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Welcome to the world of PRESTIGE Powercats. With the M-Line, PRESTIGE presents a new vision in the world of powercats: A vision of a multihull yacht...

In Ultimate Harmony with the Sea Discover new horizons and reconnect nature, with yourself, and with others in a spacious, refined, luxurious environ...

The First Model of the New Generation of the F-Line Inspired by the movement of water, the elegant, fluid exterior lines of the new hull of the F4 ma...

Flyer 9 SPACEdeck

With a large unobstructed area on the deck, high gunnels, the opening side platform to enlarge the cockpit and the sporty design, the Flyer 9 SPACEdec...

The New Family Cruising Star The new Antares flagship is loyal to the identity and history, developed in its predecessors. The Antares 12 has taken ...

Antares 11 Fly

A weekender that hits the right note With a length overall of 11 metres, the flagship of the Antares line is the perfect illustration of a family cru...

Gran Turismo 36

The Gran Turismo 36 is the first boat in her category to combine really comfortable cruising with outstanding handling and sensations similar to those...

585 SUV – WORLD PREMIERE 2023

WORLD PREMIERE 2023 THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS, NOW EVEN BETTER The 585 is an extremely spacious addition to the Riviera SUV collection; an expansive, ...

58 Sports Motor Yacht - World Premiere 2023

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46 Sports Motor Yacht

The Riviera design team in collaboration with 4D Designs have created the Sports Motor Yacht Collection; inspired by a wish list from our global famil...

The owner, an experienced yachtsmen who has owned several boats across a range of sizes over the past ten years, was clear on his brief for his all-ne...

Wellcraft 355

The Wellcraft 355 takes the lead in every aspect; outstanding design, comfort, and most importantly, speed and seaworthiness. Designed to push the li...

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Make a splash with stunning, on-water experiences crafted to impress. Imagine hosting your event on our luxuriously appointed vessels – the spacious California Spirit or the intimate Diamond Seas – while sweeping across spectacular San Francisco Bay, from McCovey Cove by Oracle Park, to the Golden Gate Bridge and beyond. Led by our award-winning hospitality team, dazzle your guests with one-of-a-kind events paired with impeccable start-to-finish services for great memories in the making. Our Giants Maritime Fleet offers the premier luxury yacht experience in San Francisco to indulge in unforgettable experiences.

An Adventure on San Francisco Bay

There’s no better place than San Francisco to enjoy a day out on the water, taking in the sights and indulging in top notch food and drink. Conveniently docked at Pier 40, just steps from Oracle Park, our pair of premium, private vessels offers unforgettable on-water land-to-water experiences. From Giants game day outings and one-of-a-kind receptions aboard the spacious California Spirit , to intimate dinners and sunset charters on Diamond Seas , guests will cruise in style while indulging in quintessential San Francisco sights. ‌ With two distinctive options for luxury yacht charters in San Francisco, the Giants Maritime Events Team is pleased to offer you experiences that are designed to impress!

Giants Maritime Luxury Yacht Experiences

Our Fleet of private, luxury yachts — California Spirit & Diamond Seas — offers unforgettable and uniquely San Francisco experiences for your guests to gather, celebrate, meet and mingle while cruising across the Bay. Pair your on-water experience with another Giants offering to make an even bigger splash. Take a VIP Ballpark tour, then walk from the Field to one of our San Francisco yacht charters for a reception on the Bay. Or mix business and pleasure with a pre-game meeting aboard a private yacht, then head to the ballpark to catch a Giants game in a luxury suite.

The California Spirit: A Custom Luxury Yacht Designed for Corporate & Social Gatherings

The newly reimagined California Spirit is a 100-foot custom luxury yacht offering the perfect place for a distinctive on-water event — from team building, to dancing and dining, to corporate gatherings and weddings — all while taking in sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline and sights on San Francisco Bay. It boasts three expansive interior salons, three exterior viewing decks with comfortable seating, two exquisitely designed bars, and state-of-the-art audiovisual capabilities. This luxury vessel, with its refined craftsmanship and thoughtful design of indoor and outdoor salons, makes it easy to entertain in style for groups small and large. Whether it’s an elegant dinner for 15 – 25, an outing for 50 – 75, or a reception for up-to 120, we’ve got you covered!

Take a journey on San Francisco Bay and experience the City like you never have before. Begin the journey at Pier 40, just steps from Oracle Park, and cruise out under the Bay Bridge and towards Alcatraz before heading towards Angel Island and out towards the beautifully calm waters of Sausalito Bay. After that, the Golden Gate awaits, before cruising back along the San Francisco City skyline and into McCovey Cove for the Splash hit to close things out! On-water events will give your guests a new appreciation for San Francisco.

When you charter the beautifully appointed California Spirit , you’re treating your guests to the elegance of onboard amenities and the thrill of a moveable feast. Our Executive Chef and culinary team specialize in top notch cuisine, and have crafted a Food & Beverage program designed to excite your guests. From fine dining to casual bites and sips, and even the game-day classics, our menus are top shelf!

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The diamond seas: an exclusive luxury yacht made for private excursions.

Stunningly sophisticated, the Diamond Seas is the ultimate option for VIP events and entertaining for up-to 12 guests. Enjoy unobstructed panoramic views of San Francisco Bay from bow to stern, as you gather, dine and celebrate in pure luxury. Guests can be expertly hosted at a variety of elegant tabletops, from an informal lunch on the upper aft deck, to a white glove seated gathering in the dining area in the main salon.

The Diamond Seas offers a unique combination of sophistication and exclusivity that few luxury yacht rentals in San Francisco can match. This 96-foot luxury yacht offers endless panoramic views of the SF Bay from bow to stern. It has three levels for entertaining, four staterooms, two open-air decks, and a top-level enclosed sky lounge perfect for intimate events.

A 96-foot Horizon Motor Yacht, the Diamond Seas features three levels with four Ensuite staterooms and two exterior decks. The Main Salon is spacious with a separate and flexible dining area and the well-equipped galley is embellished with a privacy screen for intimate dining. The refined custom interiors provide a modern and comfortable atmosphere combining the colors of the sea against a background of fine Macassar wood and bronze lacquered cabinetry.

We are confident that the Diamond Seas is a private yacht like no other in San Francisco. It’s unmatched elegance and custom design make it the perfect vessel for entertaining special friends, family and sophisticated corporate gatherings. The sophisticated interiors provide a modern and comfortable atmosphere to socialize, dine, imbibe and relax. Experience San Francisco aboard the Diamond Seas , for a memorable event your guests will never forget!

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Join us for private sailing yacht charters in San Francisco Bay with an experienced captain and crew. The captains at Captain Kirk's San Francisco Sailing have many years of experience and an accumulation of over 200,000 ocean miles.

Let us show you the beauty and thrill of sailing in San Francisco Bay. Bay Wolf, Osprey, and Mahalo are professionally-maintained yachts that sail very well in all conditions.

Your journey can begin in San Francisco, Sausalito or Alameda with easy access to the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, Angel Island and the San Francisco waterfront, and more. We strive to meet your desires; each trip can be as exciting, relaxing or romantic as you wish. You can actively participate in sailing the boat or simply enjoy the ride.

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Luxury Liners offers yacht charter rentals and  yacht catering  services for groups of all sizes. Our yachts are well maintained for the perfect yacht charter experience traveling to Catalina Island, Santa Barbara, or any one of the Channel Islands would be an ideal destination. Our yachts are perfect for birthdays parties, corporate events, and dinner cruises. Luxury Liners offers exciting private yacht charter getaways like no other. Plan your yacht party with us!

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Our yachts are well maintained for the perfect yacht rental experience  chartering to Los Angeles , Alcatraz Island or even just outside the bay would be a great place to lay anchor.

Our  Northern California Yachts  are perfect for  company parties ,  dinner cruises , and more!

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View our yacht charter rental fleet in the Southern California harbor of San Francisco, CA. We also offer yacht charter rentals in Marina del Rey, Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, Long Beach, San Pedro, Redondo, Huntington, & Newport Beach. Lastly, browse through our itineraries imagining what your experience we be like once you’re on board your own private yacht for charter.

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Yacht charters on the San Francisco Bay are a popular way to ensure a successful corporate, family or formal event. Motor yachts are a protected and staid way to experience the world-class charms of the beautiful San Francisco Bay Area .

Our team is accomplished in the art of throwing a fantastic party onboard the fleet of motor yachts in our collection. The ever-changing views of the San Francisco Bay make cruising a desirable venue for proposals, weddings, birthdays, anniversaries, fundraisers, corporate meetings, holiday parties and memorials.

The fleet is well-know for its variety and class. Small boats are a wonderful option for a morning, afternoon or sunset picnic trip. Historical vessels are a particularly unique choice for bay cruises. Floating ballrooms are so fun for formal and semi-formal events.

Our yacht charter rentals are ideal for groups of 2-149 guests.

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Please call or email us to discuss your options. We have à la carte pricing, catering and custom packages available for all group sizes.

All the planning for a perfect nautical adventure on the San Francisco Bay is already done for you. Check out our all-inclusive packages, including Angel Island and SF Giants in McCovey Cove.

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The San Francisco Bay is a world-class sailing destination. From chartering a boat for a private event to reserving tickets for a sunset tour, there’s something for everyone!

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Grab your team and get out on the San Francisco Bay for an unforgettable company outing. Unplug and spend some quality time with your co-workers, with offsite experiences for teams of all sizes.

Cruise the San Francisco Bay aboard a local motor yacht. Casual to full service events are available for all price ranges. Step aboard today!

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Public Sails on SF Bay

Come aboard one of our weekly excursions, including eco-sails, sunsets and holiday fireworks cruises. Our ticketed events are a favorite for guests of all ages!

Memorials & Ash Scatterings

SF Bay Adventures has helped guests with celebration of life services on the SF Bay since 1988. Let our experienced team assist you in carrying out your loved one’s final wishes.

Marine Film, Production & Safety

SF Bay Adventures has been at the helm of marine film and photography projects on the San Francisco Bay for over 30 years. Safety services include small boats for swims, races and other special events.

Weddings on the San Francisco Bay

Say “I do” on San Francisco Bay! Select an all-inclusive wedding package or completely customize your special day. Our experienced staff is standing by to help you plan the perfect nautical wedding.

Angel Island

Some of the best and most diverse views of the Bay Area are found while hiking or meandering on Angel Island. Accessible only by boat or ferry Angel Island is located just off of the Marin County mainland. The island is a National History Landmark as it was used as an immigration station.

Whale Watching, Wildlife & Ecology

San Francisco Bay is uniquely located just inland of the Pacific Ocean. Marine Mammals, Birds and Wildlife are attracted to the protected waters that lay just inside and beyond the famous Golden Gate Bridge. The Bay’s brackish waters are hospitable for life from both the ocean and rivers.

Sunset Cruise on the SF Bay

Nothing compares to a sunset on the famous San Francisco Bay. Enjoy golden hour aboard a private sail, motor yacht charter or public ticketed cruise. SF Bay Adventures offers every price level for a magical experience on the water.

SF Bay Sunset Cruise

An SF Bay sunset cruise is the ultimate Bay Area experience! See the most iconic sights from the very special vantage of the water. Famous landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge , Alcatraz Island, Crissy Field, Fort Mason, the Bay Bridge, Mount Tamalpais, Angel Island and more are shown in their best light; the golden hour – all while enjoying an unforgettable sunset.

An SF Bay sunset cruise is the perfect way to liven up your weekend. It’s an ideal mix of luxury and adventure! Choose an intimate private charter for a San Francisco sunset cruise on the charming, all wood Grand Banks, Cimba . Or get a fun group together and come aboard a classic tall ship like the Schooner Freda B . Another wonderful way to get out on the Bay is always a Public sails !

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With so many boats and yachts for sale in the San Francisco Bay Area, let the expert team at Seattle Yachts of Alameda help you find the right one that fits your needs and your budget. With 15 new yacht brands and access to hundreds of pre-owned boats on the market, we can search the market for the right boats that fit your requirements, research their history, and help you make the best decision possible.

Our San Francisco / Alameda Office is located right in the Marina Village Yacht Harbor and a short drive from the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. Our team has years of experience building, running, and selling cruising yachts, sailing yachts, and so much more. Call our San Francisco Yacht Brokerage office today at (510) 227-2100.

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San Francisco offers an abundance of beautiful on-water sights to see. From a cruise under the iconic Golden Gate Bridge to taking advantage of sailing in the 20-35 knot winds, San Francisco is a boater's dream. Inside San Francisco Bay are hundreds of rivers and waterways to be explored. One of the favorite excursions for boaters includes heading up the Petaluma or Napa rivers to wine country for a truly unique experience.

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Wanna buy a private island? New Jackson Square showroom has just the thing for you

Plus superyachts, floating villas, helicopters and other "toys" for the fabulously wealthy.

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Until last week, I never thought much about buying myself an island. And not just because I pat myself on the back whenever my savings account balance has one comma in it, to say nothing of three. 

Islands, at least the habitable ones, seem mostly spoken for. Any isle left over can’t be that desirable a haven—or can it? 

A new showroom called Private Islands Worldwide that opened last week in San Francisco’s tony Jackson Square wants to change that, helping the world’s ultra-affluent buy or rent coral-fringed atolls in Polynesia or conifer-covered outcroppings in the Maritimes, as well as a range of yachts, floating villas, helicopters and other must-haves for any island owner. 

Two German firms—shipbuilder Meyer Floating Solutions and realtor Vladi Private Islands , which also has offices in Canada and New Zealand—are brokering these dazzlingly rare transactions. Prices range widely: The 225-acre Katafanga Island in eastern Fiji is available for $17 million, while the 30-acre Little La Mouna Island in Nova Scotia’s Ponhook Lake can be yours for only about $250,000. 

Last week, I dropped by the showroom to speak with Farhad Vladi, the owner-manager of Private Islands, and Lars Kruse, Meyer’s head of sales and design. The space—formerly home to a real estate agent selling luxury residences on the comparatively mundane Yerba Buena Island —is large but low-key, befitting the “quiet luxury” that characterizes the neighborhood.

Inside are sepia maps from the Age of Exploration, models of yachts and framed aerial photographs of pristine reefs and cays. A wall-mounted mission statement promises “peace, privacy & perfection”—and true to form, these are all places where billionaires and oligarchs can dock a floating villa and wait out the apocalypse beyond the reach of Interpol or TMZ. 

I asked Vladi to tell me, in his words, what the appeal of owning an island is. 

“The emotional links to islands are very strong,” he said. “The difficulty in the island business is to get islands on the market, because whoever has an island doesn't want to give it away again.” 

'That's, let's say, a starting price'

Vladi refers to the reasons people unload their islands as the three D’s: death, debt and divorce. Yet despite the looming specter of the D’s, the ethos of the showroom feels decidedly more cheerful and techno-optimistic.

A fit, blond man who spoke in a Teutonic staccato, Kruse answered all my inquiries with an easy authority. He almost managed to conceal his boredom with my tackiest question: How much does one of his company’s yachts cost?

“If you're talking about a 150-meter yacht, it starts at something around $370 million,” he said. “But that's, let's say, a starting price.”

In practice, the minimum length for a “superyacht” is 80 meters, approximately 250 feet. A Meyer can go up 305 meters or more, and these are all custom-made products, with no two alike. “It's not like a Ford car dealership,” he added. But the real fun lies in what Kruse called “the toys,” things like helicopters, artworks and smaller vessels, all of which typically run another $100 million. 

The “floating villas” that are Meyer’s true specialty are manufactured in Turku, Finland. Imagine the top five or six curvilinear decks of a cruise ship sheared off the boat and plunked on a platform, with a palm or two for shade, and you’ll have a rough idea of what they look like. Such villas range from 1,400 square meters to 10,000 square meters, or five times the size of the largest San Francisco mansions . 

Whether positioned just off Dubai as rental properties or towed to an uninhabited oasis in the South Pacific, floating villas are typically built as modular companions for superyachts. The docking procedure is seamless, Kruse said. Passengers don’t even feel it.

Meyer emphasizes the villas’ low environmental impact, which has some basis in fact. Mooring just offshore means little to no destruction to a fragile ecosystem. Electricity costs on such a beast might seem prohibitive, so Meyer uses hydrogen fuel cells. When you’re stationary, even off-the-grid, Kruse insisted that energy use isn’t so bad. “The highest consumption would be even when the missus is going to take a bath at the same time the sauna is on and the kids are playing PlayStation,” he said.

Unsurprisingly, Kruse would not reveal any clients by name or nationality beyond the most general geographic terms. “There is a certain market in Europe,” he said. “There is a big market in the Middle East. There's a small market in the U.S.”

Some fraction of that small American market must be here in and around San Francisco, or else Meyer and Vladi would not be. But the Bay Area’s ultra-affluent have a somewhat tortured history with private islands, whether they be artificial libertarian enclaves free from government intrusion—see Peter Thiel’s possibly abandoned Seasteading project —or a tendency to treat entire nations like hot listings. In 2022, Sam Bankman-Fried’s cryptocurrency exchange FTX had allegedly mulled purchasing the equatorial nation of Nauru , something the disgraced mogul’s legal team strenuously denied. 

“You can use this as an escape, sure,” Kruse said. “That would definitely make other people jealous.” But a lot of the applications are commercial, he said. That means investment properties and hotels as opposed to bunkers bobbing on the waves. 

Blustering swagger this is not, and the showroom’s vibe evokes sober German engineering far more than vulgar ostentation. Still, for everyone contemplating a private paradise, there are many more in San Francisco who can only dream of one day existing on an island of their own. 

Heading out the door with an armful of glossy brochures, I walked down the block to the Old Ship Saloon, a business built around a very different kind of boat. Maybe the bartender had been enticed by the new neighbor and stopped into the showroom? 

“Nope,” he said. “Never heard of them.” 

Astrid Kane can be reached at [email protected]

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