Charter FAQ
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How are charter rates calculated?
- Charter rates are quoted per week for the hire of the yacht. Charters over or less than seven days are calculated pro-rata against the weekly rate divided by seven and multiplied by the number of charter days.
Charters commence from noon onwards on the first day and terminate by noon on the last day. For example, a charter contracted to commence at noon on 1st August and terminate at noon on 8th August constitutes a one week charter.
High season rates apply to the most popular charter periods. Low season rates apply to all other periods. Please note that charter rates quoted on this site are believed to be correct but may be subject to change.
- Charter rates are quoted per week for the hire of the yacht. Charters over or less than seven days are calculated pro-rata against the weekly rate divided by seven and multiplied by the number of charter days.
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What is included within the charter rate?
- Charter rates include the yacht with all necessary equipment, properly insured for marine risks and managed by a crew, whose wages, food and clothing are for the owner's account.
It does not include V.A.T., provisioning, fuel charges for the yacht and tenders, electronic communications, canal fees, harbour dues, local taxes and marina fees outside Greek waters, or private marinas within Greece. If embarkation and/or disembarkation takes place away from the yacht's home port, delivery/return fees and expenses will be charged.
Crew gratuities are not obligatory, but are usually 5% to 15% of the total charter fee, upon the clients' complete discretion, depending on service and satisfaction. The best way to ensure that all crew members receive equal recognition is to entrust the distribution of gratuities to the captain. In this way, inconspicuous crew members such as engineers and culinary staff, who make an important contribution to your safety and enjoyment, will not be overlooked.
- Charter rates include the yacht with all necessary equipment, properly insured for marine risks and managed by a crew, whose wages, food and clothing are for the owner's account.
It does not include V.A.T., provisioning, fuel charges for the yacht and tenders, electronic communications, canal fees, harbour dues, local taxes and marina fees outside Greek waters, or private marinas within Greece. If embarkation and/or disembarkation takes place away from the yacht's home port, delivery/return fees and expenses will be charged.
- What do I need to do to secure my chosen yacht?
- All charters are subject to a fully executed contract, so once the availability for your chosen yacht has been verified, you will receive a Charter Agreement (HYBA or MYBA), with a request for a deposit to secure the booking. The Charter Agreement defines the terms and conditions, obligations and rights of each party.
- What are the payment terms for a charter?
- A deposit of 50% of the total charter fee is payable by bank transfer on signature of the Charter Agreement. This confirms your booking. The remaining 50%, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA), together with any VAT taxes, delivery/redelivery fees and any additionally agreed charges, is payable by bank transfer one month before the charter commences.
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What is APA and how is it calculated?
- The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is designed to cover the operating expenses of a charter such as, fuel (for the yacht, her tenders and motorised water toys), food, drinks, land services, electronic communications, canal fees, harbour dues, local taxes and marina fees outside Greek waters, or private marinas. Depending on the number of guests, type of yacht and duration of charter, this is between 25% and 30% of the total charter fee. APA is due at the time of the final charter payment.
These funds will be given to the captain before the start of your charter. He will ensure that your yacht is fully fuelled and provisioned when you step on board. Whilst an up-to-date summary of accounts can be requested at any time during your charter, a full set of accounts will normally be submitted by your captain at the end for the cruise. If, during the charter, the expenditure exceeds the sum already paid, additional cash funds will be required at once. All outstanding bills should be settled in cash before final disembarkation. Of course, any remaining credit at the end of your charter will be reimbursed to you in full.
- The Advance Provisioning Allowance (APA) is designed to cover the operating expenses of a charter such as, fuel (for the yacht, her tenders and motorised water toys), food, drinks, land services, electronic communications, canal fees, harbour dues, local taxes and marina fees outside Greek waters, or private marinas. Depending on the number of guests, type of yacht and duration of charter, this is between 25% and 30% of the total charter fee. APA is due at the time of the final charter payment.
- Can I specify the food and wine to be served aboard the yacht?
- Every detail counts. Several weeks before you board your yacht, we will ask you to complete a detailed questionnaire describing the preferences and special needs of all the members of your party, such as dietary or medial requirements, details of any allergies, and your sporting or entertainment requests. This will enable us and the crew of your chosen yacht to ensure that everything possible is done to make your charter a fabulous experience.
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Can I smoke on board the yacht?
- Smoking is not permitted inside most yachts. However please consult us for verification, as this policy may vary on certain yachts. For safety reasons, smoking in cabins and staterooms is prohibited on all yachts.
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Am I permitted to use the yacht's watersports toys and SCUBA equipment?
- In certain countries a Certificate of Competency is required to participate in watersports activities (jet skis, waverunners and other mechanically propelled watercraft). Please consider which members of your party will want to use the yacht's motorised water toys. If they do not have the required licences/certificates we can arrange for an instructor to come on board the yacht during the charter to issue a certificate. Please note that all tuition fees are for the charterer's account and availability of local instructors cannot be guaranteed. Certain areas prohibit the use of motorised water toys altogether.
Use of personal watercraft is only permitted subject to the operator having the appropriate license and meeting with local operating regulations. Any liability arising from non-compliance is entirely at the operator's risk. If the yacht has SCUBA equipment on board, it may only be used by certified divers holding a certified PADI license or equivalent.
- In certain countries a Certificate of Competency is required to participate in watersports activities (jet skis, waverunners and other mechanically propelled watercraft). Please consider which members of your party will want to use the yacht's motorised water toys. If they do not have the required licences/certificates we can arrange for an instructor to come on board the yacht during the charter to issue a certificate. Please note that all tuition fees are for the charterer's account and availability of local instructors cannot be guaranteed. Certain areas prohibit the use of motorised water toys altogether.
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