Get hands-on instruction in sailboat handling and steering
2 Hours
Up to 6 people
Sailboat basics, steering
Cancellations 7+ days ahead incur a 15% service fee; within 1 week, 50%; within 24 hours, 100% only if the slot cannot be rebooked. If the operator cancels due to weather, you can receive a full refund.
You’ll receive the designated captain’s name and contact information by email a couple of days before departure.
310 Harbor Drive, Sausalito, CA 94965
Captain Kirk and his rotating crew of experienced sailors have built something genuinely special on the San Francisco Bay. Reviews consistently highlight how personalized and flexible the experience feels, whether it's a sailing lesson shaped around what you actually want to learn, a family outing where an 86-year-old gets to sit on the bow beaming, or a corporate team event that people are still talking about afterward. The crew names pop up repeatedly in glowing terms, with Rowan, Efe, Ruby, and others praised for being knowledgeable, warm, and genuinely fun to be around. A notable portion of their work involves ash scattering and memorial services, and the care they bring to those trips is remarkable. Families describe feeling unhurried, respected, and supported through something incredibly difficult, with the Golden Gate Bridge as a backdrop that somehow makes the moment feel right. Wildlife sightings, dolphins, seals, whales, and sea lions, show up across many reviews as a happy bonus for all kinds of trips. One mechanical issue mentioned in a review was handled so well it actually reinforced confidence in the crew rather than undermining it.
Amazing!!! Professional and personable, I highly recommend Captain Kirk San Francisco Sailing!!!
Terri Mendoza
June 29, 2026
Amazing!!! Professional and personable, I highly recommend Captain Kirk San Francisco Sailing!!!
Terri Mendoza
June 29, 2026