Some of San Francisco Bay's challenge and appeal as sailing grounds is the fascinating array of ships, tugboats and pilot boats, Coast Guard vessels, dredgers, tourist and commuter ferries, and many kinds of power and sailboats that share the Bay.
Are you ready to explore further into the bay? Would you like to try your hand at an overnight trip? Sail to Benicia to explore a historic, quaint waterfront town with an active art community! This local cruising guide offers an exciting overnight adventure - venturing into the San Pablo Bay, navigating new Straits, and a great selection of restaurants to reward you for your journey!
Updated August 19, 2026
Planning a Mediterranean charter? American Sailing’s International Proficiency Certificate (IPC) serves as mandatory proof of bareboat charter competency for European and Mediterranean charter companies that require proficiency credentials displayed in a different format than the ASA Log Book.
Members enjoy privileges at our Sausalito and Berkeley locations: a variety of social events aboard and ashore, discounts on courses and clinics, and access to charter a diverse and professionally maintained fleet of sportboats, cruising boats, and cataramans. Join the club and sail!
With a diverse fleet of charter sailboats, we are sure to have one that meets your goals. Whether you are going out with friends on a day sail, overnighting at Jack London Square, or spending the weekend on the Delta, we have a yacht charter for you.
