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Ready to Start Planning?

We’d love to hear from you — whether you know exactly where you’d like to sail or you’re just starting to explore.

Fill in the form below and one of us (Kelli or Tracy) will be in touch personally.

Prefer to get in touch directly?

Kelli Whitehead
kelli@thecharterlounge.com
+27 71 892 4805

Tracy Whitehead
tracy@thecharterlounge.com
+27 83 376 0890

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes! We work on a commission basis with our suppliers. This means that you get all our help and guidance and absolutely NO EXTRA COST.

  • We have personally connected with numerous charter suppliers around the world. We will scour their fleets to find THE best yacht charter options for you, saving you time and effort.

  • If you’re struggling with where to go and when, we are here to help. Wether you have a destination and no timeline or visa versa, we will help you plan your charter to perfectly suit the experience you wish to have. We take sailing ability and desired activities into account to help you choose the best destination and time of year.

  • Not necessarily. We can arrange both bareboat charters (where you skipper the boat yourself) and skippered charters (where a professional skipper handles the sailing for you). We’ll guide you to the right option based on your comfort level and experience.

  • This can vary slightly depending on the boat and location, but we’ll always give you a clear breakdown. Typically, the base price includes the yacht rental, insurance, and basic equipment. Extras like fuel, a skipper or hostess, provisions, and tourist taxes are usually additional — we’ll walk you through it all.

  • We do not offer flight reservations as part of our service. However, we can put you in touch with our trusted travel agent to organise this part of your holiday for you.

  • For peak seasons like June to September, we recommend booking at least 6–9 months ahead for the best choice of boats. Last-minute charters are sometimes possible, but planning early gives you more flexibility and peace of mind.

  • Absolutely. Sailing holidays can be a brilliant adventure for families. We’ll recommend family-friendly boats and destinations, and offer tips on what to bring and how to keep everyone safe and happy on board.

  • We will give you a packing list with all the things we have discovered to make yacht chartering as comfortable as possible. If you have any questions while you pack, we’re always just a message away.

  • Absolutely not. We have access to thousands of charter options ranging in price, size and luxury. If you give us a budget, we will do our best to find you a yacht to suit your needs.