We are the Longo family, our Grand Banks 42 Class is named Hafa Dai, meaning “hello” in the Chamorro language of Guam. Originally, I lived on the boat and learned to captain her while working in the Bay Area during the week, while spending my weekends at my family home up in Sonoma County. Though my nights on the Hafa Dai provided some of the best sleep I’ve ever gotten, I am now fortunate enough to work from home during the week, and the Hafa Dai has become our family retreat, which we wish to share with others.
My family and I have fallen in love with cruising the exhilarating San Francisco Bay, and hope to share this experience with other adventure seekers, who also appreciate beautiful sights, custom experiences, and a healthy dash of excitement.
Cheers,
Ron Longo & Family
Enjoy a private yacht charter with a USCG licensed, and experienced captain, and an exciting cruise around the San Francisco Bay.
The San Francisco Bay is magnificent, the sights are amazing, and the conditions are dynamic, to say the least. Winds can regularly exceed 25 knots, especially May through September.
Depending on the day and charter experience, you can expect a range of conditions. Be prepared with layered clothing: wind and water resistant pants, a wicking base layer, a “puff” or fleece mid-layer and a wind and water resistant jacket.
Shoes with soft, light soles that won’t mark white or wood decks, llke sailing or tennis shoes are ideal. (please no heels, even if they look awesome) If your shoes, clothing or accessories can’t get wet, probably best to leave them ashore. Not that they will - but they might.
We always wear - and require our guests - to wear life jackets. If you have one that you prefer, feel free to bring it. Otherwise, they will be provided.
Bring a hat (just make sure it won’t blow away), sunglasses and sunscreen.
The UVA filters in suncreen tend to give yellow stains to your clothes, upholstery and the decks of boats. Please do not apply spray products while on or near boats. Make sure lotions are absorbed, otherwise stains can be caused if fabrics or surfaces come into contact with the skin.
Food and drink while underway should be easy to deal with in the wind and the waves of the Bay. Think finger foods that won’t blow away! The Hafa Dai does have refrigeration, and there is a large ice chest on the upper deck. Please bring ice with you for your charter.
While people rarely experience sea-sickness on our boats, please moderate intake of alcoholic beverages, as booze can dramatically contribute to the problem. Please have water or soft drinks available.
Please, no red wine. Even a small spill stains gelcoat, wood and fabrics and leads to expensive cleaning or replacement charges.
Jack London Square | Oakland, CA
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