2hr. SUNSET Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay

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San Francisco, USA

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Head out onto the San Francisco Bay for an approximately 2-hour sail, where you watch a beautiful sunset with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. This is an intimate group with a maximum of six, so you have plenty of space to spread out and enjoy the views. Sip on bottled water, soda, and enjoy chips while you sail. The tour is offered in English and Spanish to accommodate more guests.

Easy to locate meeting point in Sausalito
Watch the San Francisco city lights go on at dusk
Enjoy drinks and snacks on your sailboat
Make a few new friends on this small-group tour

What's Included

2-Hour Sunset Sailing Experience
Bottled water
Snacks

Chips
Soda/Pop

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

1 Yellow Ferry Dock, Sausalito, CA 94965, USA
Our meeting point is infront of the YELLOW FERRY DOCK parking area. *Call or text when you arrive and we will meet you in the parking area. *Please plan to arrive 15-20 Minutes early.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Golden Gate Bridge

San Francisco

San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge

Angel Island State Park

Treasure Island

Sausalito

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate

This is a Suset sailing experience for 2 hours at dusk on San Francisco Bay
We recommend bringing comfortable sneakers or tennis shoes, a warm jacket
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Cynthia_H

Will took my husband and I out for an evening sail, and it was one not to be forgotten. We were the only ones on the boat, and he was friendly and accommodating and gave my husband the chance to sail the boat (under supervision) for a while. He took a lot of pictures for us and had some great stories. It was a beautiful evening, with great views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and the San Francisco skyline. A unique and memorable experience that I would highly recommend.

Reviews

5.0

based on 25 reviews

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A memorable evening

Cynthia_H, Mar 2026

Response from Host, Mar 2026

Thank you, It was a pleasure meeting you both and I hope you'll bee back Sailing on the Bay again soon!

Sailing away

Stacy_H, Sep 2025

Captain Will is a good and experienced captain and my partner and I had a great time! Views spectacular! Seeing all the other sailors out in the bay against Alcatraz and the golden gate!

Response from Host, Sep 2025

thanks for coming out for a sail with me. I hope you'll come again!

An experience you should not miss out on!

Raquel_G, Jul 2025

Best experience ever!!!! Will is such a great person to go sailing with, his jokes are hilarious and he gives you the inside scoop of Sausalito. We will definitely be back!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you! hope to see you back soon!

Amazing experience.

Kiet_T, Jun 2025

Amazing sailing experience with Will, the most capable captain with stories and knowledge of the area to make your trip memorable.

Response from Host, Jun 2025

Thank you! it was great to meet you and i hope you come back again.

Delightful

Naomi_A, Mar 2025

We booked for Valentine's Day and what a treat! Will was a phenomenal guide. We began in Sausalito and sailed toward the Golden Gate Bridge... it was gorgeous. Every now and again you'll see a seal pop his head up in the water. Will allowed my husband to take the wheel with direction. Boy, was he happy! Sunset was beautiful sailing back toward Sausalito. This was a superb experience and I would recommend! Thank you again, Will!! Martin & I truly enjoyed ourselves.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Thank you! I hope you'll come back again soon.

Wonderful sailing experience!

Sam_C, Mar 2025

Capt Will is fun, and a skilled sailor too. The experience was exciting and it was nice to be able to help with the sail and steer the boat. The weather cooperated nicely and being near the Golden Gate was a great for pictures and a heck of a view. Definitely recommend for both families or a romantic date.

Response from Host, Mar 2025

thank you, hope you'll come back again soon.

Sailing SF Bay

Douglas_M, Dec 2024

This will be the best part of your trip to SF. You will learn the basics of sailing, and even participate sailing the boat if you wish. Had an amazing time!

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you for your feedback. were very happy you had a good time and hope you'll be back again soon

Sailing the bay with Captain Will.

Brandon_J, Sep 2024

Super fun experience! Real sailing adventure on a fast boat that was more than just a typical booze cruise.

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Thanks, hope you'll come back again!

Unforgettable Sunset Sailing Experience!

Dan_C, Jul 2024

We had an absolutely wonderful time on the 2-Hour Sunset Sailing Experience on San Francisco Bay! The entire evening was peaceful and incredibly enjoyable as we sailed into the sunset. Captain Will was attentive and a true delight, sharing his passion for sailing with us. He was especially adorable with the children, making the experience even more special. The highlights included breathtaking views of the Bay, the stunning San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, and, of course, the iconic Golden Gate Bridge. One of the best parts was having the opportunity to sail under Will’s guidance and supervision, which made the experience interactive and educational. We were also thrilled to see pelicans and sea lions during our voyage. It was a magical sight! If you're looking for a memorable and serene adventure on the water, this is the perfect choice. Highly recommend it to anyone visiting San Francisco!

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you for the nice review.. You guys were great and i hope you come back again.

Cruising through the bay.

AnnMarie_b, Jul 2024

The sunset cruise on San Francisco Bay was wonderful. My husband was allowed to drive the boat through the bay. He was very excited about the opportunity.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

it was a pleasure sailing with you, I hope you'll come back again.

SF Bay Interactive Sailing

Morgan_S, Jun 2024

Awesome interactive sailing experience with Will! Everyone in our group had the change to sail and enjoy the sunset.

Response from Host, Jul 2024

Thank you, I'm happy to know you had a good time and I hope you'll come back again soon.

Best kept secret

Brice_D, Apr 2024

Really good time with captain Will! Let us steer for most of the trip and we went wherever we wanted to. Can’t beat a small group on a sailboat in the bay and captain Will makes it a good time!