Delta Water Adventures
Offerings
Bay Sailing Fun Delta Fun Instruction Delivery/Taxi
When Mark Twain said, "The coldest winter I ever experienced was a summer in San Francisco," he must not have had a chance to visit the Richmond Riviera. Located in the best possible spot on the Bay, the “
When San Francisco's world-famous fog rushes through the Golden Gate and envelops San Francisco, Berkeley, and often-times Sausalito with nature's air-conditioning, those of us at Point Richmond are basking in the sun while those poor souls in the City are wearing their summer fleeces and parkas. The Real Deal A no holds barred taste of Bay sailing for the adventure seeker. This 4+ hour jaunt will provide the adrenaline junky a trip through Raccoon Straits, past Tiburon and You-Plan-It A sail custom tailored to meet your level of adventure. Talk to Captain Jon about what you’d like to see and experience. 3+ hours. Easy Does It A comfortable sail with plenty of fresh air designed for the cautious adventurer or first time sailor. On this sail we promise two things. First, you won’t be scared. Second, you won’t feel short changed. Slower is sometimes better. 3+ hours.
Each sail will include a snack and beverages (see Snack tab). We provide all safety equipment as required by the U.S. Coast Guard, and then some. Not only will you be safe, we’ll ensure you feel safe.
Please take heed mates. Having fun means dressing appropriately, so wear layers. The perceived temperature will change often based on wind, point of sail and fog so you want to be able to cover up or shed clothes as necessary to stay comfortable.
Typically this means jeans on the bottom with shirt, sweater and shell on top. If you tend to run cold then add a second layer on the bottom like powder pants over your jeans (or polypro thermal underwear). A stocking cap is never a bad thing to have in your pocket. The Real Deal sail will see higher wind and feel much cooler, especially on upwind legs. Sailing down wind on a fall day, however, is often a T-shirt affair. The beauty of the Bay is that you can go from bundled up to stripping it all off in a matter of minutes.
Your Bay adventure yacht will be aboard the Wyliecat 30 "Lotta'tude" (top of page headed under "the Gate"), designed and built by a local designer and builder for shorthanded fun (not requiring a big crew of brawny dudes to make it go fast). Want to drive? No problem. Captain Jon is always interested in teaching others how to sail and happy to turn over the helm.
“Lotta’tude” can accommodate 6 passengers, four in the cockpit (on seats) and two up on the coach roof shifting from side to side on tacks. Sure-footed children are always welcome, but need to follow directions. Also, please let us know if you have any mobility issues so we can accommodate you as best as possible.
Rates: weekday/weekend
3 hours - $350/375
4 hours - $450/475
6 hours - $550/575
The Bay Delta is a confluence of the
Picnic Cruise
This 2+ hour cruise will enable the land lubber a chance to see part of
Rates: weekday/weekend
$85/105 per hour, 2 hour minimum
BBQ Cruise
Make an afternoon of it and enjoy a bbq on the water to keep that energy up. With a 4 hour cruise, we’ll provide hamburgers and hotdogs grilled up to order.
Rates: weekday/weekend
$340/400
Tubing
Hop on an inner tube and hang on! Cool off with an exhilarating ride inches off the water. Fun for both adults and kids.
Over 21 Party Cruises
Bring 5 of your friends (6 total) and party on the water while Captain Jon is the designated driver. Explore Delta watering holes with a pub “crawl” cruise and discover the interesting character of each stop. Lounge, swim and snack between stops.
The Delta Fun offerings are provided on a 25’ Premier deck boat with plenty of room for 6 passengers. This isn’t your grand dad’s patio boat! It’s equipped with three pontoons, lifting strakes and 150 horse power engine to really move along. You’ll experience the comfort of a big boat with the speed of a small run-a-bout.
Wear your suit and a light cover-up to minimize sun exposure when you've had enough. A hat and sun screen area also recommended. The vessel has a canopy to shade part or all of the boat if you are especially sensitive to the sun.
Contact Captain Jon for instruction or advice on any aspect of sailing or boating such as docking, anchoring, trailering, navigation or vessel acquisition. Private lessons or consultation can be arranged based on your needs. Interested in learning to sail or brushing up on skills learned as a kid? Ask Captain Jon about his instructor status with the American Sailing Association. Sailing instruction is his passion. Learn from someone knowledgeable AND patient. Sailing is a great pastime to share with your first mate and you’re never to old to learn. Whether you are moving your boat back north from Need a lift? Water taxi service is available for quick trips throughout the Delta. Plan a Discovery Bay progressive dinner and have Captain Jon move couples from house to house on the water.
Bay Sailing Fun Delta Fun Instruction Delivery/Taxi
Bay Sailing Fun Delta Fun Instruction Delivery/Taxi
Bay Sailing Fun Delta Fun Instruction Delivery/Taxi
