Yacht Charters – Private Boating Lessons – Boat Club on San Francisco Bay
Choose your way to enjoy San Francisco Bay – charter a yacht, learn to boat, join our private powerboat club, or spend the day with us at a YogaFlow Sailing experience.
📍 Departing from: San Francisco – Oakland – Pt. Richmond – Sausalito
Experience the beauty and excitement of San Francisco Bay on our private captained yacht charters for birthdays, anniversaries, family and friends, corporate outings, client entertaining, and special events.
Our managed fleet includes sailing yachts, power yachts, and catamarans for groups from 2 to 12 guests, giving you choices in style, space, comfort, and the kind of day you want to create. For larger celebrations and corporate events, we also have a yacht that can accommodate private groups of up to 40 guests.
Departures are available from several locations around the Bay, and we’ll help you choose the best fit based on your group size, departure location, and budget.
Charters generally run from 3 to 8 hours. You’re welcome to bring your own food and alcohol and never a corkage fee. We provide waters (plain and sparkling) and soft drinks, and offer catering and other onboard service options for easy hosting.
All of our yachts are luxuriously appointed and designed for comfortable private entertaining.
Enjoy regular boating on San Francisco Bay without the cost, maintenance, repairs, and management that come with owning a boat.
Nautical Access keeps a low member-to-boat ratio, so members have reliable access to the fleet. Reservations are made online, with full-day use and the flexibility to reserve boats on short notice.
You’ll use newer enclosed-cabin, twin-outboard powerboats rated for coastal cruising – warm, protected, and comfortable in real San Francisco Bay conditions.
You do not need to arrive already knowing how to operate a boat. Private training is included, with instruction that starts where you are and gives you the time, repetition, and practical experience needed to handle the boats and the Bay confidently.
Membership also includes personalized support and service, so you are not left to figure things out on your own.
Your regular membership costs are straightforward, with the fuel you use as the only additional operating expense. It’s fun, cost effective and a great escape.
Learn to operate a powerboat or sailboat through private, one-on-one coaching on San Francisco Bay. Our lessons are focused, hands-on sessions designed to help you build and practice the skills needed to boat safely and confidently. All of your lesson time is spent on the water, learning by doing, rather than sharing helm time in a group or sitting through classroom lectures.
The knowledge side—navigation, rules, safety, weather, boat systems, and theory—is completed through NauticEd’s interactive online courses. You work at your own pace, with 24/7 access so you can return to the material whenever you need to. Your online learning and time on the water reinforce each other as your skills develop.
Lessons are scheduled around your availability and do not have to be taken on consecutive days. We start with your experience and goals, then give you the time, repetition, and individual attention you need to become comfortable and capable.
If international bareboat chartering is one of your goals, your training can also become part of the path toward an international boating license.
A full-day escape on San Francisco Bay that combines gentle outdoor yoga, sailing, good food, nature, and easy company.
You do not need yoga experience, sailing experience, or a group of friends to come with you. Many guests come on their own. The small group makes it easy to settle in, meet people, and enjoy the day at your own pace.
We begin with yoga overlooking the harbor, under the open sky and in the fresh morning air. Afterward, we head out under sail with coffee and morning fare. San Francisco Bay is a gloriously surprising place to sail, so we go where the wind takes us.
You can take a turn at the helm if you want, or simply relax and take in the beauty of the Bay. We may anchor for lunch in a quiet cove or drift through one of the Bay’s spectacular stretches of water.
When we return to the dock, we finish with our traditional Wine Down Wine and charcuterie aboard the boat.
You’ll end the day feeling restored, energized, and completely removed from ordinary life for a while.
Things to do on San Francisco Bay this weekend, this month and this season. Private Fleet Week yacht charters, Tickets to Fleet Week Sailing Day, and YogaFlow Sailing experiences.
Fleet Week is one of the most exhilarating days of the year on San Francisco Bay. The Bay fills with boats, the skyline becomes the backdrop, and when the Blue Angels arrive overhead, the whole place comes alive.
A private yacht puts you right in the middle of it without the crowds, traffic, or fighting for a patch of shoreline.
Bring your favorite people, good food, cold drinks, and spend the day surrounded by water, city views, and one of the most spectacular air shows in the world.
Choose from sailing yachts, power yachts, and catamarans for intimate groups or larger private parties.
October 9-11 – 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm – Practice Day October 8
Want the Fleet Week experience without chartering an entire yacht? Front Row to Fleet Week gives just six guests a private-yacht-style day aboard the Oceanis 38 Into The Mystic, with real seats, open Bay views, and captain-timed positioning for the air show.
You’ll head out from Jack London Square for an intimate afternoon on the Bay, with the Blue Angels overhead, the skyline around you, and the Golden Gate framing the show.
The day includes a gourmet charcuterie box and snacks, artisan chocolates, premium wine and craft beer, a signature gift bag, and a professional skipper focused on comfort, safety, and getting you into a great viewing position.
Saturday, October 10 · 12:00–4:30 PM · $345 per guest · Only 3 tickets left.
You don’t need to be experienced at yoga or a sailor. Most guests come on their own, so you do not need to wait for a friend or partner to say yes.
We begin with yoga overlooking the harbor under the morning sky, then head out under sail. You can take a turn at the helm if that sounds fun, help with the sailing, or simply sit back and enjoy the Bay, the wildlife, the fresh air, and the scenery.
We stop for a chef prepared lunch on the water and finish back at the dock with our traditional Wine Down Wine and charcuterie.
You leave feeling restored, energized, connected, and wonderfully far away from ordinary life for a day.
September 26 | Point Richmond Early bird $350 Per Person
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in the yacht charter price?
Our yacht charters include the yacht, fuel, and cleaning fees. We have many comforts onboard, including refreshments, service wear, and cups. plates, utensils, and all the conveniences you need to have the perfect yacht charter experience. We offer custom services to including gourmet catering, party decorations, corporate branding, and custom services.
What is the minimum rental time for a yacht charter on San Francisco Bay?
The minimum time for a yacht charter on San Francisco Bay is 3 hours. You can add up to 8 additional hours.
Can we customize the yacht charter itinerary?
Yes, sail or power anywhere on the Bay. For anyone sailing under the Golden Gate Bridge for the first time, charter a yacht on the Bay for a memory that lasts forever. Alcatraz Island, often called The Rock, is the site of the infamous Alcatraz Penitentiary. Angel Island is a great place to stop for a picnic and some fantastic photo ops. It’s yet another beautiful location filled with history and astonishing views that should not be missed while chartering a boat to explore all that the Bay has to offer. You choose the places you want to visit on your yacht charter on San Francisco Bay.
How much does it cost to charter a yacht on San Francisco Bay?
Charter pricing depends on the yacht, group size, length of the charter, and any catering or onboard services you choose. Our fleet includes sailing yachts, power yachts, and catamarans for groups from 2 to 12 guests, plus an option for larger private events of up to 40 guests. Most charters run from 3 to 8 hours.
Can we bring our own food and alcohol on a yacht charter?
Yes. You are welcome to bring your own food and alcohol, and we do not charge a corkage fee. We provide plain and sparkling water and soft drinks. Catering, bar setup, and other onboard service options are also available if you would rather have us make hosting easier.
How long does it take to learn to operate a boat?
That depends on your experience, goals, and the type of boat you want to operate. You can begin handling a boat during your first lesson, but becoming comfortable docking, maneuvering, navigating, and handling real Bay conditions takes practice. Because our lessons are private, your training can move faster or slower according to your progress.