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Question
  • What are your requirements for chartering a yacht?
  • Can I charter a yacht and sail outside the Sydney Heads?
  • How old are your yachts?
  • What facilities are on board?
  • What is covered in the Bareboat briefing?
  • How long will the briefing take?
  • What does the term 'Bareboat' mean?
  • When do I get my security bond back?
  • What does the security bond cover?
  • Can I go along side public wharfs?
  • How do I pay for the security bond?

  • Answer
  • What are your requirements for chartering a yacht?

    Previous charter experience, yacht ownership or Yachting Australia, Royal Yachting Association, American Sailing Association Competent Crew or similar or above qualification. Evidence is generally not required, however you will be signing a contract and paying a security bond and any false information given may result in the loss of your bond.

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  • Can I charter a yacht and sail outside the Sydney Heads?

    Charter yachts are not legally permitted to sail outside of the Sydney Heads. Failure to remain inside the Harbour may result in loss of your security bond.

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  • How old are your yachts?

    The majority of our fleet are less than 2 years old. We have the latest prestigious Hunter yachts including five Hunter 33’s, three Hunter 38’s and a Hunter 44. The newest yacht entered our fleet in December 2006.

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  • What facilities are on board?

    All yachts come complete with galley inventory, CD Player, electric fridge, toilets, Stoves, Safety equipment and sun awning. The Hunter 38’s and 44’s above have flat screen TV’s and BOSE DVD players. A dinghy can also be supplied at no extra charge.

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  • What is covered in the Bareboat briefing?

    Locations of safety equipment, breaker switches, use of onboard systems, engine operation, use of electric anchor winch and helpful hints on sail trim and anchorages. Each yacht comes with a comprehensive operation manual.

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  • How long will the briefing take?

    Normally between 20 to 30 minutes

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  • What does the term 'Bareboat' mean?

    The yacht with it's bare essentials, ie good working order, fuel, gas, water and safety equipment.

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  • When do I get my security bond back?

    The yacht is inspected for loss, theft or damage after its return. However this may not be till the next day. After the authorisation is cancelled the funds will be freed on your credit card. This can take up to 5 working days after the charter and is the responsibility of your bank.

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  • What does the security bond cover?

    Any loss, theft or damage to the yacht. This also includes a cleaning fee if the yacht has a dirty cockpit and /or cabin which is substantially more dirty than at the start of the charter. A late fee of $100 per hour, or part thereof, may also apply to yachts returning more than 30 minutes late.

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  • Can I go along side public wharfs?

    We do not allow our bareboat charter yachts to go alongside any public wharves. This is due to the increased risk of damage to the rails and topsides of the yacht.. You are welcome to come alongside the following Yacht friendly wharves; The Fish Markets, Festival Pontoon, Cockle Bay Marina and the Dalbora Marinas at Rushcutters Bay or the The Spit Mosman.

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  • How do I pay for the security bond?

    This is generally by an authorisation on a credit card or can be with cash. Sorry, Cheques cannot be used for the bond.

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