Thank you for your interest in our 72-foot tall ship schooner, Gas Light!

GAS LIGHT will be an excellent choice for your event!

There is no other boat with such a spacious design both topside and below deck. The Bar & Lounge have a speakeasy-like atmosphere.

She is perfect for small or large groups. Our capacity is 49 passengers.

Grab your friends, family, or co-workers and join us for a GREAT day on the bay!

⇩ Pricing ⇩

POPULAR PACKAGES:

Package one: $3800 - SAN FRANCISCO BAY CRUISE

$3800 for a 2 1/2 hour sail

Free docking for Alameda! Surcharge for docking in San Francisco, Sausalito or Richmond

Food options not included

Bar options not included

Package two: $5100 - GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE EXPERIENCE

$5100 for a 4-hour sail from San Francisco or Alameda to the Golden Gate Bridge (weather dependent)

Free docking for Alameda! Surcharge for docking in San Francisco, Sausalito or Richmond

Food options not included

Bar options not included

**Extra 1/2 hour of time included at no additional cost

Package Three: $7150 - Sailing San Francisco Bay with a visit to Angel Island

$7150 for a 5-hour sail with a one hour stop at Angel Island State Park.

Docking fees for Angel Island included-

Free docking for Alameda! Surcharge for docking in San Francisco, Sausalito or Richmond

Food options not included. Food served on board only, not on the island.

Bar options not included

Fill Out The Form To Check Availability

When you are ready to secure your preferred date and time with a deposit, please fill out the form. We will check our availability and send over a payable invoice.

Note: The date and time is not secure until the deposit is paid.

The full balance is due when we confirm the final details such as food and beverage, no later than 3 days before your event. 

Details On Pricing:

  • Date- Do you have a preferred date in mind? Call or email us and we are HaPpY to compare our availability.

    We work on a first come first served basis so availability can change. Please note, No date or time is secure until a deposit is made.

  • Timing- We typically sail from:

    11-2 pm or 3-6 pm

    ** custom time slots are also available

    We can be out on the water after dark (it is beautiful with the city lights) but we have to be under engine power not sailing.

  • Our historic-style yacht is designed like no other on the bay with your absolute comfort in mind.

    If you would like to see a recent event on our traditional yacht here is a link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQD_ZrF81uI

    She boasts wide decks topside and a speakeasy-like open and spacious “living room” below the decks.

    This yacht is complete with a full bar, lounging couches, and a long mahogany table that is a great place to get out of the elements and to enjoy each other in a relaxed and cozy environment.

    Here is a video of the interior of Gas Light: https://youtu.be/cURqctplPAE?si=03gPVzyYlU5kLOhA

  • Our Experienced Captain and Crew will recruit anyone wanting to help hoist the sails. Participation is always encouraged but voluntary. The whole team will share their knowledge of San Francisco’s enchanting history and the many beautiful sights along the waterfront in an effort to enhance the experience for all aboard.

  • Package one: $3800 - SAN FRANCISCO BAY CRUISE

    $3800 for a 2 1/2 hour sail from San Francisco or Alameda

    Free docking for Alameda! Surcharge for docking in San Francisco, Sausalito or Richmond

    Food options not included

    Bar options not included

    Package two: $5100 - GOLDEN GATE BRIDGE EXPERIENCE

    $5600 for a 4-hour sail from San Francisco or Alameda to the Golden Gate Bridge (weather dependent)

    Free docking for Alameda! Surcharge for docking in San Francisco, Sausalito or Richmond

    Food options not included

    Bar options not included

    **Extra 1/2 hour of time included at no additional cost

    Package Three: $7150 - Sailing San Francisco Bay with a visit to Angel Island

    $6800 for a 5-hour sail with a one hour stop at Angel Island State Park.

    Docking fees for Angel Island included

    Food options not included. Food served on board only, not on the island.

    Bar options not included

  • Together we can customize the food and beverage options to fit your budget and desires.

    Catering is available or you are welcome to bring your own food.

    Our charter rate includes set up breakdown, plates, napkins and utensils.

    Our caters offer many options and will work with your vision and budget to include local farm to market options all while making sure to have vegetarian/vegan selections or choices.

    If you are looking for a catering recommendation, we have a couple for you.

    -Debbie of Debbie's Creative Catering!

    415-793-5769

    www.DebbiesCreativeCatering.com

    debbiescatering@aol.com

    or

    Tiffany Blake

    Events Coordinator

    Left Bank | LB Steak

    510.213.8066

    www.vinehospitality.com

    https://portal.tripleseat.com/direct_bookings/y77vjfgdaqp1

    or

    Savoy Market

     510.220.0697

    mike@islandsavoymarket.com

    www.islandsavoymarket.com

  • We are fully licensed by the state of California. We have Beer, Wine, and Cocktails available.

    **No outside alcoholic beverages are allowed. The beverage service is based on the type of service.

    Pay as you order bar-Bar prices range: $7 - $14 We take Visa, MasterCard, Amex, PayPal, Venmo- no cash, sorry! We are a cashless vessel.

    Tally Bar- This is where one person puts down a credit card and pays the tab at the end of the event before leaving the boat.

    Hosted (open) bar is $40 per person.

    Drink tickets can be pre purchased at $11 each. These are good for beer, wine, cocktails, and hard seltzers. This is a good way to buy the first round for your guests.

    The bar opens as soon as we pull off the docks and the last call is 30 minutes before returning.

  • You are welcome to meet the boat in several different locations. We are required to use a commercial dock and each location charges a different fee to use their docks:

    Marina Village in Alameda docking fee included in all packages

    San Francisco at Pier 40 by the Giants Stadium docking fee of $450

    Marina Bay in Richmond for a docking fee of $650

    Feel free to ask us about other locations- depending on tides and ferry schedules some other locations can be used and fees vary - like Sausalito or Angel Island

  • Our packages do not include gratuity for the Captain and crew. Most people tip 15-20% of the charter rate, like a restaurant

  • When you are ready to secure your preferred date and time with a deposit let us know and we will send over a payable invoice.

    The date and time is not secure until the deposit is paid.

    The full balance is due when we confirm the final details such as food and beverage, no later than 3-7 days before your event.

    Please reach out to us at 415-405-5279 or email so together we can create an event that will make life long memories.

    Our experienced Captain and Crew are here to accommodate your vision, our goal is to meet and exceed your expectations for fast and friendly service.

Do you have questions we didn't answer? Chances are you can find out what you want to know here: https://www.baylightscharters.com/pagef

Anchors Away,

Allie, Joyce, and Captain Steve

Co-Owners Bay Lights Charters

“Buy experiences not things!”

Bay Lights Charters is a certified California Green Business

Bay Lights Charters Mission Statement:

"Do what we LOVE, with people we LOVE, for people who LOVE what we do!"

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