Michael Turner at Edgewater Marina goes above and beyond, even on a Sunday…read moreEight years ago, we bought our Duffy 22 from Michael -- and that purchase turned out to be the beginning of a relationship with someone who genuinely cares about his customers long after the sale. After leaving our boat untouched for six months, I ran into battery issues the day we needed it for a gathering with friends. I hit a wall troubleshooting online and took a chance calling Michael on a Sunday. Not only did he invite me to come by, but he already had the cables I needed waiting when I arrived. Rather than simply ringing up the sale, he walked me through the fix, explained the risks, and made sure I knew what to watch out for. When I discovered the damage was worse than expected -- acid corrosion on additional cables -- Michael had already left for the day, but still called into the shop so his colleagues could get me what I needed. He also answered my text messages asking him more questions. Thanks to him, we had a wonderful cruise with our friends that afternoon. It's genuinely reassuring to know that a knowledgeable, generous Duffy dealer is nearby -- not just when you're buying, but whenever you need real help.

Would totally come back here with a big group. The staff was super informative and friendly over…read morethe phone and the day of our excursion. We were a group of 10 and the largest duffy boat available was more than enough more to move around the boat and still be comfortable. We were able to bring our own food and drinks, which was perfect for the experience! Def check the weather before your booked day, it was a sunny perfect day in May and not windy at all which was definitely enjoyable!

A very quiet park away from main streets with picnic tables BBQ, two playgrounds, sand beach, but…read moreno public bathroom.

Alright, let's see. I drove by and figured I'd give the…read moreplace a go. The club is a Rowing Club, their main focus is rowing backwards aka sculling. They have classes for rowing, they have E-Row, the have classes for younger kids for rowing. This is a Rowing Club. Now. The club also has Surfskis. If you want to paddle Surfskis. Their surfskis are super nice. They have V5, V8s, V10s. You can start all the way from beginner and make your way to the olympics on V10s. The boats are in brand new condition. The paddles are grat. The club also has two functional outriggers but no paddles. But at least they let you paddle them, unlike all the annoying outrigger Hawaiian clubs who won't let you touch their single Outriggers for fear you might break something. I was mainly an outrigger guy, so I loved this place. The people in the club were great. Mainly Chris Flynn, Operations Director. He let me fix the outriggers and paddle them. When there was an issue with a former club taking away my paddle he made them give it back. Anything you ask and he is happy to give it a try, you need parts, classes. So, if you have some spare change and want to go paddle BIAC is the place. You can paddle backwards You can surfski for exercise when the wind picks up if you are bored, you can even outrigger and pretend you are Kamaaina."Local", want some community join the E-Rows and have a blast or just roll in and do your thing on your time, no one is judging. Have fun.

The lagoon is one of Foster City's most distinguishable features. The boathouse near the Rec Center…read moreinvites you to get right in! The process of walk-up renting was quick and easy. I got a single sit-in kayak for one hour ($20). A staff member helped me sit into the kayak and, with a gentle shove, I was on my way into the wide open and calm waters. Kayaking offers a unique way of exploring the city that you cannot do on land. Navigate the waterfront properties, go under bridges, and get as close as you can to the birds. I stumbled upon a duck hangout near Catamaran Park! Just keep track of the time and the staff will be there to welcome you back on land. Until the next adventure!

It was a nice sunny day at Leo Ryan Park, so my bf and I decided to go kayak in the lagoon here…read more Well, we weren't the only ones with the same idea. There was a bit of a line and I can see the owners were trying to accommodate everyone they could. Because it was so busy, we couldn't get a double kayak, unless we waited ~1hr, so we went with the pedal boat. Although it was fun floating around the lagoon, it was super slow (as they are) and it made it difficult to turn around in when you get stuck at a dead end. The pricing was okay... it was $10 per 30 mins per person and CASH ONLY. I would definitely recommend an hour if you are going with pedal boat. I give the whole experience 3.5/5. I appreciate the owners trying their best to accommodate, but it was clear that the most popular option was the double kayak, but also the limited option, as others were also waiting for one of those to be available.

This was our first whale watching experience and it was wonderful. We did 8am Mother's Day morning…read moreand spent a little over 3 hours on the water. We seen 4 different species dolphins, 2 baby humpbacks near the harbor and a trio of full grown humpbacks further out. Chase was great and even let our little one go in steer the boat on the way back. We bought one of his framed photos before leaving and would for sure do this again. The smaller boat allowed them to get the dolphins to "surf" along the bow and that was a super fun experience.

I have gone on many whale watching trips in this region, and today was honestly beyond wonderful…read more Sanctuary cruises does it all well! Brian was super helpful and kind with our booking and called us back promptly. The captain Joey knew right where the action was, allowing us to spend a whole hour watching two families of Bigg's Orca whales celebrate a successful hunt with breaches, tail slaps, and other incredible acrobatics. We also watched humpback whales put on a show and lunge feed off to the side of the boat! Naturalist Luke shared fascinating stories about these amazing creatures. I have regularly taken my science students out on this boat because they always provide personalized, phenomenal service, and make everyone feel at home and safe. You won't regret booking a trip with this outfit!

Everything about Marquis Charters was first class. Captain Dave has EXCELLENT communication…read morethrough the planning, and the voyage. The crew were all friendly and real pros as well. When we charter again in the SF Bay, we will defintely use Captain Dave and Marquis Charters again!!

Marquis Charters was the best experience of our trip. The owner and the crew were professional,…read moreexperienced and so knowledgeable. We will never forget our sail and we have Marquis Charters to thank!

We rented this facility recently (mid February) for a birthday party…read more Pros: charming room with a distinct nautical theme, plenty of parking Cons: The heater was broken and they did not tell us. We were all FREEZING and wearing our big winter coats. The main oven was broken, again we were not told. Lots of garbage right at the front entry, like a bag full and even beer cans- we cleaned it up. They were not set up for us AT ALL- like we had to haul the extra tables and 30 chairs from a downstairs room. The elevator is very temperamental and mostly didn't work.

We recently held a Celebration of Life for my son at Coyote Point Yacht Club. While the setting was…read morebeautiful and the event itself was meaningful, I feel it's important to share my experience with the catering and bar services so that others are fully informed before booking. Over the course of three months, I had numerous conversations with the organizer and catering department. At no point was I told that a 25% gratuity would be automatically added to my bill. In fact, I even suggested that bartenders put out tip jars, which shows I was under the impression gratuities were voluntary. At the end of the event, while I was emotionally exhausted, I was approached by staff and pressured into authorizing gratuity payments of nearly $2,700. This was presented as a "tip," not as a mandatory charge, and I felt blindsided. In addition, the food service was disappointing for the cost. For example, I requested a taco station, which was billed at $3,750. What was provided were large wraps meant for burritos, not taco shells. The value received was nowhere near the price charged. Between the lack of transparency on gratuities and the exorbitant cost for underwhelming food service, I cannot recommend this venue. If you are considering hosting an event here, I strongly advise reviewing every detail of the contract carefully and clarifying all charges upfront.

The first charter we booked had to be delayed for weather, and let me tell you--it was worth the…read morewait. I had no idea what was in store for us. They took us out to the center of about a dozen whales and those guys were having a heck of a day. We saw everything from feeding to fluking. We got so close we could see the barnacles on their tails. They were swimming under our boat! I thought it would be scary but it was just fascinating. Captain Smitty was funny and he really knows his stuff. He taught us a bunch about the whales, birds, and seals we saw. We had a great time and will definitely be booking again. Minimum of 4 people to book, and be sure to take your anti-nausea meds if you're prone to sea sickness--Captain Smitty gets you really close to the action, which means waves. Two in our group took dramamine and were just fine.

My family and I just went on a whale watching trip today…read more It's always part luck. Thankfully, we got lucky. Spotted a couple Gray Whales from a distance, and after a tip from another boat were able to get closer to two others swimming together and ride along with them for a while. Captain Smitty and Lee were great! Knowledgeable, friendly, informative, and great stewards of the sea, and marine life. We definitely recommend these guys. Go with an open heart, patience, and have fun!

Carlos and Sophie were incredible hosts on their catamaran the BluReverie. Our group had an amazing…read moreweekend trip and we're pleasantly surprised by the quality of food, drink, and hospitality! Highly recommend taking your next weekend getaway on the BluReverie for an unforgettable experience!!

From the owner: Located in the heart of Silicon Valley in Redwood City, BluReverie Catamaran is just minutes from…read morethe tech headquarters with easy access from all South Bay locations. Whether a day sail, lunch, dinner, or weekend escape, BluReverie can be the ideal team retreat, special occasions celebration, or vacation with friends and family. We typically host weekend overnight trips between the months of April - Oct in the San Francisco Bay, and we are planning overnight itineraries in Puerto Rico between the months of Nov - Mar. BluReverie has 5 guest cabins each with ensuite bathrooms. Three cabins are configured with queen beds (1 queen bed in each cabin) and two cabins with bunk beds (2 single beds in each cabin). BluReverie can accommodate 10 guests in 5 cabins, or up to 12 guests if you have small children sharing a cabin.

Five family members gathered in Sausalito to bid our final farewells to my brother Lanny. His son…read more(my nephew) and I researched the services available for this need, and we feel very lucky to have found Captain Kirk's. Every detail was handled with utmost care and sensitivity. Our captain, Rowan, was personable and pleasant, and gave us space to say goodbye as we needed. I know Captain Kirk's couldn't control the weather, but if they did, it couldn't have been a better day. Beautiful sunshine, the water was sparkling, and our loved one had the send-off he wanted. Many thanks to everyone at Captain Kirk's for a pretty much perfect experience. We highly recommend them for anyone looking for a comfortable and sensitive voyage when scattering a loved one's ashes in the Bay.

Captain Kirk's did an all-around fantastic job. The boat was perfect, the crew was attentive and…read moreknowledgeable. We felt the excursion was a great value and would definitely book again.