Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO Drinks Eskies are provided. Please see below for our pre-delivery drinks service
Guests are able to carry aboard their own alcohol, as Sydney Seabird is not a licensed yacht. For extra convenience, alcohol can be ordered through our partners at Porters Liquor drinks can be ordered online at Dan Murphy Gladesville store. We can organise a pickup service before charter at cost of $100 per pickup
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General BYO Food Information
Food: Please bring plenty of food to abide by RSA.
Surcharge includes crockery, cutlery, glassware, utensils, serving equipment. Has fully equipped galley.
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
Yes, provided the BYO service fee is paid these items are included.
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
Yes but reasonable RSA still applies. All guests are to be deemed safe at all times. From damaging themselves or the vessel. As well as respectful towards staff & other guests.
Failure to do so will Terminate the Charter.
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Is ice provided onboard?
Six bags of ice are provided for each charter. each additional bag of ice is $5/bag
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
YES we have a BBQ & full galley kitchen
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Is drinking water included?
Tap water is on board but we recommend bringing bottled if you prefer
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What cool storage is there onboard?
Sydney Seabird has a combination of 2 Fridges & two very large ice boxes, suitable for up to 40 guests.
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
Yes it is possible with prior warning. Guests cannot board from the Marina. (Double Charters are more complicated if the boat is already on Charter)
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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?
The vessel has a very large & expensive hydraulic swim platform that lowers into the water for guests to swim on & off.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Yes in a designated area when vessel is at anchor.
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Yes a Brilliant sound system throughout the whole vessel that can be zoned for different areas of the vessel (Saloon/Cockpit/Flybridge/Sunken Lounge) with Bluetooth connectivity. Has TV onboard too.
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
Summer: Non-shoe Vessel
Winter: Soft white soled shoes
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Can we have a DJ?
Yes however vessel is not to be damaged in any way installing or removing equipment.
The vessels sound system is also excellent (as an alternative to a DJ)
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Is swimming allowed?
Yes swimming is allowed & recommended
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Are there any additional rules that apply to specific events (eg 21st Birthdays)?
We welcome 21st, we may require security or parents/family on board. Well behaved small Bucks groups are also welcome
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Any other rules the organisers and guests should know?
All weather boat. We can enclose 70% of the boat if required
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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