How To Choose the Right Boat Rental Service

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The extent to which you can organize an amazing trip on the water relies greatly if you partner with a trustworthy boat hire company. A trip to the sea with Gone Sailing Adventures is a guarantee of a hassle-free booking and a fantastic boating experience for a fun group outing, a romantic cruise for couples, or a corporate celebration. In Toronto, the trend of people going on the lake has greatly increased for both the locals and the visitors, therefore there is a need for the services of a reliable, efficient, and elegant boat rental to meet this demand. For most clients, the question is “So how do you make the right boat rental choices?” . Some of the factors to consider when selecting a boat rental service for clients looking for a yacht rental Toronto are:

Establish your main boating goals

before you start looking for boat rental service providers, it is important to have a clear understanding of the nature of experience you desire. You need to figure out if you want a boat experience that is suitable for the whole family, a bachelorette party, or a sunset cruise, as this helps you connect with companies that specialize in the kind of trip you want to go on. At Gone Sailing Adventures we offer not only beautiful yacht charters that are tailor-made for big and small groups but also personalized sailing lessons and boating experiences that are designed to make the clients feel special and create unique water-vacation memories. By knowing what you want, it will be easier for you to select the right boat rental service agency.

Consider the boat size and type

When sailing with Gone Sailing Adventures, you can choose from a wide variety of different types and sizes of boats. Our collection spans from fancy yachts to small motorboats and catamarans, which also differ in aspects of comfort, amenities, and prices. For instance, we recommend 3 to 6-passenger sailboats for cozy family gatherings and 20+ passenger yachts for corporate events. Other than booking services, we also provide the consultation assistance to help the clients pick the right vessel.

Inquire about boating company’s expertise and reviews 

safety and honesty should never be your bargaining chip when looking for a boat rental company for your sailing adventure. Customers should ensure that their service providers are licensed and insured by the appropriate marine authorities. Customers can also trust the online reviews for the opinions of the customers. Such feedback is usually posted on sites like TripAdvisor, Yelp, and Google. At Gone Sailing Adventures we provide the best customer service, guarantee safety and offer the most professional services making us most trusted and reliable boat rental company by the public. The positive feedback from our customers acts as a proof of our dedication to the highest standards of service and customer satisfaction.

Inquire what is needed before booking boat rental services

Boat rental prices largely rely on what services and products are being provided. Therefore, when looking for a suitable boating experience for your budget, you should ask about;

    1. Fuel charges
    2. The availability of professional crew members 
    3. BYOB or catering rules and regulations
    4. Equipment such as sound systems, water toys, and towels

Gone Sailing Adventures offers various pricing plans for several packages, thereby being one of the most accessible and reliable boat rental companies in the market. Some of the additional services that have been incorporated into the luxury package are gourmet catering, soft drinks, and a licensed captain who takes over the responsibility so that the guests have a wonderful time on the water without any worry.

Consider the maintenance and safety standards

We encourage clients to prioritize their safety when enjoying their overwater experience It is essential to know if the firm performs a safety check as well as maintenance on a rental yacht on a regular basis. In addition to that, you should find out about the training and certification of the crew specifically for the emergency situations. At Gone Sailing Adventure we put a lot of emphasis on the routine check of boats and hires only the most professional and experienced crew. Our focus is ensuring peace of mind for all our guests. Particularly those new to the yacht rental experience. 

Consider pricing transparency

While numerous companies guarantee a transparent pricing policy, most come with hidden expenses for the clients. These hidden costs often affect clients’ peace of mind. However, at Gone Sailing Adventures, we offer clients with clear pricing and quotes that do not cause them unnecessary headaches. 

Consider a boat rental company’s access and location 

It is advisable to choose a boat rental company that works from an easily accessible site. Over-the-water sightseeing businesses need to be situated where they have good dock access, effective parking and are close to major towns. These location benefits turn into comfort and simple accessibility for customers. Gone Sailing Adventures is situated in a Toronto waterfront that is easily accessible this makes it easier for our customers to do booking and use our facilities.

Selecting the right boat rental services should not be a difficult move

We encourage both our potential and returning clients to ask the right questions, understand their vision of the experience they desire, and determine the nature of the company they want to work with. Gone Sailing Adventures is most effective and highly trusted yacht rental company in Toronto. Our customer-friendly approach and professional team make our company the top choice of clients who are looking for a luxury sailing experience.

Let the journey begin, a world of adventures, relaxation, and memories awaits!

YOUR SAFETY IS AT RISK

When considering chartering a yacht in Canada, we know you have many options. Some of these options look super exciting and at ridiculously great prices. Recent trends in the industry have opened the door for many unqualified individuals to purchase boats and offer charter services to the unsuspecting public. It’s easy to create a website and even easier to just list a boat on sites such as Facebook Marketplace, Kijiji, Getmyboat, Boat Setter and many others.

Unfortunately, many of these operators are NOT licensed, insured or qualified to accept your trust on the water.

In order to be licensed and insured a number of items MUST be in place. Listed are just a few.

  • The operator must be licensed by Transport Canada with a commercial license known as either:
    – Limited Master under 60tonne.
    – Small Vessel Operators Permit (SVOP).
  • The name of the vessel must be visible on the stern (back) or the registration number beginning with the letter “C” must be visible on the side of the vessel near the front. Boats with a registration number beginning with “ON” are not licensed for passengers.
  • If the vessel is under 12m (40’) it should participate in the Transport Canada Small Vessel Compliance Program and display a “Blue Decal” and have corresponding certificate.
  • If the vessel is over 12m (40’) or carries more than 12 passengers, it MUST BE INSPECTED by Transport Canada and have an inspection certificate on board.
  • All vessels must have commercial liability insurance and coverage specifically for the number of passengers approved to be carried on board.
  • The vessel must comply with commercial safety requirements beyond recreational standards. Many of these illegal operators do not have the proper training, carry proper safety equipment, nor do their recreational boats meet the design/construction requirements of a commercial, passenger carrying vessel. These illegal operators try to stay under the radar of Police/OPP/RCMP/Transport Canada by:
  • hiding the name of their vessel by hanging items over the stern
  • not letting you know where they will have you board until just before the start of your charter.
  • pick you up at a public park (where docking is not permitted).
  • suggest to you that you are friends of the owner/operator out for a ride and not a paying customer.
  • allow you to drink alcohol while the boat is underway (illegal-same as a car) but tell you to hide your bottles etc.
  • insist on a cash transaction or part of it as a way of defrauding the internet listing company.
  • Make you sign a “Charter Agreement” just before you board without giving you details of the document beforehand.

    Over the last few years there have been a number of deaths and even more accidents resulting from these types of operators. Be safe and know who you are getting on a boat with. All licensed operators should willingly display their credentials, and most are members of the Passenger & Commercial Vessel Association (PCVA).

    Link to Global News Report on Charter Accidents

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Know before you Go!