Up to 9 People 4 Hour Private Charter in Fort Walton Beach Florida United States

Rates:
Base price includes up to 8 passengers. An additional passenger, for a maximum of 9 people total, is an extra $25. (Can be changed up to 24 hours before charter)

March - April
4 hours- $400 + tax + $200 operator fee

May - October
4 Hours- $450 +tax +200 operator fee

Due to US Coast Guard regulations we can only carry six people on a charter with a licensed captain. If you have more than six people we will lease the boat to you, allowing you to hire an operator to drive
When booking, you are paying for the BOAT Only.
A separate fee is required for an approved Master/Skipper and fuel surcharge.
You will receive a Charterer Agreement & Waiver with your booking confirmation.
Uninspected private recreational vessels are chartered, leased or rented to an individual (Charterer) through a written agreement.
The owner does not provide a Master/Skipper or crew. The Charterer selects and contracts a Skipper/Crew of their choosing that meets requirements set forth by the owner of the vessel and that meets U.S. Coast Guard requirements.
The Charterer assumes responsibility for the vessel operation in accordance with federal and state maritime law for the duration of the charter. The Charterer assumes complete command, control and possession of the vessel as if it were their own. The owner can recommend a list of Captains for the charter to hire but cannot stipulate the selection. (Title 46 US Code Section 2101(35) states that a chartered 12 passenger vessel cannot provide a crew "specified" by its owner to qualify as a Recreational Bare Boat charter.)

When making a reservation all skipper information must be provided to ensure the skipper meets requirements for driving the vessel. Master/Skipper work for the charter as an independent contractor on an at will basis as agreed between the two parties.
Bare boat charter regulations require the Charterer to contact an independent Captain and pay them directly for the sum of the assigned captains fee.
Bare Boat regulations stipulate the owner cannot specify the crew. A selection of captains will be provided. Captain rates are $125-$400 depending on trip selection. Captains will be paid upon arrival the day of the trip. Gratuity is not included.

Booking Notes

****Please note that if a DEPOSIT is made, the FINAL BALANCE is due 24 hours before the start of the trip. The remainder balance will be charged to the card on file, unless otherwise specified. We do not accept cash payments. Failure to pay the remainder balance will result in a loss of deposit and cancellation of the trip.****

Attached is a copy of the bareboart charter agreement. We will provide a printed version at the start of trip for you to sign.

Operator fee: Operator fee is $200 and is to be paid to operator/captain upon arrival.

[View Bareboat Charter Agreement dated 09May2023.pdf](https://cdn.filestackcontent.com/pbfaKjV1SfOfSC3pe9rg)

What to bring:
Sunscreen, drinks, food, towels, anything else you think you might want.

Parking: Located at Beach Weekend.

Arrival: We recommend arriving 20 minutes early.

Meet Captain: Your Captain will meet you at the picnic tables behind the beach weekend building.

Note about Crab Island:
There are no alcohol sales allowed at Crab Island. If you do wish to drink on your trip you will need to bring your own alcohol. Beach Weekend does have a small selection of alcohol for purchase.