Tips For First Time Yacht Charterers in Singapore

Are you chartering a yacht out to the open sea for the first time? Yacht chartering can be confusing for unseasoned seafarers. Here are essential tips for first time yacht charterers.

Plan Your Destination

In Singapore, are you heading to the Southern Islands from Sentosa or Keppel? Do you intend to visit Kusu, Lazarus and St John Island? Valencia Yachts offers sailing destinations at Southern Islands — the most preferred destinations for most yacht charterers.

How Many People Onboard

Every yacht has a safety limit requirement. This includes the crewmen and other persons onboard. Being over the size limit may lead to serious dangers including capsizing.

Check Weather Forecast

Check if there's a possibility of a major thunderstorm on the sailing day. Even if it rains, some yachts have internal facilities like karaoke systems or large social rooms.

Bringing Food Onboard

Yachts have BBQ pits for barbecuing. You can also order food from catering or delivery services. Bring a mix of non-perishable and perishable items, plus enough ice.

Type Of Event

Are they casual family events or corporate team building activities? This determines the yacht size and logistical support needed.

Contingency Planning

Make sure first aid kits are available. It's common for people to suffer cuts during team building games or get intoxicated during parties.

Budget Planning

Work out the total budget including food, entertainment, and any items on sale onboard.

Ready For Your First Charter?

Book your first yacht charter with Valencia Yachts today — rates start from SGD $1,600!