---
title: Bay Sail on San Francisco Bay
slug: bay-sail-san-francisco-bay-cruise
type: attraction
sub_type: sailing
source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/bay-sail-san-francisco-bay-cruise
city: San Francisco
state: CA
country: US
address: Beach St & The Embarcadero, Pier 39
geo:
  lat: 37.80812
  lng: -122.40936
duration: up to 1.5 hrs
cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 2 days before the experience.
extracted_at: 2026-06-16T16:59:37.898Z
price_from:
  amount: 65
  currency: USD
  unit: per_adult
availability: InStock
rating:
  value: 5
  count: 1138
  scale: 5
ticket_options:
  - group: Other Options
    options:
      - name: Bay Cruise
        price: 60.59
        regular_price: 65
        savings: 4.41
        ticket_types:
          - name: Adult (13+ yrs)
            min_age: 13
          - name: Child (6-12 yrs)
            min_age: 6
            max_age: 12
          - name: Child FREE w/ paying Adult ticket (0-5 yrs)
            min_age: 0
            max_age: 5
---
## Overview

Looking for the best views of San Francisco? Hop on an Adventure Cat catamaran for a San Francisco Bay cruise to see Alcatraz Island, the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge, beaches, and marine wildlife including sea lions, dolphins, and whales.

## What's Included
- Admission to the San Francisco Bay sailing cruise
- Audio tour available in 7 languages
- Opportunity to take the helm and steer the boat
- Access to inside cabins and deck trampolines
- Captain and crew assistance, including photos and questions

## What's Not Included
- Snacks and drinks (available for purchase on board)

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## Ticket Options

- **Bay Cruise** — $60.59 (regularly $65.00, save $4.41)
  See fantastic views of Alcatraz Island, the city skyline, Golden Gate Bridge and Pacific Ocean aboard this 90-minute San Francisco Bay catamaran cruise. Look for the famous Pier 39 sea lions and other wildlife along the way.
  - Adult (13+ yrs)
  - Child (6-12 yrs)
  - Child FREE w/ paying Adult ticket (0-5 yrs)

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## Good to Know
* Arrive 30 minutes prior to scheduled sail.  
* Located at Pier 39, Gate J, next to the sea lions.  
* Bring a jacket and wear soft-soled shoes.  
* Tour duration is approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes.  
* Snacks and drinks are available for purchase on board.

## Cancellation Policy

Free Changes & Cancellations — See details upon selection.

## FAQs

### Will I get wet?

If you’re outside on the trampolines, there is a pretty good chance you’ll get wet. If you don’t want to get wet, you can stay in the cabin. With a 360-degree view, you won’t miss a thing.

### Will I get seasick?

Probably not. Since the catamaran is so stable most people don’t have any problems. If you are susceptible to seasickness, you may want to get a patch or some seasick pills.

### What if I forget a jacket and it gets cold?

They have some jackets on board that you are welcome to use. Jackets are available on a first come, first served basis.

### Do you have life jackets for kids and adults?

Yes, life jackets for kids and adults are available.

### Is the cabin heated?

Yes, the cabin is heated.

### Do they serve food or drinks on board?

For Adventure Cat's daytime sail, they do not serve any food or drinks, but you can purchase wine, beer, soft drinks and snacks at their bar for cash or credit. The sunset sail includes lights hors-d'oeuvres and one complimentary drink with each ticket. You can purchase additional drinks or snacks as well.

### What exactly do I see on the sail?

On your scenic sail around the San Francisco Bay, you’ll sail by historic Alcatraz Island, get a unique view as you sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, take plenty of photos of the breathtaking San Francisco city skyline and pass by a colony of sea lions or even spot some whales.

### Are there bathrooms aboard the boats?

Yes, there is a clean bathroom for both boats.

### What should I wear?

People who go on Adventure Cat 1 or Adventure Cat 2 usually wear jeans, a tee shirt or sweatshirt, tennis shoes, and bring a jacket. If it’s a special occasion, they might get all dressed up.

### What happens if it rains?

Severe weather in this area of California is rare and cruises will proceed as scheduled in light rain and other mild weather conditions. Both their boats have 360-degree, protected viewing areas! In the rare event that they have to cancel a cruise, you will have the opportunity to reschedule your tickets (subject to availability) or receive credit towards a future event.