Can I book a yacht charter for just a few hours?
No, we do not book hourly charters. Unfortunately, we don't book yachts for excursions that are shorter than 5 days. Please contact us to discuss your options.
Do you do single-day charters?
No, we do not currently offer single-day charters. A typical charter is 1-2 weeks, but we can make arrangements for an excursion that's as brief as 5 days. If you're interested, please contact us to discuss your options.
Can I book a yacht now for a departure date that’s six months away?
Absolutely! In fact, we recommend it. Booking early will guarantee more yacht options to consider than booking last minute. At Canvas Yacht Charters, our client average has been steady at five months or more, especially when booking school vacation or holiday weeks.
Do I need trip insurance?
Trip insurance is always a good idea and peace of mind for all your travels. Hurricanes, bad weather, unexpected illness or deaths, loss of job are always inconvenient. Canvas is more than happy to refer you to a good trip insurance company.
Do I need to book a charter yacht for an entire week?
Absolutely not. The luxury of yacht charters is the customization of your vacation. You pick the exact timeframe desired. Usually the charter yacht catalogs pricing is calculated for a weeklong charter, some yachts offer daily rates and you book as short or long as desired. Some yachts charge a surcharge if the charter is …
Do you offer single-day charters?
We’re sorry, but we do not offer single day cruises.
What is the difference between a bareboat or a crewed charter?
The term “bareboat” equates to the boat being free of crew, food, alcohol, entertainment etc. You may higher a skipper/captain if you don’t have proper proof of certification or previous boating experience. You are essentially renting the raw boat. You are responsible for providing and preparing food and drinks and supplying any other comforts …
Do I get to sign a Charter Yacht Agreement?
Yes, absolutely! Once your yacht and the details of your charter have been specified, we will issue a standard and approve CYBA (Caribbean Yacht Broker Association ) or MYBA (Mediterranean Yacht Broker Association ) Charter Contract.
How do I pay booking the yacht charter?
The most common way is to mail a check or wire the amount to an Escrow account. Payment to the Charter Yacht 10 days before boarding will be coordinated. Yachts and agents get paid in their local currency only.
What documents are required to go on a yacht charter vacation?
Valid Passports with 6 months left on the expiration dates! Visas if required from your country of origin and the countries you travel through and where your vacation is taking place. NOTE: Valid passports are now also required for all US Citizens coming into the Caribbean.