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Where can I board ?
- If you have opted for a skippered rental, you can board from the marina of your choice in the Gulf of Saint Tropez or from Pampelonne.
- For a hiring without skipper, embarkations and returns are done from our agency in Port Grimaud.
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How many people are allowed on board?
The number of people able to be on board a rental boat at one time is 12 (including the skipper). However some manufacturers like Jeanneau this number is lower. Don't hesitate to contact us to find out the number of persons approved to be on board.
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Are pets allowed on board?
No, pets are not allowed on board.
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I have not driven a boat for a long time
No problem ! Our team of professionals will accompany you through the marina on your departure and return. Operating the boat will be explained once the contract is established.
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How to book a boat with Top Charter?
If you are sure of your choice, then you can book directly on the site. A calendar allows you to see if the boat is available on the requested date. If it is, you will be asked to provide some information in order to block the boat and prepare the contract. We will be notified automatically.
If you have any questions or need guidance, call us on 04 94 56 35 39 and we will advise you. We can even take care of the booking over the phone;
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How does a charter with Top Charter work without a skipper?
The day before your reservation, you will have received your contract electronically (which you can sign electronically) as well as an e-mail with a link to the digital part of the boat's documentation (official documents, check-in/check-out of the boat).
On the day of booking, you will be able to come and park in the car park near our officesThe pontoon team will have prepared the boat before your arrival (cleaning, pre-checking) to save you time.We will welcome you at our office where we will handle the administrative aspects (signatures, payments, deposit, ancillary equipment) and give you a presentation of the regulatory elements as well as provide you with advice to make your day go smoothly depending on what you want to do.One of our deckhands will guide you to the boat, give you a presentation of the boat and validate with you the check-in. He will then take you to the petrol station where you will take over the controls.In the evening, we will pick you up at the petrol station where our pontoon boaters will wait for you to refuel and take you back to the harbour. He will check out the boat and release the deposit.
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How does the rental with Top Charter with skipper work?
A few days before the trip or the day before, you will have received the rental contract. The service will have been paid for in advance by you, sometimes with an APA for fuel.
On the morning of departure, the skipper will have prepared the boat (cleaning, usual technical checks, drinks/towels kit, options requested).Embarkation will take place either in Port Grimaud or in a port of the Gulf of Saint Tropez according to your request.For embarkations in the Gulf ports, you will be asked for your telephone number and we will give you the name and telephone number of the skipper.As it is not possible to leave a boat waiting at the reception docks, the skipper will call you to check that you are ready to embark, before asking the harbour master's office for authorisation to go to the dock.Once on board, the skipper will familiarise you with the boat for your comfort.On the way back, the skipper will stop at the petrol station (except in case of APA) to fill up with fuel, which you will have to pay directly.He will bring you back to the reception dock at the port of disembarkation.
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What catering services does Top Charter offer on its boats?
We work on demand on the basis of specific quotes. We are limited to cold meals on board the boats.
We have selected caterers who can provide breakfasts, lunches on board from 50 EUR/person (excluding drinks).If you are looking for specific beverages, we can call on specialist wine merchants and supply the owners directly for the wines of the Gulf of Saint Tropez (e.g. Minuty).A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to ensure that requests are met.
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What nautical activities can be practiced when renting a boat?
When you rent a boat with Top Charter, you can practice these nautical activities :
- Snorkeling ;
- Water skiing ;
- Wakeboard ;
- Wakesurfing ;
- Paddle ;
- Towed buoys ;
- Sueblue ;
- Seabob.
We will advise you according to the chosen boats.