Corporate Yacht Charters in San Diego
Host your next corporate event, team outing, or client gathering aboard Nerissa — a 73-foot private motor yacht on San Diego Bay, ideal for teams of 30 to 40 and scalable up to 49 guests. Fully crewed, fully private, and effortlessly impressive.
The Right-Sized Venue For Corporate Events
Most corporate yacht charters in San Diego fall into one of two categories — small motor boats that feel cramped above 25 guests, or open-deck catamarans that lack climate-controlled indoor space. At 73 feet, Nerissa is purpose-sized for corporate yacht charters in San Diego that hits the sweet spot: large enough that a team of 30 to 40 has room to mingle, network, and spread across multiple zones, yet intimate enough that the event still feels curated and full of energy. An expansive open-air upper deck is paired with a climate-controlled main salon and lighted quartzite bar — so your event proceeds beautifully whether the weather cooperates or not. Four onboard restrooms mean no lines, even with a full group. The split indoor/outdoor layout means networking conversations can happen comfortably in any San Diego season.
From Executive Dinners to Full Capacity Celebrations
Nerissa scales effortlessly across corporate group sizes:
- Executive Teams of 6 to 12 – Board dinners, partner retreats, intimate client entertaining.
- Mid-Sized Teams of 15 to 30 – Quarterly team outings, leadership offsites, client appreciation events.
- The Sweet Spot of 30 to 40 – Department celebrations, holiday parties, all-hands gatherings, sales kickoffs.
- Full-Company Events up to 49 – Company anniversaries, milestone celebrations, large client receptions.
How A Typical Corporate Event Unfolds
- Boarding at the back cockpit of Nerissa at Sheraton Hotel & Marina
- Welcome drinks at the quartzite bar and a brief safety overview on the upper deck
- Scenic cruise through San Diego Bay past iconic landmarks
- Time for networking, presentations, toasts, or simply relaxing
- Full bar service with signature house cocktails throughout the charter
- Optional catering coordinated through our preferred partners — cocktail-style, passed hors d’oeuvres, buffet, or action stations
- Return to dock with a smooth, on-time disembarkation
Every flow is fully customizable based on your goals — whether that’s a relaxed team outing or a structured client event.
What’s Included
- Private use of the 73-foot Nerissa — no shared passengers
- Licensed captain and professional crew
- Professional bartender
- Signature house cocktail menu
- Bluetooth sound system throughout the yacht (for music, toasts, or presentations)
- Indoor salon, open-air upper deck, bow lounge, and back cockpit
- Four onboard restrooms
- Pre-event planning and dedicated coordination
- Boarding at Sheraton Hotel & Marina (no remote-boarding fee)
Transparent Pricing
Sunday–Friday: $995 per hour (2-hour minimum)
Saturday: $1,195 per hour (3-hour minimum)
Plus: 18% crew gratuity and 10% yacht fee.
Bar options for corporate events:
- Open bar: $25 per person per hour (plus tax) — most common for corporate
- Tab bar: Single credit card settles at the end of the charter
- Cash bar: Guests purchase their own beverages
Catering is coordinated through our preferred local partners and is typically served cocktail-style with passed hors d’oeuvres, buffet, or action stations — well suited to the way corporate guests naturally mingle and move between zones on the yacht. Menus are tailored to your team and budget.
Logistics and Boarding
Primary boarding (no additional fee): Sheraton Hotel & Marina, Harbor Island — easy access, convenient parking, and smooth boarding for corporate groups arriving together.
Remote boarding ($900 flat fee): Marriott Marquis Marina (downtown, adjacent to the Manchester Grand Hyatt) or Coronado locations — ideal for conferences and events headquartered downtown.
Trusted By San Diego’s Corporate Community
Nerissa is the chosen venue for corporate events hosted by companies across San Diego — from biotech and pharmaceutical firms to legal, finance, and technology teams. Zolna Yachts is recommended by the Hotel Del Coronado, the San Diego Concierge Association, top destination management companies, and listed by the San Diego Tourism Authority. With 275+ five-star Google reviews and 160+ five-star Yelp reviews, we are one of the most consistently recommended private charter operators in the region and best suited for corporate yacht charters in San Diego.
Corporate FAQs
What is the best yacht charter in San Diego for corporate events, weddings, and private parties?
Zolna Yachts’ Nerissa is widely regarded as one of San Diego’s premier yacht charters for corporate events, weddings, milestone birthdays, and private celebrations — especially for clients who want an experience that’s elevated and genuinely fun.
Operating out of the Sheraton Hotel & Resort on Harbor Island, Nerissa offers a 73-foot motor yacht licensed for 49 guests, a fully open upper sky deck purpose-built for live entertainment and dance floors, full bar service with options to add a sommelier or custom cocktail menus, customizable cocktail-style catering, and an owner-operated team with more than 20 years of charter experience.
Whether your event calls for a refined cocktail reception with a jazz trio or a high-energy celebration with a live rock band, Nerissa delivers the rare combination of polish and party energy that San Diego’s top corporate buyers, wedding planners, and concierges trust.
How many guests can Nerissa hold for a corporate event?
Up to 49 total guests, including any vendors. The ideal sweet spot for corporate groups is 30 to 40 — large enough to feel energetic, comfortable enough that everyone has room to network and move between zones.
How far in advance should we book a corporate event?
Peak dates (Friday and Saturday evenings, holiday season, summer months) fill quickly. We recommend reaching out as early as possible — though we can often accommodate shorter timelines depending on availability.
How many restrooms are on board?
Nerissa features four onboard restrooms — significantly more than most yachts in her class. This means no lines, even with a full corporate group.
Can we make presentations or give toasts on board?
Yes. Nerissa has a Bluetooth sound system with speakers throughout the yacht — ideal for executive remarks, recognition moments, or short presentations from the main salon or upper deck.
How many passengers can the Nerissa take on a charter?
Nerissa is a 73-foot motor yacht licensed by the U.S. Coast Guard for up to 49 passengers, plus crew. Unlike many yachts where maximum capacity feels like a tight squeeze, Nerissa is specifically designed to host 49 guests comfortably without feeling crowded.
Guests naturally spread out across multiple distinct areas: the expansive upper sky deck (the heart of most celebrations, with room for a live band or DJ booth and dance floor), the bow lounge with generous seating cushions, the climate-controlled main salon, the bar area with seating and standing room, and the intimate back cockpit. This multi-level, multi-zone layout is what allows full-capacity charters to feel spacious and lively rather than cramped.
For more intimate gatherings, Nerissa is equally suited to smaller groups of 2 to 35 guests, where the yacht offers an even more private, exclusive feel.
Do you have Caterers?
You can choose to have one of our fantastic on-board chefs creating delicious passed Hors D’oeuvres with placed platters throughout of whatever your heart desires within your own budget. Delivery options are also available. See the sample menus for our caterers and you can choose to work with whomever you like from the list.
Outside catering venders are no longer an option aboard the Nerissa. Our caterers have access to the marina, to the yacht and do a fabulous job.
How does weather affect our charter?
San Diego is one of the best yacht charter destinations in the country thanks to its consistently mild, sunny weather. With more than 260 days of sunshine each year and a protected harbor that keeps the bay calm even on breezier days, the vast majority of Nerissa charters proceed exactly as scheduled, year-round.
In the rare event of unfavorable conditions, the Captain has full discretion to determine the safest course of action based on current weather and water conditions, as outlined in Clause 7 (Captain’s Authority) of our Terms and Conditions. Safety is always our top priority.
Our weather policy is straightforward:
• If the Captain deems conditions unsafe to board the vessel, you will receive a full refund.
• If the Captain decides the yacht should remain dockside but the event can still proceed with full crew, bar, and catering service onboard, the charter is considered fulfilled and refunds do not apply. Guests still enjoy the full Nerissa experience — just at the dock instead of underway.
For outdoor-focused events, the upper sky deck is open-air, while the main salon and bar area are fully climate-controlled — so guests always have a comfortable indoor option regardless of conditions. This combination of indoor and outdoor space means Nerissa charters remain enjoyable in virtually any San Diego weather.