Boat tours in Oakland, California.

Tours Reviews in Oakland

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   Katja

   Frostbite-Free Sailing Adventures - Catamaran w/ Sunroom - Captained

   The booking process was easy, and Jeremy was very quick to respond to any questions. On the day of our trip, we arrived about 50 minutes early due to light traffic, and the team was flexible enough to let us start about 20 minutes earlier so we could enjoy the great weather. During the 3-hour trip, we spent most of our time relaxing on the hammock, which comfortably fit three people at once. The team also provided very comfortable loungers for the other two members of our group. They were attentive throughout the trip and warned us about larger waves that might drench us while we were sitting on the hammock. Captain Efe regularly checked in to make sure we were doing well and happily explained what we were seeing around us, including the container ships, cranes, and the bay. We had an amazing trip. The boat is beautiful, and we felt safe and well taken care of the entire time. I would 100% recommend this experience and can’t wait to go out with Captain Efe again.

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   Arielle

   Sailing Charter On 72' Tall Ship on SF Bay, California- up to 49 passengers

   Our team had such an incredible experience! The boat was absolutely beautiful, exactly as pictured and even better in person. The crew was amazing! So friendly, attentive, and welcoming from start to finish. Couldn’t have asked for a better trip.Highly recommend!

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   Maria

   Sailing Charter On 72' Tall Ship on SF Bay, California- up to 49 passengers

   Had the most fabulous sunset cruise with spectacular views of the city and the bay. My Big-Birthday party went off without a hitch and couldn't have been more fun for me and all my guests. The crew was very accommodating and hosted us very well. Would highly recommend this experience and look forward to sailing with Gas Light again.

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   Catherine

   Sailing Charter On 72' Tall Ship on SF Bay, California- up to 49 passengers

   From the outset, the coordination and organization were nothing short of exceptional. Communication was clear and timely, the itinerary was well-planned, and every minute detail was considered and accounted for - a testament to the team’s commitment to providing a world-class sailing experience. We were greeted by an incredibly welcoming and skilled crew. The crew had notable warmth and approachability, providing not just safe navigation, but also a friendly atmosphere that brought our group even closer together. The food was delicious and they thought of many details - blankets, jackets, helped us take photos, etc.

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   Eva

   Sailing Charter On 72' Tall Ship on SF Bay, California- up to 49 passengers

   Bay Lights Charters is a very special group who it was a privilege to work with. If you are debating which company to go with, these guys are the real deal. Both extremely personable and professional, Allie, Captain Steve, and their crew are beyond capable; their experience working together as a crew clearly translates into impressively efficient task delegation beyond sailing - such as with decor & catering set up & other logistics. They were fun to hangout with during the trip, took great photos & videos, and facilitated a very personalized experience. Not to mention how beautiful the Gaslight sailboat is. Thank you so much Allie, Steve, James, Andora, and Dan!

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   Andrea

   Sailing Charter On 72' Tall Ship on SF Bay, California- up to 49 passengers

   We had the BEST time aboard the Gas Light. We chartered this beauty for a work event, approx. ~24 adults. Many were from out of town and loved the experience and opportunity to see San Francisco from this vantagepoint. As a Bay Area native, I also loved experiencing this part of our beautiful city. The crew was AWESOME, extremely attentive and made themselves available for any possible request- it was clear their goal was to make this a wonderful experience. Allie made the booking process smooth, clear, and easy. She was always available to answer my (many) questions. We also enjoyed drinks and catering, and we were very happy with the spread (many options available). I look forward to chartering the Gas Light again for a personal event!