2015 Memorial Day Weekend Sails

enjoy memorial day weekend aboard the 

65' team O'Neill catamaran

Saturday, May 23

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

7 PM 1.5-hour Sunset Sail | $30/ticket

Sunday, May 25

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

Monday, May 25—Memorial Day

1 PM 1-hour Day Sail | $20/ticket

3 PM 1.5-hour Day Sail | $30/ticket

7 PM 1.5-hour Sunset Sail | $30/ticket

Kids 0-4 sail free all weekend! Purchase your tickets today.

MORE upcoming sailing events

June 5: First Beer Sampling Sail of the season 

Featuring Discretion Brewing @ 7:15 PM | $40/ticket

June 17: First Wine Tasting Sail of the season 

Featuring Bonny Doon Winery @ 7:15 PM | $40/ticket

June 20 & 21: Father's Day Weekend Sails 

Various 1- and 1.5-hour sails throughout each day

Holiday Office Closure

OYC Office Holiday Break Closure

We've sailed through another fantastic year here at OYC and now we're taking a break! Beginning Monday, December 22 through Sunday, January 4, the OYC main office will be closed. Any calls or emails we receive will be returned promptly on Monday, January 5. Regular business hours will also resume that day. 

We hope you enjoy this holiday season with your families, as we enjoy it with ours. 

See you in 2015!

Sail Through the Holiday Season

Happy Holidays

from O'Neill Yacht Charters!

Looking for a great gift for someone on your list? Check out what OYC has in stock for you!

Brand new tees and hoods available now! Call 831.818.3645 to order.

Team OYC Tee
White 100% cotten S/S (preshrunk)
Available in unisex S–XXL

$17.00 including sales tax

Team OYC Hood

Light Grey 80% cotten, 20% poly L/S 

Available in unisex XS–XXL

$33.00 including sales tax

Want more? Give the gift of sailing to someone you love this season and pick up a gift certificate for any one of our summer sailing adventures. 

Types of Sails
Weekend afternoon and sunset sails | $20–$30
Wednesday night sailboat race sails | $30
Local ber and wine tasting sails | $40
Whale watching sails | $49
Seasonal firework sails | $45

Call 831.818.3645 to order your gift certificate today. 

2014 Public Sailing Season Closes

THANK YOU

We've sailed through another fun and exciting season aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran and we're stoked that so many of you joined us over the summer! We can't wait to start back up in May 2015, so check back in for announcements around that time.

If you're interested in unique venue to host your next special event, keep in mind that OYC books private charters year-round. Send us an email for more information. 

See you next season!

- Your OYC Crew

October Sailing Events

UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT SAILS:
SANTA CRUZ FALL FIREWORKS CRUISES
Saturday, October 4 and Saturday, October 11
TICKETS

This October marks two notable celebrations in Santa Cruz County. The Santa Cruz Wharf is celebrating its centennial all day on Saturday, October 4 and topping off the events with a fireworks show at 9 PM. The Monte Foundation is holding its 20th anniversary celebration on Saturday, October 11 and setting off their fireworks spectacular in Capitola. On these nights, OYC's two-hour cruises will provide a unique and ideal vantage point to see the fireworks from, along with complimentary gourmet pizza. 

• Santa Cruz Wharf Centennial Fireworks Cruise | Saturday, October 4 at 8 PM | $45 SOLD OUT
• Monte Foundation Fireworks Cruise | Saturday, October 11 at 7:30 PM | $45

Advance purchase is strongly recommended.

LOCAL WINE TASTING SAIL
feat. VINO TABI WINERY
Wednesday, October 1 at 6 PM
TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery for the last time this season aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran on an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.

LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. DISCRETION BREWING

Friday, October 3 at 6 PM

TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up our friends at Discretion Brewing for the last time this season to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery is included, and Discretion's friendly staff will be pouring. Sail and get to know your local brewers! Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

FEATURED WEEKLY SAIL:

1.5-HOUR SUNSET SAILS

Select Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at various times

TICKETS


Enjoy the breathtaking Santa Cruz sunset aboard the 65' Team O'Neill catamaran, while discovering the beauty of the Monterey Bay. These relaxing sunset cruises along the picturesque Santa Cruz coastline are perfect for outings with the whole family or just a date with your loved one.


On these unforgettable sails, you will:

• Experience the fun of sailing on a smooth, stable catamaran that new or experienced sailors will enjoy. 


• Sail out in the bay along the scenic Santa Cruz coastline, taking in such sights as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, multiple lighthouses and beautiful beaches.

• Check out the surfers at the world famous Steamer Lane.


• Sail through the kelp forest where you may catch a glimpse of sea lions, seals, sea otters, turtles and dolphins. Look out farther on to the bay and you may even spot a whale or two.

• Enjoy the beautiful sunset!

The Team O'Neill is open and spacious with plenty of room to stretch out. You can walk the deck, roll on the trampoline or simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Our experienced captains and crew will make sure your sail is fun and safe for the whole family.

September Sailing Events: Week 2

UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENT SAIL:
LOCAL WINE TASTING SAIL
feat. VINO TABI WINERY
Wednesday, September 17 at 6 PM
TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.

FEATURED WEEKLY SAIL:
1.5-HOUR SUNSET SAILS
Select Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays at various times
TICKETS

Enjoy the breathtaking Santa Cruz sunset aboard the 65' Team O'Neill catamaran, while discovering the beauty of the Monterey Bay. These relaxing sunset cruises along the picturesque Santa Cruz coastline are perfect for outings with the whole family or just a date with your loved one.


On these unforgettable sails, you will: 

• Experience the fun of sailing on a smooth, stable catamaran that new or experienced sailors will enjoy. 

• Sail out in the bay along the scenic Santa Cruz coastline, taking in such sights as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, multiple lighthouses and beautiful beaches.
• Check out the surfers at the world famous Steamer Lane.

• Sail through the kelp forest where you may catch a glimpse of sea lions, seals, sea otters, turtles and dolphins. Look out farther on to the bay and you may even spot a whale or two.
• Enjoy the beautiful sunset!

The Team O'Neill is open and spacious with plenty of room to stretch out. You can walk the deck, roll on the trampoline or simply sit back and enjoy the ride. Our experienced captains and crew will make sure your sail is fun and safe for the whole family.

Labor Day Week & Weekend Fun

Local Wine Tasting Sail with Bonny Doon Vineyard

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 at 6 PM
TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Join Bonny Doon Vineyard aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Bonny Doon sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.  

LABOR DAY WEEKEND EVENTS

[DAILY EVENTS AT THE TOP AND EVENT DISCREPTIONS AT THE BOTTOM]

FRIDAY, AUGUST 29

Sunset Sail | 6:30 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

SATURDAY, AUGUST 30

Whale Watch Cruise | 8 AM | 3.5-hrs | $49   TICKETS

Day Sail | 1 PM | 1-hr | $20   TICKETS
Sunset Sail | 6:30 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

SUNDAY, AUGUST 31

Day Sail | 1 PM | 1-hr | $20   TICKETS
Day Sail | 3 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 — LABOR DAY!

Day Sail | 1 PM | 1.5-hrs | $30   TICKETS

Kids under 5 years old sail for free all weekend long!

Whale Watching Cruises

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs

The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you an extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

• A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
• A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
• The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 

Afternoon Day Sails

Looking for a mid-day sail that'll provide a fun experience for the whole family? Then come aboard for one of our relaxing and scenic Afternoon Day Sails. These 1-hour and 1.5-hour sails are the ideal sails for everyone, from those who are new to boating to those who are local return passengers. You'll love the catamaran's smooth, stable ride, prime views of the bay and comfortable trampoline net to soak up the sun from.

What's Included:

• Experiencing a smooth and fun sail the whole family can enjoy.  

• Sailing out in the bay along the scenic Santa Cruz coastline, taking in such sights as the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Wharf, multiple lighthouses and beautiful beaches.
• Sailing through the kelp forest where you may catch a glimpse of sea lions, seals, sea otters, turtles and dolphins. Look out farther on to the bay and you may even spot a whale or two. 

Sunset Sails

Enjoy the beautiful Santa Cruz sunset from the Team O'Neill, while discovering the beauty of the Monterey Bay. These relaxing sunset cruises along the picturesque Santa Cruz coastline are perfect for outings with the whole family or just a date with your loved one.


What's Included:

• Everything you enjoy on our Day Sails, enhanced by the breathtaking sunset. 

Late August Sailing Events

Local Beer Sampling Sail with Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22 at 6 PM 

TICKETS

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza and fresh fruit is provided by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery and  are included and SCMB's knowledgable staff will be pouring. Get to know your local brewers and come aboard for this fun cruise that'll get your weekend off to a great start. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

Local Wine Tasting Sail with Bonny Doon Vineyard
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27 at 6 PM
TICKETS SOLD OUT!

Join Bonny Doon Vineyard aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Bonny Doon sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.  

Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM
TICKETS

The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs

• A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
• A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
• The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 

Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.

General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.

More Sailing Events in August

LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. SANTA CRUZ ALE WORKS
Friday, August 15 at 6 PM
TICKETS

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Santa Cruz Ale Works to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Perfectly paired appetizers from SC Ale Work's own kitchen are included and their knowledgable staff will be pouring. Get to know your local brewers and come aboard for this fun cruise that'll get your weekend off to a great start. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM
TICKETS

The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

Photo Credit: Central Coast Photographs

• A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
• A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
• The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 

Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.

General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.

August 2014 Sailing Events

LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL
feat. DISCRETION BREWING
Friday, August 8 at 6 PM
TICKETS

This week is Beer Week in Santa Cruz, and nothing could kick off the weekend festivities better than with great views and tasty brews! This Friday OYC is teaming up with our friends at Discretion Brewing to give you a sampling of some of their craft beers, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Gourmet pizza by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery is included and Discretion's knowledgable staff will be pouring. Sail and get to know your local brewers! Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

LOCAL WINE TASTING SAIL
feat. VINO TABI WINERY

Wednesday, August 13 at 6 PM 
TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40.

Summer Whale Watching Cruises
Saturday mornings at 8 AM
TICKETS

The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales. 

What's Included:

• A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
• A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
• The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 

Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.

General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.

Summer Whale Watching Tours

Summer Whale Watching Cruises

Saturday Mornings at 8 AM

3.5-hours | $49

GET TICKETS

The Monterey Bay is currently experiencing some of the most frequent humpback whale activity of the year, and they have been continously spotted just off the Santa Cruz coastline. Though OYC sees many whales during our regular weekend sails, we're bringing you a extended sailing experience so we can take you further onto the bay to spot these summer whales.

What's Included:

• A 3 to 3.5-hour whale watch excursion, where we'll cruise around the bay in search of our local whale activity.
• A hot breakfast catered by Pleasure Pizza's East Side Eatery. Breakfast includes meat and veggie breakfast burritos, fresh seasonal fruit and your choice of coffee, tea or water.
• The best view of the Monterey Bay's wildlife on the smooth and stable 65' Team O'Neill catamaran. 

Advance ticket purchase is strongly recommended. Kids under 5 sail for free.

General Whale Activity by Season:

SPRING: Humpback whales throughout the spring, with a few gray whales in the beginning of the season.
SUMMER: Humpback whales, blue whales and fin whales.
FALL: Humpback whales and blue whales.
WINTER: Migrating gray whales.
YEAR-ROUND: Dolphins, sea lions, sea otters and local and migratory birds, looking for food or just playing in the ocean.

July 4th Events

ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY SAILS

Celebrate from the best view of the Monterey Bay

Join us for a relaxing sail on the most celebrated day of summer. We have three sails going out, each providing a fun and exciting time on the water for the whole family. These sails are sell-outs so get your tickets early.

FRIDAY, JULY 4 SAILS

3:30 PM | 1-Hour | $20

5:30 PM | 1.5-Hour | $30

8 PM | 2-Hour | $45
with live music by Al Frisby

June's Upcoming Special Events

LOCAL BEER SAMPLING SAIL with
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAIN BREWING

FRIDAY, JUNE 20 at 6 PM

This Friday OYC is teaming up our friends at Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing to give you a sampling of some of their tasty brews, while sailing on the beautiful Monterey Bay. Perfectly paired appetizers are included, and the knowledgable staff behind this local favorite will be pouring. Get to know your local brewers and come aboard for this fun cruise that'll get your weekend off to a great start. Tickets are $40 and advance purchase is strongly recommended.

 GET TICKETS 

June Special Events

Local Wine & Beer Tasting Sails Begin in June

Wednesday, June 4 at 6 PM 

GET TICKETS

Join Vino Tabi Winery aboard the Team O'Neill catamaran for an unforgettable Wednesday night cruise. Pouring signature varietals and pairing them with an array of treats and sweets, Vino Tabi sommeliers will provide a fun, interactive way for passengers to learn about wine against the backdrop of the local Wednesday night sailboat races. This 1.5-hour sail departs at 6 PM and tickets are $40. 

Friday, June 6 at 6 PM

GET TICKETS

Kick off the weekend with great views and sampling of brews! This summer OYC is partnering with the best Santa Cruz breweries to bring you a variety of what's brewing in town. Starting off the series is Discretion Brewing on June 6. Santa Cruz Ale Works and Santa Cruz Mountain Brewery will also be pouring throughout the summer. Sails depart at 6 PM and tickets are $40, so grab your friends and family and start the weekend off right.