San Francisco Bay Adventure Sightseeing Cruise | 1 hour 30 minutes

336 Reviews | San Francisco
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Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
11:30 am 90 Min Touch of Gold
2 Adults x $109.00
$218.00
Approx Total
$218.00
RHIB Fast Boat
4:30 pm Touch of Gold
2 Adults x $109.00
$218.00
Approx Total
$218.00
4:30pm: Travel faster, farther and closer to the sights then any tour boat on the bay! Under the Golden Gate Bridge, Past Alcatraz and all along the San Francisco waterfront. Narrated by your Captain
1:30 pm Touch of Gold
2 Adults x $109.00
$218.00
Approx Total
$218.00
RHIB Fast Boat

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Weather gear (West Marine jacket & Helly Hansen pants)
  • Live commentary on board
  • Gratuities

Overview

If you are looking for a more personal atmosphere with a small private group and you enjoy adventure, then we are the experience you are looking for! Departing from world famous Pier 39, you'll be outfitted with foul weather gear to keep you warm and dry from the occasional splash. You'll board our 12-passenger Rigid Inflatable Boat "Bay Voyager" and rest comfortable and warm while making the best memories of your vacation. Narrated by your captain, you will see and hear about the history of San Francisco Bay and what makes this bay so vital to life in San Francisco. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring a more personalized adventure and sell out during the summer months.

Meeting points

We are located at Gate “ i ” ( i as in INDIA) on the West side of PIER 39, down by the world famous sea lions.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Pier 39

    Departing from World Famous PIER 39.

    5 minutes

  • Ferry Building Marketplace

    Completed in 1898 and survived the 1906 Earth Quake and fire, the Ferry Building is a must visit spot if looking for delicious food.

    5 minutes

  • Golden Gate Bridge

    Completed in 1937, the Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the one-mile-wide strait connecting San Francisco Bay and Marin County.

    8 minutes

  • Presidio of San Francisco

    Established in 1776, The Presidio is the former military base that stretched along the San Francisco waterfront near the Golden Gate Bridge.

    5 minutes

  • Fort Point National Historic Site

    Fort Point is a Civil War Fortification completed in 1861. Built to protect the opening of San Francisco Bay, it was never used in teh defense of San Francisco Bay.

    5 minutes

  • San Francisco – Oakland Bay Bridge

    Completed in 1936, the Bay Bridge was opened one year prior to the Golden Gate Bridge.

    5 minutes

  • Mile Rocks Lighthouse

    Now abandoned Miles Rock Lighthouse acts as the demarcation line between San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.

    5 minutes

  • Coit Tower (Pass By)

    Coit Tower is a 210-foot tower in the Telegraph Hill neighborhood of San Francisco, California, offering panoramic views over the city and the bay. The tower, in the city's Pioneer Park, was built between 1932 and 1933 using Lillie Hitchcock Coit's bequest to beautify the city of San Francisco.

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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
  • It is recommended to dress in layers, including warm socks, gloves, camera, lip balm, and sunglasses
  • Minimum age is 5 years
  • You must arrive 30 minutes prior to departure to get suited up, safety instructions & Boarding.

Free Cancellation

June 18100% refund
June 19No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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336 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
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Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 332 reviews with 5 stars

Family Fun!

Published on Dec, 2024

Captain Ed did a great job! Loved the small group tour. Definitely got to see more of the bay than previous boat tours we have been on. Recommend this experience for anyone visiting SF.

Best experience with out of town family

Published on Oct, 2024

This takes sightseeing to a whole new level--the perfect way to spend time with out of town family. Even locals will learn new history and see the city from a new perspective. Just gorgeous and so fun! Captain Charles is an expert on SF bay history and sprinkles the tour with plenty of humor. We all had a blast and will remember this trip!

Beautiful view of the shoreline and city.

Published on Oct, 2024

Jarrod was our Captain and guide. He provided a wonderful history of the area and an excellent overview of the ecosystem. We had an amazing encounter with a humpback whale beyond the Golden Gate Bridge The zodiac raft/Vhull was very solid and handled all the wave conditions smoothly. Thank Jarrod for a great family experience.

Captain Awesome Turned a Great Trip into an Unforgettable Experience!

Published on Sep, 2024

I'm not usually the 'leave a review" type of guy, so you know this experience had to be something awesome. Our captain was a total rockstar. Warm, friendly, and chill vibes all around. He didn't just guide the trip, he elevated it from a fun time to a "feel good, let's do this again" trip. Huge shoutout for making us want to come back again!! We were on the Friday, August 30th, 2024, 4:30PM - 6:00PM trip, and it was absolutely worth every second!

Fabulous Tour

Published on Aug, 2024

My husband and I enjoyed this tour so very much! Captain Charles was such a fun, kind, and knowledgeable tour guide! Love all the historical facts he shared! You have to try this, you will not be disappointed!

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