| Rating |
Date Attended |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age [v] |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Family Celebrates Birthday
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| Sun, Apr 15, 07 1:00 PM |
ckanderson |
Unspecified |
60-69 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| Our group of 5 included an 89 yr. old woman, our mother, who was celebrating her birthday and her two adult daughters and spouses. We took the trip from Pier 39 in SF. The crew was very helpful in getting my mother aboard the vessel in her wheelchair. The cabin area was very appropriate for a wheelchair person, able to move around to enjoy the sights.
I had telephoned in advance to check wheelchair access and the company was very helpful and accurate in answering my questions.
We enjoyed the journey--thought we were disappointed by the amount of time we were under power rather than sail. The beauty of this trip is to sail quietly around the bay--turn off the engine!
We have recommended this trip to friends. |
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Very nice and relaxing
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| Tue, Oct 20 3:00 PM |
TerriaWill |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| Weather was typical of San Francisco this time of year, unpredictable but fantastic. Cruise was very nice and romantic. |
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Go 'Cat! A wonderful experience!
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| Sun, Oct 18 3:00 PM |
harrismi |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| I found a recommendation for this sail in an online "avoid the tourist trap" article. After reading other reviews, I decided it was worth the time and money to give it a try - and I was not disappointed.
Before we left the dock we were given a safety talk by the captain. Then, throughout the sail, he and the deck hands were very friendly and helpful, answering questions, pointing out good places to position yourself, taking pictures of groups, etc.
When we left Pier 39 it was gray, cloudy, windy and cool, yet the 'cat cut through the choppy water quite nicely, simply porpoising up and down as it neatly moved ahead. First we went around Alcatraz Island, slowing to take it all in, then picked up speed and headed for the Golden Gate Bridge. Again the cat slowed for the bridge, then passed under the span to get very close to a beach on the marine highlands, where there were rocks active with pelicans and cormorants flying around and diving for food, and campers in the woods an on the shoreline. I got some great pictures.
Coming back under the bridge the sun broke through and the winds eased, giving great views of various city skyline highlights, the Fisherman's Wharf piers and the Oakland Bay Bridge off in the distance. Along the way we encountered sail and kite surfers, sea lions, other small boats, large container ships, etc.
I thought it was a perfect way to see the Bay Area, and would definitely do it again. At the last minute a friend came with me; she lives outside of San Francisco but had never taken this tour before - she is now recommending it to her friends and family.
Definitely worthwhile, especially if you like being on the water - just do it! |
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a great sail under the Golden Gate Bridge
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| Thu, Oct 8 3:00 PM |
tahoebyrne |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| My kids and I had a great time sailing under the bridge on the Adventure Cat2. It was breezy and brisk and I wished I had worn a wind breaker, but the sailing was exciting. Our skipper tacked very close to the north tower and then it was amazing to look up at the bridge as we sailed under and tacked again near a small beach outside the Gate. An added treat was the Blue Angels flying overhead (it was Fleet Week in SF) and at one point 4 fighter jets flew in formation just 50 feet above our mast, a spectacular finale! I would recommend this cruise as a unique way to see the Bay. |
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Beautiful way to see the Bay.
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| Sat, Sep 26 1:00 PM |
cholmes22 |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Family Without Children |
| Great ride, was over way too soon! Started out and returned exactly on time. I was surprised at how smooth & steady it was. Was very glad to see that the trip is completely under sail, except for immediately leaving & entering the harbor. The crew did a great job and there was an overall congenial atmosphere. |
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Outstanding cruise for the whole family
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| Sat, Sep 12 3:00 PM |
zervestreit |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| We took the 90 minute AdventureCat cruise from Pier 39 and it was a lot of fun for everyone. The cat took 60 minutes to tack to the Gold Gate Bridge, then 30 minutes for a straight return. The crew was professional, the boat was clean and stable, and the 90 minutes was a great adventure for parents and kids alike. Highly recommended, much more fun than a motorboat cruise. |
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Just Do It and Come Prepared for Changing Weather
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| Sat, Sep 5 3:00 PM |
lbarna |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Other |
| Our cruise started out with sunny blue skies/ windy weather and ended an hour and a half later with fog and cooler temperatures. Even so, the views were incredible before that fog rolled in. Bring your own warm, hooded jacket and gloves just in case the weather changes. |
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fun
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| Thu, Sep 3 1:00 PM |
aplayolo |
Male |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| short sail to the bridge and back. brisk wind light chop. not much boat motion and
small amount of spray. 3 or 4 tacks out and before the wind on return. |
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Beautiful, comfortable boat! A great ride!
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| Sun, Aug 23 3:00 PM |
tmartino |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| Beautiful, comfortable boat! A great ride! the crew was pleasant. A very nice touch that they provided warm coats for everyone to borrow. |
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Lots of fun!
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| Sun, Aug 23 1:00 PM |
daynarn |
Female |
50-59 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| Our trip on the Adventure Cat was fun from the get-go. The crew was informative and fun to talk with, starting with the guy that took our tickets. It was VERY windy the afternoon we went and I was really glad to have a heavy jacket and even wore ear muffs! We got lots of good pictures and all the customers seemed to be having a good time. Some friends will be visiting San Francisco soon and I will surely recommend your tour.
Thanks for a great beginning to a great vacation. |
