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    Golden Gate Bridge
    Daniel D.

    I had an epic Sail with Doug this time! I've been more than once. He does school training, regular day sails, and passage making trips during the summer. It's always super fun with him. He's a professional and his wooden boat Taihoa is truly a wonderful gem in a sea of plastic boats these days. Such a great time! Thanks Captain Doug!

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    Frank P.

    Went out with Doug, 4 hour cruse, my son is learning to sail a very similar boat. Doug had my son driving the boat & talked all about the sailing process - boat, the bay , water tides. Wind - everything. Doug is a wealth of information on the SF Bay as well - you got to go out - so much fun - and it's a real wood sail boat

    The Marino in Sausalito.

    This was a wonderful experience. I've been told by friends who sail that it's the best way to truly tale in the San Francisco Bay. They were right. I'm the kind of person who finally unwinds by the last day of a trip. This experience put that into fast forward. When the Captain cut the motor and began to sail.... Amazing, We chartered 3 hours. Next time we will do 4 at least. Sailing with Captain Doug will be a permanent addition to our trips to the Bay area.

    Taihoa - happy birthday flags
    Ksenia V.

    Despite the storm and rainy weather we had a blast sailing Taihoa with Captain Doug! Definitely a memorable experience jumping on the waves and leaning almost at 45degrees during turns Captain Doug made the experience so personable with great stories, allowing us to assist him sailing the boat and going extra mile to ensure our Birthday Girl (sailing was a surprise birthday gift) felt special on her day! We weren't able to sail full 4 hours due to weather conditions, and Captain was so nice to offer us another sailing mini trip in the future for free! Yay! Very excited to go back and sail further in the bay!

    Absolutely LOVED sailing with Captain Doug

    Absolutely LOVED sailing with Captain DougHis historical knowledge of the bay, his sense of humor, and his concern for our safety made for a great adventure! It was exciting, exhilarating, and fun! I see another sailing in my future...

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    Jamie J.

    Woo! This experience was worth every penny! Captain Doug is professional, friendly, and knowledgable. The crew made sure we were more than safe, and before we knew it we were out in the bay enjoying the unbelievable sights! Within minutes of departing we spotted a sea lion frolicking in the water, brown pelicans flying in formation feet away from the boat, a breathtaking view of the Golden Gate bridge, and Alcatraz. One of the best experiences of our trip, hands down!

    Valentina G.

    We sailed 3 hours with Doug. Weather was perfect, a little chilly at the end, always bring warm clothes, windbreakers, when sailing in the Bay. Doug is an awesome captain- very informative, he takes safety seriously, would definitely sail again and recommend to others! Thank you Doug!

    Jessica C.

    Best Charter Sailboat experience! Captain Doug answered all my questions on the phone the day before our sailing adventure, we were a flight crew of 4 and wanted to see the Bay Area sights on the boat. Captain Doug gave us step-by-step directions on how to meet him in Sausalito and gave us a warm welcome and introduced us to his beautiful boat Taihoa! I love learning the history of the classic wooden boat from New Zealand. You could feel the pride he had owning it well as knowing a lot of history with the Bay Area sights. I loved how we bring our own snacks and drinks they are coolers on aboard and we ended up adding another hour. I highly recommend this experience!

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    Matthew G.

    I took my mom out sailing for her birthday and she enjoyed her time out on the water. Doug responded very quickly to my inquiry, was well prepared and informed. The ride is as relaxing or as engaging as you want it to be. My sister in law steered the boat for a little while. This is much nicer, private and much more intimate experience than other sailing experiences I have been on. Thanks again!

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    Never been sailing, was educated on Taihoa amazing experience! A must do when in Sausalito!

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    We had an amazing time on the tour at sunset. Very professional and fun! Captain Doug is awesome. Highly recommend

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    SF Bay Adventures - Guests Relax While Viewing the Sunset on the Iconic San Francisco Bay with the Golden Gate Bridge in the Background

    SF Bay Adventures

    (97 reviews)

    We enjoyed our second sail on The Schooner Freda B out of Sausalito tonight. It was a perfectly…read morewonderful sunset sail on SF Bay. Previously, we took the Freda B on the Wildlife Morning Sail in 2024, which was also fantastic. What makes the Freda B special is the crew. The vessel itself is gorgeous--even the "head" is great! From the moment you board and are greeted by the crew, you know you're in good hands. The safety instructions are thorough, and the crew immediately puts you at ease before setting off. Whether you have a clear night or a little fog (like tonight), the skies are beautiful, the Golden Gate Bridge is magical, and San Francisco twinkles in the distance. The crew meets your every need with kindness, excellent service, and genuine interest in you as a passenger. They're also an interesting bunch--just ask them about themselves! Hot (chocolate!) and cold beverages are available for purchase, including adult beverages. For out of towners...Wear and bring layers. Jacket + sweater/fleece, long pants, beanie hat, gloves if you have them. Blankets available onboard. This is SF Bay 12 months a year - always chilly and the sail is worth every layer of clothing. We celebrated my birthday tonight, and it was perfect. Thank you!

    The Freda B and its crew took our dream of a wedding on a sailboat and made it into a reality. The…read morecaptain was prepared, thoughtful, and ready to help us with all of our needs. The crew was all smiles, good cheer, and skillful work. They carefully crafted an amazing experience, allowing us to get married with the Golden Gate Bridge and the bay as our backdrop. We could not have asked for a more magical wedding.

    Sailing Memo Boat Charters - Sail Boat with kids

    Sailing Memo Boat Charters

    (55 reviews)

    We had a wonderful sail with Captain Memo!…read more He was very communicative leading up to the day - he asked about the relative ages and abilities of our party and made sure we were prepared with what to bring and where to go. During the sail, Memo provided extra information about the surrounding cities, local history, his boat, and about the Bay waters themselves. The sail was not strenuous at all and is a great fit for a broad age range and aptitudes. Memo also provided snacks and drinks and the boat has a bathroom. We sailed near Alcatraz and Belvedere and had great views of the Golden Gate Bridge. He can tailor the route to your interests. We would 100% recommend a sailing experience with Memo!

    Our family of 4 had a wonderful time with Captain Memo. He was a great communicator prior to…read moremeeting with us and definitely following the weather on the day we were scheduled, which though had rain predicted, turned out to be a picture perfect day for sailing! He is extremely knowledgeable about sailing as well as the history of the area and his stories about the area and sights enhanced our experience. We felt completely comfortable and enjoyed our trip immensely. He was able to adjust the route to suit our preferences; the boat is beautiful and well maintained and he had a very nice selection of snacks and drinks available. The hot chocolate was particularly welcome on a chilly day. Absolutely recommend sailing with him!

    Modern Sailing School & Club - Race Clinic

    Modern Sailing School & Club

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    "Buoy" did we have a great time! Participated in a Corporate Regatta Teambuilding activity at…read moreModern Sailing School in Sausalito on 7/13/22. Started with bagged lunches (deli sandwiches), about 25 people total in our large group (international colleagues from North/South America and Europe, minus Australia). Out of the five boats, the female captain was the race director for the day and we had to navigate the differently-colored buoys floating in the water. Not all of the boats were identical (make/model, size, age?) so there was an adjustment/differential to the final times, but all were generally recent model monohull sailboats 30-45 feet long. Grey Goose, Ry Whitt, Survivor, Liberty, and one other boat I can't recall the name of (might've been Attitude Adjustment) were our racing sailboats for the afternoon regatta, teams of 4-5. I was assigned to Liberty, a beautiful 38-foot Beneteau. Our US Coast Guard certified captain/skipper from Modern Sailing School was Bill and also served as our tactician; one of our guys took the driver role/steering to telltales, and another was in charge of the mainsail. Another took one side for the jib sail and I took the other side depending on if we needed to tack or jib (gybe), our fifth person assisted where needed with ropes/wench handles, etc. The weather was fine -- the fog lifted and the sun came out making for great views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco city skyline, the Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz. I'd done whitewater rafting and 2-person kayaking before, snorkeling and parasailing but this was my first time sailing! We had a little bit of time to practice and literally "learn the ropes" and fundamentals before the motor was turned off and the official race started at 1:00 PM. The two basic turning maneuvers/techniques with the skipper strategically navigating us through using the wind speed/direction (especially through Hurricane Gulch) and sea state/tides (smooth vs choppy water) was challenging but fun. Not only were we racing each other and trying to round our marks along the course, but there were of course other fishing boats, ferries, Hornblower cruise ships, windsurfers, and paddleboarders in the water too -- even saw a few seals! The race time on the water was around 2 hours for our team (keep in mind the boats were only traveling maybe 8 miles per hour) but lunch was included on land as well as an awards reception (beer/champagne, medals) for all of the teams afterward. We weren't first, but we weren't last either! If you're feeling "nauti" and the line where the sky meets the sea calls you, let your inner Moana/Maui try out wayfinding with the winds in your sails on the SF Bay at Modern Sailing School!

    Back to 5, Cyril called and said he was sorry and my cancellation was legitimate. Wife had to fly…read moreto her dad as he was dying and I could not bring my kids to the class due to insurance issues. Gave me credit for future class and offered re-imbursement. Since their classes were great, I took the credit instead.

    Ohana Sailing

    Ohana Sailing

    (7 reviews)

    Great, relaxed, skilled Captain and First Mate. Wonderful boat. Very nice 2 hrs - under the Golden…read moreGate bridge, past SF waterfront, round Alcatraz, past Angel Island, thru Raccoon Straight, past Tiburon, back right on time. Saw seals and a DOLPHIN! Wowzer! Book this sail for a great time - fun, safe, comfortable seating in cockpit with great views no matter where you sit. You could go forward on deck, even. A lovely way to see the Bay.

    Just went sailing on "Ohana" this past Sunday. What an amazing trip! A fantastic, relaxing couple…read moregive a personal tour around the Bay. They were very accommodating to their passengers, offering a relaxed "cruise" style of sailing or something more adventurous. In the end, it turned out to be both! They took us out past Angel Island, Golden Gate bridge (winds pick up in Summer months), and around Alcatraz. We were also lucky to see Dolphins jumping near by (apparently very common). With such a world class destination, sites and beauty, you feel like you're sitting in a living postcard. I was looking for a great time sailing on the Bay and enjoying an evening with my wife (adult time; no kids :-). My wife had never been on a sail boat before and hardly swims. I asked her after if she felt nervous as we had asked to do some real sailing and get the sails going. She said the captain and his wife made her feel so at home and relaxed. She was never worried and had an amazing time (bonus points for husband). For the past 2 days my wife and I are still talking about how much fun we had. For me, this would be great to take out clients or hold team building events - very memorable. I've already starting arranging a date to go back with 2 other couples. I highly recommend it to anyone and look forward to going back soon! I could easily do this 6 to 10 times a year!

    Sail Taihoa - boatcharters - Updated May 2026

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