Skip the cost and headaches of boat ownership and step straight into time on the water. With generous access to Lake Ontario’s premier sailing fleet, Gone Sailing Adventures’ Bareboat Sailing membership blends the freedom of yacht ownership with the ease of professional care — no maintenance, no storage fees, and no long-term commitment.
Traditional boat ownership can tie you to years of expenses and upkeep. Gone Sailing Adventures lifts that weight. Our Bareboat Sailing membership offers flexible, renewable one-season agreements ranging from 5 to 40 sailing days on Lake Ontario. Whether you’re trying sailing for the first time or returning for another season on Toronto’s waterfront, you stay fully in control of your commitment without the financial pressure of ownership. Perfect for experienced sailors who want premium sailing access without the decade-long boat loan.
Your investment goes where it matters: onto the water. Unlike traditional yacht clubs with hefty initiation costs and dock equity purchases, Gone Sailing Adventures requires no upfront fees beyond your chosen sailing package. Every dollar you pay translates into sailing days on Lake Ontario, giving you straightforward pricing and real value. Ideal for families budgeting for regular waterfront time.
We limit membership to just 6 full members per yacht so you can actually sail when you want to. With over 150 days in Toronto’s sailing season and only 48 scheduled reservations per 60-opportunity month, your boat is ready when you are. No competing with crowds for the same weekends — just dependable access to Toronto Harbour’s best-maintained fleet. Built for busy professionals who value predictable access for corporate events, client hosting, or relaxed weekend escapes.
Forget stressful calendar scrambles. Our intelligent scheduling system is designed for fairness and flexibility. It accounts for multi-day cruises, special occasions (anniversaries, birthdays), and Toronto’s major waterfront festivals. Enter your preferences, and the system builds an equitable schedule for all members. Trade dates, add spontaneous next-day bookings, or secure your must-have weekends — all from your phone.
Arrive at our private and easily accessed Lower Spadina docks, complete your quick pre-sail checklist in our mobile app, and cast off into Toronto Harbour. No scrubbing decks, no engine checks, no supply runs. When you return, simply coil your lines, handle your dishes, and head out — your yacht will be ready for the next member in under 30 minutes. Perfect for teams and professionals who want the joy of sailing without the workload; ideal for after-work sails or easy weekend island getaways.
Our exclusive private docks at Lower Spadina place you right in the heart of Toronto’s waterfront lifestyle. Walk from your downtown office, bike along the Martin Goodman Trail, or drive with access to public parking. You’re minutes from Harbourfront Centre, Queen’s Quay and the new Well dining, and direct routes to the Toronto Islands, Centre Island Beach, and Gibraltar Point. Ideal for your afternoon get-away with effortless post-sail plans.
Relax knowing your yacht is professionally cared for. Our team handles engine checks, hull inspections, sail servicing, and safety equipment updates. We manage Transport Canada compliance, seasonal winterization, and any unexpected repairs. If something urgent arises, our maintenance staff is on call 24/7 with phone support and dispatch capability. Every yacht includes an AIS locator system, so our shore crew can reach you anywhere on Lake Ontario. You sail with confidence, knowing expert support is always behind you.
New to these yachts? You’ll feel comfortable quickly. Every member receives a thorough 6–8 hour seasonal orientation covering vessel systems, sailing techniques, docking, and anchoring. Need your Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC), Toronto Harbour License, or Maritime Radio Operators Certificate? Our crew examines and issues the required credentials right here. Perfect for teams with mixed experience and professionals who want confidence before their first sail.
(Additional certification fees may apply.)
Grow your skills at your own pace with our 60-hour instructional program. Learn boat mechanics, sail trim, close-quarters motoring, safe docking, emergency procedures, weather reading, and navigation fundamentals. As you progress, continue with night sailing certification and advanced navigation. All Bareboat Sailing members receive discounts on certified courses. Ideal for professionals building a lasting connection to sailing and teams developing confidence together on the water.
Lake Ontario weather can be unpredictable, but your sailing time is protected. If rain or unsafe conditions last more than four daylight hours on your advance-reserved day, it won’t count against your allocation. We’ll credit you another reserved day (subject to availability) — no debates, no complicated fine print.
Thinking about sailing beyond Toronto? Our crew helps you plan extended cruises with route guidance, weather insights, port recommendations, transient dockage support, and mooring arrangements. Want your yacht positioned at a different starting point? We can deliver it so your vacation begins the moment you step aboard. Ideal for multi-day sails on Lake Ontario seeking extended experiences in the Thousand Islands and Niagara-on-the-Lake.
(Delivery charges apply)
Every Gone Sailing Adventures yacht is registered with C-TOW, providing 24/7 emergency response all season long. Paired with our experienced shore team and chase boat, you sail with true peace of mind knowing professional help is always within reach.
Gone Sailing Adventures maintains professional partnerships with leading industry organizations, helping ensure you sail with trusted equipment, quality training, and strong safety standards throughout Toronto’s waterfront community.
When considering chartering a yacht in Canada, we know you have many options. Some of these options look super exciting and at ridiculously great prices. Recent trends in the industry have opened the door for many unqualified individuals to purchase boats and offer charter services to the unsuspecting public. It’s easy to create a website and even easier to just list a boat on sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, Getmyboat, Boat Setter and many others.
Unfortunately, many of these operators are NOT licensed, insured or qualified to accept your trust on the water.
In order to be licensed and insured a number of items MUST be in place. Listed are just a few.
Over the last few years there have been a number of deaths and even more accidents resulting from these types of operators. Be safe and know who you are getting on a boat with. All licensed operators should willingly display their credentials, and most are members of the Passenger & Commercial Vessel Association (PCVA).
