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Leading charter company with large selection of power and sailboats in the San Juan Islands and Canadian Gulf Islands.  Based at the Anacortes Marina.

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David

Had a great time out on the water with T. K. learned a lot about the local knowledge of the area and the boating scene. T. K. is a great host and kept us laughing. We will plan for a longer trip next time.

Rochelle

Terje was great. We were doing a small memorial for two family members and he was compassionate and had a great spot picked out just perfect for it.

Luis and the boat are terrific - just as advertised. I could not have been happier. Luis was very helpful and accommodating and I enjoyed chatting with him. Boat is really cool- relaxing trip. Thank you, Luis.

The boat is most comfortable There’s ample space to lounge on the deck or if needed, sit below in a light filled galley.

Amazing trip! Captain Luis is an excellent boater and handled the ship expertly in some choppy water. The boat herself is bigger than I expected with lots of seating options. She’s very well maintained and just gorgeous overall. She handles the water very smoothly. Excellent ride. He took us to a couple of destinations important to my family for a memorial for one of our family members who had passed. He pointed out lots of interesting things about the Islands and we had a brief dolphin sighting! It was the perfect trip. We couldn’t have asked for a more attentive, caring person.

Jess

The location, sailboat, incredible captain made this trip phenomenal. We made up our own itinerary based on what we needed and the captain ensued that was part of the itinerary. Prior to the trip, the captain promptly answered all our questions, and while sailing was easy going and extremely knowledgeable. Our group had never sailed, however TK (the captain) provided clear guidance and direction completely erasing this concern. We had an incredible time out on the water, sailing for the very first time. Would very much do it again, and know I will rate everyone in the further against the captain (TK). He had great communication, conversation was incredible, and better yet he made you feel comfortable on the boat.

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  • San Juan Islands - A must-visit destination for any boater, the San Juan Islands are a group of islands located just north of Anacortes. With crystal-clear waters, abundant marine life, and stunning scenery, the San Juan Islands offer endless opportunities for boating adventures.
  • Deception Pass - Located just a few miles from Anacortes, Deception Pass is a narrow channel that separates Whidbey Island from Fidalgo Island. With its strong currents and picturesque views, Deception Pass is a popular destination for boaters.
  • Sucia Island - Sucia Island is a marine park located in the San Juan Islands. With its beautiful coves, hiking trails, and abundant wildlife, Sucia Island is a favorite destination for boaters.
  • Cap Sante Marina - Cap Sante Marina is a full-service marina located in the heart of Anacortes. The marina offers a wide range of amenities, including fuel, pump-out, showers, laundry facilities, and more.
  • Skyline Marina - Skyline Marina is a full-service marina located on the western side of Fidalgo Island. The marina offers a range of amenities, including fuel, pump-out, showers, laundry facilities, and more.
  • Anacortes Marina - Anacortes Marina is a full-service marina located on the eastern side of Fidalgo Island. The marina offers a range of amenities, including fuel, pump-out, showers, laundry facilities, and more.
  • Whale watching - The waters around Anacortes are home to a variety of marine life, including whales. Take a whale watching tour and get up close and personal with these magnificent creatures.
  • Fishing - Anacortes is a popular destination for fishing enthusiasts. With its abundance of fish, you're sure to catch something on your trip.
  • Kayaking - Kayaking is a great way to explore the scenic waterways around Anacortes. Rent a kayak and explore the coves and inlets around the San Juan Islands.

The best time to visit Anacortes for boating is during the summer months, from June to September. During this time, the weather is warm, and the waters are calm, making it ideal for boating.

The cost to rent a boat in Anacortes varies depending on the type of boat and the rental period. On average, you can expect to pay around $300 per day for a small boat and up to $1,000 per day for a yacht.

Yes, you do need a license to captain a boat in Anacortes if the boat has a motor of 15 horsepower or more. Washington State law requires anyone operating a motorized vessel to have a Boater Education Card, also known as a Washington State Boating License. The card can be obtained by completing an approved boating safety course, which covers topics such as boating laws, safety equipment, navigation, and more. Non-residents who have a boating safety card or certificate from another state or country that meets Washington's standards may also use it to operate a boat in Anacortes.

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Anacortes Washington is both a quaint historical maritime township as well as a seam-busting, roadway-clogging, festival-throwing, year round tourist attraction. As the gateway to the San Juan Islands, Anacortes attracts crowds from near and far with the primary attraction being the water. Sail Anacortes aims to be the conduit to life changing experiences afloat for the adventurous at heart.  

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Travel 65 miles North of Seattle on I-5 to Exit 230. At Exit 230 go West 16 miles on State Route 20. Follow the State Route 20 Spur (not to Oak Harbor) toward the San Juan/Victoria ferry terminal.

Located in Anacortes, the ''Gateway to the San Juan Islands'', Anacortes Yacht Charters has established itself as the leading charter company with the largest selection of power and sail boats available for charter in the San Juans and Gulf Islands. You may decide to charter as far north as Desolation Sound or Alaska, with our friendly reservation staff waiting to make your yachting vacation fulfill all your expectations.

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We chartered a Nauticat 44 for two weeks and had a great time. One minor glitch that was checked out within an hour of discovery. The boat was older, but was in very good shape. As there was little to no wind we did not get a chance to sail, but all mechanical and electrical systems were in good order and well laid out. Also, we inadvertently left some gear on board and the company was happy to pack it up and send it to us. Andrew Daly Cudjoe Key FL.

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Chartered a 45 footer sail boat. Loved it. I had not checked reviews on Yelp prior to renting there (luckily!): I found the staff and the owner to be great. They went the extra mile for us. The boat was in good shape. We had a fantastic time. I'd highly recommend this place and would come back in a heartbeat.

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I'd give it lower if I could! We signed up for a 10 day charter In September, 2021. Problems with the boat that the charter company knew or SHOULD HAVE KNOWN ABOUT. -- Non functioning stern thruster (they said they weren't really needed), dingy outboard intermittent, trim tabs inoperable, under inflated dingy, Additionally -,owner and male staff rude, disrespectful, non apologetic for the many problems. Company refunded $50 of the thousands we paid to compensate us for the many times we were without a dingy outboard and waiting in various ports for failed repairs. Consider another charter company!!!!

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Five years chartering and we're still coming back. Boats are hit and miss and so are the people who rent them. If the ship is not shape, it's how the charter works to rectify the situation. Mark with Ship Harbor Yacht Charters may not always have the answers on dozens of boats that sail in and out of the yard but he does his best to find them, tracking down the owners when needed. In the five years of bareboat chartering here, we've taken out 3 boats. As expected, each bigger and better than the last but none, a brand new boat. The Freda II, Desire, and Shadow Play all had their quirks and so goes life on a boat. I in no way would judge the charter on unforeseen issues but like I said, it's all about how they rectify them. Anacortes is a great jumping off point when heading into the San Juans, Victoria, Vancouver and beyond into Desolation Sound. Saves hours and gallons motoring up from Seattle and their ever changing inventory is sure to please all skills and budgets. Enjoy the water and maybe we'll see each other piloting into Roache for their end of summer party on Labor Day. I wish that for all of us. Safe boating.

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DO NOT CHARTER A BOAT WITH THIS COMPANY! We are experienced boaters and just sold our 38 ' Tolleycraft MY after 16 years of cruising. We are not experienced charterers and made the mistake of not reading all the negative reviews. We chartered the 1983 (!) Arkki which should be retired from the fleet, along with the company owner, Mark Finch. He was rude and unhelpful during check-out. There were so many problems with the boat that we couldn't leave safely for our cruise to the San Juan Islands. We tried for three days to fix all the problems: no anchor light, 3 roof leaks, stove fire in the galley, no light in the galley, unsafe life jacket, water breaker problem, no house power, no windshield wipers, conflicting advice between Mark and Glenn re: inverter use. Mark also failed to tell us that it was "normal" for the galley floorboards to rise unsafely when we filled the water tank. His belated advice was to let out some of the water, but the water pump breaker kept tripping. That was the last straw. We asked for our $4100 back, and Mark refused to refund us. We unloaded our stuff and we went home. The one star above was required and should be removed.

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I will never lease a boat from this company again. My brothers and I along with our wives, 6 of us, planned for weeks on a vacation on the 40 foot Bayliner leased from Ship Harbor. We got there for early boarding, completed a check out and found out that none of the AC or DC electrical systems were working. The owner eventually informed us that he had no idea what the problem was, that we could not stay on the boat without power, and that he had no idea of when he could get it fixed. Our 9 day vacation vanished in an instant. We abandon our vacation plans and made our way back home. I should have known. My brothers and I leased a 38 foot sailboat in 2014 from Ship Harbor and it had no operating knot meter, hull speed indicator, depth gauge, radar, radar reflector and no up to date charts. Fortunately we had our own charts and an operating GPS system. This company does not take care of their boats and our experience affirms, they do not take care of their clients.

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Charterer beware!! Our family had a disastrous experience with Ship Harbor Yachts Charters. Please sort Yelp reviews by date (most recent to oldest) and you can see a pattern of poor experiences that in cases (like ours) border on fraud. Here is a summary of our experience: -- Late in the afternoon on the day before our planned charter, we were notified that our boat had an engine issue and was unusable. We were given a new departure date 3 days later (which cut our planned charter short) -- Three hours after leaving Anacortes on the day of our delayed departure, the engine failed with a significant oil leak (signaled by emergency engine oil alarm). We went to the closest harbor and spent the next few days there waiting for a mechanic to fix the engine and the marine toilet on board which was also inoperable. After two days pushing Mark via phone to try to resolve our issues, a mechanic arrived and fixed the engine and toilet. The engine temperature gauges and a tachometer were not functioning throughout our trip. Given our complete lack of confidence in the safety and reliability of the boat, we returned to Anacortes and returned our charter the next day. -- When we arrived back in Anacortes, Mark indicated that he knew that they owed us money and would 'make it right' the following week. He did not. After several attempts to contact him over the following two weeks, he said it "sounded like we enjoyed our time in harbor" so was not willing to address the fact that the charter boat was inoperable and unsafe to use for almost our entire charter. I pursued some reasonable refund, but he was evasive and then in the end, attempted to resolve the issue with a 10% discount. Please consider using other charter companies in the area that have demonstrated that they deliver a more reliable, safe experience for their customers.

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This is an update to my previous review A week after our charted ended The owner Mark fraudulently charged my credit card $570 for "damage" to the dodger on the boat we rented Stating that WE caused damaged by simply lowering the dodger!!! Dodgers were built to be put up and down should not be damaged by simply lowering them unless they are in already decrepit condition The dodger in fact is so old and deteriorated it (along with all the canvas etc on the boat) was literally falling apart. During our entire trip things just kept coming apart, first the stitching in several places was ripping out then zippers just popped off under simple sailing stress. The openings above the helm were unusable because the zippers fell off and the canvas tie downs ripped right off when we tried to tie them back. It is easy to tell the dodger had already been repaired several times and with a little research we were able to confirm this with a local repair shop. Like much of this boat the entire dodger should have been replaced a LONG time ago. Upon our return the entire boat was inspected for damage and cleanliness including the dodger. We actually left the boat in better and certainly cleaner condition than we received it. We were given a clean checkout ( no damage and a clean boat) with not one single complaint and went home. Then over a week later we discovered Mark had charged our card. Not one word while we were there during checkin (which is required) because as he knew we traveled over 6 hrs to get there and besides coming all the way back would have no way of fighting this or confirming the condition of the boat. Now he's charged us $570 dollars to "repair" a crumbling, dilapidated dodger that should have been thrown away and replaced. We have disputed the charge and contacted our lawyer...stay tuned for updates!! In hindsight we should have taken lots of pics and gotten witnesses bit not in our wildest dreams could imagine he would do anything like this!

There is SOOOO much wrong with this company and its OWNER MARK I dont even know where to start ALSO BEWARE OF ANY POSITIVE REVIEWS BECAUSE FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND HE EITHER PAYS FOR THEM OR THEY ARE FAKES FROM OWNERS OF OTHER RENTAL BOATS IN HIS MARINA. He has lost all of business because of his improper and poor business practices and these reviews I will start by saying this.. I have owned my own 50ft Ketch and cruised it non stop for three years, done many boat deliveries and worked on boats and for many other boat owners and successfully and happily rented small to large sailboats in several places around the world and I have never had ANY kind of experience like this!! The check-in process is not only an awful experience for clients to start off with but then for several reasons also creates a very dangerous and anxiety plagued tripUnfortunately theres not enough room on this review for everything EVERY TIME we tried to ask a question or point out there were things missing on or wrong with the boat THE OWNER MARK rudely interrupted us loudly saying "do you need it?, does it matter, dont waste my time with things that dont matter". When we again pointed out that we NEEDED to get these things either "written off the checkout or replaced because we could be held responsible upon check in MARK again interrupted saying "dont worry YOU wont be held responsible" He refused to even try to understand our point and do ANYTHING and just forced us to let it go at that... Please keep in mind we like MOST people were traveling here from many hrs away they force to to PAY IN FULL months before your actual rental time and there are NO refunds so once you get there you are pretty much forced by him to take whatever HE decides and ANYTHING YOU SAY really doesnt matter to him Here are just SOME of the issues with the boat. Dirt and mold in several places throughout. When we tried to show him during check out he continually disregarded our remarks stating "that wont get any cleaner" not true because with just a little work we got it all clean ALL canvas on Bimini, sail bags and Dodger in horrible condition, rotting and literally falling apart under sail. battens are ripped through the mainsail protruding impairing the ability to raise and lower safely,. Many Old worn out gauges worked sporadically or not at all. Fuel gauge NOT WORKING. Mark knows about this but refuses to fix which is not only inconvenient but also DANGEROUS. Outdated Plot charter having issues and has obviously been repaired with poorly placed silicone keeping it together Cockpit lighter plug and light not functioning. Interior lights improperly wired get hot enough to cause severe burns. Fridge in horrible condition: door falls off repeatedly freezer inoperable, rust and mold embedded throughout. drain plugged. interior shelving is gone and has replaced with RUSTING METAL baskets that dont fit making it RE-painted interior paint falling off making it very unhealthy. Water pressure low, improper shower head unit and pump issue. The drain pump floor button is inoperable. "surround unit" not only prevents you from using the drain button which is totally ridiculous but also comes loose and bangs around during any sailing making showering dangerous at sail and less than pleasurable at any time. Anchor chain improperly marked so its impossible to determine length out. BBQ came loose and fell off the rail and hit me under sail. interior lights are improperly wired and get hot enough to cause severe burns or fire. Burned me personally and a bag that was placed close by. Oarlocks on the dinghy immediately fell apart making rowing impossible it was obvious they had fallen apart before and instead of repairing were just jerry rigged to break on the next unsuspecting user. There were no proper area charts on the boat. Not only necessary but legally mandatory. I explained this during check in and asked for them and MARK refused and disregarded. Heres the important part! ALL of this THE OWNER MARK ABSOLUTELY KNOWS ABOUT but refuses to either disclose prior to payment and refuses to fix No professional rental operation with even an ounce of Morality or integrity would ever treat their business or any client the way HE does not to mention let this or any boat go out for rental under these conditions

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My wife and I just got back from a week on the boat Desire, this old girl was a dirty old girl in need of major remodeling and some motor work. the boat flat smells, carpets filthy, covering old and smelly, couch old and needing replaced, Refrigerator rusting inside and won't keep food cold. SHYC Ad makes it sound like this boat is a 5 star boat and its not. When you spend that kind of money you should get something better than the SS Minnow. When we got home all of or clothing smelled like musty old clothing. I will say the the ladies at SHYC are very nice and there not the ones to put the blame on. As a charter it fell far short of what we expected. The boat Disire should be pulled and remodeled.

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This was our first time chartering with Ship Harbor. Everything was great from the booking process, check-out, and check-in. We had a gorgeous yacht (North Star) that was in excellent condition, clean in and out, and ran great. Great trip!

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Anacortes Yacht Charters (AYC) is located at the Anacortes Marina in Fidalgo Bay which sits at the doorstep of the San Juan Islands, one of the world’s most magnificent cruising grounds.

AYC offers structured ASA classes every weekend in the Spring (April, May and June) and the Fall (Sept. and Oct.) which provides excellent sailing conditions for training.

The other benefit to training with AYC is that our location provides an abundance of conditions that you don’t see anywhere else; we can provide variations of tides, currents, challenging straits, close anchoring, etc., all including magnificent Mt. Baker in the background. Training in these conditions will help prepare you for chartering and sailing almost anywhere in the world.

Other than the stunning scenery and attractive training model, AYC offers the combination course ASA 101/103/104 into a long weekend – you can become ASA certified up to 104 in just 4 days – all while cruising through the beautiful San Juan Islands! This is incredibly valuable to those students who have busy work and family schedules.

New for 2024, Summer classes are now available during July and August including the popular 4-day combo course and a new 7-day option with even more days and nights exploring the San Juan Islands.

NOW OFFERING ASA 114! Learn to skipper an auxiliary-powered sailing cruising catamaran of approximately 38 to 48 feet in length during a multi-day liveaboard cruise in the San Juan Islands in moderate to heavy winds (up to 30 knots) and sea conditions. Knowledge of catamaran structure, components and features, performance under sail and power, boat systems, seamanship and safety, heavy weather operation, and emergency response.

Graduates also gain immediate membership in AYC’s Captain’s Club with special discounts on AYC charters and other great loyalty program benefits.

American Sailing Certifications Offered

ASA 101, Keelboat Sailing 1

Other Services Available

  • Women Only Courses
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  • Day Sail Charters (member-only)
  • Vacation Charters

Sailing School Reviews / Testimonials

John S., Mercer Island, WA - ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising

Robert S., Bellevue, WA - ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising

Pam M., Anacortes, WA - ASA 104, Bareboat Cruising

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Address 2415 T Avenue, Suite 2AnacortesWA98221United States
Phone (800) 233-3004
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Anacortes Yacht Charters

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How To Book

Making and protecting your charter.

Chartering a yacht through Anacortes Yacht Charters is easy and affordable. Our team is dedicated to making it as easy as possible to book your vacation and enjoy time on the water in the Northwest. We have entry level boats that are great for first timers and families plus yachts for more experienced yachtsman. Chartering is also a great opportunity to try before you buy!

Booking is as easy as calling our toll free number at 1-800-233-3004.

Booking Summary

  • Select your preferred yacht (or several that you are considering).
  • Call us for yacht availability on your preferred vacation dates. Charter rates vary based on the season and are noted on each vessel page. See our Seasonal Rate schedule below for applicable dates.
  • Request a quote . We will include any applicable Special Offers .
  • Submit 30% Reservation Deposit that includes a non-refundable $200 Booking Fee to book a yacht on the dates you prefer.
  • As needed, participate in a Boating Class or Pre-Qualification, or schedule a Cruise and Learn Course
  • Submit Final Payment

Select a Boat

Our fleet includes Power Yachts and Sailing Yachts in a variety of sizes to suit nearly any small group of family and friends. We have entry level boats that are great for first timers plus larger yachts for more experienced yachtsman. Please review the boat information on this website to narrow the choice of boats that you prefer.

Check Availability and Special Offers

Call us to share your vacation dates, confirm that your preferred yacht is available, and allow us to answer any questions you have. Charter rates vary based on the season and are noted on each vessel page. See our Seasonal Rate schedule below for applicable dates and check out our Specials to take advantage of any current offers.

Choose Your Season

Charter rates differ across our fleet because of the variety of types, sizes and amenities. Rates also differ based on the season of the year. The following graphic shows the dates and color coding for the 2024 charter season:

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And the 2025 charter season:

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Get a Quote

Our team can easily provide detailed quotes for multiple boats and seasons so you can clearly see the costs and service fees for each option to enable you to make a fully informed decision without the worry of hidden costs.

Book Your Charter

To confirm your charter booking, a small, non-refundable Booking Fee and a Reservation Deposit is required. The Booking Fee is applied to your total Charter Fee. We will then forward to you the necessary charter paperwork including your Charter Agreement, Boating Experience Resume form, and a Vacation Planning Packet for you to complete and return.

The balance of the charter fees along with payment for provisioning and extra services is due 75 days or 120 days prior to your departure date depending on vessel size.

Payment Boats less than 70’ Boats 70’ and longer
Booking Fee $200 $200
Reservation Deposit 30% 50%
Final Payment 75 days before departure 120 days before departure

Qualifications

Our duty to you and the boat owner is to ensure that you are qualified to safely operate the yacht. To achieve this:

  • We will assess your skills and experience with a review of your submitted Boating Resume and may have a short conversation to better understand your abilities.
  • We may suggest or require that you successfully complete a Boating Class , Pre-Qualification or arrange for a Cruise and Learn .

Short Charters

Most of our charterers reserve a vessel for 7-nights, but for some, a vacation isn’t a full week, or doesn’t easily stretch from one weekend to the next. We can accommodate shorter charters on certain vessels depending on availability and with some restrictions. If you are interested in a shorter charter, it is best to contact us for specific options.

  • Discounts and Special Offers do not apply to charters less than 5-nights.
  • During Gold Season, a minimum of 6-nights is required. However, we may be able to accommodate short charters if they can be scheduled between other, existing charters. Please contact us for more information or to be wait listed for short charter availability during Gold Season.
  • During Red, Blue and White seasons, we can schedule charters of less than 5-nights. These short charters are calculated at the applicable season rate for each yacht and are subject to a surcharge and yacht fee* as noted below.
Nights Season Surcharge and Fee Booking
1 Red, Blue, White Gold rate + 20% surcharge + yacht fee May be booked in advance based on vessel availability.
Gold 20% surcharge + yacht fee Limited availability.
2 Red, Blue, White Gold rate + yacht fee May be booked in advance based on vessel availability.
Gold Yacht fee Limited availability.
3 Red, Blue, White Gold rate + yacht fee May be booked in advance based on vessel availability.
Gold Yacht fee Limited availability.
4 Red, Blue, White Gold rate May be booked in advance based on vessel availability.
Gold No surcharge or yacht fee Limited availability. Must be booked between other, longer charters.

The short charter policy above is effective March 6, 2024.

* The yacht fee is a specific amount for each vessel and covers fixed costs required for each charter. Specific fee amounts will be quoted on request.

Cancellations

If you must cancel your charter the following terms will apply:

120 or more days: Booking Fee ($200) forfeited
60 to 119 days: Booking Fee ($200) plus 30% of Reservation Yacht Fees forfeited
0 to 59 days: 100% of all fees forfeited

Weather is not guaranteed. No refund or credit will be issued for lost charter days due to inclement weather, force majeure, illness, or injury. Optional Trip Protection Insurance may provide coverage for these events. Please carefully review policies and options.

Optional Travel Protection Insurance, once purchased, is non-refundable. Specialty Charters (e.g. Boats 70′ and up, Long-term Charters of 20+ days, One-Way Charters, Crewed Yacht Charters) are subject to a boat-specific cancellation policy. Please call for details.

Daily Damage Fee (Coverage and Exclusions)

Our low Daily Damage Fee applies to covered claims/repairs to hull and machinery from accidental damage aboard your chartered yacht.  These claims may arise while traveling under conditions allowable per your Charter Agreement with Anacortes Yacht Charters in a collision with another vessel, while docking, or from a deadhead strike.

Examples of Exclusions deemed Operator Error :

  • Negligence or Gross Negligence : This includes, but is not limited to, groundings (soft or hard), operating while impaired, and navigating in limited visibility. Ensure you know your location at all times!
  • Running out of fuel
  • Running batteries down . KNOW WHEN TO RECHARGE!
  • Plugged Heads/Overfilled Holding Tanks
  • Wrapping dock lines or any lines around running gear. Dock lines have the potential of causing major damage especially on sailing vessels with small shafts and struts. Wrapping a dock line around the vessel’s running gear can cause it to “snap” tight, causing shaft and/or struts to be bent out of alignment.
  • Filling tanks with incorrect fluids . Removing diesel fuel from water tanks or water from diesel tanks can be very expensive.  Complete removal of the physical fresh water tanks, lines and pumps may be required if diesel is introduced into the water system. Water in diesel tanks can cause extensive engine damage.
  • No Start due to Shift Lever in Forward/Reverse instead of in NEUTRAL
  • No Start due to Fuel Shut-Off/Running Out of Fuel
  • Failure to open thru-hull valves after checking sea strainers causing over-heating, impeller failure or more serious engine problems/repairs
  • Lack of vigilance while anchored, or grounding due to tidal swings or dragging. Client is responsible for deductible/repairs for damage, dives, tows, chase boat calls, etc.

Damage caused by operator error: The Charterer is responsible for any damages incurred, whether caused by the Charterer or the Charterer’s crew (including hired or guest crew), for all repairs and associated costs up to the yacht-specific insurance deductibles .

The Daily Damage Fee will be assessed for the first 21 days, with a 4-night minimum on shorter charters. Additional days will be calculated at 50% of the daily fee, or $30, whichever is greater. Upon arrival, a credit card imprint will be required and held on file until the vessel is surveyed upon completion of charter.  The credit card may be charged for outstanding fees and items not covered by the daily damage fee.

P&I (Liability) Fee

A small flat rate premium for is also required that provides $1,000,000 of coverage. This coverage is for third party claims initiated during the time you are in charge of the vessel against You, the Yacht Owner, or AYC. This will come into play once your own umbrella policy is exhausted. Rates for this P&I policy vary by boat and are listed below the Charter Rates table on each boat’s detail page.

Express written permission is required from the Insurance Provider for yachts traveling outside AYC’s cruising grounds referenced on your Charter Agreement.

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  • Travel Protection Insurance

We encourage you to consider purchasing one of our exclusive Travel Protection Plans with TripAssure. These plans protect against cancellation penalties if your trip is cancelled for covered reasons. The products offered range in price as some plans cover more than others.

For a quote or more information about the policies offered, please click here . You can view plan certificates by clicking the Read More button under “How Do I Buy Travel Protection?” and purchase your plan by clicking “Buy Now” for the program you prefer.

Please ask about our Insurance Program for yachts traveling outside our cruising grounds.

We offer several year-round Standard Discounts as well as seasonal promotions and other Special Offers at times throughout the years. To view our current special offers and and standard discounts, please visit our Specials page.

Our Guarantee

Should you have a breakdown during your charter, we will complete repairs within four hours of notification for any vessel within 20 miles of our charter base.

Toll Free: (800) 233-3004 | (360) 293-4555 | [email protected]

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