Bay and Coastal Catamaran Cruises in the USA: Our Top 4

1.San Francisco Bay Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,342 reviews · 1 hour 35 minutes (approx.) · from $88 per person Our pick

Join Adventure Cat Sailing Charters at Pier 39 for a 1-hour-35-minute sunset cruise beneath the Golden Gate Bridge. You’ll pass Alcatraz, watch San Francisco light up, and enjoy one beer, wine, or non-alcoholic drink. Crew members such as Michael, Lisa, and Chad have been praised for friendly service, photo help, and a relaxed feel.

“Enjoyed the trip. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable. Plenty of time on the island to see everything. Very interesting tour”

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2.San Francisco Bay Sunset Cruise by Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,097 reviews · 1h 30m · from $90 per person

Set out from Pier 39 with Adventure Cat Sailing Charters for a 90-minute sunset sail aboard a 55- or 65-foot catamaran. You will pass Alcatraz, Sausalito, and the Golden Gate Bridge, with open-air trampoline nets, covered seating, one included drink, and audio commentary in several languages. Bring a warm jacket.

“This bay cruise was the best part of our trip!!!! Such wonderful views and even better memories made! The staff was nothing short of amazing! They were super happy and welcoming, they also took pics of our entire family and was happy to give good suggestions of fun things to do in the city. I wouldn’t think twice- book this cruise!!”

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3.Ma’alaea Harbor: Whale Watching Tour Aboard Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $49 per person Best value

Cruise from Ma’alaea Harbor aboard Quicksilver’s double-deck power catamaran for two hours of humpback whale watching, December through April. Captain Kiwi, Captain Carlos, and other English-speaking crew members provide lively narration, while underwater hydrophones let you hear whale songs. You’ll have open-air and shaded seating, drinks, restrooms, and wide views from both decks.

“enjoyed t he whale watching and saw many e whales Were. learned a lot as we'll.”

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4.Kauai: Na Pali Coast Power Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 403 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $274 per person

Cruise Kauai’s Na Pali Coast on a custom power catamaran limited to 18 people. Expect sea caves, waterfalls, possible dolphins and whales, snorkeling when conditions allow, fresh pineapple, and guides such as Captain Jane, Jake, RJ, and Corbin. The ride can be rough, so bring motion-sickness medicine.

“Great experience and views. I would Recommend to anyone visiting Kauai. My small children didn’t like it as much as my bigger kids but still liked seeing the dolphins.”

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