it was great! The weather was perfect. The boat crew and educators were knowledgeable and friendly…read more And we saw a blue whale!

the company was very good about sending a reminder about our reservation. The cruise was…read morecomfortable, and we saw whales!! We saw a mother and child finned whale, multiple times. The captain did a great job positioning the boat so everyone got a good view. All in all a great experience.

I've Rented this bot 3 times was amazing , seamless booking . Beautiful boat highly recommend.read more

What an amazing experience. Kevin, Gabe, and the entire crew were nothing short of amazing! The…read moreboat was beautiful and clean. I highly recommend!

Jack was our gondolier on a Saturday afternoon . Really fun time to spend on the water . Jack knew…read morea lot about several homes in the marina . Highly recommend gondola getaway for a relaxing afternoon . We brought a bottle of champagne to enjoy our voyage .

Hubby booked a gondola through this company 30 years ago as a surprise for our 1st date. We never…read moremade it because back then I got seasick easily and didn't want to risk it. Fast forward...I now have sealegs (which you don't need) so I booked a gondola to see the Naples Christmas lights to get a different view. The weekend before, friends and I walked the canal after the Belmont Shore Christmas Parade, so you can imagine the crowds of people going to see the Naples lights. The gondola is a much better way to see the lights. Booking online was simple. I received a confirmation email and in the email was what to expect. If you bring beverages, they provide a cooler/ice bucket with ice and cups. Connor was our gondolier and he was an absolute champ. He paddled through the canal so quickly that we had more time left on our cruise, so he took us out to the bay which was deserted, but peaceful. We had such a great time thanks to Connor! I highly recommend Gondola Getaway. Their staff is so friendly and knowledgeable. It's well worth the $267.50 (pre tip).

It was amazing me and my Wife and my sister in law and sister on Valentine the crew and the Chef's…read morethe food the Drinks wow nice everything was ready for all the guests we got our seats and drinks, champagne at arrival Love it plenty plenty of food the Desserts were Delicious me and my guests said we would Definitely come again the Ambience was superb great weather that day the ocean was clam wow couldn't ask for anymore great deal

Spectacular experience AGAIN. Hosted a family party for moms…read more90th Birthday about 68 of us attended. Staff was so supportive. Dinner plentiful and delicious . All of the praises I heard satisfy the wish come true for a very happy birthday. Thank you!

I found Boat & Bottle when looking for a memorable experience to take my wife on for our first…read moreValentine's Day as a married couple, and I am very glad I did. Captain Sebastian was super friendly and a fantastic communicator, making sure we had all the information we needed to make it to the launch ramp on time (directions, parking, etc.). We got lucky and caught a SpaceX launch from the boat, which was surreal to see. We opted for the V-day package which included flowers, chocolates, and balloons and really added to the ambience. Overall it was a magical night, and I highly recommend to anyone looking for a unique date night.

I booked a boat and bottle for my sister's birthday. Captain Sebastian was kind, communicative, and…read morean all around amazing host! We will definitely be booking again!!

Everyone was so nice if you go on the weekend in the evening go on the boat ride first before you…read morego to San Pedro Fish Market. This gives the line time to die down while you enjoy your boat ride. Boats are awesome and they have drinks bar, sodas, and snacks all covered lots of fun great value.

Top notch customer service! We had a gift certificate that I accidentally let expire. They honored…read morethe certificate almost 2 years after the expiration date. On top of that, I had to re schedule once due to food poisoning. I emailed them and they responded promptly saying no problem and to just let them know when we wanted to re schedule. The day we went was also great. We saw multiple whales and dolphins, and the narrator was delightful. Parking at the Aquarium was full so we parked at The Pike Parking for $12 - I think you might be able to get it validated down to $8 but not totally sure cuz we didn't. They really care about helping out patrons and delivered a wonderful experience. Would def recommend.

Phenomenal experience! They gave us memories for a lifetime. We saw multiple whales (although we…read moreknow this cannot be guaranteed), and so many dolphins. They were very knowledgeable and worked hard to ensure they delivered a remarkable experience.

I had a great time with Captain Steve. I actually did two whale watching trips this January hoping…read moreto see the orcas. The first time, I went with Harbor Breeze on their big boat, the second was with SoCal Whale Watching on a much smaller rigid inflatable boat. The pluses are that you covered more ground and therefore have a chance to see more animals. I think Captain Steve covered about x5 the distance on his boat in comparison to the much slower big boat. You are also down low and next to the water, which means you can see the animals up close. The main downside is that it is not as comfortable as the bigger boat and you have to remember to bundle up really warm. Don't worry about getting sea sick though. Big boats tend to roll a lot, whereas this little boat was surprisingly smooth. You have less of a chance of getting sea sick on this little boat. We had some chop and a fair swell, and it didn't affect me at all. It is not uncomfortable or bumpy, but there is no cabin or restroom like on a big boat. Captain Steve was friendly and knew his marine biology really well. He answered questions and explained things as we went. On our trip, we got to see a giant pod of common dolphins, a big fin whale, and the two gray whales. We started out due west and made it about halfway to Catalina, and then went northeast and ended up off of Palos Verde. We covered a lot of square miles. Unfortunately, no orcas, but I was very pleased with the trip.

We booked a New Year's Eve dinner cruise expecting a reasonably comfortable dinner experience. That…read moreexpectation was not met. There was not enough indoor seating for all guests, and many people were forced onto an upper deck on a cold, rainy night. The upper deck was poorly covered, wet, and uncomfortable, which made it difficult to eat or enjoy the evening. The food quality was poor, items ran out multiple times, and plates and utensils were unavailable at points. Overall, the operation felt overcrowded and disorganized, and it was not an enjoyable way to spend New Year's Eve. After significant back‑and‑forth, Spirit Cruises did eventually issue a refund by check, which I appreciate. However, that does not change how disappointing the actual experience was. I would not recommend this company for a special occasion.

June 28, 2025 | Long Beach | While walking around the festive & colorful Shoreline Village, a…read morefriend and I were passing a lime green building and noticed a sign advertising a cruise! What a fun & spontaneous thing to do & so we did on a Saturday afternoon! Hahaha! Boat | Roomy, spacious & clean! We sat at the top of the boat! The views were fantastic! Plenty of other boats/ships/yachts passed by along the way! It was a really beautiful day as well & simply, relaxing! I recommend bringing sunglasses and or sun hat if you're going to sit at the top of the boat, especially on a sunny day! Cruise | Informative! We were given the history of Long Beach, cruised by plenty of colorful shipping containers, as well as enjoyed the gorgeous views of Long Beach! The person on the loudspeaker did a fantastic job! I'm new to exploring the Long Beach area, so the information was helpful! Other Passengers | While chatting with my friend, a woman from Pacific Palisades joined us! She had a margarita in one hand and a big personality in the other hand! Haha! She had me laughing, nearly nonstop! She was hilarious, which made the boat ride even more fun! She even turned up music on her iPhone to add to the ambience! Good times, great energy! Cost: $19 per person! Score! The cruise was about an hour! Customer Service | The woman who booked us on the last-minute cruise, which was leaving in less than five minutes, was so friendly! She was personality plus, thanks again! The Captain was friendly as well! I spoke to him as we were exiting the boat & thanked him for a great cruise! Overall | What a fun cruise! I would highly recommend if you were visiting Long Beach, especially had friends and family in town to show them around; another fun thing to add to your list! Let's go!

There are two options to get to Catalina island: ferry or flight…read more We bought a one day two way ferry ticket from Long Beach to Avalon. The weekend tickets sells out fast, please reserve at least one month ahead. I could not find any regular tickets by the time I booked our seats and had to change our plan to a Sunday with inside cabin seat. I had seasickness while seating inside and had to come out to the desk to sooth myself. The regular open air ticket costs about $88 but the inside cabin is about ~$134. The inside cabin ticket includes a free drink and a small snack ( cookies vs pretzels). There is restroom conveniently located inside. Staffs are courteous and friendly.

This ferry is how we got from Long Beach to Catalina for Christmas Day. It was a rough ride over…read morethere because of the massive storms they were having there as we were having here in Reno. A few of my family members for a little sea sick so Dramamine was going to be needed for the trip back. My daughter upgraded us to the commodore lounge which had snacks and drinks included. You could also sit outside if you wanted but we were happy with our seats inside. The trip only takes one hour which is convenient for sure. The schedule is pretty good for coming and going. The staff helps you with your baggage when you get on the boat right away and stows it near the exits. Smart. This is the only way to get here unless you have your own boat and slip for it. It's a must if you decide to live here! Really nice, well done!

I've never been jet skiing before so I didn't know what to expect. I was greeted by Katherine and…read moreshe was ultra helpful, explained the rules in a way a beginner can understand, and answered all of my questions. The jet skiing experience itself was great. Good views of the Queen Mary, saw some seals and birds. I highly recommend this place. Will come back!

My best friend and I reserved some wave runners from this location. I usually wave run at other…read morelocations but thought this would be a good location with great views. The weather was great and it was not crowded on the water. We arrived on time for the instructions. The check-in area is just a wooden desk with no signage. The woman giving instructions and tips had no personality. She was very dry and I am not even sure she smiled once. She never said thanks for coming out, enjoy the time, etc. Nothing about her said that she nor the company was appreciative of our business. Even her tone sounded like she didn't want to be there that day. She asked for our driver's license and credit card, and told us to proceed down to the dock. I read some previous reviews and I am not sure is she is the same person other people have commented about. But the consistent theme is that she didn't seem happy and it comes across when speaking with customers. Maybe she was not feeling well or having a bad day. I don't know. Sometimes people are just having a day. We then proceeded down the ramp to the area where a few guys helped us obtain life jackets, board the crafts, and understand how to operate them. These guys (either 2 or 3 of them) were pretty awesome. They had great attitudes, seemed to like the job, and made us feel welcome. Before the Queen Mary, the runners are throttled to not go above 5 MPH, in the wake zone. After we passed the QM and a cruise ship, we opened it up and got some speed. The water was pretty smooth and the breeze felt great. The weather was mid-70s and the views were great, especially getting close to the island and tankers. After we returned from our time on the water and excited the craft, we proceeded up the ramp to the wooden table to retrieve our DL and CC. No one was there so we called the main number. One of the guys said the young lady that we received the instructions from would be back. After she returned, we asked her about our items and she said, "They're in a bench on the dock." Did she go get them for us? Of course not. We returned to the dock to find out our driver's licenses and credit cards were in an unlocked bench on the dock. Anyone could have stolen them and we would not have known until we returned. That is totally unacceptable. They should be held in a secure location. Overall, it was a pretty ok experience. They guys made it a better experience. The best part was enjoying the day with my best friend. I am always open to visiting again and updating my review based on that experience. PROS: * Some employees are a good representative of the company and are the reason I would come back, and why I am giving the business a 3-star rating rather than a 2. If my review was based on just the wave runner and the experience with the guys at the dock, it would be a 4-star rating. * Nice size wave runners. Good weight. * Beautiful views. * Good price. * Easy to make a reservation and complete the waiver online. * Nice opp to have lunch at the Maya Hotel afterward. CONS: * Parking is at the Maya. Not a deal breaker though. There's plenty of parking. It was $14 for the first hour and $5 every 20 minutes after. * No signage at the desk where people get instructions. * Employee low interest in our business (not all employees). * Driver's licenses and credit cards are not kept in a secure area that is not easily accessible.