Perfect experience for a special occasion. Captain Andrew delivered! He was knowledgeable and so…read morefriendly. Definitely recommend this private excursion.

Awesome experience with capt. Andrew and missy. We booked the mayflower for a 5pm sailing on the…read more4th. Not only is the boat amazing, but everyone was taking pictures of it as we passed by! The crew wore masks whenever they were within 6 feet of us. Everything was clean - we felt very safe. I highly recommend booking a trip with the lively schooner if you are looking to enjoy a day on one of their amazing boats. They are taking covid-19 seriously, and I am grateful for that!

Paid in full for a course taught at the high school. When it came time to schedule the dives, Mike…read morestopped responding to emails, phone calls, and the website contact form. Like a previous reviewer, we paid in full and were completely ghosted.

Completely ghosted several high-school students who paid in full to get a complete scuba…read morecertification. No returned emails, no returned phone call for almost 2 years now. Very disappointing

THE BEST BIRTHDAY EVER!…read more Captain Nick and his crew were nice and catered to our needs. Super friendly and they enjoyed going out. Day started out by getting our pre game at American junkie, our time started at 11am so they started loading us on at 10:45ish. Once we got on, we had a quick safety meeting and then they let us crank the tunes once we were out on the canal. We brought some snacks for everyone like chips and muffins. Drinks were being served, suggest bringing cash, but they did have a square machine for card. We had 50 people on board and it was so much fun dancing, drinking and different friends coming together. Highly suggest Hit up Kyle Phelps!

BIGGEST SCAM EVER!!! i booked this yacht for my wedding after party. they bailed on me 3 weeks…read morebefore the wedding... they said they would provide me full refund. they didnt go through with their word so i had to report them through paypal since thats how i had originally paid them. biggest flake ever and all they want is money! dont ever use these people, his ex assistant even warned me!

BEST DAY EVER ON THE WATER!!! I wanted to do something special for my son for his 15th birthday…read more I called SoCal Charters and arranged to take my son and some of his fiends out on a private whale watching trip and we had THE BEST TIME EVER!!! Captain Jeff was just fantastic. He gave us a great tour of Newport Harbor pointing out the various points of interest along the way. Once we cleared the harbor and opened the throttles up and really started to fly across the water. The whales are still enjoying the warm waters and we saw some amazing marine life. The boat is really nice and holds up to six passengers and has an amazing Tuna Tower where the kids had a great time hanging out and looking out for whales. I would definitely recommend SoCal Charters to anyone looking for a private whale watching trip, harbor cruise or maybe even a romantic dinner cruise (without the kids, of course)!

Wow! What an amazing day we had with Jeff at SoCal Charters. I called a day in advance and reserved…read morea whale watching trip for my hubby and I the next day. It's been on our bucket list for years and I was looking for something more intimate than the larger boats I've seen before. Jeff was very easy-going, nice and professional.. The boat was exceptionally clean and comfortable and I loved the name, "wasabi". Within the first hour Jeff spotted a huge Blue whale! We were able to view it multiple times. I appreciated that he took his time for it to re-surface, and asked us whether we were okay moving on in search of other things. Shortly after we ran into a pod of Bottlenose Dolphins, and after that a huge pod of Common Dolphins that played right along his boat. We will definitely be back. Thank you again for the five star experience!

They will rip you off like they did to us, do not use them!!! Worst service agreement ever! I…read morewould recommend using another place... This guy will do anything to take your money.. Very unhappy coustomer

Great service all the way around. My representatives were Kim and Joe and they were superior in…read moretheir customer service. This is my second time using this company and I plan to continue with them. We rented a JetSki on the most recent trip. The rental process was well-laid out and the pick-up process was straightforward. Thorough directions were given regarding safe operation and all questions were answered. Drop-off was smooth as well. I have been very impressed with their professionalism overall. Thanks Kim and Joe...we had a great experience! Michael

So ive had the pleasure of using Azteca for a few months now and I am definitely impressed. Always…read moreon time and always quality work performed. The clean my hull and wash the boat. Definitely high quality and detail oriented. Always willing to go above and beyond what is expected and deliver more.

Excellent service, helped me with my propeller which was loose, did a great job repairing it in the…read morewater, and cleaning of my boat bottom as well, highly recommend this company.

Elijah and Brooke were amazing hosts! They were kind, welcoming and personable. My sister and I…read morebooked a cruise on their boat for our birthday and it definitely did not disappoint. The weather was sunny and a mix of wind here and there was a great balance for today's weather. There were blankets, a bluetooth speaker, extra pillows, glasses and space for food/drinks. The boat and experience was clean, organized and enjoyable. We had a view of the water the entire time and it was nice to relax, enjoy our choice of music and chat. After the boat ride, the Marina is close to Lido Village where there are shops, food and coffee if you wanted to grab something after or stay in the area. The location is great for a day out and about for several fun things to do after! I would highly recommend booking something with them as it was a great experience!

We booked The Boat People Cruise for our 10th anniversary, and honestly, it was one of those rare…read moreexperiences that stays with you long after it's over. We wanted something intimate, peaceful, and special, and that's exactly what we got. From the very beginning, Brooke made us feel welcome and comfortable. Nothing felt rushed or forced. It was a perfect balance between being attentive and giving us our space, which made the experience feel genuinely personal. The cruise itself was beautifully paced. The views were stunning, the atmosphere was romantic without trying too hard, and everything felt thoughtfully put together. It allowed us to truly disconnect, reflect, and celebrate a milestone that means a lot to us. What I appreciated most was how authentic the service felt. It wasn't flashy or scripted, just warm, professional, and heartfelt. You could tell they care about creating meaningful moments for their guests. If you're celebrating an anniversary, a special occasion, or simply want a memorable experience with someone you love, The Boat People Cruise is absolutely worth it. We're so glad we chose them.

This experience was amazing! Daniela's hospitality will make you feel welcomed and taken care of as…read moreif you were in a five-star hotel. The catamaran is spacious, immaculately clean, and has plenty of spaces to kick your feet up and relax while you sail the open ocean. Captain Colin also allowed us to join him up top at the captain's quarters to get a birds-eye view while we sipped on a cocktail. Thank you for a moment I will never forget and I highly recommend you book your next castaway with Fair Winds Charter!

Daniela's warm and welcoming personality will make you feel special from the moment you step…read moreaboard. She brings a remarkable level of professionalism and passion to the industry, ensuring every customer enjoys a top-notch experience. The attention to detail and commitment to excellence are evident in every aspect of their service. Anticipating many wonderful voyages with Fair Winds Charter!