In Queensland, there are no boating license requirements to charter a bareboat; however, your experience and boating know-how are crucial to ensuring everyone’s safety and enjoyment on board. Hiring a Sail Guide can alleviate the stress of learning about the Whitsundays and boost your confidence in boat handling.
Need more Guidance?
You can hire your briefer for up to an additional 3 hours to your briefing so you can spend more time focusing on areas that you may need.
If you’d like to take them with you for the duration of your charter, you can do so (a private cabin on board and food must be provided by you).
*Additional fees apply
What Can A Sail Guide Help Me With?
Hiring a Sail Guide can alleviate the stress of learning new skills, get your crew up to speed, and boost your confidence in boat handling.
Vessel Operation
Familiarise you with the yacht, its systems and handing
Anchoring & Mooring Tecniques
Learn how to calculate chain to depth ratio and correct anchoring or mooring procedure
Local Area Knowledge
Insights into local history, wildlife, and cultural landmarks, enriching the cruising experience.
Teach Sailing Techniques
Learn the fundamentals of sailing
Activity Recommendations
Suggestions for snorkeling, diving, bushwalking, and other activities highlight the best experiences in the Whitsundays.
Navigational Guidance
Itinerary planning taking in to consideration the wind and tides to help charterers safely explore the Whitsundays and see the best sites.
Introductory Skipper and Navigation Course
Partnering with NAVatHOMEAustralia, the Fundamental Skipper and Navigation course is the perfect introduction to helming your own yacht around the Whitsundays. Covering basic navigation fundamentals and chartwork, tidal height calculations, use of on board safety equipment and weather systems, this online course can be used to prepare for your charter and later upgrade to a Royal Yachting Association (RYA) accredited Day Skipper and the perfect accompaniment to your bareboat charter.
Use ‘2023ccysailing’ as the referral code and receive a 10% discount.