About Chardonnay Sailing Charters
Chardonnay Sailing Charters operates a stunning 70-foot sailing yacht from the Santa Cruz Small Craft Harbor, offering luxury public and private sailing experiences on Monterey Bay. With a capacity of 49 passengers and a fully appointed interior featuring a spacious salon, the Chardonnay is the premier large-vessel sailing experience on the central California coast. The yacht departs from 790 Mariner Park Way, just steps from the Walton Lighthouse and Twin Lakes State Beach.
Public charter options include daytime sails and sunset cruises that glide across Monterey Bay with views of the Santa Cruz coastline, the distant peaks of the Santa Lucia Range, and frequent sightings of dolphins, sea otters, humpback whales, and sea lions. Wine-tasting sails pair the beauty of the bay with curated local wines. Private charters are available for weddings, corporate events, birthdays, ash scatterings, and special celebrations, with custom catering packages and flexible scheduling year-round.
What makes Chardonnay Sailing Charters exceptional is the combination of a genuinely large, beautiful sailing vessel with the intimate feel of a boutique operation. The professional crew handles all the sailing while guests relax on deck, and the smooth ride of the 70-foot hull means even passengers prone to seasickness can enjoy the experience comfortably. With decades of operation on Monterey Bay and consistently stellar reviews, Chardonnay is the definitive luxury sailing experience departing from Santa Cruz Harbor.
