Old Plank Sailing Adventures — Marina del Rey Sailing & Jetski Trips
Old Plank Sailing Adventures operates from Marina del Rey, California, offering a range of private sails, personal watercraft adventures, and seafood-focused excursions in Santa Monica Bay and nearby waters.
Trips include private Therapy Sail cruises aboard the Prima Stella in 2-, 3-, and 4-hour formats, Seadoo-powered jetski adventures to Catalina and Paradise Cove, a Seafood Market Expedition led by Captain Mancini, and the Captain’s Lobster Adventure moonlight fishing trip.
Highlights and search keywords
These experiences emphasize private sailing, wildlife viewing, high-speed Seadoo jetski rides, and hands-on lobster and crab harvesting under moonlight.
Key search phrases include Marina del Rey sailing, Santa Monica Bay cruises, Catalina jetski adventure, Paradise Cove jetski, private sail charter, Seadoo rentals, and moonlight lobster trips.
Typical trip formats
- Therapy Sail: private 2-, 3-, and 4-hour cruises aboard Prima Stella with gourmet hors d'oeuvres and a bottle of rosé, ideal for sunset and wildlife viewing.
- Jetski Adventures: Island Seascape, Paradise Please, and Wildlife Seascape run on luxury Seadoos for high-speed ocean exploration and wildlife encounters.
- Seafood Market Expedition: sail beyond the jetty with Captain Mancini to explore hidden waters and local maritime spots.
- Captain’s Lobster Adventure: 3-hour moonlight outing to bait traps, learn techniques, and take home lobster and crab from Santa Monica Bay.
Booking and logistics
Departures begin in Marina del Rey and routes commonly visit Santa Monica Bay, Paradise Cove, and Catalina when applicable. Times, inclusions, and pricing vary by trip and should be reviewed on individual listings.
Wildlife and experiences
Wildlife sightings are a notable part of many trips, with opportunities to see dolphins, whales, and sea lions from both sails and Seadoo excursions when conditions allow. Jetski trips emphasize speed and close-up viewing; sailing trips emphasize comfort, scenery, and gourmet touches on specific Therapy Sail options.
Who leads the trips
Captain Mancini is named in specific experiences such as the Seafood Market Expedition and the Captain’s Lobster Adventure; Prima Stella is identified as the vessel for Therapy Sail cruises.
What to expect
- Options include short private sails, multi-hour cruises, half-day or full-day jetski excursions, exploratory seafood expeditions, and moonlight lobster trips.
- Equipment and inclusions vary by trip; Therapy Sail listings note hors d'oeuvres and rosé, while jetski listings highlight Seadoo watercraft.
Search optimization tips
To find these offerings, search keywords combining location and activity: Marina del Rey sailing, Santa Monica Bay cruise, Catalina jetski adventure, Paradise Cove Seadoo, private sail Prima Stella, Captain Mancini lobster. Combining activity and location increases relevance for high-intent queries related to private charters and adventure watercraft rentals.
Old Plank Sailing Adventures presents a range of curated sea experiences from Marina del Rey for wildlife viewing, coastal cruising, jetski thrills, and seafood expeditions. Review individual trip pages for exact itineraries, availability, and booking instructions.
Trip snapshots
Therapy Sail 2 Hours offers a private 2-hour Prima Stella cruise with gourmet hors d'oeuvres, a bottle of rosé, and wildlife views at sunset.
Island Seascape Santa Catalina Jetski Adventure uses luxury Seadoos for high-speed ocean runs, wind and spray, and exploration toward Catalina Island and wildlife sightings.
The Seafood Market Expedition sails beyond the jetty with Captain Mancini to find hidden waters, local maritime spots, and practical knowledge for market pursuit.
Therapy Sail 4 Hours provides a private 4-hour Prima Stella cruise featuring hors d'oeuvres, rosé, dawn dolphin spotting, ocean breezes, and sunset viewing opportunities.
Paradise Please Paradise Cove Malibu Jetski Adventure offers luxury Seadoos, dolphin and whale spotting, half-day or full-day Catalina options, anchoring, swimming, and beach breaks.
