What should I bring along?
- Swimwear and towel.
- Casual clothing, including something warm.
- Deck shoes or non-marking sandshoes.
- A raincoat or wet weather gear if you have any. (Limited available on board)
- Sunglasses, sunscreen, and a good fitting hat.
- Some CDs, if you would prefer to listen to your own music.
- All meals will be provided, though you may dine ashore at your own expense should that opportunity be available. Advise us of any special dietary requirements.
- Please BYO any alcohol. We have limited fridge space, so for day trips, it's a good idea to bring your own eski (Cooler). We can arrange to purchase your alcohol for you if needed. It should be noted that excessive drinking can aide the onset of sea-sickness, and please be considerate to the comfort of fellow passengers.
FOR OVERNIGHT TRIPS
Sleeping Bag, sheet and pillow, or equivalent. (Available on board though please let us know if you require them)
Musical instrument if you play one that isn't the size of a piano, or a cello.
Pack it all in a soft bag...ie. no suitcases please.
Is it possible I'll get seasick?
Moreton Bay is sheltered from the ocean swell by the North Stradbroke and Moreton Islands. It's unlikely that you'll feel seasick, however, there are plenty of seasickness remedies available, with advice, from your chemist. Your skipper advises that you should avoid spicy foods and excessive alcohol on the previous night, and make sure you are well rested. During the charter, drink plenty of water, and avoid foods that may disagree with your stomach.
How do I get to East Coast Marina?
East Coast Marina is our usual pick up point when we are operating in Moreton Bay....generally, September through to May. It is situated on Royal Esplanade at Manly, one of Brisbane's beautiful bayside suburbs. The map below shows you the entrance to the Marina. It is about a 25 minutes from the airport or the city by car or taxi. In the train, take the Cleveland line to Manly station, where it's about 10 minutes walk to the marina. [View Map]
Is there parking available at East Coast Marina?
There is car park at the marina. There is generally car spaces available. Times when you're not likely to get a park are Saturday and Sunday morning, when the weather is good, or a long weekend. (The car park is locked before 7:00AM and after 5:00PM, so I will then need to open the gate for you.) If you find there is no parks available, come into the car park to drop your gear off and then either park in the street, or in the public car park, just to the south of East Coast Marina.
What if the weather is bad on the day of our charter?
Our staff will be monitoring the weather as your charter date approaches. Your skipper will contact you the day prior to the charter if there are weather issues. A charter may be cancelled or postponed at the Skipper's discretion. A full refund of your deposit is applicable if the skipper cancels the trip.
How do I secure a booking?
A 50% of the charter fee is required to secure your charter. The remainder is payable 7days prior to the charter.
