Frequently Asked Questions

 Do the yachts have linen onboard? 

Yes, all linen is supplied including sheets, pillows, doona, & in cooler weather, blankets.

Do we need to bring towels?

No, we have towels on the yachts available for your use.

Is parking available at Palm Beach?

We do not have any specific parking at Palm Beach Ferry Wharf. Council operate day only (up to 12 hrs) metered parking at Pittwater Park, there is no overnight metered parking in this car park. The car park at the North side of Palm Beach Ferry Wharf does not have parking, it is for Western foreshore residents only.

Free parking is available on Barrenjoey Rd and in Palm Beach Rd, please allow plenty of time to find a spot so you are not late boarding the tender.

Can we cook on board?

All yachts have a 2 burner gas stove, gas oven and basic cooking equipment. The galley has plates, cups, cutlery, wine and champagne glasses. An ice box filled with ice will keep your food and drink chilled.

I like to fish, do I need to bring fishing gear?

The yachts have basic fishing rods and some fishing gear, you will need to bring bait and if you plan to take your catch home bring a container to store it in. Keen fisher persons would be best to bring their own gear.

Where do we operate?

Our Skippered Yacht Charters leave from Palm Beach Ferry Wharf and operate within Pittwater, Broken Bay and Lion Island (depending on weather). Our Skipper will discuss what you would like to do, where you would like to go and plans the experience around your wishes taking into consideration weather and available time.

I’m staying overnight, how do we get ashore to the beach during our stay?

All overnight stays on our yachts have a small 2 person rowing dinghy so you can row ashore. We give you some guidance on rowing before we leave you for the afternoon/evening.

What happens to my booking if the weather is bad?

If the weather makes it unsafe for your experience to proceed, we will contact you prior to arrange an alternate day. Unsafe weather includes high winds, heavy rain, storms, and rough seas. Charters and overnight stays will still proceed if the weather is overcast, lack of wind, scattered showers, cool or if there is any other weather factor that is not making it unsafe to operate. Our Staff will determine if the weather may be unsafe to proceed.

What if I need to cancel my experience?

If your cruise or stay is cancelled more than 14 days prior to your skippered yacht charter or overnight stay we will refund 80% of the cost. If you cancel within 14 days you do not receive a refund.

Can I postpone my experience?

If you postpone your skippered yacht charter or overnight stay more than 14 days prior to the date of your experience, you can change it once only. A postponement between 14 and 7 days has a fee of $100 and new date is subject to availability. A skippered yacht charter or overnight stay cannot be postponed within 7 days unless by mutual agreement with Taylor Made Escapes.