Choose the Service Level that you like.

1. Crewed Charter
Includes the services of a dedicated captain and chef/hostess and all the catering you can wish for. Together with the skipper, you decide on an itinerary and you can choose to be as lazy or active as you like, from never leaving the netting with your book to sailing the boat all by yourself. The skipper knows all the good places to go and the best time to be there. You don't need to worry about the cleaning, the cooking and the safety of the yacht. Faraway offers different kind of yachts as crewed charter, the charter rates reflecting the level of luxury and style you can expect on the yacht. In all cases crewed charter yachts make perfect sailing holidays!

2. Bareboat Charter
You skipper the yacht all by yourself and also take care of the catering, the cooking and the cleaning. Many bareboat yachts can be supplied with standard catering when you arrive here, or alternatively you can ask for a specific shopping list of goods to be supplied at your arrival. Before you take off, you will receive an extensive boat and area briefing, and in some cases someone comes along for the first day to help you familiarize with sailing the yacht. In order to be able to charter bareboat, you need to give us proof of adequate sailing experience and qualifications beforehand.

3. Bareboat Charter with Engineer/guide
You are the skipper of the yacht and an engineer is on board to help you with all mechanical aspects of the yacht (checking oil, water, running systems and fixing problems on the spot). The engineer also knows how to sail the boat and will happily act as your guide, knowing the cruising grounds, best anchorages, snorkelling spots, restaurants, etc.. Some yachts only go out with an engineer, and can not be chartered fully bareboat. The charter rates are lower than a fully crewed charter and the guests pay all the extra expenses. These would be provisions (including enough for the engineer), fuel, water, marina fees, etc. Also, you prepare the meals and look after your cabins and the cleaning of the yacht. This might be a good choice for those that want to eat ashore frequently and don't need the personal service that a fully crewed charter includes. You need adequate sailing experience and qualifications to charter bareboat with engineer.

4. Luxury Charter
Luxury charters are offered by specialised top range sailing and power yachts. Not only do they have a dedicated captain and chef, but also there is a larger staff looking after your needs and wishes and sailing and maintaining the yacht. Often there will be several hosts/hostesses, a dive master, a masseuse, a sailing master, and one or more deck hands. The yachts are large and your cabin will be a roomy private en-suite cabin with all the comfort and often you find luxury items like a hair dryer, or private bath robe. You can think of a luxury charter as "a floating resort". The charter rates reflect the high service level and the size of the yacht.

Other Options
We can design a trip to meet any special requirements or requests. Here are just a few examples:

- Honeymoon and Wedding Trips
- Re-union of friends or family
- Wedding anniversaries or other anniversaries
- Corporate Events or Incentive trips
- Team building or management training
- Diving courses
- Special Diets
- On board massage

With regard to the catering: we will do everything to accommodate your personal dietary requirements. Vegetarian menus are no problem and will delight everyone, not just the vegetarians!

The most important thing is to get in touch with us as soon as possible and communicate your special wishes early. With enough warning, most things are possible.

Related FAQ's or links:
- How do I book a charter yacht?
- Enquiry Form