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Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
Tubs are provided ...BYO ice please
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General BYO Food Information
Please ensure there is substantial food available to abide by the Responsible Service of Alcohol. Chips and dips will not meet requirements - A light meal
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What happens in poor weather?
If the weather is dangerous for charters the skipper will contact you and offer postponement or rescheduling.
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
There is a mix of plates and cutlery on board you can use and we ask if you help with the tidy up. Otherwise you can bring your own disposable or plastic items
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
Responsible drinking of spirits is allowed with mixers. No shots permitted
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Is ice provided onboard?
Ice is not provided BYO only. Recommend 5-8 bags depending on group size
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
Yes including utensils for cooking. The crew will assist if you require
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Is drinking water included?
Yes but we also advise bringing your own bottles water if you prefer
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What cool storage is there onboard?
Ambiance has 1 fridge on board, 1 esky on board plus an ice bin
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
If crew are available and the boat is not on a charter we can arrange for access prior to cruises to drop off F&B
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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.
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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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What happens in poor weather?
If the weather is dangerous for charters the skipper will contact you and offer postponement or rescheduling.
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Are there any water toys onboard?
Yes, a Lilypad is available for guests use for $70.
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Yes, smoking is permitted at the stern of the ship.
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Yes - there is a CD radio system which is ipod & mp3 friendly and provides music inside & outside. The system is loud enough for all parties and can be heard clearly up at the front and back decks. There are aux cables on board to connect your iphone devices too. Bluetooth connection available
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
No High Heels
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Can we have a DJ?
Yes, DJ's are allowed, $350.00 generator charge will apply or you can also hire BHS DJ for $750 (4 hours - excluding generator)
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Is swimming allowed?
Yes, there is a ladder off the back deck.
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Where can we pickup and dropoff?
CBD only Preferred pick up and drop off wharf is Towns Place. Extra cost if picking up and dropping off from
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Are there any additional rules that apply to specific events (eg 21st Birthdays)?
Security Guard required for all Bucks, Hens and 21st Birthday parties @ a cost of $125/hr per security guard. Whether you require 1 or 2 will be determined by guest numbers.
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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