San Francisco Seaplane Tour 20 min

7.6

GoodTop 18% in San Francisco

137 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

San Francisco
Updated November 4, 2026

Take off from the water near Sausalito on a 20-minute seaplane flight with aerial views of San Francisco.

About this tour

See San Francisco from a fresh perspective on a 20-minute seaplane flight over the city. Your journey begins at the San Francisco Seaplane base in Mill Valley, near the bay-side village of Sausalito, and takes off from the water for an aerial view of the city’s celebrated setting.

An experienced, professional pilot leads the flight. The route may change because of weather or other factors, so the views can vary. Free parking is available at the seaplane base, and your ticket includes the 20-minute flight. The seaplane accommodates up to six passengers, with a minimum booking requirement of two adults. Hotel transfers, food, drinks, and gratuities are not included.

Choose this San Francisco seaplane tour for a memorable way to take in the city from above. Book your flight and enjoy the scenery from takeoff to landing.

Highlights

Take off from a seaplane base in Mill Valley
Admire San Francisco from above on a 20-minute flight
Enjoy a scenic departure from the bay-side village of Sausalito

What's included

Included

Experienced professional pilot
Free parking at the seaplane base
20-minute seaplane flight

Not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

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GetYourGuide

4.65 / 5 · 137 reviews

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Important information

A minimum of two adults is required per booking; prices are per person
Maximum of 6 passengers per seaplane
Infants must sit on an adult’s lap; bringing a child seat for babies and young children is recommended
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

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Service animals are allowed; suitable for all physical fitness levels
Flight route may vary due to weather or other factors
Provide local contact details when booking
Departure is from the San Francisco Seaplane base in Mill Valley

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. GetYourGuide rates it 4.65 from 137 reviews. We place that rating among all GetYourGuide ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.6. Top 18% in San Francisco means it ranks in the top 18% of tours in San Francisco by this score.