FAQ: Yacht rental
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- How long can I rent a yacht?
- How much does it cost to rent a yacht?
- What requirements must I fulfil to be able to rent a yacht?
- What kind of sailing licence does one need for renting a yacht?
- Are the yachts supplied fully fuelled?
- Where is the yacht collected?
- Where will the yacht be returned?
- Who is my onsite contact person?
- How is the payment for the yacht rental processed?
- How is the yacht insured during the rental period?
- How high is the deposit?
- What costs are there in the case of cancellation?
- Can I stay on the yacht overnight?
- Can I also cancel a reservation by fax or telephone?
- Is rental of the yacht mandatory?
How long can I rent a yacht?
- the shortest rental period is half a day from mornings 9 am - 1 pm or afternoons 2 pm – 6 pm
- a whole day from mornings 9 am to evenings 6 pm
- a weekend is from Saturday 9 am to Sunday 6 pm
- a week consists of seven days from the first day in the morning 9 am to the last seventh day in the evening 6 pm
- from a rental of 25 days you will receive special conditions
How much does it cost to rent a yacht?
|
Yacht Bianca |
Yacht Freedom |
Yacht Baby Blue |
Yacht Relax |
| Rental price ½ day (per day) |
900.00 SFr 600.00 € |
400.00 SFr 280.00 € |
300.00 SFr 210.00 € |
400.00 SFr 280.00 € |
| Rental price 1 day |
1.500.00 SFr 1.000.00 € |
700.00 SFr 460.00 € |
600.00 SFr 410.00 € |
700.00 SFr 460.00 € |
| Rental price from 2 days onwards (per day) |
1.400.00 SFr 930.00 € |
620.00 SFr 420.00 € |
520.00 SFr 360.00 € |
620.00 SFr 420.00 € |
| Rental price 1 week (per day) |
1.300.00 SFr 870.00 € |
550.00 SFr 375.00 € |
450.00 SFr 310.00 € |
550.00 SFr 375.00 € |
| Rental price 1 month (per day) |
1.000.00 SFr 680.00 € |
450.00 SFr 310.00 € |
350.00 SFr 240.00 € |
450.00 SFr 310.00 € |
- Rental price of weekend applies to rentals from Saturday to Sunday per day
- Rental price per week applies from seven days’ rental period per day at a stretch
- Rental price per month applies from 25 days rental period at a stretch
What requirements must I fulfil to be able to rent a yacht?
- minimum age 20 years old
- hold a valid motor licence (skipper’s ticket)
- The skipper is responsible for the whole crew and boat.
What kind of sailing licence does one need for renting a yacht?
- One for operators of pleasure craft in inland waters
- One for operators of pleasure craft on the lake
- Lake Constance Yacht Master
- Every type of certificate for inland waters and lakes for engine driven water craft
Are the yachts supplied fully fuelled?
Yes, the yachts are filled up and the fresh water tank, if available, is filled.
Where is the yacht collected?
Our collection and delivery service is available to you for free at the following ports:
- Locarno Porto regionale di Locarno SA
- Ascona Porto al Segnale
- Brissago
- Porto Ronco (Grodolo)
- Minusio - Mappo
- Tenero - Porto comunale
- Magadino - Bürgerhafen
Where will the yacht be returned?
Our collection and delivery service is available to you for free at the following ports:
- Locarno Porto regionale di Locarno SA
- Ascona Porto al Segnale
- Brissago
- Porto Ronco (Grodolo)
- Minusio - Mappo
- Tenero - Porto comunale
- Magadino - Bürgerhafen
Who is my onsite contact person?
Mr. Raffaele Brusa is your onsite contact person. Mr. Brusa can be contacted on mobile number +41 79 3598189.
How is the payment for the yacht rental processed?
The reservation of a yacht is confirmed within 5 days after receipt of an advance payment in the amount of 20% of the total rental. The remaining rental is due in cash or credit card when the yacht is handed over. If preferred the remaining rental can also be transferred to our account in advance.
For transfers please use the following account:
Credit Suisse 6600 Locarno
Postkonto 80-500-4
IBAN CH27 0483 5038 6884 6100 0
BIC/SWIFT CRESCHZZ66R
How is the yacht insured during the rental period?
The yacht is insured with a comprehensive insurance.
Depending on the yacht, the excess is between 500.00 Swiss Francs (350.00 euros) and 2,000.00 Swiss Francs (1,400.00 euros)
How high is the deposit?
The deposit is to be paid before the beginning of the charter with a credit card or cash.
Depending on the yacht, the deposit is between 500.00 Swiss Francs (350.00 euros) and 2,000.00 Swiss Francs (1,400.00 euros).
What costs are there in the case of cancellation?
After advance payment and booking confirmation have taken place, the advance payment amount is forfeited in the case of all cancellations.
If a cancellation takes place less than 30 days before beginning of the rental, then 50% of the rental amount is due.
If a cancellation takes place less than 21 days before beginning of the rental, then the total rental amount is due.
Can I stay on the yacht overnight?
On yacht "Bianca" an overnight stay is generally possible. The other yachts do not have any facilities for staying overnight. You have to bring covers and any necessary cushions yourself. Without your own cushions and covers an overnight stay is impossible.
Overnight stay is in general only possible in a protected port on a landing intended for this. Overnight stays on berths within and outside the ports is not allowed. Only a few guest spots are available in individual ports on Lake Maggiore. Overnight stays outside Locarno port – Porto regionale di Locarno SA must be booked by telephone beforehand. Mr. Raffaele Brusa is available to you for this purpose.
You will lose insurance protection if you stay overnight in berths within and outside protected ports.
Can I also cancel a reservation by fax or telephone?
- Yes, reservations can be cancelled by telephone on the number +41 91 7921946 or on the mobile number +41 79 3598189. The reservations are confirmed by fax and by sending the advance payment in the amount of 20% of the rental within 5 days the rental contract is confirmed again.
- Yes, reservations can also be cancelled on the fax number +41 91 7510781. The reservations are confirmed by fax and by sending the advance payment in the amount of 20% of the rental amount within 5 days the rental contract is confirmed again.
Is rental of the yacht mandatory?
The rental price is mandatory according to the price table for the respective rental period.
Contact
We would be glad to help you with any questions you may about renting a yacht on Lake Maggiore.
Marco Brusa
E-mail:
(German, English, French, Italian)
Tel: +41 91 7921946
Mob: +41 79 3598189
(Italian, English, German)