See the beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge, the drama of Alcatraz Island and the lush forest of Muir Woods on a seaplane tour of San Francisco! The beauty of the green and gold hills of wine country and the deep blue expanses of the Pacific Ocean can only be truly appreciated from the air, and your guaranteed window seat will provide unparalleled views of the City by the Bay. The perfect addition to your San Francisco itinerary!
- Choice of several departures throughout the day
- Scenic air tour
- Enjoy fantastic aerial views
The Golden Gate Seaplane Tour will fly you directly out to the Pacific Coast and south to the Golden Gate Bridge. After flying over the bridge, you'll continue your flight over the Financial District and Downtown San Francisco, along the waterfront, Fisherman's Wharf and Pier 39, then north to Alcatraz, around Angel Island and along the picturesque towns of Tiburon, Belvedere and Sausalito.
The flight lasts approximately 30 minutes and offers a great balance of sights from Marin to San Francisco.
Seaplanes are ideal for sightseeing and photography. Their high wings and large view windows present panoramic views and unrivaled photo opportunities. Experienced, knowledgeable pilots will point out landmarks as you cruise by at a leisurely pace.
Sausalito, a quiet, charming seaside town, is often compared to those found in the Mediterranean. Conclude your trip by spending time in Sausalito browsing the quaint shops, or ask your pilot about returning by ferry to San Francisco.
Your magical ride above the most spectacular scenery in the world awaits!
Premium Evening Flight with Champagne
Upgrade and book the longer duration premium flight with champagne, the perfect tour for your special occasion! As you sip your glass of champagne, take in the beautiful views and shimmering city lights. Your will fly down the coast, over the Golden Gate Bridge and above downtown San Francisco, and enjoy 10 minutes extra flying time!
You'll enjoy 2 complimentary glasses of premium Mumm's champagne on this early evening flight while gliding over the lakes of Mount Tamalpais, down the coast and over the Golden Gate Bridge. You'll then head back, passing between Sausalito and the Tiburon-Belvedere Peninsula. An exhilarating and memorable way to discover San Francisco!
Every seat booked is guaranteed a window seat
Schedule details
Golden Gate Seaplane Tour
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Departure Point:
Tour departs from Sausalito, 4 miles north of the Golden Gate Bridge. Complimentary shuttles are available to and from Pier 39 (allow an hour and a half for tour and transfer).
Shuttle departures from Pier 39 - 10am, 12:15pm & 2:45pm.
Please advise at time of booking if transportation will be needed and which time you prefer
Return Details:
Returns to original departure pointShuttles return to Pier 39
Pricing information
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Tour options:
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 10am.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 10:45am.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 11:30am.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 12:15pm.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 1pm.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 1:45pm.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 2:30pm.
30-minute seaplane scenic flight over San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Muir Woods departing at 3:15pm.
40-minute flight over San Francisco's. Departs at 4pm in November through March and 5pm in April through October. Includes 2 glasses of champagne in-flight.
Additional information
Golden Gate Seaplane Tour
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Inclusions:
- 30-minute Seaplane flight or 40-minute Champagne flight
- Experienced and professional pilot
- Shuttle transportation to and from Pier 39 (if desired)
Exclusions:
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities (optional)
Additional Information:
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 72 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- Tour prices are per person, with a MINIMUM OF TWO ADULTS REQUIRED PER BOOKING. Individuals who book for only 1 passenger will be required to pay price for second passenger directly to operator upon check-in
- Seaplane seats a maximum of 6 passengers
- Flight route may vary due to weather or other factors
- It is recommended to bring a child seat for babies and/or young children
- If shuttle transportation is desired, please note in the Special Requirements field at time of booking which departure time, 10am, 12:15pm or 2:45pm, you prefer
- At the time of booking please provide local contact details
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