Frequently Asked Questions

A skippered charter is one where navigation and boat handling are carried out by a skipper assigned as part of the service. Guests enjoy their holiday within the agreed programme and terms.

On a bareboat charter, the charterer takes charge of the boat, provided they meet the required qualifications and experience. Certificate, experience and acceptance requirements may vary with the boat and regulations.

For people with no boat-handling experience, a skippered charter is usually the better place to start. It is a chance to get to know life on a sailboat and get used to time at sea.

Boat model, length, capacity, season, charter length, scope of service and which costs are included all affect the price. An exact price needs a quote for a specific boat and dates.

Besides the charter fee, ask about the skipper, fuel, harbour and marina fees, cleaning, provisioning, the deposit and any extra services. Check in the contract whether each item is included.

It depends on the area, the route, the number of stops and what you want from the holiday. A short coastal trip and a passage covering several harbours need different time plans.

It depends on the type of charter and the contract. On a bareboat charter the charterer runs the passage plan; on a skippered charter the route follows the skipper's safety assessment and agreement between the parties.

Ask about the boat's insurance cover, safety equipment, emergency procedures, liability for damage and the deposit terms. Review the cover and its exclusions in writing.

Yes, with a suitable boat, route, weather and sea conditions, crew ability and the official formalities in place. Departure and arrival ports, border procedures and documents must be assessed in advance. Availability of the service is confirmed separately.

It depends on the route, the boat's real speed, the weather, fuel or resupply stops and port formalities. A firm estimate needs the boat details and the planned route.

Depending on the route, the boat's flag and legal status, entry, exit, customs and other official formalities may apply. Check the current rules of the countries and the port procedures in advance.

Boat registration, documents showing flag and ownership or authority to use the boat, crew travel documents and other papers depending on the route may be needed. The exact list must be verified for the boat and countries involved.

Choose a provider that can assess the boat and the route, states the scope of service clearly, explains qualifications and insurance, and gives a written quote and handover terms. Check documents and references.

Ask what's included, the crew arrangement, fuel and harbour costs, estimated duration, weather-related changes, insurance cover, handover terms and the cancellation procedure.

If you want a holiday at sea using a boat for a set period, choose a charter; if you want your own boat moved from one port to another, a delivery service fits better.

The boat's readiness, the target date, the route, seasonal weather and port formalities are considered together. The exact departure follows current conditions and the operating plan.

Sailing experience, boat delivery requests, sailboat charter options and route guides. For the availability of a specific service, send a quote request directly.