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What can I do on a Skippered Sail?

A Skippered Sail lets you experience the best of San Francisco Bay by sailboat. With the help of one of our experienced US Coast Guard Licensed Captains you will choose an itinerary to fit your goals for the day. Each Skippered Charter is a minimum of four hours long and customized for private events of one to six people.


Birthday Parties and Family Gatherings

Celebrating a loved one or friend’s birthday? A skippered cruise is a unique experience that will make lifelong memories. Gather your closest crew and head out to the San Francisco Bay. Bring a picnic lunch or plan to BBQ on the boat. We will help you plan accordingly.

Anniversaries and Engagements Aboard a Sailboat

Nothing says romance like sunset sailing on the San Francisco Bay. Celebrate a special moment in a special place. We’re experts on the bay and will help you plan your marriage proposal under the Golden Gate Bridge or in front of AT&T park.

Popular Sailing Destinations

There are many sights to see on San Francisco Bay. We’ll help you plan an appropriate course for the length of your sail and your goals for the day. Popular destinations include sailing past the city front of San Francisco, Sausalito, Tiburon, or Belvedere, under the Golden Gate Bridge or Bay Bridge, and anchoring at Angel Island for lunch or at AT&T Park for a baseball game.


Dock and Dine

The Bay has many options for docking and dining. Book your Skippered Sail and go to Pier 1.5 on the San Francisco Embarcadero, Jack London Square in Oakland, or at the guest dock in Tiburon to have lunch or dinner. You will sail to and from your destination enjoying breathtaking views of the bay along the way.

Private Sailing Lessons

Is there a specific sailing skill you'd like to refresh, practice, or hone with professional guidance? Most of our captains are also ASA-certified instructors. 

Corporate Events and Team Building

Charter our entire fleet and several coaches to host a Corporate Regatta for your company. Each boat will have a seasoned and licensed Captain who will coach each team across the finish line. Learn more about the Corporate Regatta Challenge here.

Ready to book a Skippered Sail?

Email us at office@modernsailing.com or give us a call at (415) 331-8250.

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  • Andrew Goble, San Francisco

    It has been wonderful sailing with MSC over the years. Please extend my thanks to the owners, management, and staff for unrequited professionalism and high standards in a charter fleet. I have sailed with several in my years and none nearly hold a candle to the quality of business and staff at Modern Sailing.

  • Warren Leiden, Member

    I try to get out on the water every week: out the Gate, around Angel, up Raccoon - I love it all. After 18 years as a member of OCSC in Berkeley, I learned to sail the bigger boats at Modern by taking ASA 103 and 104. My ASA 104 instructor Dave Russell was terrific. Also, Captain Bill Moreland has been very generous in giving informal advice whenever I’ve asked him. Thanks to Bill, I no longer have any anxiety about docking!

  • Steve Hood, Basic Coastal Cruising

    I would definitely recommend Modern Sailing to anyone who is interested in learning to sail the right way.

  • Alisa Driscoll, Dual Site Member

    Here are some snaps of Our Saturday, August 20, 2022 Modern Sailing Expedition with Captain Robert Bivin, who was outstanding. Please convey photos and thanks to him. He is an outstanding individual, leader and sailing instructor. His knowledge and experience made us all feel safe and our Farallones Day Trip educational and just amazing. 

  • David Dolenc, Member

    I love sailing in the San Francisco Bay and greatly appreciate everything that MSC has to offer, the classes, clinics, club sails, racing and charters. I enjoy our supportive sailing community and use every opportunity to spend time on the water. After obtaining the certifications from MSC I did my first charter in Croatia in 2022 with my family. It was amazing and we’re looking forward to returning soon!

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