Private Yacht Charters on San Francisco Bay
Departing from: San Francisco – Oakland – Pt. Richmond – Sausalito
Charter a private yacht on San Francisco Bay.
Choose from our sailing yachts, power yachts, and catamarans, with departures around the Bay.
Every charter is private to your group. Bring your own food and alcohol with no corkage fee, or let us arrange catering, bar service, and the details that make hosting easy. Not sure which yacht fits your group? We’ll help you choose based on your guest count, occasion, budget, and the kind of day you want to have on your epic San Francisco yacht charter.
Bring your favorite people and let the Bay become the setting for a relaxed, beautiful celebration no one wants to end.
Private Yacht Charters To Celebrate
Birthdays, anniversaries, family gatherings, and the occasions worth doing differently.
Proposals
Ask the question with the Golden Gate behind you. We’ll help you plan the moment, from the timing to the champagne, so all you have to do is say the words.
Themed Packages
Create your own party theme, from pirates to sea sirens. Or choose one of ours: Oysters & Bubbles or Escape to Alcatraz completely curated.
Take the Helm
Every charter comes with a chance to steer. With the captain beside you, take the wheel and feel the boat respond as you cross the Bay.
Make It Yours
BYOB and food or we can help arrange catering, custom cocktails, décor, live music, a videographer, and the thoughtful details that make the day feel entirely your own. Just ask.
Corporate Team Offsites on The Bay
Take your team out of the office and onto the Bay. The setting does the work, and we take care of everything else, so whoever plans the day gets to enjoy it too.
Team Outings & Offsites
Room to lounge and move, good food, and the Bay all around you. Groups of up to 12 come together easily when the day itself is the activity.
Executive & Leadership Meetings
Meet at anchor or underway, away from screens and interruptions, with up to 12 aboard. Fresh air has a way of opening up conversations.
Company Celebrations & Client Events
Mark a milestone, thank a client, or celebrate the year with up to 40 guests.
Themed Team Packages
Picks & Shovels brings Gold Rush hustle to the water, and Escape to Alcatraz with wine, a warden’s feast, and trivia challenge. Ready to go and easy to book.
“One of the best offsites we’ve ever done. We’ll be back.”
Tis The Season Bay Celebrations
Fall and winter bring some of the clearest, most beautiful days on the water, and plenty of reasons to gather.
Out-of-Town Guests
Family and friends are coming to visit. Show them the Bay the way you see it, from the water, with the Golden Gate, Alcatraz, and the city skyline all around you.
Thanks on the Water
Take a day to be thankful for the beauty we live in. Gather the people you love for a private afternoon on the Bay over Thanksgiving Weekend.
Holiday Parties
Winter days on the Bay call for hot toddies and hearty food. Bring your team, your family, or your friends together on a private boat, and we’ll take care of the rest.
New Year’s Eve Fireworks
Ring in 2027 on your own private boat, with just your group aboard, watching the midnight fireworks light up the city.
Need Help Choosing the Right Yacht for Your Group? Contact Us
Our fleet includes sailing yachts, power yachts, and catamarans, each with a different feel. Some give you more room to spread out, others keep everyone together, and the right choice depends on your group size, occasion, budget, and how you want to spend the day.
We’ll help you compare the best options and choose the yacht that fits.
Our Charter Fleet
Lagoon 42 Catamaran – Hullchal
Maximum Capacity: 12 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
4-Hours: $2,250 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,925 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain and Crew: $100/hr captain, $50/hr crew, plus 20% gratuity
Gran Turismo 40 – The King & I
Maximum Capacity: 12 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
4-Hours: $2,195 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,815 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain and Crew: $100/hr captain, $50/hr crew, plus 20% gratuity
Oceanis 41 – Briseis
Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
4-Hours: $1,370 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,063 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
Oceanis 38.1 – Into The Mystic
Maximum Capacity: 8 people
Location: Point Richmond
4-Hours: $920 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $783 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
Antares 9 – 30′ Outboard Cruiser
Maximum Capacity: 6 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
Up to 4 Hours: $885 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
Custom Power Catamaran – Astra
Maximum Capacity: 12 people
Location: Emery Cove Marina, Emeryville
4-Hours: $2,330 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,930 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain and Crew: $100/hr captain, $50/hr crew, plus 20% gratuity
SEALINE 35′ – Bay Dreamer
Maximum Capacity: 8 people
Location: Point Richmond
4-Hours: $1,625 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,335 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
Jeanneau 41 – Little Miss Magic
Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Location: Sausalito
4-Hours: $1,540 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
3-Hours: $1,388 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
Antares 8 – 25′ Outboard Cruiser
Maximum Capacity: 5 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
Up to 4-Hours: $600
Each Additional Hour (to 8 hours): $150
Additional Costs: Skipper, Fuel & Cleaning Fee : (est) $548
Classic Power Yacht From 13 to 40 People
Maximum Capacity: 40 people
Location: San Francisco
3-Hours: $4,900 (yacht, fuel, cleaning, captain, and crew)
Additional Hours: Available
Gratuity: $600
Barracuda 8 (23′)
Maximum Capacity: 4 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
Half Day (4 hours): $725
Full Day (8 hours): $1150
Barracuda 9 Outboard Sport Cruiser (30′)
Maximum Capacity: 6 people
Location: Jack London Square, Oakland
Up to 4 Hours: $885 (yacht, fuel, and cleaning)
Additional Hours: Available
Captain: $100/hr, crew if needed $50/hr, plus 20% gratuity
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
It depends on the yacht, your group size, and how long you go out. Yacht prices include fuel and cleaning, and start at $783 for 3 hours for a small group. For up to 12 guests, a 4-hour charter runs $2,195 to $2,330. Captain and crew are paid separately, plus a 20% gratuity on their rate. Each yacht’s price is listed above, and we’ll send you a written quote for your date.
(See our post on the different kinds of yachts)
Our yachts depart from Jack London Square in Oakland, Point Richmond, Sausalito, and Emeryville. San Francisco pickup is available on every yacht.
Unlike other charter companies who charge corkage fees or restrict bringing your own alcohol on board, we allow you to bring your own, and there is never a corkage fee. You can bring your own food on board. We provide service items like plates, napkins, cups and silverware so you have all you need for service.
We have delicious catering options if you want a turnkey experience, as well as bartenders who can create custom cocktails and personalized service.
Yes, a yacht charter on San Francisco Bay is one of the best ways to celebrate a birthday or any special occasion. Book your charter with us and we can decorate the yacht and make sure all the spcial touches you want for the special birthday guest is provided from custom catering to specialty bar set-up for curated cocktails to special itineraries.
Passage Nautical Yacht Charters offers a selection of private yachts for up to 12 passengers, including catamarans, sailing yachts, and luxury power yachts. We offer fully customizable charters. You can use our catering services from top Bay Area vendors who deliver directly to the yacht. You can bring your own alcohol without any corkage fees. We provide a bar set up with ice, buckets, and garnishes.
Passage Nautical offers a diverse fleet of private, luxury yachts including catamarans, sailing yachts, and luxury motor yachts that are perfect for your private events when you want to be pampered and experience the Bay in luxury.
We host weddings, proposals, bachelorette parties, corporate board and team meetings, family reunions, and any occasion you want to create as a special experience.
You can use our catering options from top Bay Area food artisans or bring your own food and alcohol with no corkage fees.
We can provide all-inclusive private event packages to simplify planning, with options for custom itineraries, party decorations, or pick-up locations around the Bay. Our US Coast Guard-licensed captains ensure a professional and safe experience on the Bay
Every charter is private to your group. Our fleet runs from boats for 6 guests to yachts for 12, plus a classic yacht for 13 to 40. You’ll have the boat to yourselves, with options to bring your own food and drinks or let us arrange catering.
Passage Nautical offers private charters with captains on yachts ranging from 38′ to 55′ and accommodating up to 12 guests. Prices for yachts start around $1,000 to $2,600 for a 4-hour day, depending on the yacht’s size and amenities. All our charters include a US Coast Guard-licensed captain. We depart from Oakland, Pt. Richmond, San Francisco, or Sausalito.
Every charter comes with a US Coast Guard licensed captain. Captain and crew are paid separately from the yacht price: $100 an hour for the captain, and $50 an hour for crew on our 12-guest yachts or when your captain adds one. A 20% gratuity applies to the captain and crew rate. Our 63-foot classic yacht includes captain and crew in its price.
Questions About Your Charter?
We’ve guided 1000+ celebrations on the San Francisco Bay. Let us help you design yours. We provide a luxurious, private experience for all your celebrations – birthdays, anniversaries, karaoke parties, proposals, corporate events, employee recognition, family reunions, 4th of July and New Year’s Eve fireworks tours, sunset sails, city front tours, wine tastings, and more! Our boat rentals are the best on SF Bay and the number one choice for people looking to rent a yacht for any occasion.