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Tours/San Francisco/Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour

Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour

4.8(43)San Francisco45 min
TRIPADVISOR4.8(43)
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
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Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour
Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour

At a glance

Duration
45 min
Price from
$376 / person
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 43 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 6
Cancellation
Free cancellation
Meeting point
If you do not need shuttle service, we would need you to check-in to our main starting point in Mill Valley. Please arrive 15min prior to your flight.
Confirmation
Instant

Prices checked on Sep 11, 2026Things to do in San Francisco

Description

Our 45 minute flight includes all the sights described in the Golden Gate Tour flight, but brings you the additional delights of the Bay Area’s dramatic coastline. Every seat booked is guaranteed a window seat!

Tour Options

3:15pm Flight - 2:30pm Shuttle
  • 45-min tour with shuttle transport from Fisherman's Wharf. Shuttle departs at 2:30pm (directions for pickup point in voucher)

Itinerary

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Take off from Seaplane Dock in the Sausalito Bay.

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Mount Tamalpais State Park

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Great camping beach.

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Then over the majestic and ancient redwoods of Muir Woods, and finally back over the legendary Golden Gate Bridge herself!

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Fly over Stinson Beach.

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This flight will begin with our take off from our seabase in the lovely bayside village of Sausalito just across the Golden Gate Bridge. We will then fly right over the Golden Gate National Reserve and out along the coast beyond the Golden Gate. This coastline has been sculpted by fantastic geologic forces over hundreds of millions of years, making the San Francisco Bay Area one of the most active seismic zones in the world!

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The fly on to Crissy Field

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To downtown San Francisco

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Oracle Park - Home of the Major League Baseball World Champion San Francisco Giants

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Then on over the infamous island prison of Alcatraz.

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Finally your flight will be completed with a pass by the historic Angel Island - the Immigrant Gateway to the West and a smooth landing back in Sausalito’s Richardson Bay.

Highlights

Experienced and professional pilot
45-minute Seaplane flight

What's included

Included
Experienced and professional pilot
45-minute Seaplane flight
Not included
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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
  • At the time of booking please provide local contact details

Frequently asked questions

How long does Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour take?

Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour lasts about 45 min. The itinerary has 11 stops.

How much does Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour cost?

Prices start at $376 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

Can I cancel Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is If you do not need shuttle service, we would need you to check-in to our main starting point in Mill Valley. Please arrive 15min prior to your flight.. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Greater Bay Area Seaplane Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 6 participants.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap It is recommended to bring a child seat for babies and/or young children

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Reviews(43)

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Joshua L
May 8, 2026
Seaplane Adventure

We had a great time. Our pilot Naz knew quite a bit about the area. We got to see everything on both sides of the plane

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ChrissyM217
March 9, 2026
Bad experience

Not good shuttle bus never turned up waited for an hour in sun not well pleased

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Sylvie L
September 25, 2025
I absolutely recommend .

We had the chance to fly over the bay in good weather. The pilot commented on the different points of view. Very nice experience.

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delilahmoon
August 23, 2025
10/10

10/10 experience. The pilot and owner Aaron was very kind, knowledgeable, and caring with a special flight organized for my dad’s 83rd birthday. He went above and beyond, and the seaplane and flight were magical. Highly recommend!

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Jimandbern
July 28, 2025
Lifetime memory of the Bay area

What an amazing experience! Wonderful views of the Bay area- the flight brought the area into perspective. Our pilot was full of excellent information and I would urge anyone staying in the area to take this opportunity for wonderful sights of the Golden Gate Bridge amongst so many unforgettable views. Truly amazing

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458stepanf
May 11, 2025
The most unique flight!

Excellent adventure for locals and tourists alike. This flight was my birthday gift from my wife. The view was gorgeous all the way. The pilot was very friendly, explained the points of interest along the route. We flew all the way to Point Reyes, circled the lighthouse, watched the waterfalls, crossed above the Golden Gate and circled the downtown San Francisco, Angel Island and Alcatraz. The flight was smooth, and taking off and landing on the water was very unusual, definitely adding to the uniqueness of this experience.

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SSMA80
January 26, 2025
Fabulous for locals and visitors alike

The seaplane tour is such a special and unique experience, and one I'd recommend for locals as well as visitors. If you live in the Bay Area you will see many familiar sights from a totally new vantage point. The views are incredible (bring a camera) and the pilot is knowledgeable and experienced. I felt totally safe and at ease and my kids especially loved it, as they've been begging to go on the seaplane for months.

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808Olena808
November 21, 2024
Underwhelming

This trip came highly recommended from good friends. Unfortunately we did not have the same good experience they had. It was a cloudy day and we received a call that the tour would be canceled due to poor visibility. Then a half hour later got a call that the pilot came back and said it was clear and the tour was back on. So we showed up. This was supposed to be the greater bay area tour. I was told when i booked it we would go up the coast toward Sonoma. In short our tour ended up being Emeryville, the Richmond Bridge and the prison. - basically the same as my commute to work. We did see a look of Mt Tam, but no SF sights at all and no coastline. Underwhelming. I think that the operators should have us back on a clear day so we can have a better experience for the $$$ we paid.

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charlesrZ5655NX
November 2, 2024
Spectacular air tour.

The greater bay area Seaplane tour enables its passengers to get a spectacular view from the air, to see the scale and beauty of San Francisco. My family members and I thoroughly enjoyed it! well worth the price in my humble opinion. I would highly recommend.

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lisagX2648JQ
October 28, 2024
Fantastic trip!!!!

Omg this was our best trip!! We loved it. After checking in and a short but necessary safety briefing we were given Wellington boots to walk to the plane. The tide was in a little so they saved our shoes getting wet. The pilot was very friendly and informative. We shared our flight with another couple. There are 6 seats including the pilot. You get a headset with microphone each. The flight was very smooth considering its a small aircraft. The views were amazing. The bay, city, woods, sea, coast, bridge. Lasted 45 mins as described. It was so exciting. I would definitely recommend doing it.

$376/ person
4.8(43)
Duration45 min
LanguagesEN
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Travellers1–9 pax
ConfirmationInstant
OperatorSeaplane Adventures
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