About this Experience
What you'll do:
Cruise San Diego Bay aboard BowTie, an 80-foot private yacht made for celebrating. Bring your favorite people, your own playlist, and your favorite drinks, then spend the day soaking up the sun, dancing, swimming, and taking in the San Diego skyline from the water.
Why we love it for your party:
Private 80-foot yacht: the whole boat is yours!
Premium sound system: bring your playlist and turn it up!
Dance floor: because every girls’ trip needs a dance party.
Swim & sunbathe/ jump in the water or relax on deck.
Full bar: bring your own drinks and keep the celebration going. Hire a bartender to serve your favorite cocktails in our full bar.
Multiple outdoor spaces: plenty of room to lounge, dance, and take photos.
San Diego skyline views: the perfect backdrop for your group photos.
About this experience partner:
Founded in San Diego, BowTie Charters was created to bring a more elevated, personal way to experience the city from the water. At the heart of BowTie is our 80-foot private luxury yacht, offering space for up to 13 guests with multiple decks, a full bar, dance floor, premium sound system, full kitchen, water access, and panoramic views of San Diego Bay.
Today, BowTie creates unforgettable private experiences for celebrations, birthday parties, sunset cruises, and bachelorettes, combining the freedom of a private yacht with the comfort and style of a luxury experience.
Additional information:
Capacity: Accommodates up to 13 guests
Charter Minimum: 3-hour minimum charter. A 4-hour charter is required to anchor, and a 5-hour charter is required to use the water slide.
Captain & Crew: Captain and crew are required and must be booked separately for $160/hour per bareboat charter regulations. An additional crew member is required when booking the water slide.
BYOB: Bring your own food and drinks! Want someone to handle the bar? Add a bartender to serve your drinks throughout the charter.
Total Wine Pickup: Booking a bartender? We can pick up your Total Wine order and have everything ready for you before you board.
Cancellation: Cancel 60+ days before your charter for a full refund, including your deposit. Cancellations within 60 days make the deposit non-refundable, but you’ll receive a credit for the deposit amount that can be used toward a future charter within 12 months.
Private Charter: The entire yacht is exclusively yours for the duration of your charter.
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LocationSan Diego, CA
2803 Emerson St, San Diego, CA 92106, USASan Diego, CA
Frequently Asked Questions
Can We Bring Food and Drinks?
Absolutely. You're welcome to bring your own food and beverages onboard. If you want to bring hard liquor, just add the bartender upgrade at checkout, since a licensed bartender is required to serve it.
What Is the Minimum Charter Length?
We have a 3-hour minimum for all bay cruise charters. Most guests find that 3 to 5 hours gives them the perfect amount of time to relax, explore, and enjoy.
How Many Guests Can We Bring?
Our charters are advertised for up to 13 guests, which is 12 plus the person booking. Every experience is fully private, meaning the entire yacht is reserved exclusively for your group.
Can We Customize the Experience?
Yes. From your route and playlist to catering, a DJ, a photographer, and more, we work with you to build the experience around your vision. Just let us know what you have in mind.
How Do I Reserve My Date?
To reserve your date, the charter is paid in full at the time of booking. If you'd rather split up the cost, financing options are available at checkout.
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What Should We Bring?
We handle cups, plates, utensils, napkins, coolers, filtered water, and towels. Bring your food, drinks, sunscreen, and sunglasses, plus whatever else makes your group comfortable. We take care of the rest.
Where Do We Board?
We board at H&M Landing, 2803 Emerson St, San Diego, CA 92106. Once your booking is confirmed, we'll send detailed boarding instructions with parking information and everything else you need to arrive stress-free.
Are the Captain and Crew Included?
No. Per bareboat charter regulations, your booking reserves the boat itself, and you arrange the captain and crew separately, paid on the day of your charter. Most guests don't have a captain that our insurance can approve, so we'll provide a list of our recommended, insured captains for you to choose from. The rate is $130 per hour, which is $100 per hour for the captain and $30 per hour per crew member. Most charters need one crew member. If you add the water slide, an additional crew member is required, which brings it to $160 per hour.
What Happens If the Weather Is Bad?
San Diego has incredible weather year-round. In the rare event of unsafe conditions, we'll work with you to reschedule at no additional cost. Your experience and safety always come first.
What Upgrades Can We Add?
You can add upgrades at checkout, including the water slide, a bartender for hard liquor, a DJ, a photographer, catering, and more. Just tell us what you have in mind and we'll build it into your day.
Do We Anchor During the Charter?
A 3-hour charter is a full guided tour of the bay. Anchoring is available by request, but on a 3-hour we can only stop at nearby Kellogg Beach. To anchor at our usual spot, Glorietta Bay, we require 4 hours or more.
Can We Add the Water Slide?
The water slide is available on charters of 5 hours or longer. That gives us time for setup and takedown and leaves you plenty of time to enjoy it. Adding the slide also requires an additional crew member.
