Embarkation begins at 17:00 (5 p.m.) on the starting date. The yacht will be delivered cleaned, disinfected, with fresh linens, and with full fuel and water tanks.

The yacht must be returned in the same condition as it was received, with full fuel and water tanks.

It is compulsory to return the yacht to the charter base the evening before disembarkation, no later than 18:00 (6 p.m.), with the final night spent in port.

Please note that the time required for check-in and check-out procedures is included in the charter period.

• During check-in, our base team will thoroughly review all safety equipment and operating procedures, as well as conduct a full technical briefing and inspection of the yacht.

• The same procedure will be repeated at the end of the charter to verify the yacht's condition and its equipment, including:

• Safety equipment

• Cooking and refrigeration systems

• Heads and showers

• Engines

• VHF radio

• All instruments, including GPS

• Charts and pilot books

• Halyards, winches, reefing lines, rigging, and controls

• Anchor system

• Dinghy and engine

• Other onboard systems

This ensures a smooth and safe experience for all charterers.

Elysium Yachts provides full insurance coverage for the vessel throughout the charter period, in compliance with the charter contract terms. The insurance includes coverage for Yacht Hulls, Machinery, and Equipment, as well as Third-Party Liability.

A security deposit (currently €3,500), is required from the charterer at the start of the charter. This serves as the deductible under the yacht insurance policy.

As an alternative, you can purchase Damage Waiver Optino (currently €570). 

Please note: The Damage Waiver optoin is mandatory for skippered charters.

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We strongly recommend that you arrange travel insurance to cover non-refundable deposits in case of unexpected cancellations. Additionally, we advise securing personal travel insurance that explicitly includes sailing activities for your peace of mind.

For E.U. citizens (+ Norway and Switzerland) we can recommend the two following high value insurance packages:

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All charter cancellations must be submitted in writing via email or text message. The following cancellation terms apply:

Boat Charter

• 91 days or more prior to departure: 25% of the total charter price is due.
• 36 to 90 days prior to departure: 50% of the total charter price is due.
• 1 to 35 days prior to departure: 100% of the total charter price is due.

Crew Arrangement

• 15 to 35 days prior to departure: 50% of the total crew fee is due.
• Less than 15 days prior to departure: 100% of the total crew fee is due.

No-Show Cancellation

In the case of a no-show, 100% of all charges, including the charter price, mandatory/optional extras, and crew fees, will be due.

Cancellation Guarantee

If the yacht is re-chartered under the same conditions (period, price, etc.) following a cancellation, Elysium Yachts will refund any cancellation fees, minus a €350 processing fee. Please note this does not apply to no-show cancellations.