Go sailing with Max. Do not pass Go, do not collect $200, just book it. Don't waste your time reading any more Yelp reviews trying to find a better deal (there isn't one) or a nicer captain and host (there isn't one*). We were in Long Beach for work and decided to stay an extra day after a grueling 10-hour meeting. I booked a sunset outing as a surprise for my wife (then told her about it, ruining the surprise), and it couldn't have been more perfect. Peaceful water in the protected harbor of Long Beach, great wind, sea lions and sea ducks and allegedly a dolphin, lots of interesting sights and activity... just a perfect day, and Max was a perfect host. Laid back and a lot of fun to spend a couple of hours on the water with, relaxing and seeing the sights. Go! * This point bears repeating. An excursion like this costs three times as much in New York. Seriously. - in choppy water churned up by ferries blasting past. The water in Long Beach was like glass and felt like sailing on a lake. If you don't go, you are missing out. read more

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Nice clean boat and Max is a great captain. We've gone on multiple outings and definitely plan on going back soon! Great for birthdays and anniversaries or even just showing friends and family a view of long beach you can't get anywhere else. Highly recommended! read more

This was my second time riding with Jolly Sailing and had a great time! Today we celebrated my sisters birthday. Max is super friendly, hospitable and professional. He's very passionate about his business and it truly shows. He makes sure everyone is comfortable and of course safe! Both experiences have been really enjoyable! I will continue to support his small business and refer as many people as I can! Thanks Jolly Sailing for another memorable experience! read more

What an amazing experience! Captain Jolly is the best! Sunset sailing, safe and great views

This was my first time on a sailboat and I had THE BEST time. Max was super friendly and accommodating and made my friend's 30th birthday super special (with a hand painted sign and all!) We were able to bring our own food and drinks and he had a cooler waiting for our use. He let me steer the boat and legit gave me a mini sailing lesson. I may have found a new hobby! Definitely do not hesitate to book with him. I can't wait to go back for another cruise. Thanks so much Max! read more

Jolly Sailing - Polaroid from Captain Jolly's camera - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

Went sailing with Max last Sunday for a girlfriend's birthday. We had such a good time!!! Max is an experienced sailor and was very knowledgeable about sea conditions & controlling the boat. This is a perfect, intimate sailing excursion for a private party for a small group of people! You can bring food & drinks on the boat & there is a portable table for outside or you can sit inside the boat. The boat ride of the Long Beach harbor was so pretty & calm! Will definitely rent this boat again!!! read more

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Just wanted to start out by saying thank you Max for making my girl's birthday one she will never forget. I booked an evening out on the bay for my girl's birthday. The entire experience was incredible. Max was super friendly, punctual, and professional. His boat is super clean and comfortable. We didn't feel like we were pressed for time. It was just all around magical. Thank you. Will definitely be booking another outing soon! read more

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Max is a highly accomplished and fun captain. We went on a 3 hour sail with him and loved every minute on the beautiful water and the fascinating views. You pass by the lighthouse, some unspoiled and charming tiny islands, sea lions basking in the sun, and the great Queen Mary ship. What's not to love about this experience!! read more

Max is an amazing Captain! He was so accommodating, informative and fun! Celebrated a dear friend's birthday and it was an amazing evening where weather was perfection! We had a sunset ride where we docked for a bit to have some splashing fun and it was absolute bliss. Max let me give the steering a try and it was just fun all around! (He also teaches sailing- if interested) For a reasonable price, Max is THE person to go to for some sailing, ocean fun. Thank you, Max read more

Jolly Sailing - The glorious sunset view - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

What an experience! Captain Max was beyond amazing. Max was waiting for us with a huge smile and great energy upon arrival. That made things super easy as we didn't have to worry about trying to figure out where to go. Max even brought ice to keep out champagne chilled and had champagne flutes available for our use to top things off. I can't rave enough about Capt. Max and our time out sailing! We will definitely be return/loyal clients and I highly recommend you check out Jolly Sailing for a jolly experience! read more

Jolly Sailing - Our newest Captain I! - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

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Chartered with Jolly Sailing for my husbands birthday -- can't tell you how much fun we had. Captain Max is fantastic and made the trip such a great experience. Looking forward to sailing again with Captain Max. read more

Max, the captain, is great and very friendly. We booked a sunset cruise and it was a wonderful trip. Price is great as well comparing to other sail boats that you can charter. Overall, highly recommend if you are looking to sail in the Long Beach area. Our group will defiantly come back next time. read more

Jolly Sailing - Beautiful sunset cruise. - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

Smooth sailing! Can't say enough good things. They've definitely earned the great reviews. It's a perfect mini-vacation when life gets so hectic you can't take a real one. Looking forward to taking a longer cruise! read more

Max made this outing seamless. So professional and smooth sailing. Excellent work Jolly Sailing! Highly recommend!

Booked to Suprise my Boyfriend for his 30th Birthday! We had sooo much fun, none of us had been sailing before and Capt. Max made it a super relaxed & safe experience for us all. We will definitely be back, would recommend to anyone looking for a nice evening out for any occasion :) read more

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We had the best day sailing. We will only use this sailing company. This was the best ! Thanks Max! Vic, Nic, Kris & Jeff

We were surprise with what an enjoyable evening our group had with Jolly Sailing. We brought snacks and drinks to watch the sunset. The weather was perfect. The Captain was very welcoming. read more

Captain Max was just above and beyond. Incredible combination of friendly, professional, and accommodating. The boat was pristine and it was truly a special experience. I would give more than 5 stars if I could!! Don't waste time looking elsewhere,, if you want a little sailing getaway,, Captain Max is the only way to do it. read more

I booked a private sunset sailing with Max for my husband's birthday and everything was wonderful :) Max replies promptly on emails, super friendly. His boat is amazingly clean, new and beautiful. He also helped us taking all these stunning sunset pictures. We enjoyed so much, just chilling on the boat! He also know the area very well, recommended us going to his favorite restaurant for the night which turned out to be another highlight of the day! We had a wonderful day to be remembered thanks Max! read more

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Max was an amazing host, he's a confident captain and you'll feel in very capable hands the entire time. Plus, he has all sorts of amenities (like pillows, Bluetooth speaker) to offer. It was obvious he really cared that we had a fun and comfortable time! We even tied the boat up next to a small island where it was warm enough to jump in and go for a swim! Affordable, great vibes and great customer service - what else could you ask for??! Would happily call Max from Jolly Sailing for another memorable evening! read more

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Such an amazing experience. I booked for a two hour sailing charter and it was better than my wildest dreams. It was a gift for my husband for our anaversary. He loves sailing, and got to sail the boat. He took wonderful pictures of us and texted them to us after the trip. Thank you so much for making my husband and my anaversary so special. read more

Jolly Sailing - Me and my hubby having the time of our lives - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

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What a wonderful time . The boat is beautiful and clean. Captain Max put us all at ease , I learned a little bit about boat itself and sailing rules. We sailed out of the harbor with a cheese plate and champagne. Then returned with the setting sun and a warm breeze. I couldn't have asked for a better sailing experience . I would book this trip again . read more

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Best sailing experience ever!!! Captain max knows how to have a fun time while keeping you safe on the open ocean. We had a great time for my bday!! Would recommend for any event that you're looking to make extra special. Thanks max!! read more

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Wow, this was my first time sailing and I will definitely be back! Captain Max is so easygoing and was great at answering all of my sailing questions. In addition, the ship itself is beautiful and really well taken care of. If you've been on any water ferry or metro taxi, this is a million times better than that. Check them out, you won't regret it! read more

Captain Max will provide you and your crew the best sailing experience on the California Coast. As sailors, we know firsthand that Captain Max is phenomenal. He provides the right blend of oversight, instruction, and adventure. He has steadiness of nerves and such good humor that you will be planning your next trip as you are heading back to dock. We have sailed with Captains all over the world and Captain Max is tops. All level of sailors will be thrilled to join Captain Max on a sea adventure. read more

Book book book your trip now! This was soooo much fun. We saw dolphins and sea lions. It was just so nice to be out in the water. Max is super friendly. The boat was super clean and is beautiful. They even put up a happy birthday banner when they knew it was my husband's bday. We brought dinks and food and played our music and it was fantastic. read more

Great business! Max was great! The customer service, communication and experience was amazing. Thanks again for a great trip.

Thank you Max!! This was literally the perfect birthday experience. We enjoyed every minute of it...from the birthday flag...the conversations...the music (glad you enjoyed my playlist )...and the best part, sailing into sunset view I had been dropping hints to my boyfriend about sailing for quite some time and he did a good job finding the right place so I give you both 5 stars! read more

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My friends and I booked a sailing trip and wow, it was amazing! Great pricing, really customized trip, a ton a flexibility and it felt like Max was our buddy driving the boat! Definitely recommend you taking a trip! He provides an amazing customized experience and I will be booking again soo read more

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Had a great time on our private boat for two! Max was an awesome host! We will definitely be back and book with him!

Went sailing on father's day with my family and has a wonderful time! Max was great to have on the boat, super friendly, and was very attentive to all of our needs. It got a little cold and he provided blankets. The boat was well kept and had comfy pillows. The whole experience was great and I'd highly recommend! read more

Jolly Sailing - My sister steering the boat! - Sailing Near Me - Long Beach, California

We recently booked a bday event with Max. Max took us out on his sail boat for a sunset cruise. We had an amazing time! Max was a great captain, professional, polite, and super chill! He is fun and knowledgeable!! He provided sailing tips and went above and beyond to ensure that the whole group had a great time and everyone was safe. Highly recommend Jolly Sailing to anyone who is looking to sail for fun or take lessons. Thank you Max!! We look forward to sailing with you again! read more

This was the BEST experience! I would give 6 stars if it allowed haha. We took our sisters on this for one of our sister's Bachelorette party and it was everything we could have hoped for and more! They had everything perfectly timed and had everything we needed down to needing a hair tie for the wind haha. Max was so much fun and pleasant and I couldn't be happier with the experience! Thank you so much for helping make this day special!!!! read more

Great time with Capt Max. This is our second time with Max. We're climbing up the pyramid and will be back again next year for sure.

We had an amazing experience! From the start, Max was so accommodating on the phone by working with our schedule. Booking the trip was a breeze and the instructions were easy to follow. We wanted a daytime charter since we were missing the sun. My kids and I have been spending summer '20 at home, so we were in need of something fun, but safe. Max's private tour was perfect for our family, especially since we didn't have to worry about social distancing. The only thing was that the two hours went by too quickly. We are definitely looking forward to booking a longer trip later this summer. read more

The captain made this experience so amazing for the first and second time we were on the water! The experience started off great with a quick response of prices and times available. We made a same day reservation and he was able to squeeze us in on a whim. He reached out to see if we were planning anything special or just wanting to enjoy the breeze. That meant a lot and started the sail off just right. We are out of towners and the captain also informed us about beautiful trails, beaches, and yummy restaurants in the area. By the end of our first sail we knew we would be coming back at least once a month for this awesome experience again. We extended our trip a few days and we decided to sail one more time before we left SoCal to give it a proper goodbye! The captain was able to take us out again and make it another memorable part of our vacation! I highly recommend if you are in the Long Beach area to make a stop by Jolly Sailing to add the cherry on top of a great trip! read more

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I only have good things to say about Jolly Sailing. Captain Max is so accommodating and friendly. We had a blast. Highly recommend!!

If you've never sailed before or looking for something romantic, exciting, and memorable, book a session with captain Max! He's super nice and made my experience sailing fun and at times scary! The boat would sometimes tilt over so close to the water that I almost freaked but with Max letting everyone know it was ok I felt more at ease. He allowed me to participate in pulling the sale and walk to the front of the boat. I got too scared and stayed put though. I went with 3 friends to venture out and see one of the most beautiful sunsets and to top it off I got to see some seals just chilling lol I highly recommend this outing! Call and book a day and time! read more

My family had a wonderful time sailing with Max! He was such a great host and made our experience so memorable. read more

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What an AWESOME experience! Thank you, Captain Max, for making our wedding anniversary extra special! Looking forward to coming back to sail with you again! read more