We had a wonderful sail with Captain Memo! 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! read more

Our family of 4 had a wonderful time with Captain Memo. He was a great communicator prior to meeting 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! read more

Members of my family and I had the pleasure of sailing San Francisco Bay with Memo on his boat last week. What a fantastic day it was! His boat and the skill with which he effortlessly sails it made the experience unforgettable. He is at home on the water and makes the sail go as smooth as silk. His bay cruise should be on top of everyone's list of things to do while in the San Francisco Bay Area. Thank you, Memo. Words don't express how grateful we are for sharing the experience with you. read more

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My family and I sailed with Captain Memo for the air show weekend in San Francisco and had the experience of a lifetime! It has always been a goal of ours to watch the Blue Angels on the water. With ample boats in the bay, Memo navigated seamlessly, and we loved his company! On top of that, his boat is beautiful and comfortable. Memo brought out a few bean bags for us to sit at the front of the boat and it was the best seat in the house! A speaker also allowed us to blast some music as we watched the jets. We are so thankful for this core family memory which he helped to shape and look forward to sailing with him again soon! read more

The captain Meno is great. The whole trip was amazing. Very professional and a good company. read more

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My dear friend booked Memo to make my mother's 90 birthday wish come true. She wanted to go sailing. It was just three of us, and Memo. The boat, Basic Instinct, was beautiful and I felt safe and confident the whole time. My mom had the biggest smile on her face for days after. What I liked perhaps best was Memo himself. It felt like we were out on the Bay with a low-key friend. His personal stories of growing up on a boat are fascinating. But he doesn't make the day or conversation about him. It was a complete pleasure from start to finish. read more

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Me and my fiancée had a great time on a sail for our proposal. Captain Memo is great and made the experience so much fun. He took us by the Golden Gate Bridge where we stopped and I popped the question. The boat is super clean and with lots of space. Sitting on the bow of the boat with the bean bags while we drank some wine was so relaxing. read more

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What a memorable experience sailing on the SF Bay with excellent captain Memo! Memo is a wonderful sailor and spent time we appreciated explaining some of the mechanics as we enjoyed a fantastic 4 hour tour of the bay. His boat, Basic Instinct, is a sleek racing vessel, but also comfortable and well appointed. Memo knew just where to take us to show us all the beauty of the bay, including along the Sausalito waterfront, out the Golden Gate, along the SF waterfront with a quick circle into Aquatic Park, and around Angel Island and the Tiburon / Belvedere shorelines. A perfect day hosted by a consummate professional. My family and I highly recommend! read more

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Captain Memo was the perfect host- professional, communicative, warm, knowledgable and thoughtful. We had a great experience on the water with our almost 2 year old daughter. She hasn't stopped saying "Memo" since our sail! Would highly recommend. read more

Last sail before the veil! My bridesmaids and I sailed on Basic Instinct with Captain Memo for one of our activities during my bachelorette weekend! We had a blast! The tour was incredible and everything on the boat worked well. Captain Memo was easy to work with and was an excellent tour guide. Can definitely recommend to others. read more

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We had a great time sailing with Memo. He was very knowledgeable about sailing and friendly. He knew all the great spots to take is to including the Golden Gate Bridge and other beautiful views. I'd highly recommend sailing with him. read more

Memo took me and my family out for fathers day. It was awesome, I have never been on a sail boat like his. It was better than I could have ever imagined. Memo made it so much fun and had a lot of great stories as well as knowledge about everything boating and the surrounding areas I can't wait to do it again. Highly recommend it!!!!! read more

Memo created the perfect experience for us. This sailing excursion was a gift for my partner and he LOVED it. We all had a fantastic time. He and my partner exchanged knowledge of sailing, history and Sausalito. Memo is a wonderful host. I would recommend him and will defiantly be back again soon. Thank you Memo for make this a very special day. read more

Sailing with Memo was the favorite activity for our entire family of everything we did on a week vacation to Sonoma County and San Francisco. Kids ages are 7, 11, 14, & 17 + my wife and myself, and each of us had a great time and were well taking care of by Captain Memo. He managed to create a special experience/memory for each kid, from helping to sail to leaning the boat, which was a favorite of our kids. read more

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Had a great time with Memo. He was the most welcoming of captain and made it such an amazing experience. I would highly recommend Memo and his boat to everyone for the most fun experience. read more

We've gone out sailing with Capt Memo several times in the past few years and had a wonderful trip every time. For friends and family that come to visit, taking them out on the bay, sailing out under the Golden Gate Bridge and around Alcatraz is a unique, memorable experience. Memo is always friendly, courteous and happy to accommodate. The Basic Instinct is a beautiful sailboat that he keeps in pristine condition. Highly recommend it! read more

I wanted to do something memorable for a marriage proposal. I was referred to Captain Memo and during our initial conversation I knew he would make our moment incredibly special! His sailboat is AWESOME and he has everything on board to make the outing extremely comfortable. He has great stories and a wealth of knowledge about the Bay Area. He also shot video of our voyage and even captured me proposing without my now fiance noticing. I definitely recommend booking at least 3 hours as that will allow you to go under the Golden Gate Bridge which is truly spectacular! If you plan on going sailing you should definitely book with Captain Memo! read more

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We had a great experience! We took the two hour private tour. Captain Memo was very nice, friendly and knowledgeable. He was a great guide and told us a lot about sailing, boats and the buildings along the coast of SF bay. The sailing experience was amazing as we went from 5 knots to 25 and back to calmer waters through the different micro climates of the bay and saw the sunset four times!! The boat was clean, there were snacks and drinks on the boat. We also learned about the boats history :) Great experience and fun conversation! read more

Had a fantastic experience sailing with Memo! Memo went above and beyond to exceed our expectations -- he added lots of thoughtful, unique touches that definitely set this trip apart. We saw a good amount of marine life (dolphins, pelicans, seals) and amazing views from the water. Memo is super kind and has lots of great local knowledge about the Markne area. Thank you, Memo! read more

Incredible sail through the Bay! Loved all the fun facts and how accommodating he was. What an incredible way to explore the views of San Fran! read more

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We had a great time sailing with Captain Memo, celebrating my 30th birthday. We were able to see Golden Gate Bridge underneath and Captain Memo was very nice to take a tour video on the GoPro for us. My mom is thinking about going back on another sail with Captain Memo on her birthday. read more

If it were possible to give Captain Memo more than 5 stars, I most certainly would. He is the most chill, down to earth skipper we have come across (from the few times that we have been sailing). We (6 of us +captain Memo) sailed out of Sausalito today which happened to be a beautiful warm sunny day with just the right amount of wind past the Golden gate Bridge, along San Francisco around Angel island and back to Sausalito. Along the way we saw Harbor Seals, porpoises, pelicans....a humpback whale (yes really!!). It was the most incredible experience for us!! Captain Memo was more than happy to explain the technicalities of sailing if you were interested or to take charge and handle everything on his own if you just wanted to kick back and relax. He had fruit, snacks drinks, a fridge, freezer (no running around to bring ice bags from Safeway), & bean bags to sit on (they are such a great idea.. I actually dozed off at one point because it was so comfortable) I know this may sound corny but it would not be going overboard (no pun intended) to say that you are in the presence of greatness with Captain Memo and his one of a kind Basic Instinct.. read more

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Memo is an awesome skipper. Both full of confidence inspiring sailing technical chops and an easy to be around personality. Basic instinct is a FAST boat. During our sail Memo piloted us to 10knts which is the fastest I have even been under sail power. All the while feeling safe, involved and comfortable. For those of you looking a really fun and exciting sailing experience look no farther than Memo charters. If you are lucky Memo may even share a couple of his exciting stories from his life long pro race car driver career. Thanks Memo! read more

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Such an amazing experience from start to finish!! It was a gorgeous day and Memo was so knowledgeable about the boat and the surrounding area. I was able to coordinate an intimate proposal with the help of Memo. It was a memorable day all around for us! read more

During this time of COVID, it was refreshing to get out of town and head for the ocean. It was a good day for sailing and it was made perfect with Memo as our Captain. Basic Instinct is a beauty. She was much more then I was expecting. Very roomy and so much space to move around while we were anchored and sailing. The sights of San Francisco were enhanced by Memo's knowledge of the area. Anything we wanted to know he had an answer. We dropped anchor outside of McCovey Cove with other boats for the SF Giants game. We were then able to splash into the water and enjoy the cool refreshing water. What a rush! Memo documented everything for us! Capturing the once in a lifetime moments. Who would of thought we would of caught a Splash Zone Baseball!! I cannot say enough how much we had a fantastic time. Take the plunge and the opportunity to spend the day with Memo aboard Basic Instinct. read more

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Memo is the man! We had such a great evening on the bay. Sailing under the Golden Gate bridge is breathtaking. The boat was beautiful, clean and stocked. Definitely recommend this charter for any small group. read more

We just got back from hours on the water with Memo. Six of us went out to celebrate and enjoy time together and it was fantastic. Memo is wonderful, warm friendly, so knowledgeable and professional. He had so many great stories that added to the beautiful scenery and the warm sunny day as we cruised the bay. Highly recommend Memo and his boat for a wonderful experience you'll treasure! read more

Loved being on the bay with Memo. His boat Is beautiful. Do it you will not be disappointed.

Memo was wonderful and worked with us to provide the perfect family sail. Highly recommend. Very bespoke, not a touristy outpost. Everyone had a great time. Will sail with him again soon! read more

My family and I had a great 4 hour charter on "Basic Instinct" with Cpt. Memo. Really a pleasant day under full sail, staring with a leisurely sail pass Sausolito bay front, then under the Golden Gate Bridge, then down the San Francisco Bay Front, our to Alcatraz, around Angel Island and back to Sausolito. What a pleasant trip, great company, highly recommend a day trip with Cpt. Memo. read more

Our group of 5 had a wonderful time out on the bay sailing with Memo. A true professional who obviously loves people and loves his job. We asked him what seemed like dozens of questions and he answered every one of them. He even helped us get our gear down to the boat and helped us get it back to our cars. We left a small rucksack on board and he hustled it up to us before we left. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking to go sailing! read more

This sail was the highlight of my wife's birthday weekend. Captain Memo is welcoming, highly competent and respectful. The two hour trip out to the GG Bridge was the perfect amount of time and the weather made it even more beautiful. read more

What an awesome day on the bay! Captain Memo and the Basic Instinct are first class. Our kids were a little apprehensive about sailing before we arrived and as they walked up to the boat you could see the excitement grow in their eyes. They were captivated for the entire trip. The boat is really a unique blend between a quick and nimble racing boat and had all the comforts of a cruising boat. Captain Memo has a very relaxed and welcoming demeanor and his boat handling skills are superb. If you ask the right questions, you will discover he is also a professional race care driver and it is apparent with the way handles the boat with ease. Captain Memo really offers it all. A glass of wine relaxing on a bean bag on deck.. no problem. Take you under the golden gate bridge in some decent winds.. no problem. Drift by Angel Island in the warm sun..no problem. Highly recommend! read more

My fiancé and I had a wonderful time with Memo today. We took a two hour tour around the Bay, from Sausalito, to the Bridge, around to Alcatraz, and back by Angel Island. The boat is in great shape, and the host came generously prepared with snacks. We managed to see a host of pelicans, harbor seals, and even a few dolphins! Exactly the experience I was hoping for. For tourists and locals alike, I'd recommend Memo without any reservations. read more

What a beautiful adventurous afternoon of sailing! We went under the Golden Gate Bridge which was so cool. The wind was really blowing and it was so much fun as the boat tipped into the turns. Captain Memo had a great attitude that made us all feel safe and taken care of while having an adventure of a lifetime. He was such a knowledgable, funny, and warm host that by the end he felt like family. Can't wait until our trip back next summer when we'll get to go out with Memo again! read more

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We enjoyed an awesome time sailing with Captain Memo...it was a blast! Great fun and Captain Memo has so much knowledge about the area and all we were seeing from the boat...very interesting! It's been almost 40 years since I've been on a sailboat and my husband had never been sailing before but we felt totally at ease with Captain Memo...he's an excellent sailor! read more

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For starters...My boyfriend proposed on Captain Memo's boat underneath the Golden Gate bridge--and there's a reason others have done the same. What Memo offers his guests is not just a beautifully scenic ride with stunning million dollar views...but a personalized experience with a captain who truly enjoys making people happy through sailing. From the moment you book, Memo ensures an enjoyable experience. Before we went to the dock, we bought drinks from the local grocery store before walking to the dock. Before we set sail, Memo showed us the comfy bean bag seats to comfortably sit on top of the boat wherever we wanted, bathroom, fridge where we kept our drinks cold, and where he kept extra coats in case we got cold. Memo captures photos and video throughout the ride on his go pro, and shares the memory card with you--just hands over amazing photos from your experience. It was the perfect ride. As we took off Memo explained everything around us the way only a Sausalito lifer could (we are from Chicago), and mostly he would hang back and let us have private time, but naturally knew when to make sure to capture some good photo/video. I'll never forget it and I'm so thankful for captain Memo's kindness and caring way of dealing with his guests! read more

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I had a great sailing experience with Captain Memo. It was the trip I planned to propose to my girlfriend. Captain Memo offer lots of ideas with his expertise over the area. He provide first-class service. He offered us fruits and snacks during the trip. He is knowledgable regarding the history of the area. With his help, I get a "yes" from my girlfriend. I would sail with him again if I have another chance! read more

Captain Memo provided us with a wonderful tour of San Francisco Bay for us celebrating my wife's birthday. We saw a Hunchback whale, dolphins, seals and lots of birds. It was a great treat to be on the water on the beautiful Basic Instinct. read more

My husband surprised me with a 4 hour sail on San Francisco Bay. We couldn't have had a better time with Captain Memo aboard the Basic Instinct. Memo was very knowledgable and personable and the boat was very comfortable. Would absolutely sail with Captain Memo again.......highly recommend this adventure! read more