Price from:
3400 USD
Book a daytime private charter for up to 30 guests aboard the historic sailing yacht Ventura.
Duration
2 Hours
About
Our daytime private charters are available starting at 9am every day with a return to the dock no later than 5pm, and timing will depend on our current availability and booking schedule.
The price is valid for a two hour charter of Ventura and allows guests to provide their own food and drinks with a Ventura server included. Add a third hour for an additional $1,450. Looking for a no-hassle experience? Simply select how many guests will be aboard and we will handle the food and beverage for you. A food menu will be emailed to you for you to make selections or you will be put in direct contact with one of our private chefs if you choose that option.
A recommended gratuity is only included if you select that option during checkout. Gratuities can also be handled separately leading up to your charter.
Contact us to customize your charter and learn about our food and beverage packages.
**Please note that after booking, you will be contacted to confirm the details and time of your charter**
Booking Notes
#More Information
Thank you for booking a charter aboard Ventura! Your charter fees go directly to the preservation and maintenance of this nationally-significant American sailing vessel.
Please note our new location in Chelsea Piers!
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Please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to your charter to begin the boarding process. If you are bringing food and/or beverages aboard for your private charter, please email ventura@sailnewyork.com to coordinate that drop-off or simply arrive 30 minutes before your charter time so our crew can assist you.
Keep in mind that gratuity may not be included in your charter price. Please reach out to ventura@sailnewyork.com or discuss gratuities with your captain on the day of your charter if you haven't already done so.
By confirming your charter aboard Ventura, you agree to following terms and conditions:
##Weather Policy
If the weather is too bad to sail (a complete rain out or stormy/hazardous weather), we will work with you to reschedule your sail to another day or time. In some cases, we may delay your sail by up to 90 minutes to wait for a weather system to pass. If we cancel your sail due to weather and you are unable to reschedule your sail, you will receive a refund. Weather cancellations are determined only by the captain of the vessel.
##Reschedule and Cancellation Policy
We offer a no-fee reschedule policy if a charter needs to be canceled due to bad weather. Customers will receive a reschedule or credit for a future sail in case of operator cancellation due to foul weather or other unforeseen circumstances. Contact us by phone to cancel or inquire about a cancellation. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Ventura can sail rain or shine and offers sheltered cabin space and emergency rain gear for all passengers. Charter clients may also choose to reschedule their sail in case of rain. The following terms and fees apply if the client chooses to reschedule: Rescheduling a charter date incurs a 25% fee if done more than 21 business days in advance, a 50% fee if done between 21 and 14 business days of the event and a 75% fee if done within 14 and 3 business days of the event. Rescheduling within 3 business days of the event is non-refundable. Rescheduling Fees are collected upon the agreement of the new charter date.
Ventura will refund 75% of the total charter amount if canceled 21 business days in advance of the charter date. Ventura will refund 50% of the total charter amount if canceled between 21 and 14 business days in advance of the charter date. Cancelations within 14 business days of the event are non-refundable.
##Operator Cancellation
For safety reasons, Ventura reserves the right to cancel your charter at any time due to severe weather conditions or a mechanical failure. In such an event, your sail will be rescheduled, at no additional charge, to a mutually available date. Severe weather is determined solely by the Captain of the vessel.
##Payment Terms
Charter reservations are only confirmed if a deposit or payment in full has been made. Any charters with remaining balances will be charged in full on the credit card on file two weeks in advance of the charter date.
A minimum gratuity of 10% applies to all charters and will be charged to the card on file if the gratuity portion of the total is not included in the final payment. In the event a good faith cash gratuity is not given to the Ventura staff, a 10% gratuity will be charged to the card on file.
##Substance Abuse
The use of illegal substances is forbidden on board the vessel, as is underage use of alcohol and tobacco. Violating this rule will terminate the charter and there will be no refund. For charter guests bringing their own food and drinks aboard, any hard liquor or cocktails must be served by Ventura staff only.
Sail Charter NYC, LLC, at its sole discretion, can decide to cancel any charter early and return to the dock if a guest or guests become intoxicated to the point of becoming a hazard to themselves or others. No refunds will be given in this circumstance.
##Risks
By chartering a sail, you acknowledge that at marinas and aboard sailboats there is an inherent risk of personal injury or accident. You agree to release and hold harmless Sail Charter NYC, LLC, its owners, and employees from liability and responsibility for personal injury, property damage, or wrongful death, however caused, including but not limited to product defect or the negligence of the released parties.
You have discussed the risks with your invitees and they agree to release and hold harmless the owners and employees of Sail Charter NYC, LLC in the same manner as stated in the above paragraph. Notwithstanding the aforesaid, you agree to hold harmless and indemnify the owners and employees of Sail Charter NYC, LLC from any claims brought by your invitees.
##Medical
If medical treatment is necessary for you or your invitees, you will be fully responsible for paying such expenses. Authority without limitation is granted to Sail Charter NYC, LLC and it assigns in all medical matters to hospitalize and treat you and your invitees.
##Disputes
All disputes shall be governed by Federal Maritime Law. In any action against Sail Charter NYC, LLC, its owners, or employees, which results in a decision, judgment, decree, order, stipulation, or settlement that substantially upholds the Sail Charter NYC, LLC position, the adversary party shall reimburse Sail Charter NYC, LLC attorney’s fees, court costs, and expenses.
