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    Bay Lights Charters

    5.0 (170 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Rocio G.

    What a great experience! I booked this trip as a corporate outing and our team loved it. From beginning to end, Allie and the team were very quick to reply with our questions and they made the entire planning process easy and smooth! The day of the trip we were greeted by the crew and greeted with a glass of champagne. We sailed around the Bay (took off from Alameda which was very convenient with plenty of parking) and made it to the bridge. We used their downstairs area where there was a beautiful spread set up and it was more spacious than I expected. The boat was beautiful, seemed well kept and safe. We had a great time!! We will book again for sure.

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    maria c.

    The sailboat made my 50th a birthday to remember, everybody had a grand time and we enjoyed a unique experience. The crew was fantastic, accommodating and delightful. the Gaslight is extremely well appointed with everything a creature of comfort may desire, toilets, jackets, full bar, blankets, hats.. beautiful boat.

    Mr M.

    The crew was awesome, very accommodating and friendly. The ship itself was amazing with lots of room above and below deck to hang out. The food they catered in was also really good. We really got lucky with the weather, but it would have been nothing without the super friendly crew. Thank you so much, I cannot wait to sail with you again.

    Lovely evening

    LOVE IT!! What an awesome experience Food sure seeing drinks sunset ..... so lovely Cozy romantic exciting all in one package I

    Akshay G.

    I thought this was going to be the usual commercialised touristy thing that most groups end up doing. I was surprised. This was a great time from the moment I was greeted. A classic vessel, incredible food spread and bar, staff who became friends, and an impeccable route. It was an amazing Monday afternoon!

    So cool epic and awesome. I had a good time. Crew was great. Very kind and helpful. Would go again!!

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    29 days ago

    Invited for 40th birthday on charted cruise. Bay lights staff was very welcoming and paid attention to the needs of all the guests

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    The sail boat was clean and well maintained. The weather was amazing and we had a good time.

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    7 months ago

    Such a great experience! The team was clear on the safety protocols. Great views of the bay. Would definitely recommend!

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    5 months ago

    very friendly and fun crew, had a lovely time. the views are gorgeous. I felt very safe and cared for the whole time

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    10 months ago

    So much fun! A great afternoon on the bay! Amazing views, super friendly crew, and great drinks.

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    9 months ago

    Amazing crew and bartenders! Take the crews and enjoy some sun. Wish I could have stayed longer!

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    1 year ago

    Amazing crew. Order of operations to keep everyone safe. We look forward to chartering this boat again! Great time on the water!

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    9 months ago

    fantastic trip! Would definitely do it again!! Friendly helpful staff and made you feel so we'll taken care of.

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    10 months ago

    We had such a fabulous time on our client outing! The crew was very professional and friendly.

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    9 months ago

    So much fun. Staff made sure we had a great time. Can't say enough about the experience. Highly recommend!!

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    1 year ago

    A great evening sailing in the Bay. The crew is awesome and it was a blast. Good food and great company

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    Everything...fabulous trip great crew....sail was beautiful. Wonderful food served and champagne greeting...

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    It was great! Highly recommend. Incredible crew! They took excellent care of us and I have nothing negative to say!

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    Loved having You on board! Come back soon!

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