Experience the ultimate private sailing adventure on San Francisco Bay with Bay Lights Charters and the historic tall ship Gas Light. Book your group sail today for unforgettable views, fresh ocean air, and a unique way to disconnect from screen time and reconnect with friends. Discover why sailing on San Francisco Bay with Bay Lights Charters is the top choice for private events, celebrations, and memorable outings

If you’re looking to throw a party that’s truly unforgettable, hosting your themed event on a boat like the Gas Light with Bay Lights Charters takes the experience to a whole new level—literally and figuratively! Here’s why a boat party outshines any land-based gathering.

Dreamforce 2025 is coming. Find your crew and come sailing with Bay Lights Charters. We can accommodate up to 49 passengers and provide an amazing venue to network and build relationships. Seeing San Francisco from the water is great anytime. Sunset sails and booze cruises are most popular.

At Bay Lights Charters, we believe that exceptional customer service isn't just a feature-it's the foundation of everything we do. As a premier sailing charter company based in the heart of San Francisco Bay, our commitment to hospitality goes far beyond simply providing a beautiful yacht and stunning views. We pride ourselves on being available, responsive, and attentive to every guest, ensuring your experience is seamless from the first phone call to the final farewell.

Let’s tie the Knot!

Gas Light is the perfect venue for intimate events up to 49 people! Our Captain will perform your ceremony and have you actually “tie-the-knot” in front of your most cherished family and friends.

Maybe you already have a ceremony location picked out… join us for the reception. Again, the crew of Bay Lights Charters will do all the work for you. No need for a big flower budget, the boat is beautiful as is. You can create your own play list and use our state of the art stereo system of have a band if you want! So many options available to you! Let us help you create a day that will make your dreams come true.

One of the most stunning aspects of getting married on the San Francisco Bay is that the view from our venue is ever changing. Whether you are dockside or tucked into a protected cove on the SF Bay, your wedding photos will have a beautiful backdrop. 

Sailing and to journey across a body of water propelled only by one of nature’s fundamental forces….wind, is one of those activities. As a sailor myself and a lover of anything nautical, my first hand experiences on some of the world’s bodies of water have provided wonderful, vivid experiences in many different conditions.