Big Betty – Private Motor Yacht
Big Betty – Private Motor Yacht
Step aboard Big Betty, a beautifully restored 1996 Bayliner 3988 Motor Yacht (refit in 2025) departing from Oakland, and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water. With space for up to 13 guests, this spacious yacht is powered by twin 250 HP Hino diesel engines and cruises comfortably at 16 knots—perfect for sightseeing, celebrations, and relaxing Bay adventures.
Inside, you'll find all the comforts of home: air conditioning and heat, an interior salon with a cosy settee, double berth and double bathroom, TV with high-speed WiFi, a full kitchen with stove, air fryer, grill, icemaker, and fridge. Outside, enjoy multiple lounge areas including the flybridge, aft deck, foredeck, bow sundeck, and bathing platform—ideal for soaking up the sun or taking in panoramic views.
Feel free to bring your own food and drinks, or ask about our catering options with hot or cold selections.
Safety is fully covered with GPS, radar, sonar, chart plotter, depth finder, VHF radio, life jackets, anchor, and more. Onboard policies are flexible—alcohol, pets, children, swimming, and even glass bottles are allowed. Optional add-ons like drinks and snacks are available.
Book your adventure today and experience Oakland’s waters in comfort, style, and total freedom aboard Big Betty!
**Please note: the price you see is for the rental of the vessel. After confirming the boat rental, there will be a crew selection process and additional payment, typically $140/hr for Captain + one crew member. Additional items such as catering and pickup from San Francisco, Sausalito, Berkeley, Richmond or Oyster point will be an additional $500.
Step aboard Big Betty, a beautifully restored 1996 Bayliner 3988 Motor Yacht (refit in 2025) departing from Oakland, and enjoy an unforgettable day on the water. With space for up to 13 guests, this spacious yacht is powered by twin 250 HP Hino diesel engines and cruises comfortably at 16 knots—perfect for sightseeing, celebrations, and relaxing Bay adventures.
Inside, you'll find all the comforts of home: air conditioning and heat, an interior salon with a cosy settee, double berth and double bathroom, TV with high-speed WiFi, a full kitchen with stove, air fryer, grill, icemaker, and fridge. Outside, enjoy multiple lounge areas including the flybridge, aft deck, foredeck, bow sundeck, and bathing platform—ideal for soaking up the sun or taking in panoramic views.
Feel free to bring your own food and drinks, or ask about our catering options with hot or cold selections.
Safety is fully covered with GPS, radar, sonar, chart plotter, depth finder, VHF radio, life jackets, anchor, and more. Onboard policies are flexible—alcohol, pets, children, swimming, and even glass bottles are allowed. Optional add-ons like drinks and snacks are available.
Book your adventure today and experience Oakland’s waters in comfort, style, and total freedom aboard Big Betty!
**Please note: the price you see is for the rental of the vessel. After confirming the boat rental, there will be a crew selection process and additional payment, typically $140/hr for Captain + one crew member. Additional items such as catering and pickup from San Francisco, Sausalito, Berkeley, Richmond or Oyster point will be an additional $500.
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My wife celebrated her 40th out on the water with some friends and had a blast. Big Betty was perfect and the Captain and thr crew were funny and engaging. would highly recommend
thank you Anissa for organizing a memorable trip for your friends birthday! Hope to have you out again.
My family had a very enjoyable charter from San Francisco into the raccoon straights and then to Tiburon. Captain Sam gave.us a comfortable ride through the somewhat wavy waters of that day, and was a friendly and helpful captain. The boat accommodates up to 13 guests and was plenty big enough. Thank you!
Captain Mike and staff were amazing, can’t wait to sail with them again!!!
thank you Ben! Would host anytime.
We did an intimate corporate appreciation event with Bryan - sunset sail around SF - and it was unreal experience. He was super communicative, kind, and just great all around. I will most definitely be doing this again :)
You’re welcome back anytime!