What is a yacht delivery skipper?
A yacht delivery skipper is a professional skipper who takes responsibility for sailing a yacht from one location to another on behalf of the yacht owner. A delivery skipper may be hired when an owner has purchased a yacht in another location, needs to relocate their vessel, or does not want to sail the passage themselves.
What yacht delivery services does DC Marine Co. provide?
DC Marine Co. provides professional yacht delivery, yacht relocation, skipper and charter skipper services for sailing yachts and catamarans. Deliveries can be arranged for coastal, offshore and international passages depending on the yacht and proposed route.
Where does DC Marine Co. operate?
DC Marine Co. is based in Cape Town, South Africa, and provides yacht delivery services throughout South Africa, Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean, including routes involving Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Seychelles, Comoros and other destinations. International yacht deliveries may also be considered.
Can you deliver my yacht from Cape Town?
Yes. DC Marine Co. can arrange yacht deliveries departing from Cape Town to suitable destinations in South Africa, Southern Africa, the Indian Ocean and internationally, subject to the yacht, route, season and delivery requirements.
Can you deliver a yacht from another country to South Africa?
Yes. International yacht relocation and delivery can be arranged depending on the vessel, route, weather conditions, timing, crew requirements and relevant regulations.
Do you deliver sailing yachts and catamarans?
Yes. DC Marine Co. can provide delivery and skipper services for a range of sailing yachts and catamarans. Each vessel is assessed individually before a delivery is accepted.
Can you deliver my yacht if I am not onboard?
Yes. A professional yacht delivery can be undertaken without the owner onboard. The exact crew arrangement depends on the vessel, passage, safety requirements and owner’s preferences.
Can I join the delivery?
In many cases, an owner or additional crew member may be able to join a delivery. This depends on the yacht, passage, crew requirements and safety considerations and will be discussed before departure.
How much does a yacht delivery cost?
The cost of a yacht delivery depends on factors including the yacht’s size and type, starting location, destination, distance, route, expected duration, crew requirements, preparation, travel expenses and the complexity of the passage. DC Marine Co. provides individual delivery quotations rather than a single fixed price.
How long does a yacht delivery take?
The duration depends on the distance, yacht’s cruising speed, weather, currents, route, stops and any mechanical or logistical issues encountered during the passage. A delivery estimate can be provided once the yacht and route are known.
Do you provide international yacht deliveries?
Yes. DC Marine Co. considers international yacht delivery and relocation opportunities. International deliveries are assessed individually based on the proposed route, vessel, season, weather, crew and logistical requirements.
Do you provide charter skipper services?
Yes. DC Marine Co. provides professional skipper services for private cruising, charter holidays, yacht repositioning and other sailing requirements, subject to availability and the vessel’s requirements.
Can you help prepare my yacht for a long-distance delivery?
Yes. DC Marine Co. can assist with delivery preparation, including passage planning, provisioning, safety considerations, equipment checks and general logistical preparation.
What information do you need to quote for a yacht delivery?
To provide an initial assessment, we generally need the yacht’s make and model, length, current location, intended destination, preferred departure date, engine and fuel information, number of crew, owner’s requirements and any known mechanical or equipment issues.
How do I book DC Marine Co. for a yacht delivery?
You can contact DC Marine Co. through the website and provide details of your yacht and proposed delivery. We will then discuss the passage requirements and determine whether the delivery is suitable.