What happens to ashes scattered at sea?

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From booking through docking, the Los Angeles Yacht Charter handled everything to do with a burial at sea with compassion and thoughtfulness. Special kudos to Captain Michael and Dan for helping our family honor our adventurous little sister.

Maria Schoeb

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Thank you, Captain Mike and Tracy, for a great experience. Your thoughtfulness was appreciated.

Krischelle Pingol

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Thank you Los Angeles Yacht Charter for giving us a great experience during the scattering of the ashes of our beloved love one. I appreciate the smooth communication. This company is organized and efficient. It was very efficient from the time I spoke to someone who explained everything to me and gave me a quote till the day of the scattering. The process from the start to the end was smooth. They made this emotional day easy, smooth and comfortable- they told us what to expect, the schedule and the travel time. The Captain of the boat Gary was kind and professional. He went through the safety precautions/procedure and took us to his favorite spot. We also got the doves which added serenity and peace to the ceremony. I highly recommend Los Angeles Yacht Charter !

Jordan Levine

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Great experience from booking to the boat. Everything was clear and simple. The boat was fantastic.

Vanessa Serrano

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Beyond grateful for such a beautiful and peaceful experience with my mother’s burial at sea

Judy Stanart

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Our family had a wonderful experience with this charter. They were so kind and welcoming. I recommend them highly.

Carolyn Ambroise

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Yacht and crew was professional and friendly like part of the ceremony. It was perfect and deeply emotional, a wonderful experience. Thank you L A YACHT Svs

Shirley Xiang

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very nice staff! my group loved the experience! would recommend for anyone looking :)

Debbie A

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From staff that did our booking to the crew that chartered the boat; all were amazing. They personalized our experience, a day we will never forget

Sam Zamir

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I had used another charter company before but when it came to scheduling a day trip, this company was so much easier to communicate with. Timely text message responses. Fair pricing. And also they have multiple options on boats and staff. I have a new favorite yacht rental company.

Nakia Janae

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Omg Dotty & John were amazing! They were very attentive & helpful throughout the whole stay! Everybody had a grand time & we are already planning to book again in the near future!

Nathaniel Marzett

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Booked Los Angeles Yacht Charter for my birthday and it was AMAZING. They gave great communication & Captain John was the coolest. Good vibes all around & I will def book again!

Miss Roland

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My family and I decided to do a burial at sea for my brother In the Long Beach Harbor because it was fitting seeing as he was a casual longshoreman and loved long Beach and loved his job. From the beginning to the end Los Angeles yacht charter where awesome and captain Carlos was just as awesome and they made The spreading of my brother’s ashes, a memorable experience that My family and I will never forget. They put us at ease. They were friendly, helpful, and assuring thank you Los Angeles art club and Carlos for everything 🤍🤍

BRYAN CHEN

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Dimple Mehra

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Maggie White

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Booked this for my fiancés 30th birthday and it was a hit! The weather was perfect, the Last Light was very well kept, and Captain Burt and Dottie were amazing! I would definitely recommend. The whole group had so much fun.

Chris Settle

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Los Angeles Yacht Charter was very helpful and patient in helping schedule a service fit my mom. The flower petals provided allow you to watch the ash spreading location as the boat circles and then departs. They really take care not to make a hard day even harder. We will be booking again to visit her ashes in the future as the coordinates are recorded for you to keep

Vonetta Harris

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I booked Los Angeles Yacht Charter for a burial at sea for my mom. In the beginning, the communication was poor and I thought this was not a reputable company. To my surprise, Los Angeles Yacht Charter exceeded my expectations. My host, Carlos, the captain and crew were amazing. The day was beautiful and I’m sure my mom would be so proud of her final send off. I would definitely book with this company again. Thank you for a wonderful day.

Tal Kapoor

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Truly appreciate the eases in booking and the correspondences. We did the 50ft for my Mom and had Captain Mike and Crew Dan and they were both professional and comforting. Dan prepared the ashes in the basket with rose petals and coached me through when and how to tip by pulling the cord while Captain Mike stood on the second level and took a beautiful video of the ashes as they floated away and began the journey to travel the world. Thank you so much for making everything so seamless and beautiful. I would HIGHLY recommend booking here!-Tal

Brian Malcolm

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LA Yacht Charter helped us with a ceremony to bury our mom's ashes in the ocean near Santa Monica. The crew and captain were helpful and we opted for the doves release and the harp which were both excellent.

Nick Woloshun

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Crew was great! Had coffee and cookies set up for us. Very accommodating yet gave us our time alone to celebrate my daughter. Would highly recommend them!!

Jen Mal

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My family procured the Burial At Sea services and was elated by the experience, professionalism, support and compassion that they showed to us during the services. The harpist was phenomenal as well.

Angela Soto (Walton)

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Kathy Montazemi

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An amazing crew with the best customer service, that helped us bidding our final farewell to my precious brother. You all made the final part of his journey an elegant and dignified memory for all of us. My heartfelt thanks to all of you. Highly recommend.

Jonah Peretz

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Eddie Mejia

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Great ride wish I would’ve booked a few more hours had a great time this was my second time booking them, there will be many more to come.

Johari Franklin

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I am so glad I found this small family business to perform my future mother in law’s burial at sea service. From day one, their communication was wonderful! They responded to all questions and inquiries within 24 hours (usually within an hour or so really)!Once we were ready to book, the process was extremely smooth and straightforward and information found on the website was accurate.Customer service was great including being understanding when my family and I were running a few minutes behind due to there being an accident on the fwy. I texted to let them know of our arrival and they said they would inform the captain (which they did).The service and day was beautiful and peaceful. Everyone really loved the send off.Thank you to this family for doing such a great job. I definitely would recommend to anyone wanting a burial at sea for a loved one! It was a fantastic choice.

Tara Gilligan

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My family and I booked a charter from Redondo Beach for a burial at sea service. LAYC was easy to work with from the start, very communicative and detail oriented. Our service was everything we hoped for, and Uli was amazing the day of, when we were full of grief. I would recommend them to anyone looking for an at sea scattering.

Jining Wang

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We appreciated the kindness and assistance given. The burial at sea of our loved one went smoothly and peacefully. We chartered the Betty-G from Redondo Beach. Thank-you

Brett Irvin

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The service was great, we got setup with a boat in Redondo beach. It was for a burial at sea, the crew was professional and helpful.

Susan Champion

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We did scattering of my dad's ashes on the Sea Trek. Tracy and the Captain (don't recall his name) were amazing. So kind. They walked us through the process. but beyond that they were so wonderful to our family. Highly recommend them.

MANDI DAVIS

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Beautiful Yacht, one if the most fair and affordable pricing around, the crew was attentive and informative, the owner easy to talk to, QUICK in responding to text, it felt almost TOO easy lol but it really was! Everything discussed through text, was sent paperwork to my email and just like that we had the most magical birthday for my grandmas 80th! Bluetooth though out the cabin, kitchen where we prepped the food we brought, outside mini bar, everything! My only complaint was time flew by too fast! Lol Trying to convince my best friend to have her b day party there so I can go again 😆

Patrick Carlyle

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I had a lovely experience with this firm. They were profession, kind, and very good at what they do. I felt well and kindly taken care of. They helped make a difficult day into a treasured memory.

Larry Mittell

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I am incredibly grateful that I chose this team to carry my wife's ashes and the mourning guests to sea. The entire experience was handled with professionalism and sensitivity. Everything went smoothly, allowing us to focus on honoring her memory. I couldn't have asked for a more compassionate and respectful service during such a difficult time. Thank you for making this a beautiful farewell.

Bridget Aragon

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Had a wonderful experience on the boat! The boat was a great size for my party and had wonderful views. The crew of Daniel and Burt were super friendly and knowledgeable! Had a blast (:

Yoon Choi

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Everything went as planned. The crew was very nice and respectful. I would recommend this company to a friend.

Jas Chi

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Thank you to LA Yacht Charter for working with me in doing a surprise party for one of my best friends. Crew and Captain were accommodating and helpful. All my questions were answered before booking and it was a smooth transition. Me and my friends plan to use this company again for summer events. Thank you again for a great experience for me and my friends

shelia Lain

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The service was amazing and the boat ride was gorgeous. I can’t thank our captain George enough for his hospitality and answering our questions during the ride.

Nha Nguyen

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Compassionate and professional burials at sea services. Offer wide range of services for small to larger groups.

Cynthia Salvatore

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We reached out to Los Angeles Yacht Charter after my father passed away. From the day we contacted them, the staff and crew members did an amazing job. We put our faith in them completely and were not disappointed. The communication effort was outstanding. And the crew couldn't have been more kind, compassionate, and professional the day of the ceremony. The harp player and dove release made the entire experience a beautiful and memorable one. You will not be disappointed.

Susan K. Fuller

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This was such an amazing experience. We were assisted by Capt Mike and Deck Crew Member Tracy. They were so caring and accommodating. They were gentle to guide us through the process and helped to make a beautiful celebration in honor of my Aunt. We had a perfect morning on the water and it would not have been possible without this team. With so much appreciation, thank you!

Melvin Z

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I chose this company for my birthday yacht activity for their great reviews and they far exceeded my expectations. They were communicative throughout the entire booking process, the day of and after which I really appreciated. The day of was super easy and it was exactly as promised and more. I wouldn’t choose any other company in the future for my yacht needs

Preeti S

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We recently used a yacht service at Marina del Rey for a burial at sea ceremony for my dad, and the experience was truly exceptional. From start to finish, the team was professional, compassionate, and attentive to every detail, making a difficult day much more bearable for our family. The yacht itself was pristine and comfortable, providing a peaceful and serene setting for the ceremony.The captain and crew were respectful and understanding, allowing us the time and space to honor my dad’s memory in a meaningful way. They guided us through the process with care, ensuring that everything went smoothly, from the scattering of the ashes to the heartfelt moments we shared as a family. The backdrop of the ocean, with the gentle waves and stunning views, was the perfect way to say goodbye.We were grateful for the thoughtfulness of the service and highly recommend it to anyone seeking a dignified and beautiful farewell at sea.

Patrick Leavitt

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Service for my wife was amazing. The crew was caring to our needs and very professional.

Dave Kirkpatrick

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Friendly staff, very understanding and kind

Danika Ham

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Such a great time celebrating my husbands birthday with LA Yacht Charter, would love to do it again sometime!

Stephen Oshiro

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Juan Gonzalez

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We would like to thank Los Angeles Yacht Charter for their amazing experience with the burial at sea process. Our friend was a famous blues musician who wrote songs for many artists. It was a beautiful experience all around and I am glad for the staff and everyone who made our experience a very positive one.Captain: Troy, Deckhand: Dan, boat name: The Lady M. Thank you fellas for an amazing time.

Cebryn Ross

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Can’t really put into words how amazing our burial at sea was with Los Angeles Yacht Charter, TROY & DAN were perfect for our journey. Very sweet & respectful. We will be seeing you guys soon as we plan for something, more upbeat on our next excursion. Thank you!!!

Wen Shao

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Nice service , Great trip for kids