Your day charter includes:

• Exclusive charter of world class 43ft game boat, highly professional captain (20 years exp) and crewman
• All quality fishing tackle & equipment
• Airconditioned comfort
• Morning & afternoon tea, lunch and refreshments

Departure 7.30 am from Cairns Marlin Marina,

Returning 5.00 pm to 5.30 pm.

What to Bring
Anglers need only bring their personal belongings, we supply all fishing tackle & equipment, morning and afternoon tea, lunch, softdrinks, bottled water. On extended overnight charters we supply all meals and beverages including Australian beer and wines.

Recommend the following:
Sun protection including long sleeve fishing shirt, deck shoes, polarized sunglasses, brimmed hat, sunscreen, swimwear. On extended, overnight charters include light spray jacket, light jumper (in winter)and favourtie music.

Top Shot is a 43 foot O’Brien fly bridge cruiser, powered by twin 450hp C series Cummins diesel engines.

With a top speed of 30 knots and cruise speed of 22 knots, she is well known for her excellent sea handling capabilities and with a dry and stable ride, she sets a benchmark for craft in her class. She is a fine fishing platform, with a wide, spacious and uncluttered Cockpit area allowing ample swing room for anglers, game chair and deckhand’s access to tag pole and wire.

Electronic fit out is extensive and includes 2 radios, radar, and 2 navigation systems for pin point accuracy on fishing grounds. Twin Furuno sounders with dual frequency, sea temperature sensors provide state of the art fish-fiding capability.

The air conditioned cabin and saloon plan, affords anglers indoor comforts. A complete view from the saloon invites instant response to any action in the cockpit.

Accommodation forward is four V berths. Lower V forms a double birth. Cabin also includes an additional double and single berth. The saloon has table and surround lounge seating on the port side with another lounge on the starboard side. Separate toilet and shower are housed in the cabin.

Three freezers and two fridges provide excellent refrigeration capabilities. Full galley, water maker, hot and cold water, micro wave, T.V. video, hi-fi radio and CD player are all present for client comfort and satisfaction.

CONFIRMATION OF BOOKINGS
It is essential that all bookings be confirmed by forwarding a holding deposit totalling at least 25% of the total charter cost. We require a further 25% payment 123 days prior to departure making a total of 50% paid at this time. The remaining 50% of the charter cost will be required 63 days prior to departure for all heavy tackle charters and 33 days prior to departure for all light tackle charters.

Bookings made less than 123 days prior to departure are confirmed with a 50% holding deposit and final payment paid 63 days prior to departure on heavy tackle charters and 33 days prior to departure on light tackle charters.

Bookings made less than 33 days prior to departure are to be confirmed with a 50% holding deposit and final payment paid 10 days prior to departure.

Bookings made less than 10 days prior to travel, full payment is required on confirmation of your booking.

PAYMENT
Prices are in Australian Dollars and are subject to change without notice. Preferred overseas payment is by telegraphic transfer directly into our bank account.
Prices may be subject to an excess fuel levy, depending on fuel pricing at time of charter.
Other forms of payment accepted include Cheque (Australian only), Visa, Mastercard, Amex & Diners.

Please Note: As a rule the Telegraphic Transfer offers the best exchange rate. Payment by credit cards will incur a merchant charge 2% Visa, Master, Bank / 3% Amex & Diners (SEE CREDIT CARD AUTHORISATION AT END OF AGREEMENT)

CANCELLATIONS
All cancellations must be advised in writing ie: email, fax or post.
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. In addition to forfeiting your deposit, the following charges also apply:
A total refund less an administration fee of $100 will be made on all charters which are cancelled prior to 123 days before departure.
Cancellations within 123 days of the departure date will only be fully refunded (less the administration fee) if this time can be re-sold.

Every effort is made to re-book this time and due to the heavy bookings for the season we have found that in most cases a refund is returned to the client. Please ensure however you have adequate Travel Insurance, covering the loss of charter deposits and payments should a cancellation be necessary at any time.

With full day charters – 4 days notice must be given in order to receive a full refund (less administration fee). Unfortunately there is no refund offered if cancelled within the 4 days.

TRAVEL INSURANCE
We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance, covering all ground content including your charter, whilst on holiday within Australia. Your travel agent or airline will be able to provide you with the best advice regarding the best cover for your needs. We recommend that your insurance should cover loss of deposit or full payment through any form of cancellation along with loss of baggage, personal items and medical expenses.

THE CHARTER
Our expert skipper and crew will make every effort to ensure fulfilment of your expectations throughout the course of the charter, however the nature of fishing is such that effort and skill is not always reflected in the result. Luck always plays its part. We therefore cannot accept liability if some of your expectations are not fulfilled.

To ensure your safety and that of the vessel and crew, we reserve the right to alter itineraries at any time as a result of marine hazards, extreme weather conditions, mechanical/breakdown or any other circumstance beyond our control.

In the event that the charter is unable to commence due to mechanical failure or circumstances within the control of the Skipper, all monies paid to the charter boats by the charterer will be refunded.
In the event that the charter has commenced and is unable to be completed due to mechanical failure or circumstances within the control of the Skipper, charter fees paid to the charter boats will be refunded pro rate basis.

The Owner, its agents and its insurance underwriters accept no responsibility of liability for accidents, injuries or death due to sportfishing activities or the use of snorkels, masks, or other equipment irrespective of whether the equipment was provided by the Charter Vessel, Charter Booking Agent, or the Charterer. The Charterer warrants that he/she and the passengers are competent in the handling and operation of any such equipment.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Skipper is responsible for your safety and the safety of the vessel and crew during the charter. You must follow the instructions of the skipper and/ or crew at all times. You must also exercise care for your own safety and enjoyment and consideration for others on board the vessel.

you agree to release us from liability for any loss or injury that you may suffer, from whatever cause, including negligence (to the extent permitted by law). You also agree that if you do suffer loss or injury for which liability cannot be excluded at law, our liability to you will be limited to the amount which you paid us for the charter, or providing the charter again.
The law of Queensland, Australia applies to the charter.

Please note: Pets are not allowed onboard.

Terms of booking on this website

Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.

Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.

On departure day, before you commence your trip, you may be required to sign a rental agreement (in the case of boat charters) with the supplier of the vessel. Your rental and use of the vessel will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vessel. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.

While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vessel. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.

Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Booking information
To make a booking, you must complete our no-obligations reservations enquiry form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your enquiry, we will contact you via phone or email, to advise of availability and confirm the final price is correct - and discuss payment options. A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation notice and at this stage the deposit is processed on your credit card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.

Please note we accept Visa and Mastercard and the credit card fees are: 
1) 1.75% for the deposit amount.
2) 1.75% for the balance of payment.

If you are booking via phone, please first make sure you have read the terms and conditions of your selected sailing adventure. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.

Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental, trip or charter services.

Amendments
Please check the terms of each vessel to see whether amendment fees apply. Please also note that for some vessels an amendment is treated as a new booking and the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). In the case of boat rental/yacht charter, if the hire or number of days is increased, an additional deposit may be required, while reduction in rental periods or price may reduce the total, but the deposit amount will remain unchanged.

Vessel Capacity and fitness to charter (for Bareboats only)
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vessel you charter is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of passengers allowed is indicated next to each vessel on this website. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A boat or trip supplier can refuse to hire a vessel to any person who is in their opinion unfit to skipper or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.