In order to enable your booking process we lay out a list of specific step by step tips to make the process as double-quick as possible for you.
The purpose of our general effort is to make your sailing holiday a unique, unforgettable experience.
To get started simply contact us and let us know:
- Your previous experience with yachts
- any sailing qualifications and if you would like a bareboat or skippered charter
- The number of people in your cruise (and if any of them need a single private cabin)
- Any preferences in the islands you would like to visit
- When you are planning to be in Greece
- Any other information or questions you have regarding your charter
Confirmation of reservation
If any further details will be necessary, we will contact you to discuss your plans and recognize any unclear points. After that, we will send you our complete and detailed proposal and offer. If you have any further questions we are happy to answer any detail. We ensure to take care of each little detail so you can rest easy upon your arrival in Greece.
Terms & conditions for bare boat charters (2019)
Charter rates in Euro referring to weekly charter period, including:
o Current VAT
o Use of yachts with following equipment: VHF, Radio CD, GPS, Autopilot, Echo sounder, Speedometer, Dinghy with Outboard motor, Warm water supply, Spray hood, Bimini/tent, Blankets.
Charter rates do not include:
o Fuel, water, provisioning, extra linen running expenses & mooring fees
o Provisions: Ask for our provisioning form. Fill it in and email or fax it to us. On your embarkation your food and beverages will be onboard.
o Travel services: Airport welcome and transfers, ticketing, hotel accommodation, rent a car, tours, exchange.
Inevitably per charter
o Standard Charter Pack (not commissionable, payable at the base in cash): final cleaning, bed sheets & towels (one set per person), first fill for outboard engine, spare bottle of gas:
o Yachts with 2 cabins 90€, 3 cabins 130€, 4 cabins 170€, 5 cabins 200€, 6 cabins 250€.
o Catamarans: up to 39' 170€, 40'-43' 200€, 45-50' 250€, 48-50’ 300€.
o Embarkation: starting date from 17h00.
o Disembarkation: ending day by 09h00.
Compulsory: return to base the evening before disembarkation, at 18h00, the latest. Check in/out procedures time is considered to be part of the charter period.
Crew services, on demand
o Skipper: 190€ per day plus food provision
o Hostess/ Steward: 170€ per day plus food provision
o Hostess / Steward shall do the daily shopping and prepare and serve each day breakfast and a light meal (lunch or dinner). Provisions shall be made and meals will be prepared so as to meet the preferences declared by the Charterer in advance, to the extent permitted by local market availability of items, paying careful attention to all special nutritional needs and restrictions set by the Charterer (such as vegetarian restrictions, gluten tolerance, type of meat, wine picking, etc.). Hostess / Steward will assist skipper in all of his duties under his instructions and shall take care of cleaning of communal areas of the yacht daily.
Security Deposit
The refundable Security Deposit (2.000-3.500 euro) is necessary upon embarkation and will cover any possible damage or loss of the yacht and her equipment during the cruise.
Reductions of security deposit insurance
- Yachts up to 44 feet: 250 € / week plus refundable security deposit 500 €
- Yachts from 45 feet and up to 50 feet: 300 € / week plus refundable security deposit 600 €
- Yachts above 50 feet & all catamarans: 350 € / week plus refundable deposit 700 €
The abovereductions are not be in effect in case of a skippered charter. In these cases the security insurance is mandatory. Not available for regattas & races. Prices subject to change without notice.
Timeline of Payments
A payment in advance will secure your reservation. Final payment of the charter fee must be completed due 3-4 weeks prior to your arrival. 1-2 weeks before your starting date you will receive details for your local contact person at the marina and a list of suggested items to bring with you from home for your sailing adventure!
o The retainer (50% of the total charter fee, depending on the booking date) is paid by bank's transfer to our account upon contract signing.
o The balance (50% of the charter fee, depending on the booking date) is paid 45 days prior to embarkation.
Down payment by wire transfer -without surcharge- or on line payment with credit card -with related credit card fee on top-), should be settled within 1 week.
Insurance
All boats are insured against:
o Risks arising from liability to third parties and damage to hull, machinery and equipment
o Sea pollution liability
o Third party liability
o A deductible provision is applied, depending on the yachts value.
Terms in case of cancellation
- 1 to 45 days prior to departure 100% of total charter price
- 46 to 90 days prior to departure 50% of total charter price
- 91 days or more prior to departure 30% of total charter price
Cancellation of Crew arrangements (Skipper/Hostess): if notice of cancellation is given 1 to 45 days prior to departure 25% of agreed services price is due.
No-Show Cancellation: 100% of all amounts including charter price, mandatory/optional extras and any crew is due