Private Whale Watching Charters from San Francisco
Corporate Team Building ∗ Private Groups ∗ 55+ Years of Experience
✔️ Expert naturalist guides
✔️ Conservation mission
✔️ Custom experiences
Choose Your Charter Experience
Oceanic Society is pleased to offer private charter whale watching experiences out of San Francisco and Sausalito. Our private boat charters are perfect for corporate team-building, employee outings, and executive gatherings, as well as clubs, groups of friends, and nonprofit organizations. Explore our charter options below.
Golden Gate Whale Watching Charter
3 Hours ∗ Up to 35 People ∗ Apr–Nov
$2,950
- Cruise in SF Bay and under Golden Gate Bridge
- Chances for humpback & gray whales, seals and sea lions, dolphins, harbor porpoises, and more
- Marin County coastline views
- Expert naturalist guide included
- Depart from San Francisco Small Craft Harbor
Farallon Islands Wildlife Expedition
7.5 Hours ∗ Up to 35 People ∗ Apr–Nov
$6,950
- Adventure 25 miles offshore to the wildlife-rich Farallon Islands
- Chances for humpback, blue, gray, minke, and fin whales, seals and sea lions, dolphins, porpoises, great white sharks, abundant seabirds, and much more.
- Expert naturalist guide included
- Top-rated, world-class wildlife experience
- Depart from San Francisco Small Craft Harbor
Perfect for Corporate and Group Events
Team Building
Outdoor, marine environment naturally builds collaboration and shared experiences.
Educational & Inspiring
Our expert naturalists and amazing local wildlife create an educational and inspiring experience.
Sustainability Impact
Support ocean conservation and showcase your commitment to environmental stewardship.
Trusted and Certified
We are proud to be both a top-rated nonprofit organization and an award-winning tour operator that has been leading educational wildlife tours that support ocean conservation since 1969.
What Our Charter Clients Say
"Everyone had an amazing time, and we were so lucky with the incredible weather. You have a great team and hoping we can do another trip with you all soon."
Nonprofit Client
"It was a great day. All of our guests really enjoyed interacting with Peter and Susan. Thanks again!"
Corporate Client
Serving the San Francisco Bay Area
Our private whale watching charters depart from multiple convenient locations in the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you're planning a corporate team building boat charter in SF Bay or a private group whale watching experience, we serve companies, organizations, and individuals across the region.
Departure Locations:
- San Francisco – Small Craft Harbor
- Sausalito – Clipper Harbor (on request)
Service Areas:
- San Francisco
- Silicon Valley
- Marin County
- Peninsula
- East Bay
Wildlife Destinations:
- Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary
- Farallon Islands
- Marin County Coastline
- San Francisco Bay
- Pacifica
Our naturalist-led and eco-friendly boat charters in San Francisco combine marine wildlife viewing with ocean conservation education. Perfect for corporate events, team building activities, executive retreats, and private celebrations throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
Ready to Plan Your Charter?
Whether you're planning a team-building retreat, client appreciation event, celebrating a life event, or simply planning a fun activity for your group, our private whale watching charters offer memorable experiences that create meaningful connections between your team and the ocean environment.
(415) 256-9604
Call to speak with a member of our team.
whales@oceanicsociety.org
Email for questions or detailed planning.