Frequently Asked Questions
A bareboat charter is renting a boat that someone in your group will operate.
To qualify for bareboat chartering you simply need to have experience skippering a similarly operated (sail or power) yacht that is within 8-10 feet of the yacht you wish to charter. You also need experience with various skills: anchoring, moorings, docking, navigating, and so on. No worries, all of our charter clients choose to have a licensed captain navigate the vessel. Contact us for our recommendations, availablility and requirements.
Use our booking system to check availablility of your desired dates. Then proceed to pay the 30% booking deposit. Balance is due when you meet the vessel
We recommend you check out our destinations and consult with us for trip planning. We can absolutely provide you the best itinerary for your vacation goals.
No, pets are not allowed on any charters.
Yes and it is recommended! Some charter companies have their own trip insurance that will be offered when reserving your charter. Or, with any charter you can purchase trip insurance from one of our recommended companies such as https://www.insureyonder.com/ (rates are typically 7% of the charter amount). Although no one expects to cancel their charter, last minute emergencies do happen. All companies have a no refund policy at a certain time before the charter – please see the cancellation policies posted on the individual bareboat company’s rate pages. There are only a small percentage of charters that are cancelled, but in these cases the outcome is much better with trip insurance involved.
With all charter companies and in all locations, taxi and/or ferry fees are not included in the charter fee. We can recommend out trusted, budget friendly transportation partners.
Snorkeling gear (mask, snorkel & fins) in adult sizes is provided. Inflatables are also available upon request
Yes, all our destinations include cell phone service and internet service. Connectivity is dependant on your carrier. The yacht has a high speed modem/router for wifi.
Yes, bluetooth connectivity is available on both the exterior sound system and the interior surround sound system
Beach towels
Beach bag
Toiletries, including a good moisturizer/lotion
Sunscreen (Use all the time and you’ll still get a tan!)
Lip sunscreen (optional)
Insect repellent
Camera
Books, magazines, journal
Chargers for electronic items.
If you are having a captain and/or cook, it is customary to tip them at the end of your charter. 10% – 15% of the yacht’s charter fee typical. This is at your discretion of course!