Holiday Cruises | BowTie Charters San Diego
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Private Luxury Holiday Cruises

Celebrate the season on the water with holiday parties, festive gatherings, Parade of Lights viewing, and New Year's Eve on the bay.

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More Than A Holiday Cruise

Picture This

Your favorite people, the city wrapped in holiday lights, and the San Diego Bay Parade of Lights drifting past as you toast the season from the water.


Perfect For The Season

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Company Holiday Parties

Reward your team or impress clients with a private yacht for your end-of-year celebration.

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Family Holiday Gatherings

Bring everyone together for a festive day on the water they won't forget.

Parade of Lights Viewing

Watch the San Diego Bay Parade of Lights from the best seat in the harbor.

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New Year's Eve

Ring in the new year on the bay with your crew, your music, and the city skyline.

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Friendsmas & Group Celebrations

Gather your favorite people for a private, festive celebration on the water.

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Holiday Proposals

Make the season unforgettable with a proposal under the lights on the bay.

Transparent Pricing

Holiday Cruise Experiences
Starting At $3,600

Split it with your crew. It's more affordable than you think.

🛥️ Private 80-foot luxury yacht
👥 Up to 12 guests
✨ Customizable experience
$1,200/hr
Per Hour

Flexible hourly rate for your group

$100/person/hr
Per Person Per Hour

Perfect for larger groups splitting the cost

From $3,600
Full Charter

3-hour minimum, the full BowTie experience

Ready to lock in your date?

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Upgrades can be added at checkout

💳 Finance Your Charter, From ~$125/mo Choose your payment plan at checkout
Affirm Klarna Afterpay

Step Aboard

Tour BowTie

See every space before you book. This is what 80 feet of luxury looks like.

The Salon
The Salon
Newly renovated interior with a leather sectional, marble bar, and full entertainment setup
New Full Bar
New Full Bar
A brand new full bar that's ready for your own drinks or a bartender you bring along. BYOB
Upstairs Bar
Upstairs Bar
A second bar up on the top deck, so drinks are always close to the party
Dance Floor
Dance Floor
Room to dance with a full sound system and lighting, the heart of every celebration
Rear Deck
Rear Deck
An open-air rear deck with easy access to the water and the slide
Top Deck Lounge
Top Deck Lounge
The most coveted spot onboard, a big sectional with panoramic bay views
Luxury Bow Cushions
Luxury Bow Cushions
Premium cushioned seating at the bow, perfect for sunbathing and relaxing
Full Size Kitchen
Full Size Kitchen
A fully equipped kitchen to prep, plate, and serve your food onboard
Two Bathrooms
Two Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms onboard, so your whole group stays comfortable all day on the water

Make It Unforgettable

Available Upgrades

Upgrade

Water Toys

Inflatable floats, paddleboards, and our 30ft water slide. Everything you need to turn the bay into your own playground.

Upgrade

DJ Service

Professional DJ with full sound system and disco ball. Your playlist or ours.

Upgrade

Catering

We partner with top San Diego caterers to bring incredible food directly to your charter.

Upgrade

Photographer

Capture every moment with a professional on-board photographer. Memories that last forever.

Upgrade

Bartender

A licensed bartender to mix and serve drinks all charter long. Required if you want to bring hard liquor onboard.

All upgrades added at checkout when booking

Pick your upgrades on the next step.

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How We Compare

BowTie vs. Other
San Diego Charters

Most charter companies offer a boat and a captain. BowTie offers a curated luxury experience from start to finish.

BowTie ⚓ Others
Yacht Size 80ft 40–60ft
Newly Renovated Interior
30ft Water Slide (Ritz-Carlton Grade)
Fully Private, Max 12 Guests Varies
Full Size Onboard Kitchen Varies
Luxury Outdoor Lounge & Bow Cushions Varies
DJ, Photographer & Bartender Upgrades
Financing (Affirm, Klarna, Afterpay)
Curated Luxury Experience
Feature BowTie ⚓ Others
Yacht Size80ft40–60ft
Newly Renovated Interior
30ft Water Slide
Fully Private, Max 12Varies
Full Size KitchenVaries
Outdoor Lounge & CushionsVaries
DJ / Photo / Bartender
Financing Available
Curated Luxury

See why guests choose BowTie every time.

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What You Get

Everything Included
in Your Charter

Arrive and enjoy. We've thought of everything.

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Private 80-Foot Yacht

The entire yacht is reserved exclusively for your group. No strangers, no shared spaces.

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Up to 12 Guests

Intimate enough to feel exclusive, spacious enough for your whole crew.

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Premium Sound System

High-end Bluetooth audio throughout the yacht. Your playlist, your vibe.

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2 Large Coolers

Spacious coolers to keep your drinks and food perfectly chilled all day.

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Cups, Plates and Utensils

All the essentials provided. Just bring the good vibes.

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Filtered Water

Complimentary filtered water available throughout your charter.

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BYOB Food and Beverages

Bring exactly what you want. Full onboard kitchen to prep, plate, and serve.

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Luxury Lounge Areas

Indoor salon, outdoor sectional, and bow cushions. Every spot is designed for comfort.

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San Diego Skyline Views

Unobstructed views of downtown, the Coronado Bridge, and the Pacific.

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DJ Deck Hookups

Lasers, smoke machine, and DJ deck connections ready to go when you upgrade.

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Preferred Vendor Network

Access to our trusted DJs, bartenders, photographers, caterers, and event partners on request.

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Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

We want your experience to be effortless from the very first question.

Can We Bring Food and Drinks?

Absolutely. You're welcome to bring your own food and beverages onboard. If you want to bring hard liquor, just add the bartender upgrade at checkout, since a licensed bartender is required to serve it.

How Many Guests Can We Bring?

Our charters are advertised for up to 12 guests, and that's 12 plus the person booking, so your group can be as large as 13. Every experience is fully private, meaning the entire yacht is reserved exclusively for your group.

What Is the Minimum Charter Length?

We have a 3-hour minimum for all holiday cruise charters. Most guests find that 3 to 5 hours gives them the perfect amount of time to relax, take in the lights, and enjoy.

Can We Customize the Experience?

Yes. From your route and playlist to catering, a DJ, a photographer, and more, we work with you to build the experience around your vision. Just let us know what you have in mind.

Where Do We Board?

Once your booking is confirmed, we'll send you detailed boarding instructions including the exact marina location, parking information, and everything else you need to arrive stress-free.

What Should We Bring?

We handle cups, plates, utensils, napkins, coolers, and filtered water. Bring your food, drinks, sunscreen, sunglasses, and towels, plus whatever else makes your group comfortable. We take care of the rest.

How Do I Reserve My Date?

To reserve your date, the charter is paid in full at the time of booking. If you'd rather split up the cost, financing options are available at checkout.

What Happens If the Weather Is Bad?

San Diego has incredible weather year-round. In the rare event of unsafe conditions, we'll work with you to reschedule at no additional cost. Your experience and safety always come first.

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What You're Booking
Private Holiday Cruise
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Group Size
Up to 12 Guests
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Starting At
$100 / person / hr
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Date & Duration
SELECTED IN NEXT STEP
📅 You'll choose your date on the next slide. Minimum 3 hours. Upgrades like the water slide, DJ, and photographer can also be added during checkout.
Please note: Per bareboat charter regulations, today's booking reserves the boat itself. The captain and crew are arranged separately and cannot be charged during this booking. Day-of charges will include the captain and crew agreement plus a standard 18% gratuity.

Have questions? Text us at (858) 648-5020