Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO Drinks.
We supply glassware & eskies, please BYO ice
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General BYO Food Information
Please bring plenty of food to abide by RSA.
BYO fee Includes all crockery, cutlery, cups, utensils, serving equipment and garbage bags. BBQ and equipment is provided also. There's a gas oven but very small so can't be used for cooking. best to use BBQ
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
Yes, plates, cutlery and cups are available on Cloud 9. This includes platters, bowls and champagne flutes.
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Is ice provided onboard?
No please BYO, on request we can also provide Ice for $8 per bag.
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
Yes and the crew will cook for you
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Is drinking water included?
Tap water please bring bottles if you prefer
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What cool storage is there onboard?
Cloud 9 has a large ice box, 2 refrigerated lockers, fridge and freezer. An esky can usually fit up to 4 bags of ice.
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
For food and drinks drop off, $100 per hour but need to check with cruise director first.
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Does the boat provide napkins/serviettes?
This is a consumable so we recommend bringing your own for BYO Charters.
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Are glass bottles allowed onboard or just cans?
Glass bottles are allowed but consider bringing cans since they are lighter and safer since they won't smash.
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Can we bring a baby? Is there an age limit? Are they counted as guests?
Yes babies are allowed onboard - there is no age limit. Yes, kids of all ages are included in your guest count.
If you have young kids coming, please let us know in advance.
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What is the bond for?
The bond is taken incase there are damages caused by your group during your charter.
The no.1 cause for bond claims is broken toilets so please tell your guests not to flush things like wipes or tampons down the toilets - just a small amount of toilet paper is Ok.
Vomiting around the boat will incur fees. Don't bring Sparklers, confetti balloons, glitter (candles by request only) as they will stain the boat.
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Are there any water toys onboard?
We can provide a Lilypad for your use free of charge. SUP boards are also available $50 each.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Yes, certain areas as specified by crew.
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Premium stereo and speakers available with Bluetooth and aux connectivity.
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
We request that guests do not wear stiletto heels or black soled shoes, as they mark the vessel.
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Is swimming allowed?
Yes
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Where can we pickup and dropoff?
Sydney CBD Wharves are the most common.
Travel surcharge: $100 for each pick-up drop-off in Manly / Middle Harbour. North shore and
Northern Beaches residents can avoid the travel surcharge by using Mosman Bay wharf.
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Any other rules the organisers and guests should know?
Lilypad & SUPs available for your enjoyment no charge. No WiFi onboard
Highlights of Terms of Service (please read the full version at link above)
Covid - If Government restrictions prevent the boat owner from delivering your charter initially booked for, then your charter can be postponed to another available date within 6 months (conditions apply).
Unfortunately refunds are not available for any Covid related cancellations.
If you cancel your charter for any Covid related reason you will not be entitled to a refund or postponement.
View some Covid FAQs
here.
Date Changes/Cancellations - your deposit is used to secure your booking with the boat owner so this can only be refunded (minus an admin fee) if we are able to find another person to replace your booking and if sufficient notice is given.
Weather - Cruises go ahead in wet weather on all boats that have shelter for all guests - your charter would only be cancelled if the skipper deemed the conditions unsafe. View some weather FAQs
here.
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