If you’re ready to celebrate a birthday, class reunion, graduation, retirement, wedding reception, or corporate event, host it on a yacht in the San Francisco Bay. The combination of ocean breezes with the boat amenities will provide a unique experience. If you’ve never used a charter boat as a party venue before, don’t worry—here are a few tips to help. 

4 Tips for Putting Together a Yacht Party 

1. Send Invitations Well in Advance 

If you send out the party invitations at least four to six weeks before it happens, you have time to find out who plans on coming. You’ll then know what size yacht to get. Too much empty space can be just as hard to work with as too little, so you’ll want an accurate headcount. Additionally, you can figure out how much food to order. 

2. Stock Up on Supplies 

You’ll be away from the shore for a while, so have extra food, drinks, ice, personal hygiene items, and medical supplies. It’s better to have a little more than you need than to run out of something important while you’re on the ocean. You’ll be glad for the excess if any guests decide to show up at the last minute.

3. Have a Theme 

A yacht offers a setting for a variety of fun themes like pirate treasure hunts, nautical adventures, and murder mystery casino nights. Out on the water, it will be easy to pretend to be pirates, explorers, or gambling cruise attendants.

Whatever theme you choose, create musical playlists or hire a band to play related songs that will get people on the dance floor.

Arrange for games and activities that fit the theme as well. For example, if you have a pirate-themed party, feature activities that let your guests pan for gold, bob for apples, or even “walk the plank.”

4. Plan the Journey 

Research sights around the San Francisco Bay that you especially want your guests to enjoy. For example, the famous Pier 39 looks like a dazzling fantasy land from the water at night. You could also spend some time in a quieter area surrounded by beautiful trees and beaches, like Paradise or Ayala Cove. Go over the details of the boat’s intended path with the crew beforehand.

When you’re looking for a charter that can accommodate all your party plans, check out Compass Rose Yacht Charters in Berkeley, CA. Since 1992, they’ve helped throw parties for everything from personal celebrations to business events. On top of offering both small boats and two-level yachts, their professional crew will keep the party lively with a fully stocked bar and high-quality cuisine. To book a trip, call them today at (510) 523-9500 or send them a message online.