What’s a catamaran?
What’s a Catamaran? When it comes to sailing, there are two primary types of boats: the traditional monohull sailboat and the modern catamaran (and a third category: trimaran, spotted here and there). Both monohull and catamaran offer unique advantages, but catamarans have become increasingly popular in recent years, especially for those seeking a more comfortable […]
Seals & Sea Lions: What’s the difference?
Seals & Sea Lions: What’s the Difference? Seals and sea lions are two of the most popular marine mammals in the San Francisco Bay and are certainly well known at our home base of Pier 39 at Fisherman’s Wharf. While they may look similar, we often get asked, what is the difference between a seal […]
How can we help eliminate plastic in the San Francisco Bay?
How can we help eliminate plastic in the San Francisco Bay? We love sailing in San Francisco and, not to get all “Debbie-Downer” on you, but the truth is it’s impacted every day from the same plastic pollution problems as many other places. Did you know? There are more than 4 million gallons of trash […]
Angel Island: 4 Facts About That “Other Island” in the Bay
Angel Island: 4 Facts About That “Other Island” in the Bay Every day our tours depart from Pier 39, and as we head out by Alcatraz and out under the Golden Gate Bridge, the question comes up…”What is that other island over there??”…and often, the guest is pointing to Angel Island. Well, we figured it’s […]
How to Dress for a Sail on the San Francisco Bay
JUST HOW DO YOU DRESS FOR SAILING ON THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY? It may seem silly, but in 30 years of taking guests by Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge, you’d be surprised just how many times we get asked this question! Well, we’ve decided to share some insights on just what outfit (or […]
30 Years on the Bay!
2021 is a big year in so many ways, and this week more than ever we are proud to celebrate 30 years offering our guests truly unique private and public sailing trips – all under original family ownership! Sailing in San Francisco offers a connection to nature, an escape on the water, and the thrill of sailing – all types of happiness that is clear from smiles on the thousands of faces we bring aboard each year.