Corporate Sailing Events and Team Building on SF Bay
”Knot” YOUR ordinary day at the office!
Bring your team together on San Francisco Bay with a private sailing event from Bay Lights Charters. Our 72-foot tall ship welcomes up to 49 guests for team offsites, employee appreciation, client entertainment, and company celebrations.
Help raise the sails, take a turn at the helm with our crew’s guidance, or simply relax and connect with colleagues. Participation is optional. Wide decks and a comfortable indoor lounge give your group room to mingle, with catering and bar options available.
Tell us your preferred date, group size, and event goals, and we’ll help you plan your team’s day on the water.
“Fabulous day aboard the Gaslight! We did a business event and took clients with us. The Gaslight crew were top notch before, during and after the event. Super helpful, super professional and lots of fun! They helped us execute the event perfectly and our guests had an amazing time. The boat itself is gorgeous, clean, spacious and bright. Sail was super smooth and loads of fun. Thank you to everyone that helped make our day so great. We'll definitely be using this charter again in the future.”
- Elizabeth Van Emst
Our Mission is Simple:
We do what we LOVE, with people we LOVE,
for people who LOVE what we do!
Join us for a corporate team building sail that your employees will rave about!
Why Bring Your Team Sailing with Bay Lights Charters?
Getting everyone out of the office is a start. Giving them room to relax, laugh, and spend time together is where the good stuff happens.
Our traditional tall ship combines San Francisco history with the comforts that make a company outing easy to enjoy.
Join in—or settle in.
Help raise the sails, take the helm with our crew’s guidance, or find a seat and enjoy the view. Participation is always optional, so enthusiastic sailors and first-time guests can each enjoy the day their own way.
Room to connect, inside and out.
Wide decks give colleagues space to mingle, while our warm, wood-paneled lounge offers a comfortable place to gather out of the wind. A full bar and two restrooms add to the comfort aboard.
Traditional character, a comfortable ride.
Our 72-foot vessel is a modern replica of a Gold Rush-era scow schooner. Her distinctive design sails flat, bringing together the character of a tall ship and space to move comfortably.
A fresh perspective on San Francisco Bay.
Enjoy views of landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz, with opportunities for team photos along the way. Our captain and crew love sharing the sailing knowledge and local history that bring the experience to life.
Food and drinks that fit your gathering.
Choose from our catering and bar options, or discuss arrangements for bringing your own food. Tell us about dietary needs when planning your menu so we can confirm suitable options.
Help with the details.
We’ll work with you on boarding location, timing, food, and beverages. Whether you’re planning a relaxed team offsite, thanking clients, or celebrating a company milestone, we’ll help you shape the outing around your group.
“Knot” your ordinary day at the office!
Picture Your Team Here
Someone takes the helm for the first time. Colleagues share a meal below deck. The whole group gathers for a photo worth keeping.
A private sailing event gives your team time to enjoy each other beyond the everyday work routine—with San Francisco Bay as the backdrop.
Come celebrate a milestone, welcome new faces, or simply spend an afternoon together.
We can customize your Sail
Aboard the Scow Schooner Gas Light, we are able to offer team-building on the basics of sailing, a local history tour with guide, a Bay Area ecology with a naturalist or just a fun and relaxing cruise in which your group mingles and enjoys each other’s company. Other add-on’s include a magician,a band or interactive chef, we are open to any other ideas that you can dream up and will help execute them.
Whether your team is local, just visiting for a conference or recent transplants, everyone enjoys the unique views of popular landmarks like the Golden Gate Bridge, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, Fort Mason, Fisherman’s Wharf, Coit Tower, the Bay Bridge, the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and Mount Tamalpais.
A FEW OF OUR RECENT CLIENTS include: Google, Tesla, Intuit, Dell, Meta, Uber, YouTube, Oracle, TEAM, DataGrail, Brex, Jumpstart, Stitch Fix, Alibaba and so very many more.
Company parties, corporate team-building, offsite, holiday parties, employee appreciation, retirement parties, employee incentives, company retreats, small business cruises, client appreciation days… There are so many reasons to get out on the water!
Call today so we can go tall ship sailing together !
415-405-5279
Let our Co-owner and Skipper explain to you all the many reasons to charter with Bay Lights Charters on San Francisco Bay!
Gas Light boasts a spacious and comfortable deck, ideal for team activities, breakout sessions, or simply relaxing and enjoying the view. With ample room to move around, your team will have the freedom to engage and connect.
The most popular corporate events for sailing charters include:
Team building activities: Sailing charters offer unique opportunities for team bonding, improving communication, and problem-solving skills.
Sales goals celebrations: Companies often use sailing charters to reward teams for achieving sales targets.
End of year celebrations: Sailing provides a memorable way to mark the end of a successful year.
New client or staff onboarding: Charters can be used as a welcoming event for new team members or clients.
Off-site meetings: Companies use sailing charters as a unique venue for holding get togethers away from the office.
VIP customer entertainment: Sailing offers an exclusive experience for entertaining important clients.
Executive outings: C-suite and company executives often use charters for strategic planning or bonding sessions.
Staff retreats: Sailing provides a relaxing environment for company retreats.
Client appreciation events: Charters are used to show gratitude to valued clients.
Team rewards: Sailing trips are offered as incentives or rewards for high-performing teams.
Contest prizes: Sailing charters are sometimes offered as prizes for company contests or competitions.
Holiday celebrations: Companies use sailing charters for special occasions like work anniversaries or holiday parties.
These events can be customized to include activities like team challenges, or even visits to nearby attractions like Angel Island. The unique environment of a historic tall ship, sailboat promotes effective communication, problem-solving, and allows team members to develop personal connections without outside distractions.