Do I need sailing experience to rent this boat?

Yes. This is a bareboat rental and new customers must complete a sailing resume at least 48 hours prior to departure to demonstrate equivalent experience.

Where is check-in located?

Check-in is at 1715 Strand Way, Coronado CA 92118. Bring photo ID for all drivers and the credit card used for payment.

What is the cancellation policy?

Any changes or cancellations must be made at least 3 days (72 hours) prior to your reservation start date for a full refund.

Are pets allowed onboard?

Pet policy is not specified in the provided listing; contact the operator directly via the referral link to confirm.

Fuel and provisioning are not guaranteed as included—confirm fuel policy and potential refueling charges before departure.

Are there restrooms onboard?

Yes, the Fountaine Pajot 36 has onboard cabins with marine heads; check specifics with the operator if accessibility is a concern.

Bareboat Catamaran Rental in Coronado: Fountaine-Pajot 36 Day Charter

Off the warm palm-lined shore of Coronado, California, the Fountaine-Pajot 36 - Coronado Bareboat Rental hands you the keys to a catamaran day that feels like private passage to the Pacific. Launched from 1715 Strand Way, Coronado CA 92118, this eight-hour bareboat option puts a stable, roomy Fountaine Pajot 36 (and options like the Lagoon 380) under your party’s control—ideal for sailors who want to set the pace and pick the anchorages.

The boat itself is built for comfort and social sailing: twin hulls that reduce roll, a trampoline for sunbathing forward, and roomy cabins for storing gear or sheltering a nap. Panoramic cockpits and wide side decks turn transit into a living room at sea, and the shallow draft opens coastal coves that deeper-keel vessels avoid. On a typical day you'll steer across sheltered water, slipping past Coronado’s shoreline, wide beaches, and low bluffs while locals fish off the strand and sea birds wheel above.

This rental stands out because it’s a bareboat: you supply qualified skipper experience, complete a sailing resume at least 48 hours before departure, and then run the itinerary. That freedom means you can tailor the day—anchoring in calm bays to swim, snorkeling in kelp edges, or cruising at sunset with cocktails on deck. The operator's check-in at 1715 Strand Way keeps logistics compact: bring photo ID for all drivers and the credit card used for payment.

Practical notes matter here. The Fountaine Pajot 36’s stability makes it family-friendly, but the ocean is unforgiving—respect wind forecasts and currents. Fuel, food, and advanced provisioning aren’t always included; plan ahead. Cancellation requires 72 hours’ notice for a full refund, and new renters must demonstrate equivalent sailing experience.

Why pick this trip in Coronado? It transforms a day at the beach into an active, nautical experience—more intimate than a full charter, more flexible than a fixed tour. For sailors, it’s an exercise in seamanship; for casual groups, it’s a spacious floating platform for sun, swim, and skyline views. The rental anchors your visit in the water culture that defines Coronado’s outdoor scene and makes the island feel accessible from an entirely new angle.

Whether you’re plotting a family swim stop or a twilight cruise, this bareboat day is a practical, memorable way to own your time on the water. Before you cast off, confirm fuel policy and any required security deposit, and review the operator's checklist during check-in. New skippers should request a local briefing on current, tide windows, and sheltered anchorages; charts and basic safety gear are provided but bring a charged phone and waterproof bag. Expect a brief orientation before departure; children should wear life jackets while moving on deck, and sunscreen is nonnegotiable and hydration.