing vessel on the West Coast. Licensed to carry up to 80 passengers, she holds the second-largest capacity of any sailing charter vessel in the region. Bay Lady was built of steel in New England specifically for the charter trade. Her design combines modern strength and safety features with an old-time sail plan — she carries great clouds of sail on her traditional gaff rig. Guests are always invited to participate in sailing this great schooner.
• Certified for 80 passengers (most comfortable with about 70).
• Berthed at South Beach Harbor, San Francisco.
• Some scheduled sailings (individually ticketed), private group charters, offshore charters (such as to Monterey) and special events including corporate and baseball parties to McCovey Cove.
• (415) 543-7333; www.rendezvous-charters.com

Bay Wolf: This pedigreed Santa Cruz 50 ocean racer is a veteran of many Hawaii and Mexico races. With her new mast, rigging and other upgrades, she promises fast, exhilarating Bay sailing.
• Certified to carry up to 30 passengers, but focuses on groups up to 18.
• Pickups in San Francisco and Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters, corporate charters and special events. Passenger participation is welcomed.
• (650) 492-0681; www.sfbaysail.com

Cat Ballou: Originally a Caribbean charter yacht, this sweet-sailing Catana 42 catamaran joined the Bay Area charter fleet after owner Chuck Longanecker upgraded her substantially during an extensive refit. Chuck is a management consultant by trade, and specializes in teambuilding and private charters.
• Carries up to 12 passengers.
• Berthed at Schoonmaker Marina, Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters, special events and corporate charters, including teambuilding.
• (888) 566-8894; www.sanfranciscosailing.com

Chardonnay II: This sleek Santa Cruz 70 is one of the most popular charter vessels operating on Monterey Bay. She was custom built for fast sailing, yet with the comforts to accommodate up to 49 passengers. She offers a wide array of 'themed charters' such as wine tasting, sunset cruising, and corporate teambuilding.
• Carries up to 49 passengers.
• Berthed at Santa Cruz Harbor.
• Custom private charters, ash scattering, and corporate teambuilding.
• (831) 423-1213; www.chardonnay.com

Derek M. Baylis: Named after a famous Bay Area yachtsman, this distinctive 65-ft cat ketch was built specifically for conducting ocean research and marine education, and is operated by the nonprofit Sealife Conservation organization. Tom Wylie designed her to be an "environmentally friendly way to keep up with whales and other marine life without using an engine."
• USCG-licensed to carry 49 passengers on daysails or 12 passengers for overnights.
• Berthed in San Francisco and Monterey; pickups in Santa Cruz and elsewhere by special arrangement.
• Offers scheduled daytime 'critter cruises' and sunset 'wine and cheese' cruises with Monterey Bay Aquarium Thursday-Saturday throughout the summer. Also available for marine research, custom group charters, including corporate events. Learn about white shark research, San Andreas fault mapping, and plastics work from naturalists. Educational and naturalist service available at no additional cost.
• (831) 818-6112; www.sealifeconservation.org. For Monterey Bay Aquarium trips call (800) 756-3737.

Gas Light: Built in Sausalito by master shipwright and owner Billy Martinelli, this 72-ft schooner is a beautifully crafted modern example of an 1874 SF Bay scow schooner. Gas Light has a bright and comfortable 30’ x 18’ cabin with a 12’ mahogany salon table, plenty of on-deck seating, and offers an exceptionally stable sailing experience, heeling only a few degrees, even in a brisk wind. She offers a unique glimpse into San Francisco’s maritime history plus a hands-on experience for those eager to help raise sail.
• USCG certified for up to 49 passengers
• Berthed at Schoonmaker Point Marina, Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters; special events, corporate outings and teambuilding, weddings, birthday parties and educational excursions on the Bay.
  • (415) 331-2769; www.gaslightcharters.com

Glory Days: This classic Morgan Out Island 51 is owned and operated by Pam Powers, one of the few professional female skippers in the local charter trade. Before going out on her own years ago with the purchase of Glory Days, Pam skippered many of the Bay's biggest charter vessels. When Morgan Yachts first began producing the Out Island line in the late '60s, these comfy boats quickly became popular with both cruisers and charter companies — especially the 51-ft version, like Glory Days.
• Certified for 42 passengers — probably the only O/I 51 that is.
• Berthed Pelican Harbor, Sausalito.
• Available for corporate events, private charters, weddings, ash scatterings, teambuilding, and Angel Island BBQ sails. Occasional scheduled sails (individually ticketed) such as Friday night sunset sails and full moon cruises (see website for schedule).
• (800) 849-9256 or (415) 331-2919; www.sailsfbay.com

Nehemiah: Among the things that make this classic wooden ketch unique in the Bay's charter fleet is the fact that she has circumnavigated — twice — under previous owners.
Her current use is also unique, however. Capt. Rod Phillips and his wife, 'Admiral' Joni, enjoy doing Bay charters for the general public, which finance their true passion, youth sail training — particularly for 'at-risk' youth. Solidly built and traditionally rigged, she is an ideal platform for hands-on training, as well as pleasure sailing. A lifelong mariner, Rod also captains S.F. Bay ferries.
• Carries up to 33 passengers.
• Berthed at Richmond's Marina Bay.
• Available for youth sail training, scheduled sails (individually ticketed) and private charters.
• (510) 234-5054; www.sailingacross.com

Privateer & Santa Maria: These two identical Islander Freeport 41 cutter ketches are roomy, yet can reach 10 knots with all their sails up. They have teak decks, finely varnished trim, and many bronze fittings. With their full keels they are extremely comfortable to sail.
• Certified for 28 & 36 passengers respectively.
• Berthed at San Francisco's Pier 39
• Specializing in scheduled 90-minute Bay sails (individually ticketed) and scheduled sunset sails (see website for schedule). Also available for private charters, including corporate events.
• (415) 378-4887; www.sailsf.com

Ruby: At 64 feet in length, this double-ended steel sloop has been a familiar sight on the Bay for as long as we can remember. In fact, Ruby has been chartering longer than any other boat on the Bay — 27 consecutive years. She's also become a landmark at her San Francisco Boat Works homeport, adjacent to The Ramp restaurant. Owner/skipper Josh Pryor designed and built her himself back in the '70s with thoughts of long-distance cruising, but once he started chartering her, he discovered that both he and she were well-suited to the business. In addition to scheduled sailings, she does a variety of special charters — one of the most memorable was when The Playboy Channel brought a dozen bunnies aboard years ago for an Opening Day photo shoot in the waters off what is now AT&T Park.
• Carries up to 31 passengers.
• Berthed at The Ramp restaurant, foot of Mariposa St., San Francisco.
• Available for lunch and evening sails daily (individually ticketed), private group charters, and special events including corporate functions and ash scatterings.
• (415) 861-2165; www.rubysailing.com

Seaward: Originally based in Boston, this 82-ft staysail schooner has a different focus from most others. During the spring, summer and fall her primary function is running hands-on sail training for Bay Area youngsters, which is partially funded by adult sail training and private charters. When winter approaches, she heads for the sunny latitudes of Mexico, where she offers a series of programs that combine education in traditional seamanship, study of the marine environment, and fun in the sun. She is owned and operated by the nonprofit Call of the Sea organization.
• Carries up to 40 passengers on day trips; 15 for overnights.
• Berthed at Sausalito.
• Available for youth and adult sail training, day sails, scheduled (individually ticketed) sails, overnights to Drake's Bay and the Farallones, private group charters and corporate events, plus 'adventure sailing' in Mexico during the winter.
• (415) 331-3214; www.callofthesea.org

Tahoe Cruz: This beautiful custom Santa Cruz 50 sails daily out of the Tahoe City Marina from May through October. Captains Jim Courcier & Mike Pavel are accomplished racers and cruisers who love sharing the joy of sailing the pristine waters of scenic Lake Tahoe. Prevailing SW afternoon breezes averaging 10 to 15 knots make for ideal sailing conditions.
• Certified for up to 25 passengers.
• Specializes in affordable and scenic 2-hour cruises with complimentary refreshments. Also available for private parties, company charters and Emerald Bay luncheon sails.
• Daily departures from Tahoe City Marina (home of Tahoe YC).
• (530) 583-6200; www.TahoeSail.com

Team O'Neill: As her operators like to say, "For an Extraordinary Santa Cruz Adventure, just add water!"
Promising a unique and specialized sailing adventure on Monterey Bay, this 65-footer gives you a true appreciation for big catamaran sailing. Her length and 28-ft beam provide an exceptionally smooth and stable ride, with plenty of deck space to move around freely. Her full galley can accommodate catered sails, or guests may choose to bring along picnic-style meals. Ideally suited for family and friends or groups.
• Carries up to 49 passengers.
• Berthed at Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor.
• Available for private group charters and now offering public 1-hour daysails on Saturdays during the summer.
• (831) 475-1561; www.oneillyachtcharters.com

Freda B: This 78-ft gaff schooner is one of the newest additions to the Bay's charter fleet. Built of steel in '92 in Florida, she was bought last year by Paul Dines and Marina O'Neil to be the flagship of their company, S.F. Bay Adventures. She is Coast Guard certified to carry up to 46 passengers, making her one of the largest capacity crewed charter boats on the Bay.
• Carries up to 46 passengers.
• Berthed at Sausalito
• Available for all types of charters, including individually ticketed sunset and full moon sails, youth sail training, corporate team-building and more.
• (415) 331-0444; www.sfbayadventures.com

NEW! USA 76: 84-ft America's Cup IACC race yacht from the stables of Oracle Racing. Launched in 2002, she competed in the 2003 Louis Vuitton Cup in New Zealand.
• Carries up to 20 passengers.
• Berthed at Pier 39 in San Francisco.
• Available for ticketed sails and custom charters.
• (855) ACSF-2013 (855-227-3201); www.acsailingsf.com

Woodwind II: Based at Lake Tahoe, this 55-ft catamaran has the unique distinction of being the largest sailing charter boat on the lake. But rather than boast about that, her owners like to say she's "the world's highest catamaran." Due to her 1,500 square feet of sail she is capable of blasting across the lake at 20 knots. With her full bar, sun deck, two underwater observation windows, and seating for 36 in her fully enclosed main salon, she offers plenty of creature comforts and a ride that's smooth enough for Great Grandma, even at top speeds.
• Carries up to 50 passengers
• Berthed at Zephyr Cove, NV
• Available for daily public sails (individually ticketed) from early April through October, plus private charters year-round for weddings, receptions, corporate functions and other special events.
• (775) 886-6643; www.tahoecruises.com

Yukon Jack: Although a remarkable amount of 'big boat' racing takes place on the Bay each year, only a minuscule portion of the sailing community ever gets to ride on those sleek, go-fast machines. But if you'd like to check out the adrenal thrill of blasting across the Bay on an ultralight, this proven Santa Cruz 50 is the boat for you. A former ocean racer, she once sailed from San Francisco to Tahiti in an impressive 19 days.
• Carries up to 25 passengers.
• Berthed at South Beach Harbor, San Francisco.
• Race charters (including offshore), private group charters, and special events including corporate.
• (415) 543-7333; www.rendezvous-charters.com

Six-Passenger Crewed Yachts

Please note that in addition to the six-passenger vessels that follow — many of which are operated by their owners — virtually every sailing school (aka 'club') also has boats available for 'six-pack' charters with captain and crew. Some of the larger boats in those fleets are very nicely outfitted for both comfortable daysails and overnight charters. Call them for details and pricing.

Agave: The design of this new 38-ft Catalina 375 sloop won Cruising World magazine's '09 Boat of the Year Award. She has a large, comfortable cockpit and the latest equipment for a fast, safe and memorable cruise. Conduct a team-building session, reward your team for their hard work, or just experience an enjoyable sail on San Francisco Bay. Robin Weber is a USCG-licensed captain who has been sailing and racing for 30 years, in the Chesapeake Bay, the Caribbean, and the Baltic Sea in Germany, Denmark and Sweden. He has been cruising and racing in the San Francisco Bay area for the past 10 years.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Westpoint Harbor in Redwood City, or pickups in San Francisco.
• Private group charters and special events including corporate.
• (408) 221-7084; www.southbaychallenge.com

Alsager: This custom-built Maas 42 Corten steel sloop was commissioned for offshore racing. She's done several Atlantic crossings and West Coast voyages. Skipper Evan Stolze's customized charters focus on personal attention for small groups.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Sausalito.
• Daytime and sunset sails, instruction, overnighters (inside the Bay and out the Gate), Mexico in the winter.
• (415) 797-8008; www.goldengatesailing.com

Angelique: New to the fleet in '08, Angelique is a sweet-sailing Columbia 57, built for comfort inshore or offshore. Her roomy, nicely appointed interior and stable racer-cruiser design make her a good choice for extended cruises.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Available for 'captain-only' charters, full-service crewed group charters, as well as multi-day trips in the Bay and along the Coast.
• (707) 953-0434; www.sailingbiz.com

Apparition: Sleek and speedy, Apparition was custom-built in Sausalito with small-group chartering in mind. Captain Stan Schilz loves to introduce guests to the ease and comfort of multihull sailing by letting them take the helm. One of the few crewed charter yachts that does overnights, this 38-footer has two double cabins and a full galley. If you're planning to bareboat a cat soon, spending some time aboard Apparition would be good preparation.
• Carries up to 6 passengers for private charters. Can also be bareboated by special arrangement with up to 12 passengers.
• Berthed at Schoonmaker Marina, Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters, special events, multihull sailing instruction, and trips up the Delta or the Petaluma or Napa rivers.
• (415) 331-8730; www.sailapparition.com

Bolgeskrekk: This carefully maintained Irwin Citation 34 is a stiff and comfortable boat, well suited to Bay sailing conditions. On blustery days she often does better than 7 knots, thus outperforming many other sailboats of her size. Her spacious cockpit is roomy enough to easily accommodate six passengers, and her teak interior is a delightful space for lounging and relaxing. Captain Bob has 20 years of experience sailing the Bay and he loves to share his knowledge of local geography and historical spots.
• Carries up to 6 passengers
• Berthed at Treasure Island Marina
• Available for private charters, sailing instruction, corporate events, special events and sunset sails.
• (510) 499-0134; www.goldengatesailingtours.com

Caprice: This lovely Seawind 1160 was purchased new in Australia in '07, after which owners Dan and Carol Seifers spent most of '08 delivering her back to the Bay. Dan is a licensed captain and sailing instructor. He and Carol would be pleased to introduce you to the joy of flat, dry catamaran sailing aboard Caprice. Her spacious salon offers a 360° view, while riding her trampoline offers thrill-a-minute exhilaration. Hands-on participation is encouraged.
• Carries up to 6 passengers
• Berthed at Brickyard Cove Marina, Pt. Richmond
• Available for custom charters with catering specialized to suit your needs.
• (510) 232-5820; www.sailingcaprice.com

Carrera: At the smaller end of the spectrum is Gene Maly's well-kept Capo 32 racer/cruiser. Based at Monterey, Carrera balances her busy schedule between intimate group daysails and instructional sails that feature plenty of one-on-one attention.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Municipal Wharf #2 (A-Tier Gate), in Monterey.
• Available for scheduled daysails including Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary tours, private charters, accredited instruction, and "team-building challenges" for corporations.
• (831) 375-0648; www.sailmonterebay.com

Excalibur: This well-maintained Sabre 30 is run by owner Jonathan Ganz, who is not only a licensed captain, but is also an experienced sailing instructor, certified by both US Sailing and ASA. He offers personalized instruction in addition all types of charters.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Brickyard Cove, Pt. Richmond.
• Available for private group charters, instructional charters, team-building events and both day- and nighttime sailing lessons.
• (866) 766-4904 or (650) 619-6896; www.sailnow.com

Fansea: Captain Paul Adams takes great pride in keeping his Catalina 34 in bristol condition. Because she is set up for singlehanded sailing, it's easy for him to attend to the needs of his charter guests, and it's easy for guests to participate in driving and sail trimming, if they wish.
• Carries up to 5 passengers.
• Berthed at Sausalito.
• Prefers small groups, often two couples. Wedding proposal charters are a specialty, as are charters that visit less-traveled parts of the Bay.
• (415) 269-1973; email: www.sailsausalito.com

Flying Tiger: This sleek former racing yacht was originally designed to race in the SORC. She was later fitted out for comfortable cruising and explored both Mexico and Alaska. Kirk Miller (a.k.a. Capt. Kirk) gave up a successful career in the energy business to pursue his dream of chartering on the Bay aboard Flying Tiger.
She is ideally suited to charters with those who enjoy high-performance sailing — it doesn't take much to convince Kirk to put up the chute on the downwind run past the Cityfront. She has recently undergone an extensive refit.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Based at Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters, corporate charters and special events. Passenger participation is welcomed.
• (650) 492-0681; www.sfbaysail.com

Evening Star: This fastidiously restored C&C Concours 43 is the 'dream boat' of 30-year charter skipper Mark Sange (aka Capt. Marco). He had been looking for a stiff, high-performance boat that was well balanced and responsive. And to hear him tell it, Evening Star fills the bill perfectly. Having skippered big luxury charter yachts in the Med for a decade, Mark knows a thing or two about putting excitement back in his clients' lives. "I like to introduce them to the therapeutic effect of bashing to windward in 20 knots of breeze with the lee rail buried."
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Sausalito Yacht Harbor.
• Available for all types of private charters, including corporate and special events; specializes in instructional 'performance sailing' charters.
• (415) 868-2940; (415) 987-1942; www.captainmarco.com or www.sailingsf.com

Imi Loa: A stiff and comfortable boat with many amenities, this popular racer-cruiser comfortably accommodates six guests, and with her spacious cockpit and table, there's plenty of room for guests to enjoy cocktails and a snack during quiet evening sails or while cruising through Richardson Bay after a fast reach across The Slot.
Captain Gregory Sherwood is an ASA certified sailing instructor who's been sailing Imi Loa in the Bay Area since 1996. He's also an accomplished offshore racer and cruiser.
• Carries up to 6 passengers
• Berthed at South Beach Harbor, Pier 40, San Francisco
• Available for private charters, corporate events, wine tasting and sunset sails. Check the website for monthly specials. Passenger participation encouraged.
• (888) 319-SAIL or (408) 910-0095; www.sfsailtours.com

Karisma: This sweet-sailing Catalina 470 is the queen of the Lighthall Yacht Charters all-Catalina fleet. Her roomy cockpit and nicely appointed interior make her ideal for either daysails or overnights. Primarily run as a crewed yacht by longtime Santa Cruz sailors Krista and Scott Lighthall, she can also be bareboated by special arrangement.
Catalina 42s and 34s are also in the Lighthall fleet.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor.
• Available for private or shared charters, corporate charters, sailing lessons, bareboating, scattering at sea services, with affordable prices.
• (831) 429-1970; www.lighthallcharters.com

Little Wing: In addition to her impressive speed, this sleek Cross 45 trimaran is extremely stable and has a spacious (24-ft-wide) deck layout. Because heeling is minimal, she gives a comfortable yet exhilarating ride that's ideally suited to both old salts and first-time sailors.
Her two licensed skippers are lifelong sailors with a wealth of experience in both the Bay and foreign waters. They're always happy to share their expertise and sailing yarns — and they always encourage guests to take a turn at the wheel or lend a hand with sail trim.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Loch Lomand; pick-ups also at Sausalito and San Francisco.
• Available for customized private charters, including North Bay, Petaluma and Napa River cruises; also on-board kiteboarding instruction and special events.
• (415) 272-3654;

Lotta'tude: This 30-ft racing yacht was conceived, designed and built for shorthanded fun on the S.F. Bay — not requiring a big crew of brawny dudes to make it go fast! Want to drive? No problem. Captain Jon is always interested in teaching others how to sail and is happy to turn over the helm.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Sails out of the Richmond Riviera.
• Available for all types of charters, from tame to wet-n-wild.
• (925) 324-1087; www.baydeltafun.com

Magnum: The design of this sleek Nordic 44 combines sailing performance with a luxuriously appointed interior. She serves as a comfortable daysailer or comfy overnighter. (The owners also book large group charters on a variety of Bay vessels.)
• Carries up to 6 passengers; available for bareboat charter to qualified sailors, up to 12 guests.
• Berthed in Sausalito.
• Available for private group charters, sunset sails, and corporate events. This boat can be bareboated to well-qualified sailors.
• (415) 332-0800; www.yachtcharter.com

Perseverance: Captain Jeffrey Berman has been a mariner his entire life. An accomplished racer, cruiser and commercial captain, he enjoys sharing the experience aboard this Catalina 36 MKII through a wide variety of charter offerings, including lessons.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Berthed at Alameda.
• Available for private group charters, sailing lessons, teambuilding, memorial services, and overnights to Drake's Bay or Half Moon Bay.
• (415) 302-0101; www.charterperseverance.com

Pegasus: For the past 18 years this beautiful 1972 John Alden 51-ft ketch has specialized in taking school groups and at-risk youth out on the Bay (at no charge to schools or parents). In order to subsidize those programs, they've recently made this Philippine mahogany beauty available for private charters.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Based at Berkeley Marina.
• Available for private group charters, corporate charters, and special events including weddings by the captain, and ash scattering, in addition to special youth sails. Passenger participation is welcomed.
• (510) 478-4600; www.pegasusvoyages.org

Sensei: Before joining the SF Bay charter fleet, this center-cockpit Norseman 447 cruised the world extensively, beginning in 1983, to places such as the Caribbean, Australia, Japan and Alaska. With her teak decks, ocean-tested design and old-world craftsmanship she will begin offering luxury day charters on the Bay this summer.
• Carries up to 6 passengers.
• Based at Marina Bay, Richmond.
• Available for private or shared charters, corporate charters, sailing lessons.
• (510) 926-2000; www.SenseiCharter.com

As you can see, the Bay Area's charter fleet is not only big, but its quality is impressive. So keep these boats in mind the next time a special occasion arises. The fleet's professional crews and shore staff are ready and eager to serve you.

— latitude/andy

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