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Important BYO Food / Drink Charter Information
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General BYO Drinks Information
BYO Drinks
Eskies, Disposable cups and ice provided. BYO Spirit require list of items. Must all have soft drink mixer
ALL drinks must be preloaded in advance of cruise. Individual BYO strictly not permitted. Crew will provide drinks service from bar
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General BYO Food Information
BYO Food
Please bring pre-prepared cold food (platters) as no use of galley.- disposable plates, cutlery, napkins provided.
Adequate food must be provided to abide by RSA Regulations, chips and dips will not suffice it has to be considered a light meal.
If you have a drinks package included hire rates are cheaper
Guests will need to take rubbish off at conclusion of cruise or Magic can arrange for Disposal of rubbish at an additional charge 0f $200
There is a BYO cake fee - please ask our staff
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Are there any additional limitations on guest numbers or dates permitted for BYO charters?
BYO Charters are max 45 guests. BYO cake policy applies, please discuss upon booking.
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Are plates, glasses / cups, cutlery included?
Plastic plates and cups provided
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Are BYO spirits allowed?
Spirits with mixers have to be approved by Cruise Director at time of booking. No shots and no premixed/RTDs allowed.
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Is ice provided onboard?
Yes we provide 3 bags of ice
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Is there a BBQ onboard?
No BBQ on Magic you are required to bring Pre-cooked and prepared food only
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Is drinking water included?
Tap drinking water is provided on all cruises
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Can I dropoff supplies at the boat before the charter?
BYO Charters: All beverages must be pre-loaded prior to the cruise. NO alcohol to be taken to the wharf at boarding. Prior arrangements at Camerons Marina Balmain or 60 mins before cruise at Elliot St
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What cool storage is there onboard?
2 large eskies and fridge
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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?
Lilypad $150 water access from the rear platform allows for swimming
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Smoking - is it permitted and are there any restrictions?
Smoking is permitted on the back deck of the Magic only
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Is there a sound system and what connectivity is there?
Yes we have a JBL speaker that you can connect via Bluetoot. No Wi-Fi
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Can we have a DJ?
Yes, however they will need to get on and off with the guests at the start of the charter (eg at King st wharf). The DJ must bring all of their own equipment. We can also provide a DJ for you for $750.
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Footwear - are there any restrictions?
No restrictions however tall stilettos are not recommended as you are on a boat prone to rocking
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Is swimming allowed?
Access from the rear platform allows swimming
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Are there any additional rules that apply to specific events (eg 21st Birthdays)?
No BYO food/drink cruises for 18th-23rd Birthday parties 2 x Security will be required at $275 each staff member. (Max 75 guests). NO BUCKS or HENS events. BYO need to be preloaded before cruise
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Any other rules the organisers and guests should know?
No cruises where guests request nudity eg topless waitressing or strippers etc
Any delivery of alcohol will need to be brought on prior to the cruise pickup.
We will not accept guests drinking at the wharf prior to boarding these guests will not be permitted on board
The bar will close 15 min prior to the conclusion of the cruise - all drinks and catering to be prepared and packed for departure.
NOTE for 18-24th events
# Guests will need to take rubbish off at conclusion of cruise –
Magic can arrange for Disposal of rubbish at an additional charge 0f $200
# Beverages to be arranged as one delivery prior to the event , * individual BYO strictly not permitted)
# BYO Spirits and or Mixed spirit drinks strictly not permitted
# BYO Catering - sufficient food is required
# BYO Catering - easy serviceable foods eg, platter foods
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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