WHY CHARTER WITH COOPER?

At Cooper we make your charter vacation easier and more enjoyable by allowing you to plan and book your vacation online. Cooper has the newest yachts of any charter fleet in Canada which means less down time and more worry-free vacation time for you. Our late model sailing and power yachts come from a selected manufacturers offering you a wide selection. Some yachts are designed and built specifically with chartering in mind - easy to operate, easy to service and maximum accommodations. Others in our collection are more traditional pleasure yachts with less accommodation, but fabulous for smaller groups looking for a little more comfort. When cruising our yachts, they become yours for the holiday; we pride ourselves on not emblazoning them with advertisements.

Our sailing fleet sports features which may include roller furling foresails and mainsails, electric windlasses and fully enclosed cockpits.  Our yachts are as easy to sail as they are fun. The power fleet has a variety of single and twin engine configurations, various bow and stern thrusters, plenty of canvas protection and both displacement and semi-displacement models. Check the details page for each yacht as the wide selection also generates a plethora of equipment combinations.

With the best boats in the business, three great locations and a range of services that smaller companies just can't match, our competitive rates offer the best value. With even better values in the off-season and our one-of-a-kind cruising club and flotillas, we're making boating a pastime for everyone. You also save time and money by coming back to explore different areas of the coast and still having the same professionals handle your boating requirements.

No formal certification is required to charter with Cooper. Qualification is based on experience. If necessary, we can arrange time with a qualified skipper to brush up on your skills. When you're ready to go, we'll help you every step of the way, from planning your vacation to provisioning your yacht. You'll also receive a complete orientation on the boat, as well as advice on gear clothing and other details.

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Charter Times

Your charter day is based on 24 hours, starting with a 10am check-in and ending with a 10am check-out for Charters of 3 days or more. Charters less than 3 days start with a 9am check in and end with 5pm check out. Early Boarding is available the evening prior to your booking for a $99 fee. Please contact the office to schedule an early boarding check in time.

All our charter vessels include a dinghy, VHF radio, stereo, heater, charts and navigation instruments, a fully equipped galley, barbecue, all the coast guard-required safety equipment, and first aid and tool kits. Many yachts are equipped beyond this standard equipment.

Sail farther for less - on trips of 10 days, save 5%, on trips of 14 days or more save 10%. In addition, you can save even more by chartering during our Spring Season (May - June), Late Summer Season (September) or the Off Season (October - March).
 

A cancellation fee of 10% of the charter fee  plus GST is applicable to all bookings cancelled up to 91 days before the charter date. Any cancellations made 90 days or less prior to the start date are ineligable for a refund. We recommend that you purchase medical and travel insurance as appropriate for your peace of mind.
 

A 30% deposit is required to confirm a booking and the balance is due  90 days prior to the start date.  Bookings made within 90 days of departure (varies by yacht selected) must be paid in full.  If you book by phone or online using VISA or MasterCard, you can have your reservation confirmed immediately.

Our boats are insured under a comprehensive policy. Damage deposits are taken to cover the deductibles for various incidents. For additional peace of mind, CharterProtect Package reduces the deductibles on all insured perils. Ask your charter specialist for details.

Please request in advance to ensure availability.
Skipper	starting at $325 per day - $500 per day
A fun, enthusiastic, knowledgeable skipper, who can operate the boat him or herself or assist you as needed, will accompany you for as much or as little of your vacation as you like.
Delivery
On charters of one week or more, we can arrange delivery to and/or from your preferred cruising grounds. Additional charges may apply.
Provisioning
If you wish we can arrange to stock your boat full of food for your boating vacation.   Please contact your booking representative to order provisioning services.
Linens
Included on Gold Fleet charters of 5 or more days for the sleeping cabins only. Extra rentals for the main salon or for charters less than 5 days are subject to $35 per single per week and $50 per double per week.   OFF SEASON CHARTERS IN TROPICAL DESTINATIONS Our crew has been all over the planet and knows how to help you with a tropical boating excursion.  SAIL or POWER, big company or small, multihull or monohull - we know the boats and the venues and can help with planning and organizing your trip.   Our crew carefully researches the venues! We know the locals! We know how to get you there....     Contact Marla for assistance with your tropical destination charter or other adventure.