I did my open water, refresher, and advanced scuba courses with Harbor Dive and it was fantastic…read more SHOP The staff at the shop are very knowledgeable and can literally answer any question you have. They also have high end equipment for sale and rent. I ended up buying my Suunto D5 dive watch here that I can't stop wearing! I bought all my personal gear here and very happy with it. I have always rented the rest of the gear and they have worked great for me. You can tell that their equipment is well taken care of hence why I keep getting my gear from here. COURSES Michael was the instructor for all my courses and always went above and beyond to make sure you were confident and SAFE in the water. He answers any questions you have and you can tell he has a lot of knowledge and experience about diving that he shares. It was also nice to know that you were diving with a PRO/S. ADVANCED OPEN WATER The courses were always well organized from start to finish. You knew what you were doing for each hour of the day give and take some delays. This information was provided to you prior to the course as PDF. I did my advanced course at San Carlos Beach, Monterey. The day starts at 7 AM and by the time you get there, Michael and staff have already began setting up a big green tent that you cannot miss from the water. They even brought coolers full of food, snacks, and drinks! There are also scuba shops and restaurants within walking distance that you can get to. By 8 AM you are expected to be suited up and have already come up with a dive plan, which the instructor goes over with the group. This dive plan happened every time before every dive ensuring that everyone was in sync. When everyone is in the water, you gather at one spot on the surface and then we all descend together keeping the group together. This was the same when we were in the water, we were a school of divers following the instructors until we ascended. Of course during the navigation dive we were expected to navigate a square leading us back to our starting point with our dive buddy. This was a great learning experience. There was also an extra instructor that hovered around us which was nice. 2 instructors for 6 people. The five dives that we did were the performance buoyancy, deep dive, multi level, navigation, and fish identification dive. Overall it's always enjoyable diving with Michael and Harbor Dive staff and look forward to doing more dives with them. I would highly recommend to anyone!

I received my Open Water certification in 2012 with Harbor Dive in Monterey. In January, I decided…read moreto do a Refresher after a period not diving. My experience was even better the second time around! The assistance from Michael and Nina was great. They were knowledgeable and courteous. At the pool, the instructor was polite and proficient and helped me to get reacquainted with the gear and the basic skills that are necessary to know in order to dive safely. I enjoyed being in the water again so much, that after the class I went back to the shop and ask about fun dives and other possible classes. I spoke with Michael, and his passion for diving reminded me just how much I have missed it! I decided to sign up for the Advanced Open Water class for the following weekend before I left. In Monterey, conditions can be challenging but for me that is part of the fun. Michael was the Instructor for my Advanced class. It had been several years since I dove Monterey, so I was a little nervous. He was helpful, totally professional and patient. Monterey is not warm water diving like Mexico or the Bahamas, or even Hawaii. Safety is his Number 1 priority, so it is absolutely necessary to listen and follow all instructions and to ask for help if you need it. And... IT WAS AMAZING!!! Up next, Dry Suit certification!

No place like Sea Trek!…read more For 43 years and multiple generations these guys Just want you to have fun, connect to the bay and its wildlife, and learn new things - to feel good about being outdoors while caring about it! I love them forever and glad I have paddled and been part of it over the years. Sea Trek has the mission (and is driven) like a non-profit while at the same time they are trying to continue to take care of their families and all their employees and run a great business for everyone to enjoy and benefit from. When you paddle with them you help protect the bay. A Great success story!

A gem of a business in Sausalito!…read more Free parking by the Bay Model museum. Rates are fair and I love that they have a frequent paddler's pass that gives you discounted hourly rates. I rented the single kayak and it includes a life jacket, and the use of a dry bag. The kayak and gear were all in good condition. All the employees were friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. You can't beat the views from the water! If you haven't already, you gotta check out Sea Trek!

"Buoy" did we have a great time! Participated in a Corporate Regatta Teambuilding activity at…read moreModern Sailing School in Sausalito on 7/13/22. Started with bagged lunches (deli sandwiches), about 25 people total in our large group (international colleagues from North/South America and Europe, minus Australia). Out of the five boats, the female captain was the race director for the day and we had to navigate the differently-colored buoys floating in the water. Not all of the boats were identical (make/model, size, age?) so there was an adjustment/differential to the final times, but all were generally recent model monohull sailboats 30-45 feet long. Grey Goose, Ry Whitt, Survivor, Liberty, and one other boat I can't recall the name of (might've been Attitude Adjustment) were our racing sailboats for the afternoon regatta, teams of 4-5. I was assigned to Liberty, a beautiful 38-foot Beneteau. Our US Coast Guard certified captain/skipper from Modern Sailing School was Bill and also served as our tactician; one of our guys took the driver role/steering to telltales, and another was in charge of the mainsail. Another took one side for the jib sail and I took the other side depending on if we needed to tack or jib (gybe), our fifth person assisted where needed with ropes/wench handles, etc. The weather was fine -- the fog lifted and the sun came out making for great views of the Golden Gate Bridge, the San Francisco city skyline, the Bay Bridge, and Alcatraz. I'd done whitewater rafting and 2-person kayaking before, snorkeling and parasailing but this was my first time sailing! We had a little bit of time to practice and literally "learn the ropes" and fundamentals before the motor was turned off and the official race started at 1:00 PM. The two basic turning maneuvers/techniques with the skipper strategically navigating us through using the wind speed/direction (especially through Hurricane Gulch) and sea state/tides (smooth vs choppy water) was challenging but fun. Not only were we racing each other and trying to round our marks along the course, but there were of course other fishing boats, ferries, Hornblower cruise ships, windsurfers, and paddleboarders in the water too -- even saw a few seals! The race time on the water was around 2 hours for our team (keep in mind the boats were only traveling maybe 8 miles per hour) but lunch was included on land as well as an awards reception (beer/champagne, medals) for all of the teams afterward. We weren't first, but we weren't last either! If you're feeling "nauti" and the line where the sky meets the sea calls you, let your inner Moana/Maui try out wayfinding with the winds in your sails on the SF Bay at Modern Sailing School!

Back to 5, Cyril called and said he was sorry and my cancellation was legitimate. Wife had to fly…read moreto her dad as he was dying and I could not bring my kids to the class due to insurance issues. Gave me credit for future class and offered re-imbursement. Since their classes were great, I took the credit instead.

Had an absolutely amazing time with Captain Timothy and Shannon on their boat! They were so…read morewelcoming and patient with me as I worked with them when I proposed to my fiancée. I gave them my idea of what I wanted to do and they helped out so much and were very transparent about what they had to offer. I can't thank you both enough for all the help and kindness you gave us!

Fantastic experience! Captain Timothy is an excellent host. My friends and I had a wonderful…read moreexperience. The boat is perfect for the Bay Area and we enjoyed the lounge areas at the front, back, and top. Highly recommend!

Extremely unhappy about paying more than $500 for an hour cleaning job on my 30' powerboat. Divers…read moredidn't show up on day they said they would I was in pinch due to a scheduled survey. When they came the next day, quoted $585 because it was extra dirty but then reduced to $535. Either way, it was an hour of work for two divers and I'd previous paid them $150ish for similar levels of cleaning. Then invoice did't reflect discount and agent didn't send PDF report she said she would. Better services out there. Feel pretty scammed (although they did tell me price before starting job),

Very professional boat hull cleaning service and zinc replacement. Transparent pricing. Fast…read morescheduling.

Outstanding experience!!! I would give 100 stars if I could. We used them for scattering my dad's…read moreashes (he was a big time sailor) and they were phenomenal. Our captain, Mark and first mate, Ruby, checked in as we sailed out to see if we wanted to try to go under the Golden Gate Bridge as the weather started a bit rough. But we did and it was magical! Everyone (many who never sailed before) and those who had loved the entire experience! We plan on going back for a fun adventure soon! Thanks so much!!!

Nobody beats Capt Kirk's SF Sailing for a day on the Bay! I haven't stopped telling my friends how…read moregreat a day sailing the Bay on the 35' Mahalo with Capt Rowan at the helm. His professional knowledge, skills and laid back attitude was not only a surprise, but what also made the day so great. Capt Rowan grew up on SF Bay sailing at the tender age of 5. He knows the history of the area and his ocean sailing experience will ensure a safe and enjoyable day on the Bay! Can't wait for our next trip!

I just spent a week with my family in the Galapagos organized by Mary at Ocean Voyages. We had a…read moregroup of very diverse interests and activity level as we were a family of three generations. Mary planned a trip that met everyone's needs. We chartered the boat "beluga" with the naturalist guide with the appropriate name "Darwin." Darwin led hikes and snorkeling expeditions daily which were rich with scientific knowledge and also just good fun. The crew of the Beluga was fantastic. The cabins were lovely. The food was great meeting the tastes of the carnivores and vegans in the crowd. The service was fantastic. Each member of the crew worked hard to meet the desires of all of us including playing soccer with my seven year old. Mary also made recommendations of hotels and restaurants in Ecuador for the start and end of our trip. They were really special, unique historic places we would never have discovered on our own. I can't wait to have a chance to go on another trip with ocean voyages.

Booked a Galapagos charter for three that went through these folks. Shortly before departure, they…read moretold us we'd be very cramped in one cabin but that we could get a second for $650 extra. I said yes -- and the price went to $2180! Bait-and-switch is illegal in California, but they had convinced me we'd be miserable in the cabin we had booked, so I said yes again -- and the price went up again. We eventually got the second cabin for $2180. But I'll be filing a complaint with the California attorney general, and a small claims suit to recover the $1530 I got bilked out. Avoid at all costs!

Dan and Dave towed us back to port! Engine failed and we couldn't get it started back up. They…read morebrought extra fuel and then provided the tow back to Sausalito. Professional and courteous. Responded within minutes from the call. Thank you for the help!

Captain Tommy is great ! We soft ground at Antioch and called boatUS. Every thing was easy and…read morecaptain Tommy is a true professional

Third ferry experience over 6 Years and I must say they stop manage to impress. Something went…read morewrong when I booked this in December 2025 for May 2026. It has the date of April 30th. I called their hotline and left a voicemail the day of (1 hour before take off). We then get their 30 minutes before, I run down and hassle a crew member, and they say we can just rebook you. No doubt, the person checking our tickets said, okay, I can just rebook you. 45 seconds of swiping and he got us set up. This level of going over the top for customer satisfaction is beyond compare. Thank you to this wonderful team!

How I've lived in the Bay Area for over a decade and just recently took the Angel Island-Tiburon…read moreFerry for the first time is crazy to me! Better late than never I guess! I purchased our tickets online a few days in advance (recommended for weekends and holidays), so arriving and loading the ferry was smooth and simple. We were also able to add the extra $1 fee per bike to be able to bring our bikes onboard for our planned bike ride around Angel Island. Once you're on the ferry, there's an area in the back with bike racks to place your bike. It can fill up fast so be sure to get there well before the ferry is set to leave. Once onboard, we went up to the top level and had the best views of the SF Bay, Tiburon, Golden Gate Bridge in the distance, Downtown SF, and Angel Island as we cruised across the bay on a very short 15-ish minute ride. All the staff were friendly and welcoming, and we had a great time going out to Angel Island and back. Highly recommend for a fun day trip! Pro tip: If you want to rent bikes for Angel Island, you can either rent in Tiburon at Demo Bikes or at the kiosk on Angel Island just steps away from the ferry landing.

I have nothing but great things to say about both locations Sausalito and Alameda Club Nautique and…read morethe experience we have had while getting BBC Certified. We absolutely recommend CN for a steady journey of proper education and experiences getting certified with awesome qualified instructors. Having had no sailing experience or even interest prior, my friend convinced me to sign up with her and begin this journey of courses, tests and certifications to open doors to a future I never imagined. I had no reason to say no so we signed on and the excitement began. It took us almost a year but we are now BBC Certified and ready to travel! She has plans to continue to Coastal Passage Making and even Offshore Passage Making, while I am content with destination pleasure sailing :) Everyone in both offices and all of our instructors have been amazing in all aspects of their program.... communication, instruction, preparation, encouragement, and most importantly... safety! And the boats! We have been spoiled with the nicest boats in the bay! If you're shopping around for sailing programs trying to find the right club... this one is definitely the right choice. Thanks CN!

After extensive research and 22 years of sailing/powerboating in SF Bay, I can confidently say that…read moreClub Nautique is the premium place to charter a sailboat or powerboat.  The US Sailing Classes is a great format too for newer sailors and powerboaters.  My family and I have spent 60 days on the water in the last 12 months with CN and it's definitely a professionally-run operation. The best thing you will find is the fleet condition ... nowhere else will you be able to charter 1-3 year-old boats that are maintained, clean, and shiny.  Think electronic instruments, autopilot, climate control, powered winches (on the larger boats), and bluetooth audio systems inside and out.  The presentation and feeling of a premium charter is unparalleled.  The staff are serious about their jobs; the owners of the business treat boats and members with prompt, service-oriented action. As far as pricing goes, I've also been a part of other clubs in the SF Bay and CN is on the higher end for a reason.  The CN boats are nice and you won't be sailing on 20-year old boats with inoperable systems that are accepted as normal.  There is always fleet availability via an online booking system.  The community is great and getting like-minded crew or joining social events has been easy for my family. Other reviewers have complained about having to pay for expensive repairs and this is a good chance for an active CN member to tell it to you straight.  The boats are owned by fellow club members and if someone broke something on your boat, wouldn't you want it fixed too?  For new boaters, please be aware that everything on a boat costs way more than you think it does because most parts do not benefit from large economies of scale like the auto industry.  Things require individualized labor to repair and as any boat owner will tell you, it's never simple because ... it's a boat.  Sailing and powerboating is fun, but with it comes an associated spend. Both Sausalito and Alameda bases are excellent. Enjoy and be safe on the water.