TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
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Santa Monica Private Sailing Tour
TourTruth score 7.3 out of 10
AverageTop 30% in Santa Monica
49 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score
- Santa Monica
- Updated November 2, 2026
Sail across Santa Monica Bay on a private yacht, with coastal views, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, and drinks served on board.
About this tour
Set sail from the Santa Monica area and let the Pacific’s steady rhythm set the pace for a private escape on the water. This Santa Monica private sailing tour pairs open-ocean views with the comfort of a dedicated yacht and captain.
Cruise across Santa Monica Bay aboard Prima Stella as the breeze fills the sails and the coastline unfolds around you. Keep an eye out for wildlife, then settle in for gourmet hors d’oeuvres and drinks, including sparkling lemonade, Italian soda, water, and rosé. A USCG-licensed captain, safety equipment, fuel, and an onboard restroom are provided, so you can focus on the scenery and the easygoing feel of the voyage. The experience is wheelchair accessible, and infant seats are available.
Your meeting location and instructions arrive after booking; the two possible locations are Dock 55 and Bluewater Sailing. A Los Angeles County commercial docking fee and California state taxes are due separately on the day of sailing. Book this Santa Monica private sailing tour for a relaxed coastal outing with good food, fresh air, and room to enjoy the view.
Highlights
- Glide across Santa Monica Bay aboard a private yacht
- Feel the Pacific breeze fill the sails
- Look for wildlife along Southern California’s coast
- Savor gourmet hors d’oeuvres and drinks on board
What's included
Included
- Private sailing yacht, Prima Stella
- USCG-licensed captain
- USCG safety equipment
- Fuel
- Commercial watercraft liability insurance ($1 million)
- Onboard restroom
- Gourmet hors d’oeuvres
- Nonalcoholic drinks, including sparkling lemonade, Italian soda, and water
- Rosé wine
Not included
- Los Angeles County commercial docking fee
- California state taxes due on the day of sailing
Ratings on each provider
The ratings and review counts each booking site shows for this tour.
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View on ViatorViator
4.84 / 5 · 49 reviews
Important information
- Wheelchair accessible, including all areas and surfaces
- Infants and small children can ride in a stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals are allowed
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Meeting location details and instructions are provided after booking; two possible locations are Dock 55 and Bluewater Sailing
How this score is calculated
This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 4.84 from 49 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.
How the score works and rating distribution in Santa Monica
- Each provider rating is turned into a percentile: the share of that provider's ratings it beats, weighted by review counts.
- Listings on different providers are combined in proportion to their review counts.
- Tours with few reviews are pulled toward the average until more reviews come in, so a handful of perfect reviews can't top the list.
- The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 7.3. Top 30% in Santa Monica means it ranks in the top 30% of tours in Santa Monica by this score.
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