Set sail aboard a luxury Catalina 425 for a private charter across Galveston Bay—customizable four-hour cruises with morning, afternoon, evening and full-moon departures. Expect comfortable interiors, open decks, and routes that explore Kemah, Clear Lake and the wider bay.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
The Catalina 425 lifts quietly on Galveston Bay, spray flecking the teak as a warm Gulf breeze pushes the bow forward. From the cockpit you can see the Kemah piers and, farther back, the Houston skyline reduced to a few glass edges; gulls wheel and the bay itself seems to test your pace, urging you into open water.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours (standard; customizable to 6–8 hours)
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires basic mobility to step aboard and move on deck.
Wildlife
History
Galveston Bay has long been a working estuary—shrimping and shipping shaped coastal towns while the Clear Lake area grew around aerospace and recreational boating after WWII.
Conservation
Shallow estuaries are vulnerable to runoff and habitat loss—stick to marked channels, avoid disturbing shorebirds, and pack out all trash to protect tidal flats.
Reserve your spot on the Private Sailing Experience on Galveston Bay today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Boarding location and timing
Meet adjacent to the Sundance Grill in Kemah; arrive 15 minutes early to board and hear the safety briefing.
Sun and glare protection
Even on overcast days the low bay sun reflects strongly—bring SPF 30+ sunscreen and polarized sunglasses.
Prepare for wind shifts
Afternoon sea breezes can pick up—pack a light windproof layer to stay comfortable on deck.
Motion-sickness management
If you’re sensitive, take preventive medication before boarding and sit mid-boat where motion is mildest.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects against strong sun reflected off the water during prolonged exposure.
summer
Polarized sunglasses
Reduces glare for safer navigation and clearer photos.
Light wind jacket
Blocks cooler evening breezes and sudden gusts on the bay.
fall
Non-slip deck shoes or water shoes
Provides traction on wet decks and comfortable movement when boarding.
spring