Charter Terms & Conditions

Spirit of Darwin Terms and conditions for  sunset cruise and dinner cruises on Darwin Harbour.
Deposit & Progress payments
A minimum deposit of 30% for charter fee is required; payment is accepted by credit card (2% fee), direct deposit or cash by arrangement. Deposit is non-refundable. Balance of all money due 14 days prior to scheduled cruise date. Including but not limited to; Charter of vessel Bar tab Catering
Final numbers must be confirmed no later than 14 days prior to scheduled cruise date in writing; all charges apply to final numbers. Additional numbers after this time will be charged at agreed fees.

Catering Charterer to provide; Final numbers Dietary requirements All catering options to be disclosed prior to cruise date. Self-catering using Spirit cook and or equipment additional fees apply. Final Payment No later than 14 days prior to scheduled cruise date in writing, all charges apply to final numbers. Additional numbers after this time will be charged at agreed fees.

Bar Tab Charterer to provide; Value Inclusions and exclusions Duration Nominated person has sole authority to increase tab if required and responsible to finalise increased tab payment at conclusion of cruise. Responsible service of alcohol guidelines strictly adhere, service will be refused on these grounds. Final payment of 50% agreed bar tab No later than 14 days prior to scheduled cruise date, in the event a portion of the 50%of the bar tab is unspent no refund will be given.

Decorating All decorating to be confirmed in writing no later than 14 days prior to scheduled cruise date. One hour prior to boarding cruise is available for decorating at no fee. Additional time can be arranged for decorating at $80 per hour or part thereof.

Private  Boat Charters terms and conditions
Cancellation
Cancellation by charterer Deposit is non refund 14 days cancellation notice or less of charter of vessel no refund. 14 days cancellation notice or less of catering no refund. 14 days cancellation notice or less of bar tab no refund.
Cancellation by Spirit of Darwin Spirit of Darwin reserves the sole right to cancel cruise due to weather or other unforeseen circumstance. In this case alternative date will be offered where possible where no alternative date is available a full refund will be given including catering. Spirit of Darwin reserves the sole right to cancel and or shorten cruise duration due to behaviour, intoxication or non-compliance. Disembarking at the nearest suitable and safe location.

Damages and Cleaning The charterer shall be charged in respect of any loss, damage or excessive cleaning to the vessel or its equipment or fittings howsoever caused by members of the charterer’s group, fair cleaning, wear and tear accepted. Spirit of Darwin and crew take all care but no responsibility for any personal or commercial items brought aboard the vessel.

Indemnity The Charterer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless ‘Sprit of Darwin harbour Cruises’, its agents and employees, from and against any and all losses, claims, actions, costs, expenses, fees, damages, fines and liabilities (including reasonable legal fees) caused by any negligent act or omission by ‘Spirit of Darwin Harbour Cruises’ or members of the Charterer’s group. The Operator is not liable for any death, loss, damage or injury to any person or property which occurs and is attributable to or associated with: Failure to follow any reasonable direction given by the master or crew; Failure to comply with any of these terms or conditions; Failure to comply with any warning sign; Unreasonable or unsafe behaviour; Wilful misuse of the equipment or facilities of the vessel; Intoxication or the use of prohibited drugs.

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