Frequently asked questions

The availability and prices indicated on Acm Keep Sailing will be confirmed upon quotation. Boat rental includes :

• Rental of the boat with all its equipment and dinghy for the period stipulated in the contract, departing from and returning to the base.
• 7/7 assistance from the rental base

  Boat rental does not include certain mandatory fees (which vary from one rental company to another):

• Return cleaning package
• On-board consumables (gas, batteries, cleaning cloths, etc.)
• Tourist taxes

  Boat rental does not include certain optional extras (which vary from one rental company to another):

• Skipper services
• Flight attendant services
• Bedding
• Towels
• The outboard motor
• The barbecue
• Paddle, fishing rod...
• Insurance (damage waiver, deposit waiver, cancellation, repatriation assistance)

  To be paid on site :

• Refuelling (some rental companies offer a refuelling option)
• Diesel fuel
• Fuel for the dinghy
• Port and mooring fees
• Transport costs to/from departure base

To confirm a boat rental, please inform Keep Sailing, who will place an option on the boat until we receive your deposit. The booking will only be considered definitive once we have received your deposit (by bank transfer or credit card) of between 30% and 50% of the rental price. A 100% deposit is required for bookings made less than one month before departure. The balance must be paid to Keep Sailing at least one month before boarding. Mandatory extras and options must be paid to the charter company either before charter or on site on the day of embarkation (information to be provided by your charter company).

The 5F rule to avoid seasickness. There are 5 phenomena that contribute to seasickness. Prevent them!

• Fatigue: Start your sailing with sufficient rest.
• Cold: Wear appropriate clothing to avoid getting cold.
• Hunger: Go sailing on a full stomach and pack snacks.
• Thirst: Drink water regularly to maintain hydration. Avoid alcohol.
• Fear: If you have any fears, talk to your skipper.

 

• Provisioning (some charter companies offer a provisioning option) or restaurant meal for you and the skipper and/or hostess
• Diesel fuel
• Fuel for the dinghy
• Port and mooring fees
• Transport costs to/from departure base
• Any activities (visits, etc.)
• Gratuities, if any, for the skipper and/or hostess