California brings millions of visitors annually who want to visit world-class family attractions and have fun in the pristine beaches along the coast. San Francisco is located in northern California and is a cultural and financial center of the United States also nicknamed the “Golden City'' ever since the gold rush in 1848. Some great places to visit before you board on your yacht include the Golden Gate Park which is filled with gardens and museums and pier 39 known for its array of shops and restaurants. In southern California, Los Angeles and San Diego offer 300 days of sunshine, the perfect climate and gorgeous beaches along with the Disneyland Park and Hollywood stars are few of the reasons why they are popular vacation spots worldwide. The Embarcadero museum of San Diego has a collection of seafaring vessels featuring historic ships such as the ‘star of India’, the oldest active ship in the world. You also cannot miss the Aquarium of the Pacific with over 10,000 animal exhibits and for those who truly love nature, there are many sightseeing boat tours in California for unique moments by the sea. From San Francisco to San Diego, take your chance to rent a boat even for a day to evoke special memories well into the future.Whether you want to bond with your family or arrange the perfect outing for you and your loved ones, California also offers yacht charter experiences on St. Patrick’s day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, Halloween and New Year’s Eve. Once you have selected your favourite yacht, expect a once in a lifetime experience on board, whether its a theme cruise on a national holiday, a weekend getaway or a simple cruise, guests have a handful of options they can pick from.

Boat rentals in San Francisco will allow you to enjoy a half-day cruise around the bay or a full day coastal adventure. Navigating the waters of San Francisco Bay, you will appreciate the natural scenery from the marine wildlife and various iconic sights by the waterfront. Some sights include Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Mason and Mount Tamalpais. For those excited about the diverse ecosystems of the inner and outer bay, the Aquatic Park or the Farallon islands both have many seals, birds and whales where you can sit back and enjoy from the very special vantage of the water. Some great beaches for a swim include Crown Beach, Paradise Beach and clipper cove in treasure island situated between San Francisco and Oakland. You will also have a few well-sheltered anchorages including Downtown Sausalito which offers a great view of the city and Richardson Bay offering a large area for many sailboats. For the most alluring views and ultimate experience, you cannot miss Angel island which is the largest island in the bay that can only be accessed by boat or ferry. The island offers an enriching experience where you can combine sailing with wine-tastings, picnic spots, scavenger hunts and team-building events. San Francisco Bay offers sailboats that range from 22 and 44 feet, with a few larger skippered charters who know where to anchor, stop for lunch or search for the best beach in the right weather, but for the most desirable swimming opportunities head to East Bay or half-moon Bay. Along the coast you can enjoy a full day or even 3-day cruise taking you to areas such as Monterey or Morro bay, from tailor-made boat tours crafted to your liking at an affordable budget.