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History

The Bombay Yacht Club was founded in 1846 with Henry Morland as club commodore and 30 years later – on the recommendation of Sir Philip Edmond Wodehouse and patronage of Queen Victoria became known as Royal Bombay Yacht Club. The seafront clubhouse was built in 1881, and received a number of prominent visitors within its first ten years including: H.R.H. Prince Arthur, their Royal Highnesses the Duke and Duchess of Connaught and American railroad tycoon and yachting enthusiast Mr. William Kissam Vanderbilt – also part owner of the 1895 America’s Cup winner, the 37.5m sloop: Defender.

Sailing

The fleet of sailboats at RBYC comprises Seabirds, Lightnings and 2 fixed keel boats. We also have Optimists and Lasers for Junior Sailors.
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Residences

Enjoy the luxury of unparalleled spacious rooms overlooking the Gateway of India. Each Room is well appointed with modern amenities.
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Events

Our signature Banquet Rooms can host from 25 to 150 people We have 3 options, the Ball Room, Anchorage and the Bombay Club Suite.
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Boating, sailing, banquets, and events, organized with experience, attention to detail,
panache and style.

Every time we visit the club we make new friends and catch up with old ones.

Guest

California, US

The children’s training programs are outstanding and safe for my kids. Amazing!

Parent Member

Worli, India

Family weekends are so much better now with interesting sailing activities. Thank you for the best service!!!!!!!!

Member 1

London, UK

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what they say

Reviews & Testimonials

What a great experience! I have visited one of the seaports and attended a sailing masterclass, and both were super fun and useful for me. Highly recommended!

Peter Parker

Melbourne, AU

Amazing trip, one of the best I’ve ever had. I used to be scared of going to the open sea, but with the professional sailing team, I felt safe and happy. Thank you!

Kylie Rogers

Wisconsin, US

Awesome! I love how easy it is to rent a yacht with your online service! The outcome is always amazing!

Lisa Brown

Sydney, AU

Family weekends are so much better now with interesting sailing activities. Thank you for the best service!!!!!!!!

Member 1

London, UK

The children’s training programs are outstanding and safe for my kids. Amazing!

Parent Member

Worli, India

Every time we visit the club we make new friends and catch up with old ones.

Guest

California, US