I've done two sails with them: an afternoon one in the spring and overnight in the fall. Both were…read morea joy. The ship is amazing, the crew completely friendly and upbeat, the view of SF, and the perspective on the Bay and the Bridge was different from anything on land. The overnight was spectacular: instant friends with the other folks, restaurant-quality food, and just a great adventure in less than 24 hours. Highly recommend it.

I have sailed on the bay often and of course taken the ferry many many times. The Matthew Turner is…read moreby far the best, way more interesting. It is amazing to see the work that goes into making sail. It's very impressive how the crew goes aloft to unfurl and furl the sails. The boat is very stable but there is some boat motion and it does heel a little but this adds just a bit of excitement. The crew is super helpful and as glad as everyone else to be on the water sailing. The views of the city, the islands and Alcatraz were great. No matter what the weather is on land it will be cool and windy on the water so bring a windbreaker and a thermal layer.

We had an amazing experience booking the Schooner Freda B Jazz Night last week. The weather was…read moreperfect, and the crew was friendly, even wishing my sister and me happy birthday since we booked it for our special day. I highly recommend it. It was my first time on a sailboat, and the views were absolutely gorgeous. It was worth the price. Thanks to the great crew for a memorable night--our birthday celebration was truly special.

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!

We had a fantastic time renting an electric Duffy boat for a two-hour cruise around Sausalito and…read morethe bay. The staff were so friendly and accommodating. Learning to drive the boat was simple, and you don't need a license to do it. We fit eight on a boat made for 12 and felt it was the perfect size. There was even a refrigerator on board to stow your drinks. It was the perfect venue for a sunny day!

I went with friends is Sept 25, apologies for late response. This was my 2nd time boating you and…read moreit was great as the last time. The staff are very friendly and informative. Made sure all needs were met before sending us off. Definitely making this an annual experience.

Had an absolutely amazing time with Captain Timothy and Shannon on their boat! They were so…read morewelcoming and patient with me as I worked with them when I proposed to my fiancée. I gave them my idea of what I wanted to do and they helped out so much and were very transparent about what they had to offer. I can't thank you both enough for all the help and kindness you gave us!

Fantastic experience! Captain Timothy is an excellent host. My friends and I had a wonderful…read moreexperience. The boat is perfect for the Bay Area and we enjoyed the lounge areas at the front, back, and top. Highly recommend!

I thoroughly loved this tour. It was so fascinating to learn of this world on the wooden boats and…read morethe culture of their existence as narrated by our tour guide Victoria. She was knowledgeable, insightful and entertaining. It is 3 1/2hrs and my recommendation is to wear closed toes tennis shoes/sneakers. There are areas with gravel like surface so your going to want to protect your feet. My other advice is to use the restroom close to the meeting point because there is only another public restrooms at the end of the tour. The added treat at the end of the tour was Victoria having Tea & cookies awaiting us on a beautiful setting. I have told everyone about this tour and share my pictures of the inside of the homes we were allowed into. She has a book about the history of this area and I highly recommend it. Take an afternoon calmly sauntering this world of the wooden boats and take it all in in delightful amazement.

This tour is great! Not rushed or "canned" like some tours I went on. The tour guide, Victoria,…read moreis exceptionally knowledgable and passionate about the community and its preservation. Time flew by, as Victoria regaled us with the stories of the different wooden boats. The tour is accessible and would be great for all ages and all abilities. I can't recommend it enough!

Sailing the bay with Captain Kirk was the highlight of our weekend! We went under the Golden Gate,…read morepassed the pier 39 area, over to McCovey cove (Giants ballpark) and then right by Alcatraz on our way back to Sausalito. Knowledge of sailing and of the Bay Area was excellent. Would definitely recommend to first timers, as we were, even though we've lived in Northern California our whole life.

Rod and Nancy were our captain and crew. They did an excellent job. If you are looking for a…read moreprivate boat excursion in the San Francisco Bay, this is your place.

When we were in San Francisco, we decided to start our trip with the Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise,…read moreand I'm really glad we did! We had actually purchased our tickets through another company and couldn't find much information about where we were supposed to go or what to do when we arrived. The Blue & Gold Fleet staff were incredibly helpful and worked with us to figure everything out and get us onto the boat at the last minute. That customer service really made a difference. Once we got on board, we headed straight to the top deck so we could get the best views. Definitely bring a jacket because it gets pretty breezy out on the water, even if it's warm on land! The cruise took us underneath the Golden Gate Bridge and all the way around Alcatraz, while giving us views of so many of San Francisco's iconic sights. It was such a great way to get introduced to the Bay and learn a little about the history of the area. The narration is done through an audio recording, and that was probably my biggest complaint. It was sometimes difficult to hear because there were so many people on the boat moving around, talking, and taking pictures. I found myself paying more attention to the views than the narration. But the views were absolutely worth it! I got some amazing photos, and being out on the water gave us a completely different perspective of San Francisco. For the price, I thought it was a great experience. It wasn't overly expensive, the staff was helpful, and it was such a fun and relaxing way to start our trip. If you're visiting San Francisco for the first time, I definitely recommend getting out on the Bay and seeing the city from the water!

I took a boat ride with the Blue and Gold Fleet, and at first, the prices seemed pretty expensive…read more However, we saw they have combined packages, and for our group of 12 people, it ended up being 300 dollars for a 1 hour ride. A major pro tip is that while they tell you to arrive about 15 minutes early, you should definitely come 30 to 45 minutes early if you can because people start showing up early to snag all the great seating spots. Overall, the time on the boat was very comfortable, we got to see a lot of cool things, and they have some tour info that plays in the background. The only thing that saddened me was that there were no available trips to Alcatraz. I believe they only had one trip per day at 10am, and my group would have absolutely loved to go. I would probably look around to see if there are any other Alcatraz accessible boats next time, but if they added more time slots in the future, I would love to try them again. The boat also sells snacks to enjoy at a reasonable price and has restrooms you can use. Ultimately, I have no complaints other than the lack of Alcatraz trips.

Such a fun experience a must on your San Fran bucketlist! The views were immaculate and the…read morehandsome boat captain Jared was knowledgeable On history of the monuments as well as giving reccomendations on where to eat will definitely Come back to ride again!

This was the best tour and boat ride ever! The captain is funny and very knowledgeable. We were…read moreable to see so much of the bay.

Everything! From cost, ease of booking, flexibility, wonderful crew-Effe and Ruby! And they…read moreproduced glorious weather!

Went out on the Bay Wolf today, with captain Ruby and crew Fallon. There were 10 of us in my party…read more We spread my wife's ashes in Kirby Cove, in the same spot where we spread my mother-in-law and father-in-law's ashes some years before. Ruby and Fallon were wonderful, showing a true love of the sea and answering our many questions about landmarks, currents and wildlife as we sailed out on the bay. I think my wife would have approved; we did it up right. Thanks so much to Neptune Memorials for making this a wonderful day.

A day to remember. After speaking with Captain Brian I was convinced this would be the service we…read morewould use to scatter my son's ashes. The day could not have been more perfect, exceeding my expectations in every way. The grace, kindness , and professionalism extended to us by the Captain and First Mate, Jim will always be remembered. My family and I would highly recommend Marin Memorial Services. We thank you for making our son's farewell a beautiful and memorable experience.

I was worried it wasn't going to go well since I've been holding the ashes for over a year but I am…read moreso relieved how easy and laid back the experience went. I wanted it to be meaningful. It was everything!