This quick experience check helps you understand what level of support may suit your bareboat charter — whether that's feeling ready to go, adding extra tuition, or considering a Sail Guide.
It's an informal guide only, but it's a helpful starting point for understanding your boating background.
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Bareboat suitability isn't just about licences or qualifications — it's about practical boating knowledge, confidence, and the kind of support that helps you enjoy your holiday safely. Our team will always make a final assessment when you book.
A quick reflection on your background and the support options available before you set sail.
Get a rough sense of how your experience lines up with a bareboat charter in the Whitsundays.
If you're a little rusty or light on experience, extra tuition or a Sail Guide may be worth considering.
Your result is a guide only. Our team will help match you with a suitable vessel and the right support.
Two key parts of your charter preparation: the standard pre-departure briefing every charter receives, plus optional support if you'd like more confidence.
On the morning of departure, the two most experienced people in your group will complete a detailed vessel briefing covering practical boat handling and safety.
This briefing may take up to 4 hours and is an important part of preparing you to operate the boat safely.
If you have some experience but feel a little out of practice, there are ways to ease into your charter with more confidence.
Choose the option that best matches your experience in each section. Once you submit, you'll see how you score and what level of support may suit your charter.
