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Behind-the-Scenes Tour
Ages: 6 to adult
Get an insider’s view of the Aquarium. Each 50-minute tour will give you a chance to interact with our staff, discover the hidden life of animals and learn about our ocean research.

Youth Group Seashore Sleepovers
Ages: 6-14
Youth groups can have a great overnight experience at the Aquarium. It’s a chance to explore the Aquarium after hours, and sleep beside our world-class exhibits. Throughout the evening, we'll offer a variety of activities led by our staff.

Morning Rounds
Ages: 8 to adult
Interact with our exhibit animals as an aquarist would. Go behind the scenes before the Aquarium opens and see what goes into the start of each day. You'll even feed some of our animals.

Fishing for History: A Cannery Row Tour
Ages: 10 to adult
Journey through time along the street made famous by John Steinbeck. Discover Cannery Row's history, from the time of Monterey's native peoples through the days of the "Sardine Capital of the World." Co-sponsored by the Monterey Maritime and History Museum.

Sailing Adventures: Day Sails
Ages: 10 to adult
Become a marine scientist for a day! Experience the natural wonders of Monterey Bay first-hand as you work alongside Aquarium naturalists aboard the Derek M Baylis, a 65-foot sailboat designed for ocean research.
This program will resume in May of 2009.

Sailing Adventures: Sunset Sails
Ages: 10 to adult
Join us for a spectacular sunset sail on the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Enjoy light refreshments and watch for wildlife on the bay.
This program will resume in May of 2009.

Underwater Explorers
Ages: 8-13
In this unique, underwater adventure, kids ages 8 to 13 surface SCUBA dive with our staff in the Great Tide Pool and meet the amazing critters who live under water. Kids get a fish's-eye view of the tide pool as they float safely on the surface.
This program will resume in May of 2009.

Sail Monterey Bay with Carrera Sailing on the newest, largest charter sailboat in Monterey! We provide intimate, small group sailing, where you can participate or sit back, relax and let us sail you around the scenic Monterey Bay Sanctuary. Carrera Sailing has been operating from Randy's Fishing Trips on the Old Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey since 1994. All skippers are US Coast Guard licensed and vessels meet or exceed US Coast Guard requirements. Carrera Sailing services:  Nature tours under sail in Monterey Bay Sanctuary - 1 1/2 hour sailing trips Romantic Sunset Cruise Private charter suited to your special needs Corporate Team Challenge Sea burial memorial services- scattering of ashes US Sailing accredited sailing lessons Sailing Charters MONTEREY BAY SANCTUARY SAILING & NATURE EXCURSIONS Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary in home to many varieties of birds, whales, dolphins, sea lions, seals and sea otters; wildlife sightings, especially of sea lions are frequent. 1 1/2 Hour Sailing Excursion $45 per person Children under 12 and active military - $40 per person Groups of four or more $40 per person Six passenger maximum From April 1 to October 15 sails conducted daily at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and 5 p.m.
From October 16 to March 30 conducted only at 12:00 and 2:00 p.m.   Romantic Sunset Cruise
WATCH THE SUN SET ON THE OCEAN 1 1/2 HOUR SAILING EXCURSION $45 PER PERSON $40 per person for four or more - six passenger maximum RESERVATION HIGHLY SUGGESTED April 1 to October 15
Aproximate times: April 6:30 PM
May 7:00 PM
June 7:15 PM
July 7:30 PM
August 7:00 PM
September 6:30 PM
October 5:30 PM

Sail with confidence on world famous Monterey Bay. Monterey hosts the most bio-dense and bio-diverse ecosystem on the U.S. Pacific coast. Whether you are a complete novice trying sailing for the first time, or an experienced ocean veteran ready to take your seamanship to a higher level, we offer American Sailing Association (ASA) classes taught to your skill level. ASA certifications are valid for life and recognized internationally. Choose a captained cruise for a more relaxing voyage in the world's second largest marine sanctuary. Cruises are safe, affordable, family fun for all ages. For sailors who want to become active in the sport, a membership in Monterey Bay Sailing Club reduces the cost of certification courses and bareboat rentals by 50 - 70%. Bareboat rentals are available for non-members who are certified and qualified to bareboat. The Monterey Bay Sailing fleet offers a selection of boats suited to the local conditions.

Monterey Bay Sailing is a professional sailing organization established in 1998 whose mission is to offer residents of the Monterey Peninsula communities and visitors an affordable opportunity to sail the central coast. The local conditions are a sailors paradise. Typically, 345 plus days of good to excellent sailing conditions predominate annually. The prevailing west to northwest wind ranges predictably from 8-15 knots. Marine mammals seen frequently include grey, blue and humpback whales who blow, or breach as they migrate with their calves. Sea otters, dolphin and vocal sea lions enjoy one of the most pristine areas of the entire Pacific. On cruises, all sailors are offered a chance to take the helm and discover the grace and beauty of a boat under sail.

Our sailing school is staffed by professional sailors with decades of experience. We are dedicated to teaching safety and seamanship and give you the confidence to fulfill your sailing goals and dreams. Departing from Old Fisherman's Wharf, our fleet of pleasure and luxury yachts, piloted by captains and crew with vast knowledge of the local marine life, will offer you or your corporate group an exhilarating sail and unparalleled experience on the waters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. We offer ASA-certified sailing lessons, sunset dinner cruising, pleasure cruising, and onboard overnights amidst the otters and seals.

Pricing Sailing Prices   2 - 6 passengers 30' Sail Boat
Package/Duration   Adult (per person)   Kids 12 & under
1 Hour Bay Cruise  $39.00                       $25.00
2 Hour Bay Cruise  $59.00                       $39.00
Half Day Cruise       $110.00                    $69.00 - 4 hours Two Hour Sunset    $75.00                      $55.00 Appetizer Cruise
Two Hour Sunset    $99.00                      $79.00 Dinner Cruise   Private Cruises & Special Trips  2 - 6 passengers - 30' Sail Boat Package/Duration                 Fare                            
Boat Overnight                      $100.00 (1-4 Person)           Wedding - 2 hours                $449.00             Corporate Team Building    $70.00 per person    2 hours         
Corporate Team Building    $120.00 per person 4 hours            
Memorial Service                  $349.00     2 hours        Unattended Scattering         $99.00 Power Boat Cruises   7 - 99 passengers
Package/Duration   Adult    Kids 12 & under   Minimum
1Hour Bay Cruise   $35.00  $29.00                   $600.00
2 Hour Bay Cruise  $45.00  $39.00                   $900.00
3 Hour Cruise          $49.00  $40.00                   $1200.00