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San Francisco 1-Hour Seaplane Tour

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60-Minute San Francisco and Coastal Highlights Seaplane Sightseeing Tour
Point Reyes National Park
Bolinas Bay
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Point Bonita Lighthouse

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Overview

Admire the sights of San Francisco and the Northern California coast from a different perspective on an exhilarating 1-hour seaplane flight. Take off from Sausalito and fly over the headlands and nature preserves of Marin, Tomales Bay, Point Reyes and Highway One. Passing over the Golden Gate Bridge, enjoy aerial views of top San Francisco attractions including Alcatraz, Angel Island and AT&T Park, and end with a smooth water landing back in Sausalito. Round-trip shuttle transport from San Francisco’s Fisherman's Wharf is available for your convenience.

What's Included

  • Professional pilot
  • 60-minute flight
  • Round-trip shuttle transport from Fisherman's Wharf (if desired)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities
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What To Expect

Seaplane Adventures (Pass By)

Take off from the Sausalito Bay.
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Alamere Falls (Pass By)

See the rare "tidefall" that flows into the ocean.
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Point Reyes Lighthouse (Pass By)

Also knows as Point Reyes Light.
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Tomales Bay State Park (Pass By)

Fly over the narrow inlet of the Pacific Ocean.
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Muir Beach (Pass By)

Fly next to Muir Woods and over Muir Beach.
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Marin Headlands (Pass By)

See the hilly peninsula at the southernmost end of Marin called the Marin Headlands.
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Golden Gate Bridge (Pass By)

Get a bird's eye view of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Crissy Field (Pass By)

Presidio
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Pier 39 (Pass By)

Pier 39 is best known for its popular shopping center and tourist attractions.
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Coit Tower (Pass By)

Located at Telegraph Hills - 210-foot tower.
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Oracle Park (Pass By)

Home of the San Francisco Giants - Baseball team.
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Alcatraz Island (Pass By)

Alcatraz penitentiary or knows around the world as the Rock.
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Angel Island State Park (Pass By)

Angel Island is the largest natural island in San Francisco Bay.
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Additional Info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Seaplane seats a maximum of 6 passengers
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Flight route may vary due to weather or other factors

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco 1-Hour Seaplane Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the San Francisco 1-Hour Seaplane Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Professional pilot.
  • 60-minute flight.
  • Round-trip shuttle transport from Fisherman's Wharf (if desired).
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off.
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase).
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 3. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the San Francisco 1-Hour Seaplane Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for San Francisco 1-Hour Seaplane Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool San Francisco. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Professional pilot
  • 60-minute flight
  • Round-trip shuttle transport from Fisherman's Wharf (if desired)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Gratuities

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please provide contact details at time of booking
  • If shuttle transportation is desired, please note in the Special Requirements field at time of booking
  • Seaplane seats a maximum of 6 passengers
  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
  • Flight route may vary due to weather or other factors
  • It is recommended to bring a child seat for babies and/or young children
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).

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