Blue & Gold Fleet is one of the most popular ferry services in the Bay Area, serving thousands of tourists and locals each year. Turn to them for a cruise around the San Francisco Bay, a trip to Alcatraz Island, or transportation to an amusement park in Vallejo. Some other tours offered go to attractions like Yosemite, Monterey, Carmel, the wine country, Angel Island, Muir Woods, Tiburon and Sausalito.
This place offers a unique opportunity to see many different species of marine wildlife first hand. On an eight-hour cruise you'll travel to the Farallon Islands, located 25 miles off the coast of San Francisco. The Farallon Islands and its surrounding water is rich with whales, dolphins and porpoises and sea birds. In fact, it is the home of the largest population of breeding seabirds in the contiguous United States. Thanks to an upswelling of nutrient-rich waters, it is a renowned place to view humpback and gray whales in the summer and fall.
Pleasantly sailing through the entire San Francisco Bay Area, Escape from the Rock is particularly famed for unearthing and exploring the mysteries of the notorious Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary, a maximum-security prison, where tales of the 'Alcatraz Escape' and its most notable residents like John Anglin and Al Capone are retold. Traversing the Golden Gate Bridge, visitors get to pleasantly view the Angel Island as well as the city's breathtaking skyline. The tour lasts for 90 minutes; they have on board accessible audio guides to offer the visitors a better picture of the history of 'The Rock'. Complete with a stunning line-up of DJs, music systems and more, the cruise also has provisions for themed events, private events and other special occasions.
Fume Blanc Commodore is a luxurious yacht that offers public and private cruises.
Hornblower Yachts Berkeley have been a state tradition since the year 1980. Founded by Terry MacRae, the yachts sail out of Berkeley's breezy port and proffer unbeatable entertainment and dining experiences aboard. The yacht charters' fleet comprises of the dainty Empress Hornblower ideal for swanky events, Commodore Hornblower, Pacific Hornblower with modish facilities and the Sunset Hornblower for small to medium scale events. Stirring across seven ports of the state and New York, Hornblower Yachts are idyllic choices for galas, corporate bashes, weddings and other intimate celebrations.
Providing top-notch tours and excursions of the San Francisco Bay Area, including the Golden Gate Bridge and the famed sea lions of Pier 39. As the cruise sails past resplendent waters, witness the marvelous San Francisco skyline unravel before your eyes. Complete with indoor and outdoor seating as well as an audio narration of the tour, SF Bay Cruise Adventure, which traverses the city's historic as well as cultural landmarks, is sure to reserve a special place in your heart by the end of the tour.