Frequently asked questions
Valkyrie Charters include: Vessel, Fuel, and USCG licensed Captain. Please feel free to Contact Captain Paul
1. Can we book longer?
We can mostly flexible with times. Summer is very busy on weekends, we have 3 charters on Saturdays, typically 2 on other days.
2. How much for extra time?
If time allows we can extend charters for $500 per hour on weekdays $750 per hour on weekends.
3. Can you take more passengers?
Valkyrie Sailing Catamaran is USCG Certified for 12 passengers max(1 of only about 3 in Sag Harbor). Another 20 or so vessels only legal up to 6 passengers. We can collaborate with other Vessels to accommodate more passengers. Photos are from various locations in Bahamas, Caribbean, and USA, and may not represent current location or capacity.
4. Do you charge for infants?
All children under 12 years of age must wear life jacket at all times, and must be supervised by adults. Price is usually for a private group, and yes all people are counted in the total by the USCG
5. What does the Vessel have?
We have comfortable deck seating including marine bean bags, portable folding seats, and between-hulls-netting. Full marine kitchen, stove, refrigerator, freezer. 4 private cabins with ensuite marine bathrooms. High end marine stereo ($5000 upgrade in 2021!!) - 3 speaker zones, iphone jack, Bluetooth control via iphone, and sirius/xm radio. Be sure to wear comfortable beach attire, soft soled footwear, sunglasses with cord, hat with cord (they blow away), iPhone with play list. Catering Packages available. Or bring your own.
6. What are the payment options?
50% deposit required to hold date - refundable due to inclement weather, or reasonable notice. Balance to be paid before departure. Payment via: Cash Venmo PayPal
7. What about Cancelations, Inclement Weather?
We have flexible rescheduling/Cancelation policy due to inclement weather. Although we make best efforts, we are still subject to Weather, Government Regulations, Boat Maintenance/Failure, Changes in Rules/Regulations, Captain's Health. Any of these situations could result in cancellation/rescheduling of charter for full refund. However, no compensation/losses/actions will be owing to charterer/renter.
8. What is not included?
Parking, transportation to vessel, food/drinks, Water-taxis(if any) and dock fees(if any) are the responsibility of charter guests.
. How much room is there? Can it accommodate my group?
Valkyrie is USCG Engineered for 49 passengers. It is rather a huge platform - 60 feet long and 30 feet wide
In case you haven't found the answer for your question please feel free to Contact Captain Paul