| Rating |
Date Attended [^] |
Reviewer |
Gender |
Age |
Where From? |
Group Type? |
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Nice sailing but no sunset due to thick fog
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| Tue, Jul 17, 07 6:30 PM |
kgrever |
Male |
30-39 |
International Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| Nice catamaran and nice sail around the bay. Due to thick fog we couldn't see more of the Golden Gate then the bottom part. For the same reason we didn't see any sunset. The day thereafter (mid July) we made a day trip to the Golden Gate bridge and had fantastic weather (sunny) and visibility. Not clear to me whether sunset conditions are better on other days. Catamaran crew very friendly and evening snacks and drinks were more then OK. |
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Lots o' fun!
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| Tue, Jul 17, 07 6:30 PM |
rlhawley |
Female |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| I really enjoyed the cruise, although it was a little bit more crowded than I would have preferred. The crew was very friendly and helpful, and the accommodations are very comfortable. For those who have a tendency toward motion-sickness, as I do, while the boat was underway I had no problems at all. However there were some times when they just drifted/floated, at which time I felt a little "unsettled".
This is not a "tour" in the sense of having a guide tell you all about things or point out places of interest, so if that is what you are looking for you should look elsewhere. If you want a pleasant cruise on the bay, a little music, food & beverages, and interesting sights, this is the place! |
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Highly recommend!
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| Fri, Jul 20, 07 6:30 PM |
ka9590 |
Male |
20-29 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Couple on a Date |
| Unlike other bay cruises on large boats this was amazing. The experience was wonderful. We have been to San Francisco many times and this rates as one of the best things to do. The crew was great. Very satisfied. Sunset cruise is worth the extra $$. |
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The only way to see the Golden Gate bridge.
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| Fri, Jul 20, 07 6:30 PM |
troyjames |
Male |
60-69 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family With Children |
| This was our 3rd. cruise on the Adventure Cat. I would suggest to anyone going to S.F. should have this at the top of their list of things to do in the bay area. The crew, the food and the drinks made it even more enjoyable. The only way to see the Golden Gate bridge is looking up at it from the Adventure Cat.
Thanks for helping make our vacation a memorial one.
Terry, Cindy, Troy Gagliano and Lenia Carlston
New Orleans, La. |
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Wonderful ride, less than wonderful company
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| Fri, Jul 20, 07 6:30 PM |
a2mandus |
Male |
20-29 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| The cruise itself was terrific, couldn't recommend it more. The only downside was that the cruise we took had about 8-10 foreign teenage/college girls acting loud and obnoxious, crowding every corner of the boat while they took pictures of each other (oblivious to the movements of the boat or the sights we were sailing around - and everyone else on board, for that matter). They didn't break the rules, but it did detract from the cruise itself, and I really wish there was a way that kind of immature behavior could be curtailed.
The boat was also very crowded, packed to the maximum 55 people (it really shouldn't be more than 40, but they are running a business, so I understand). My recommendation is to avoid Fridays and Saturdays, go midweek to avoid the brats. |
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Wonderful + Different Perspectives
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| Tue, Jul 24, 07 6:30 PM |
KenKristl |
Male |
40-49 |
Unspecified |
Unspecified |
| Trip was great. Late July date meant moderate temps (but bring a jacket/sweater). Cruise went all the way to Golden Gate, so lots of photo ops from different perspectives. Crew was knowledgeable and frindly. Would recommend to anyone. |
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Great trip!
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| Thu, Jul 26, 07 6:30 PM |
sandsunsurf |
Male |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| 3 of us went on the Sunset cruise and had a great time. We were on the Adventure Cat 2. This is a sailboat cruise, and I'm glad to say that the crew likes to sail! We did motor for a few minutes into the wind towards the Golden Gate, but it didn't take away from the trip at all. Definitely dress warmly- our day was a beautiful and warm day by SF standards, but by the time 6:30 rolled around it was cooler than usual. A sweatshirt wasn't quite enough.
I'll definitely do the trip again, and recommend it to anyone considering any kind of boat tour of the bay. Which brings me to one last thought- we got to see the "other" boats that do tours, and I can only describe them as ferries- big, hulking, metal giants, stuffed with people. To me, they looked much less appealing!
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Overall good experience
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| Fri, Aug 3, 07 6:30 PM |
ljenslow |
Female |
30-39 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Family Without Children |
| There was a large group of young European tourists with an advisor on board with us, but they were harmless. The appetizers that were served were less than desireable...cut up vegetables, pre-packaged dips and crackers/sliced bread. Something any teenager could have prepared on paper plates...and the drink choices were canned soda, a few domestic beers, and a choice of Beringer red or white wine. Don't go expecting much food or drink wise. The trip took us past Alcatraz and under the Golden Gate Bridge...they stopped so that everyone could get pictures and the sunset was gorgeous. Even though it was August-it was very cold out on the Bay. Dress warm-layers are probably a good idea and expect to get wet if you stay outside in the front...but they do warn you about this. The Bay waters can be rough-so it can be a bit rocky from time to time. Overall though, we had a great time and it's a great way to see the bridge close up. |
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GREAT!!!
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| Sat, Aug 4, 07 6:30 PM |
TEXBOI67 |
Male |
40-49 |
Domestic Tourist(s) |
Group of Friends |
| we really enjoyed the cruise, was a great view of alcatraz and of the bridge, the crew was great, would definately take again if back in SF. |
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Wonderful adventure
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| Mon, Aug 6, 07 6:30 PM |
ramsay1 |
Female |
50-59 |
Local |
Group of Friends |
| We have lived off and on in the Bay area for years but never took this trip-it was an amazing wonderful experience. The catamaran makes such a smooth trip that even one of our party who gets seasick thoroughly enjoyed it |
