Frequently asked Questions
Do I need a boat licence?
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Yes, all of our boats need a licence to operate
Which boat can I take to Fitzroy Island?
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All of our boats can go to Fitzroy, it does depend on things like the weather and the number of people
Do I have to tow and launch the boat?
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No, We will deliver and launch the vessel for you.
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You can also collect and do this yourself
Can I hire overnight?
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Yes you can, this requires a 2 day booking. Our hire day is from 0630 to 1600
Can we leave earlier or come back later?
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We will try to accomodate your needs, it depends on many factors and may not be possible.
Can I pick up the boat the day before?
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This is possible, but not guaranteed
Can I bring the boat back the following day?
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Yes, however you will be charged an additional day.
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Our hire day is from 0630 to 1600
Can we leave from Port Douglas
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Yes, we have a flat $100 delivery and collection rate
Do you rent fishing gear and crab nets?
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We have fishing rods available for hire, Note. we do not provide tackle or have the rods rigged.
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We can provide pre rigged hand lines for free use
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We do not have crab nets for hire
Do you have stinger suits and snorkelling gear?
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Yes we do
Do you have diving gear for hire?
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We do not.
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We are able to fit scuba racks to CHARLIE at n/c
What is your bad weather policy?
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We do not cancel for rain
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It is your responsibility to monitor the weather, we will however cancel and refund your booking,if the winds go over 15 knots if your not comfortable
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We will cancel and refund if it looks to be reaching 20 knots
What about Covid 19?
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If you have pre booked and cannot get to Cairns, due to travel restrictions, we will refund the booking
How many people can I take?
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Tom 5
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Jack 5
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Charlie7
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These numbers are weather dependant and what activity you are doing NOTE: It is illegal to exceed these numbers
Do you supply life jackets?
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Yes we use manual inflate life jackets, we also have kids life jackets available. NOTE: We do not have life jackets for your fur babies