HOW TO RENT A BOAT ?

Your sailing experience with us becomes even easier with flexible payment options and clear cancellation policies. Here’s what you need to know:

Payment:

• Payment can be made in cash, by card, or via company account.
• All payment details, including the payment schedule, will be provided in the proforma invoice.
• To confirm the reservation, the client pays a deposit of 30% to 50% of the total rental amount, depending on the booking period and charter company rules. The remaining balance of the rental amount must be paid no later than 40 days before departure (unless the charter company has different conditions).
• By paying the deposit according to the proforma invoice, the client is considered to have agreed to the cancellation terms and conditions.

Rental Cancellation:

If the client wishes to cancel the reserved vessel, this must be done in writing. The date on which Show Me Sailing receives the written notice of cancellation will serve as the basis for calculating cancellation fees:

• For cancellations more than 60 days before the start of the rental, a fee of 30% of the total rental price will be charged.
• For cancellations from 59 to 30 days before the start of the rental, a fee equal to the paid deposit (30%–50% of the total rental price) will be charged.
• For cancellations within 30 days before the start of the rental, a fee of 100% of the total rental price will be charged.

If the client finds another person to take over the same reservation, only the costs associated with the transfer will be charged. Show Me Sailing will also make additional efforts to find a client to take over the reservation on behalf of the canceling client.

A refund will be processed immediately upon determining the exact refund amount. The refund can only be paid to the client’s account, and any costs for transferring money abroad will be borne by the client.

Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.

After processing all the necessary information and payment confirmation, expect an email with the following documents:

• Booking Confirmation: An essential document for picking up the vessel. Be sure to bring it with you.
• Charter Contract: A contract between you and the charter company outlining the rules and terms for renting the sailboat or catamaran.
• Base Info: Information about the base (marina) where you will pick up the vessel, including the contact person and service details.
• Skipper Contact: If you have hired a skipper based on our recommendation, you will also receive their contact details to coordinate the sailing details.
• Additional Information: Show Me Sailing will provide all the necessary information and recommendations, including where to park, where to buy supplies, what to bring, and more.
• Continuous Support: Remember, Show Me Sailing support is available 24/7.

Crew List:
Registering the vessel’s crew, which is submitted to the relevant Port Authority, is mandatory. Personal data of all passengers must be entered. We recommend completing this no later than 14 days before the boarding date. Unlike agencies that leave the client to fill out the crew list via a link, Show Me Sailing, as your personal sailing agent, will complete this important task for you.

Your comfort and peace of mind throughout the journey are our top priorities.

Here we provide an overview of the most common type of yacht charter rules and conditions, adopted by the Yacht-Pool International organization. It is important to note that each charter company may have its own specific modifications or additions to these rules. Upon reservation, the detailed rules and conditions of the charter company with which you are booking your vessel will be clearly presented to you. Your comfort and safety during the sailing experience are our top priorities.

Article 1. Definitions
1.1. Yacht Charter Rules (Rules) – the official offer (formal offer) of the Yacht Owner that contains all current conditions for yacht chartering.
1.2. Acceptance of the Offer – full and unconditional acceptance of the offer (Rules) through payment to the account specified by the Owner, without signing the Rules document. Acceptance of the offer is a prerequisite for the creation of the Agreement. These Rules have the same legal validity as a contract signed by both parties.
1.3. Owner – the owner of the yacht, or an individual who has the authority from the yacht owner and all necessary documents to confirm it.
1.4. Charterer – a legal or natural person who uses the yacht in accordance with these Rules and accepts all terms of the offer by making payment to the account specified by the Owner.
1.5. In these Rules, the terms “Owner” and “Charterer” are used regardless of gender, legal status, or number of individuals.
1.6. Captain – the individual in charge of the yacht’s crew, responsible for their actions; the representative of the Owner concerning debts and claims for the needs of the yacht and navigation, and also the authorized representative of the Owner in legal matters arising from or in connection with the Charter Agreement. The Captain is also responsible for managing the yacht, ensuring safe navigation, maintaining order, and preventing any damage to the yacht, crew members, passengers, and third parties. Within his authority, his orders are binding for all individuals on board; he has the right to isolate anyone endangering the safety of the yacht and its occupants and can halt navigation at any time if he believes it threatens the safety of the yacht and/or the people on board.
1.7. Force Majeure – any reason related to actions, events, incidents, omissions, or accidents that occur beyond the control and without the fault of the Owner, crew, or Charterer (including strikes, bankruptcy, other labor disputes, civil unrest, other disturbances, terrorist attacks, blockades, invasions, wars, fires, explosions, sabotage, collisions, government actions, major electrical or mechanical failures beyond the crew’s control, not caused by negligence of the Charterer, Owner, or crew). Changes in crew composition do not fall under the above reasons and are not considered force majeure.
1.8. Deposit – the amount included in the charter price, serving as a guarantee for fulfilling the obligations by the Charterer according to the Charter Agreement and/or the provisions of these Rules. The deposit is returned to the Charterer if the Owner has no claims against the Charterer after the end of the charter period.
Article 2. Charter Agreement
2.1. The Owner is obligated to deliver the Boat to the Charterer for use and to refrain from entering into any other rental agreements for the same boat during the agreed period.
2.2. The Charterer is obligated to take possession of the Boat and pay the rental amount, deposit, delivery/return fee, and other agreed-upon expenses by the specified due date and into the account designated in the Charter Agreement.
2.3. With the Owner’s consent, the Charterer may make payments in cash for the rental fee and to cover additional costs, delivery/return fees, deposit, and other agreed-upon charges.
2.4. The Charterer’s obligations regarding the rental fee, as well as any additional charges, delivery/return fees, deposit, and other agreed expenses, are deemed fulfilled once funds are transferred to the Owner’s account or paid in cash. All bank commission and processing fees are borne by the Charterer.
2.5. The Owner’s liability for the charter shall not exceed the value of the charter fee.
Article 3. Delivery of the Boat
3.1. The Owner is obligated to deliver the Boat at the designated time and place at the start of the agreed rental period, as specified in the invoice, while the Charterer is required to accept the Boat, which shall be ready for navigation and in good working order. The Boat must be insured, seaworthy, clean, in good condition, and fully equipped, including up-to-date safety equipment (such as life jackets for children if the Charterer is accompanied by children) and a crew that is appropriate to the size and type of the boat, enabling the Charterer to operate the boat as specified in Article 14 of these Terms. The Owner does not guarantee comfortable use of the boat in adverse weather conditions
Article 4. Return of the Boat
4.1. The Charterer is obligated to return the Boat to the Owner at the designated return port in the same condition as it was received, accounting for normal wear and tear. The Charterer is also responsible for all costs associated with the Boat’s usage during the rental period, including fuel. The Charterer may return the Boat to the Return Port before the rental period ends, but must inform the Owner at least 24 hours in advance. No compensation or refunds are provided for early returns.
4.2. The Charterer is required to reach the Boat’s Return Port the day before the rental period expires, no later than 19:00 on the day preceding the end date.
4.3. The Boat’s handover will be conducted by the Owner in the presence of the Charterer between 08:00 and 10:00 (standard period) on the final day of the rental period. Check-out can be performed outside the standard period if mutually agreed upon by both parties or if deemed necessary by the Owner for safety reasons concerning the Boat or the Charterer.
4.4. The Owner will cover the costs for a diver to inspect the underwater parts of the Boat on the date and time specified in Clause 4.3 of these terms.
4.5. On the final day of the rental period, by 09:00 or before the start of the check-out process, the Charterer is required to vacate the Boat. Specifically, they must remove all personal belongings, all crew members, including the captain, charterer, and guests, must disembark, and any waste left by the Charterer must be cleared.
4.6. If the Charterer fails to comply with Clause 4.5, the Owner has the right to charge and retain an amount equal to one day’s charter fee from the Charterer.
4.7. If the Charterer requests an underwater inspection and/or check-out outside the time frame stipulated in Clause 4.4 of these terms, the Charterer must additionally cover the cost of diver services, amounting to 100 euros, and pay an additional 50 euros for a non-standard check-out.
Article 5. Sailing Plan
5.1. The Charterer is required to have a sailing plan to ensure the Boat returns to the designated location on time at the end of the charter period, considering weather conditions, currents, winds, and following good seamanship and practical experience. The Charterer must adhere to a daily sailing time limit of no more than 6 hours, except when the Captain deems it necessary to extend this limit.
5.2. When planning stops, the Captain is required to select a safe location (either dock or anchor) based on good maritime experience, considering weather conditions, currents, depth, and the Boat’s characteristics.
5.3. Sailing is permitted only during daylight hours unless there is a qualified crew on board with navigation charts, and at least one crew member with a qualification not below Coastal Skipper or an equivalent is responsible for each shift.
5.4. Night sailing is permitted only with the Boat Owner’s approval and after confirmation from the Charterer that a qualified crew will be on board.
Article 6. Maximum Number of People – Responsibility for Children – Health of the Charterer and Guests
6.1. The Charterer agrees not to exceed the maximum number of guests permitted on the Boat for either lodging or sailing, as stipulated in the Charter Agreement. The number of passengers may be increased during stops at docks or when anchored, subject to the Captain’s discretion and in accordance with safety regulations, individual and collective life-saving equipment capacity.
6.2. If there are children on board, the Charterer is fully responsible for their behavior, and no member of the crew, including the Captain, bears any responsibility for them.
6.3. Sailing may be uncomfortable and hazardous for individuals with physical disabilities or for children receiving medical treatment and/or suffering from certain medical conditions. The Charterer guarantees the good physical condition of all persons on board and ensures that the stay on the Boat will not adversely affect passengers or crew members’ health. The Charterer and their guests are required to have the necessary visas for the countries they plan to visit.
Article 7. Crew
7.1. The Owner delivers the Boat to the Charterer on a bareboat basis (without a crew), and the Charterer is required to hire a Captain with qualifications in accordance with the regulations of the country under which the Boat sails and recognized by the Owner’s insurance company. The Charterer may also hire a qualified and trained crew. No member of the crew has the right to transport or use illegal substances and narcotics on the Boat or possess any type of weapon (except those permitted and registered). The Captain and crew must comply with the laws of the countries in whose waters the Boat is located.
7.2. The Captain, crew, and passengers are entitled to a minimum rest period in accordance with established practices for the Boat’s operation.
7.3. The Captain, crew, and passengers agree not to disclose any information related to this agreement, the Owner, the Charterer, or their guests to third parties, unless written permission has been given.
7.4. Before the start of the Charter Agreement period, the Charterer is required to provide the Owner with a complete list of passengers and crew members, including full names, birth dates, passport numbers, passport serial numbers, and expiration dates. If the Charterer fails to provide information about passengers and crew members before the start of the Charter Agreement period, the Boat Owner assumes no responsibility for delays in the Boat’s departure from the port due to reporting requirements with the harbor or police authorities.
7.5. The Charterer must submit copies of the Captain’s qualifications (certificates) to the Boat Owner at least one week before the Charter Agreement period begins. The Owner reserves the right to refuse to deliver the Boat if the Captain’s documentation does not match the Boat’s type and size, if the Owner’s insurance company does not recognize the Captain’s qualifications, or if the Captain’s qualifications are forged.
7.6. If, during the Boat’s handover, the Owner questions the competence of the Captain selected by the Charterer, the Owner has the right to request the Charterer to replace the Captain.
Article 8. Authority and Responsibility of the Captain
8.1. The Captain executes all reasonable orders unless restricted by safety concerns, navigational conditions, the operation, function, and movement of the Boat, wind, weather conditions, and other circumstances. The Captain is not required to follow orders that might lead to docking in a dangerous port or place, affect the condition of the Boat’s return before the end of the charter period, or if they violate Article 14 and other provisions of these regulations. Without prejudice to other legal interests of the Owner: if, in the Captain’s opinion, the Charterer or their guests violate the conditions set forth in Article 14 of these Regulations and continue to do so after a written warning from the Captain, the Captain must notify the Owner. The Owner then has the right to immediately terminate the charter (unilateral cancellation of the rental agreement extrajudicially) or instruct the Captain to return the Boat to the Return Port, where the Charter Agreement will be terminated. The Charterer and their guests must leave the Boat and settle any additional costs with the Captain. In this case, the Charterer is not entitled to compensation or reimbursement.
8.2. The Captain has the right to refuse the Charterer or their guests the use of water-sports equipment if the Charterer or their guests behave irresponsibly, are under the influence of narcotics or alcohol, or are not sufficiently cautious regarding the environment and property while using such equipment.
8.3. Written Warnings from the Captain: If necessary, the Captain issues a written warning to the Charterer, detailing the reasons and types of violations committed by the Charterer (and/or passengers or other persons for whom the Charterer is responsible) under the Charter Agreement and/or these Regulations, along with a deadline for correction. In such cases, the Charterer is obliged to sign as acknowledgment of receipt of the warning. If the Charterer refuses to accept (or sign acknowledgment of receipt) of the warning, the Captain will record that the Charterer refused, verbally read the warning’s content, after which it is considered received by the Charterer.
8.4. The Captain or Charterer must promptly inform the Owner of any damages or hazardous situations concerning the vessel, crew, or any statements made by State Authorities in the jurisdiction where the Boat is operating. Failure to inform the Owner may result in a penalty of up to 100% of the deposit amount.
Article 9. Rental Prices and Payment Terms
9.1. The rental price of the Boat is specified in the invoice and includes the following:

• The rental of the Boat along with all accompanying equipment in good working condition;
• Tools, supplies, cleaning materials, and auxiliary equipment for the engine room, deck, kitchen, and cabins;
• Insurance for the Boat, crew, and passengers (see Article 17 of these Regulations);
• Liability insurance for the owner, passengers, and crew concerning third parties;
• Technical support and a guarantee for problem resolution and repairs;
• Cleaning of the Boat after the rental period ends.

9.2. The Charterer may order additional services from the Owner, the cost of which is specified in the invoice.
9.3. The Charterer is required to return the Boat to the Owner with a full tank of fuel for stationary engines, generators, and outboard motors.
9.4. If the Boat’s Delivery/Return Port differs from its location port, the Charterer is obligated to pay a transport fee for the Boat’s delivery/return. The Owner calculates the Delivery/Return fee and includes it in the invoice, which forms an integral part of this Agreement.
9.5. An advance payment may be requested for additional expenses related to fulfilling specific wishes, equipment provision, land transportation, excursions, and other services not included in the standard provisions of the Boat rental, either by transferring funds to the Owner’s account or by cash with receipt confirmation.
9.6. Payment on the Boat by check, credit card, or similar methods is typically not possible, so the Charterer must ensure an adequate amount of cash for settling expenses or make an advance payment to the Owner’s account.
9.7. When funds are handed to the Captain with receipt confirmation, the Captain issues a written receipt specifying the Charterer’s details (passport information), the Captain’s details (passport information), the amount in words, the date of transfer, the purpose of the funds transfer, and reference to the Charter Agreement under which the funds were received.
9.8. For payments of the Boat rental price and/or additional services via credit card, the total amount will be increased by 3.5% to cover the Owner’s bank fees.
9.9. After the Boat rental period ends, the Owner issues an invoice to the Charterer listing the final amount with all incurred costs by the Charterer.
Article 10. Delay and Inability to Deliver the Boat
10.1. If the cause is force majeure, as outlined in Article 21, and the Owner is unable to deliver the Boat to the Charterer at the Delivery Port before the rental period begins, delivery of the Boat will be completed within the shorter of the following two timeframes: 48 hours from the start of the rental period or one-tenth of the rental period. The Owner shall compensate the Charterer with a proportional part of the rental price or, by mutual agreement, proportionally extend the rental period.
10.2. Inability to Deliver the Boat.
10.2.1. If the cause is force majeure, as defined in Article 21, and the Owner is unable to deliver the Boat to the Charterer at the Delivery Port, and the delay exceeds the shorter of the two following periods: 48 hours or a period equal to one-tenth of the rental period, the Charterer has the right to unilaterally terminate the rental agreement without court intervention. In this case, the Charterer will receive an immediate refund of all amounts paid under this agreement, without interest on the funds. Alternatively, with mutual consent, the rental period may be extended by the delay period, or the start of the rental may be postponed for a specified time.
10.2.2. If the Owner is unable to deliver the Boat to the Charterer at the Delivery Port before the rental period begins due to any reason other than force majeure, the Charterer has the right to unilaterally terminate the rental agreement without court intervention and receive an immediate refund of all payments made under the rental agreement, without interest on the funds.
10.3. Termination of the Agreement by the Owner.
10.3.1. If the Owner terminates the agreement due to force majeure before the rental period specified in the rental agreement begins, the provisions of clause 10.2 of these Regulations shall apply.
Article 11. Delay in Returning the Boat
11.1. If, 48 hours before the end of the rental period, the Boat is located more than 100 nautical miles from the Return Port, the Owner has the right to initiate a compulsory return of the Boat to its designated location and retain the deposit amount to cover the costs of the forced return.
11.2. If the delay in returning the Boat is due to force majeure, the Boat must be returned immediately after such circumstances cease. The terms of this agreement remain in effect, and in this case, the Charterer will not incur any additional costs.
11.3. If the Charterer is unable to return the Boat to the Return Port on time due to intentional delay or course change, despite warnings from the Captain and/or the Owner, the Charterer is obliged to pay the Owner an amount equal to 150% of the daily rental rate for each day of delay. The Charterer must cover all operational costs incurred as per Article 9 of these regulations, as well as any losses or damages the Owner may suffer due to the inability to use the Boat or changes and cancellations of other scheduled charters.
Article 12. Termination of Agreement and Consequences of Non-Payment
12.1. The Charterer has the right to terminate the rental agreement at any time before the start of the rental period. In this case, the Owner will retain a specified portion or the entire amount as follows:

• From the date of reservation until 60 days before the start date of the charter – 30% of the total charter fee;
• From 59 to 30 days before the start date of the charter – 50% of the total charter fee;
• From 29 days up to the start date of the charter – 100% of the total charter fee.

12.2. In cases of non-payment or inability to pay: If the Charterer fails to pay, after receiving a written notice from the Owner, the amount due as per the rental agreement and/or these Terms, the Owner reserves the right to unilaterally terminate the contract extrajudicially and retain all payments made as settlement of the Charterer’s debt accrued up until the contract’s termination.
12.3. Notwithstanding the Owner’s right to claim, take, and retain payments from the Charterer as per Article 12.4 of these Terms, the Owner is obliged to reduce the Charterer’s payment amount if the Owner can re-lease the Boat for part or the entire rental period. The Owner will deduct the Charterer’s outstanding balance from the total amount obtained through re-leasing, after accounting for commissions and any other costs incurred in the process. The purpose of this provision is for the Owner to benefit from re-leasing the Boat as though this contract was never terminated. The Owner will make all efforts to re-lease the Boat, and it would be unreasonable for them to refrain from doing so unless, in the Owner’s judgment, prospective Charterers may pose a risk to the Boat, its reputation, its crew, or its planned route.
12.4. The Owner reserves the right to unilaterally terminate the rental agreement extrajudicially if, before the rental period begins, the Charterer has not fully paid the rental amount, deposit for additional costs, security deposit, or other agreed sums outlined in these Terms.
12.5. In terminating the rental agreement as per clause 12.5 of these Terms, the Owner has the right, in relation to the Charterer, to invoke clause 12.1 of these Terms.
Article 13. Malfunctions and Defects
13.1. If at any time after the Boat is handed over to the Charterer there are mechanical malfunctions or other circumstances, including force majeure, which impede the Charterer’s normal use of the Boat for a period of either 12 to 48 hours or one-fifth of the rental period, whichever is shorter, the Charterer must inform the Owner of the Boat. If the malfunction did not occur due to the Charterer’s fault, the Owner will compensate the Charterer proportionally for the duration of the malfunction, or, if mutually agreed upon, the rental period may be extended for the time the Boat was unusable. Should the Charterer wish to exercise this right, they must immediately inform the Owner of their intent and return the Boat to a designated dock for servicing. The Charterer will not incur additional expenses for the Boat’s downtime but will remain responsible for usual operating costs during the period the Boat was unusable.
13.2. Normal use of the Boat entails utilizing all Boat equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations.
13.3. A malfunction in equipment that can be replaced with an alternative onboard or partially used despite the malfunction does not entitle the Charterer to request a replacement boat and/or a refund of a portion of the rental payment.
13.4. Equipment such as a chart plotter, autopilot, electric anchor winch, electronic wind indicator, tender, propeller, electric stern folding mechanism, heater, and generator are considered auxiliary equipment. A malfunction of these devices does not entitle the Charterer to request a replacement boat and/or a refund of a portion of the rental payment. Nevertheless, the Owner must make every effort to provide service or replacement for malfunctioning auxiliary equipment as promptly as possible.
13.5. Alternatively, if malfunctions persist beyond two intervals—either over 48 hours or one-fifth of the rental period, depending on the nature and severity of the damage—the parties may agree that the Charterer may remain on board for the rental duration. In this case, the Charterer will not raise objections against the Owner.
13.6. In the event of any malfunction or defect discovered during the rental period, the Charterer must notify the Owner as soon as possible by any means and describe the nature of the issues.
13.7. The Charterer is responsible to the Owner if there is a delay in reporting or intentional withholding of information about malfunctions or defects on the Boat that arose due to force majeure or the Charterer’s fault. The extent of liability and the penalty amount are determined by the Owner based on the costs needed to restore the Boat to working order, thereby fulfilling the Owner’s obligations for future contracts.
Article 14. Operation of the Boat
14.1. The Charterer is obligated to comply with and ensure that their guests comply with the laws and regulations of the country in whose waters the Boat will be operating during the contract period.
14.2. The Charterer is required to guarantee that no pets or other animals will be present on the Boat without the written consent of the Owner.
14.3. The Charterer must ensure that neither their behavior nor that of their guests will disturb anyone or tarnish the reputation of the Boat itself.
14.4. The Boat must not be used for any commercial photography or video production without the Owner’s written consent.
14.5. The Charterer and their guests are obligated to treat crew members with respect. No crew member may be subjected to any form of abuse, including sexual or any other kind, by the Charterer or their guests during the rental period.
14.6. Unless otherwise agreed, smoking is permitted only on the exterior platforms of the Boat, in areas designated by the Captain.
14.7. The Captain is obligated to immediately inform the Charterer of any violations of rules by the Charterer or their guests. If such behavior continues after a warning, the Captain must notify the Owner. In this case, the Owner reserves the right to unilaterally terminate the rental agreement as per Article 8 of these Terms.
14.8. If the Charterer or any of their guests commits a criminal offense according to the laws or regulations of any country against any crew member, resulting in detention, punishment, or arrest, or if the Boat is seized, detained, or penalized, the Charterer must cover all potential costs or damages for the Owner. In this situation, the Owner reserves the right to unilaterally terminate the contract extrajudicially.
14.9. The storage and use of illegal substances or drugs on the Boat is strictly prohibited. Violation of this rule will be considered grounds for the immediate unilateral termination of the rental agreement by the Owner without any refund to the Charterer.
14.10. A blocked toilet due to the fault of any crew member, including the Captain or the Charterer’s guests, will result in a penalty of €300 per blocked toilet, deducted from the security deposit.
14.11. To avoid cleaning charges at double the rate, refrigerators and freezers must be emptied of food, garbage disposed of, and dishes cleaned.
14.12. The operation of the Boat by the Charterer, Captain, as well as other crew members and guests, must comply with the recommendations of the equipment manufacturers and the Boat manufacturer.
14.13. Upon the Charterer’s request, the Owner shall provide instructions and guidelines for the Boat and its equipment.
14.14. The Charterer is prohibited from using the Boat in sustained winds exceeding 27 knots and sea conditions greater than 6 on the Beaufort scale.
Article 15. Transfer of Rights Under the Agreement
The Charterer is not entitled to transfer their rights and obligations under the rental agreement to a third party or transfer the Boat or any of its parts without the written consent of the Owner and under the Owner’s terms.
Article 16. Sale of the Boat
The Owner commits not to sell the Boat during the rental agreement period.
Article 17. Insurance
17.1. During the rental agreement period, the Owner is obligated to insure the Boat against typical risks for vessels of its size, value, and type, with an insurance policy standard no lower than the Institute Yacht Clauses 1.11.85 or other commonly accepted terms. This insurance should cover liability towards third parties, individuals engaged in water-skiing, and liability towards the Charterer or their authorized representatives when using water-sports equipment, including but not limited to: scooters, similar motorized equipment, equipment designed for windsurfing, kayaks, motorboats, catamarans, and other water-sports equipment transported on the Boat.
17.2. The insurance should also cover risks during periods of war, strikes, environmental pollution, and include crew insurance against injuries and/or liability to third parties while performing their duties. The Charterer is responsible for any damage, loss, or actions resulting from the actions/inactions of the Charterer or their guests, which are not covered by the Owner’s insurance.
17.3. The insurance terms, including the level of the Owner’s liability, must be appropriate for the Boat’s size, value, and type. Upon the Charterer’s request, the Owner is obligated to provide access to all copies of valid insurance contracts before the rental period begins, and these will be made available on the Boat.
17.4. The Charterer must have separate insurance for personal property on the Boat or ashore, medical insurance, and accident insurance, including first aid and evacuation services.
17.5. The Charterer must acknowledge that the cost of their insurance, as well as insurance against non-conclusion or premature termination of the contract, is not included in the rental agreement.
17.6. The Owner confirms that the Yacht-Pool FairCharter-Contract rules and agreements will apply in addition to these charter rules. In the case of any discrepancies between these Charter Rules and the Yacht-Pool FairCharter-Contract, the Owner and Charterer must adhere to the Yacht-Pool FairCharter-Contract.
Article 18. Deposit Insurance
18.1. Unless otherwise specified in the rental agreement, the Charterer shall make a deposit insurance payment prior to the start of the rental period. The deposit insurance serves as a guarantee for the fulfillment of the Charterer’s obligations under this Agreement. If the Owner has no claims on the deposit insurance and provides written confirmation of this upon the return of the Boat at the end of the rental period, the deposit shall be returned to the Charterer without any deductions on the first working day after the rental period or after all necessary issues are resolved.
18.2. If the Charterer paid the deposit insurance by credit card, the timing for the return of the deposit to the Charterer is determined by the banks of both the Owner and the Charterer, provided that the Owner completes all necessary actions to expedite the return of the deposit to the Charterer.
18.3. If the Charterer paid the deposit insurance using a credit card, the Owner shall instruct the bank to return the funds within two days after the end of the Boat rental period.
18.4. By paying the deposit insurance by credit or debit card, the Charterer automatically agrees that the amount or part thereof may be transferred to the Owner to cover potential damages, losses, or malfunctions caused by the Charterer.
18.5. The Charterer, when paying the deposit insurance by credit or debit card, automatically agrees to an additional 3.5% charge to cover bank commission fees, in case the deposit is withheld.
18.6. The Charterer is required to provide the Owner with a copy of the front side of the bank card containing the deposit insurance before the rental period begins.
18.7. The Boat Owner commits to safeguarding all information obtained from the Charterer concerning the deposit insurance and shall not disclose it to third parties, except as required by the banks of the Owner and/or Charterer.
18.8. Upon receiving all or part of the deposit insurance amount, the Owner is required to issue the Charterer an invoice and/or receipt.
18.9. The calculation for the deposit insurance amount is based on the official rates of service providers, boat equipment distributors, and the Owner’s service rate per hour. The amount retained from the Charterer is further increased by 10% to cover ongoing operational costs, material purchases, and organization of service work.
18.10. If, during the rental agreement period, the Owner suffers damages amounting to 85%-100% of the deposit insurance due to the Charterer’s fault, the Charterer is required to make a new deposit insurance payment in full or in the necessary part to reach 100%. Should the Charterer refuse to pay the new deposit insurance or the portion needed to reach 100%, the Owner has the right to unilaterally terminate the agreement out of court. This provision applies if, during the rental period, the Boat suffers damages due to the Charterer’s fault, rendering the Boat unusable without repair, with repair costs covered by the deposit insurance, and further chartering necessitates an increased reserve amount for servicing.
18.11. The Charterer may pay the deposit insurance directly to the Owner. The deposit insurance amount is determined by the Boat Owner and specified in the invoice.
18.12. The deposit insurance (Damage Waiver) consists of two equal parts: a non-refundable and a refundable part. The non-refundable part represents the Owner’s insurance premium, while the refundable part serves to cover minor damages and an empty fuel tank.
Article 19. Revenues During Boat Rental
All revenues that may be obtained during the rental period from potential discoveries of abandoned boats, rescuing boats in distress, or towing must be divided equally between the Owner and the Charterer.
Article 20. Complaints
20.1. In the event of complaints, the Charterer is obligated to inform the Owner of their dissatisfaction, and the complaint must be recorded in the ship’s log, with the date, time, and reason specified.
20.2. If the issue cannot be resolved on board, the Charterer must inform the Owner within 24 hours of the incident, provided communication is available. The complaint may initially be made verbally and should then be documented in writing as soon as possible, with stated reasons for the complaint.
Article 21. Force Majeure
In circumstances of force majeure that result in a malfunction or breakdown of any mechanism, the Charterer or their representative is required to provide a detailed technical report, including, if necessary, a copy of the ship’s log, along with all relevant certificates, evidence, photo, and video materials.
Article 22. Court and Applicable Laws
The local laws of the country where the vessel is chartered shall govern the legal relations between the Owner and the Charterer under the rental agreement and/or according to these Rules, including, but not limited to, matters concerning the non-conclusion and/or termination of the rental agreement. The law of the Owner’s home country shall apply. In the event of disputes that cannot be resolved amicably, they shall be settled before the competent and appropriate court in the Owner’s home country in accordance with the procedural laws of the Owner’s home country.
Article 23. Contract Termination Procedure and Notifications
23.1. Unilateral termination of the rental agreement is executed by sending a termination notice (in the native or English language) to the other party. The agreement is considered terminated once the other party receives the notice. The Charterer has the right to deliver the termination notice to the Owner’s representative or send it to the Owner by mail.
23.2. Termination of the rental agreement at the Owner’s initiative is executed by delivering the termination notice to the Charterer and/or by sending it via mail.
23.2.1. When sending the notice by mail, it must be sent as a registered letter with acknowledgment of receipt and a description of the contents. The notice is considered received upon delivery or 20 working days from the date of sending, whichever occurs earlier.
23.2.2. When sending the notice by telegram, it is considered received upon delivery or 10 days from the date of sending, whichever occurs earlier.
23.3. From the moment the Owner and/or the Charterer sends a termination notice, the Charterer is no longer permitted to be on board or use any devices and/or equipment. The Owner may use the vessel at their discretion.
23.4. All notices or requests from either party must be in writing and are deemed valid if they have been paid for at the time of sending and sent to the correct address of the Owner, as specified in the rental agreement, or to the correct address of the Charterer, as listed in the agreement.
Article 24. Service Report
Upon returning the vessel to its designated return port, the parties sign a Service Report, which, referring to the agreement, states whether or not there are any mutual claims. Signing the report without any noted claims waives the respective party’s right to raise or express any further claims under or in connection with the agreement. If any claims exist, the parties will specify a deadline for their resolution.