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Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO Beverages: $20 per person (includes ice and glassware and cool storage).
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General BYO Food Information
BYO Food: $10 per person ($250 minimum charge) includes use of cooking facilities and equipment.
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Are there any additional limitations on guest numbers or dates permitted for BYO charters?
BYO charters are by application only in December.
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What happens in poor weather?
Cruises do go ahead if conditions are wet. If deamed dangerous - usually high winds - the skipper will make the judgement to postpone the cruise
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
All plates and cultery and cups for drinks are provided on board
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
Spirits are permitted but all must have a mixer. No shots permitted
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Is ice provided onboard?
Ice is provided for drinks, please feel free to bring more for cooling
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
There is no BBQ on board. We do have a galley kitchen with oven for warming food only
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Is drinking water included?
Still and sparking water is provided as part of beverage packages. BYO cruises may wish to bring bottled water, but tap water is also suitable for drinking.
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
(subject to availability)Pre-access for drop-off of food, beverages, equipment and decorations:
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What cool storage is there onboard?
There are several refrigerators and freezers available on board
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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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Does the boat provide napkins/serviettes?
This is a consumable so we recommend bringing your own for BYO Charters.
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Wharf Availability Advisory – Summer 2024/25
Wharf maintenance and limited wharf options in the CBD are causing challenges across the industry. This may lead to delays or limited availability at popular wharves.
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Can you accommodate special dietary needs, allergies, or specific food safety concerns?
We do our best to work with our suppliers to accommodate various dietary requirements (e.g., vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free). However, because our food is sourced externally, we cannot guarantee a 100% nut-free environment or the complete absence of allergens such as gluten. We encourage you to let us know in advance about any serious allergies or dietary needs so we can liaise with our caterers.
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What is the bond for?
The bond is taken incase there are damages caused by your group during your charter.
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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.
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What happens in poor weather?
Cruises do go ahead if conditions are wet. If deamed dangerous - usually high winds - the skipper will make the judgement to postpone the cruise
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Are there any water toys onboard?
Yes, we include a Lilly-pad floating mat on all cruises. Stand up paddleboard can be arranged for $60 each. SPLASH POND by @AquaClub @$200. Brig Eagle Tender (5 person) available on request @$1150.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Cigarette smoking is permitted on the lower back deck ONLY, definitely not in the interior of the vessel and not on the top and not bow of the boat
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Can we have a DJ?
Yes! BHS DJ $900 or BYO DJ for $100 includes hire of 2 x high quality DJ speakers on board and a DJ table. This prevents cables and unnecessary space when DJs BYO and reduced set up time consirably so ready to go. Recommended. Preaccess fees apply for DJ set up. DJ is counted as guest.
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Yes, sound system can be connected via Bluetooth
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
We maintain a no-shoes policy on board. Slippers are available upon request @$4 per person (slippers to be pre-ordered)
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Is swimming allowed?
Swimming is permitted taking into account weather conditions. All persons must dry off prior to entering the interior of the vessel. Swimming is at the persons risk. Lilypad is included, SUP's, inflatable splash pad and other water toys can be included on request for additional fees.
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Where can we pickup and dropoff?
We can pick-up and drop-off at a range of locations throughout the Harbour. Popular choices include King Street Wharf (Darling Harbour), Rose Bay, Woolloomooloo, Balmain, Drummoyne and Woolwich.
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Any other rules the organisers and guests should know?
All menu orders from our caterer need min 7 working days notice
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