Costs and Payments
Everything you need to know about Payment Terms, Tips, and more.
Payment terms
For bookings made in Seychelles kindly settle upon arrival on the vessel.
For prebooked charters and superyacht accompaniment - A deposit of 50 per cent of the total charter fee is payable by bank transfer on signature of the MYBA Charter Agreement. The remaining 50 per cent, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance (if the need arises), together with any taxes, delivery/redelivery fees and any additionally agreed charges, is payable by bank transfer before the commencement of the charter., or to be arranged accordingly.
Gratuities: do I tip?
While it is at your discretion, it is customary to tip the Captain and crew at the conclusion of a charter for excellent care and service. As a guide, a gratuity of 10-15% of the base charter fee is considered fair, while exceptional service and attention to detail can warrant a tip of 20% or more, but always at your discretion.
What is included in the rates?
Water, selected food and soft drinks are included in all our excursions and transfers. Requests to be specified.
Marine park fees are included in all our excursions.
Please check the excursions descriptions to know all about our inclusions.
What are all the hidden extras - what will I really end up paying?
We attempt to list the costs up front as completely as possible. However, some costs may change depending on your itinerary and desires.
The major additional cost beyond the base charter fee will be fuel on more than day charter, and will be discussed with yourself.
Please note: The skipper holds civil liability insurance covering individuals under their responsibility, but it does not extend to damages to the boat, neither to individuals behaving outside of the skippers authority.