Vancouver Island Yacht Charters

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Much has been written about Grand Banks and about the Grand Banks 49 Classic over the years. Grand Banks built 125 of GB49s between 1980 and 1997.

The first impression is that of the classic Grand Banks tricabin “Dependable Diesel Motor Motoryacht,” such as the GB36, GB42 and GB46 classics known to and respected by most yachtsmen, but that impression quicklygives way on closer inspection, to the impression of a small ship.

At 60,000 plus pounds and loaded with 750 hp she is robust, stable and powerful. The semi-displacement hull form, with deep forefoot and full length keel provides stability at rest, economy at displacement speed, protection to running gear and the power to push through surging tidal currents.

She strides waves and powers through a sea with grace and aplomb - such that the crew, however delicate, feels secure, safe, and aboard a well chosen yacht.

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Welcoming to our fleet for the 2018 sailing season, the spacious and well-equipped Bavaria 50 - 'Enchanted'! 

The most comfortable family sail boat with 2 sets of bunkbeds, plus 3 double cabins and 3 heads. 

Fitted with a lazy-jack mainsail, roller furling genoa, optional spinnaker and full enclosure - this boat is ready to Sail BC's beautiful coastline! 

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2019: NEW RAYMARINE INSTRUMENTATION:  RADAR, 9' MFD, AUTOPILOT AIS & VHF

NEW SET OF SAILS (2017)

This yacht is a late 2000 model, - a superb 50 footer with exceptional sailing qualities, due to sharing the same hull as the legendary First 53F5. The yacht offers ease of handling with a fully battened mainsail, lazy jacks and electric halyard winch.  The twin wheels give great access in the cockpit.  This yacht is all about comfort.

A fabulous charter vessel for a group of friends as the accommodation offers space and privacy.

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We are so excited to welcome Hanse 455's 2019 monohull to our fleet just in time for the 2019 Sailing Season! 

"The HANSE 455 has everything you could expect from a perfect cruising yacht. Fast cruising, easy sailing, innovative design". 

B&G navigation equipment including Broadband Radar, AIS and Autopilot - two 9” MultifunctionChart Plotter displays (one at each helm) including a transducer, wind/depth/speed & temperature!

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2019 sailing season welcomes the Bavaria Cruiser 45 "Audrey Rose"

This design boasts the largest boarding platform in her class, (electrically raised and lowered) twin rudders as well as twin wheels.  

This yacht is cavernous below decks. 3 double cabins, 3 heads and showers, all en suite - ideal when wanting a little more privacy.

Loaded with electronics, this is a wonderful cruising boat for friends or family to enjoy our spectacular cruising ground

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One of the popular boat models of Bayliner is the 3888.  This particular boat model is a long range cruiser that is engineered for efficiency. Burning a mere 8 litres per engine per hour/per engine at a cruising speed of 1800RPM.

It offers a classic and elegant profile that conceals a roomy, surprisingly spacious interior with an innovative mid-cabin floor plan - a lower helm, large master stateroom, and two heads.  

The saloon features big windows that provide a panoramic outside view as well as wide side decks.

The forward part of the mid cabin has standing headroom, plus a hanging locker. Alongside this cabin is a large size head and a bathtub that is cleverly shared by both cabins. The large master stateroom features a popular island double berth. This stateroom also has a hanging locker and features its own head. With extra guests aboard, the saloon table drops down and an infill cushion makes yet another double bunk

The swim platform houses a state of the art electric davit system supporting a 12' semi rigid dinghy (with centre console steering) and a 20hp Yamaha outboard. - how cool!

Added creature comforts include an icemaker in the wet bar and a built in electric blender. In 2018 a hard top aft deck was installed and the flybridge has been completely enclosed. 

Cruise the most magnificent coastline in style and comfort - call today to book your time on this very affordable motor boat.

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The Bavaria 43 was nominated for the European Yacht of the Year award in 2009 and it is very easy to see why…

This is a three cabin and two head layout  - WITH A DIFFERENCE.   The forward cabin has a massive 2.10m berth, ensuite head and shower.  The huge aft cabins can be adjusted to be equal in size, one large than the other or the bulkhead can be removed altogether for a palatial aft berth. The aft head has a separate shower stall. 

On deck, it has twin steering wheels, opening up the cockpit for easy access to the large swim platform in the transom. Contoured helm seats add a touch of comfort for the skipper while deep backrests to the cockpit seats lend lumbar support to the crew. She comes fully equipped with bow thruster, radar and fully enclosed cockpit to name a few of her fav features Book to sail this vessel soon  - it’s  all about comfort and class!

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This brand new Lagoon 42 (CIRCA 2017)catamaran has been newly designed from keel to mast.  Taken directly from Lagoon"s website here are just a few of her new design features:

Ergonomic helm station at the coachroof bulkhead, offers:

*direct communication between the cockpit and saloon *improved circulation, forward and aft of the helm station, *direct access to the coachroof for easier access to the boom *composite bimini with a sliding panel to ensure a good view of the sails * closure panel for helm station safety when under way.

Mast further aft offers many advantages on a cruising catamaran:

*a self-tacking genoa for ease of use *a larger foretriangle for a greater choice of downwind sails, *a shorter boom for ease of manoeuvring *mainsail broader near the head, taking advantage of less turbulent wind for a real improvement in performance *re-centring of the weight, which greatly reduces pitching.

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Brand-new and direct from the factory we are very excited to welcome the 2019 Jeanneau sun Odyssey  41.9

Built for speed and manoeuvability, she is very easy to handle.  An ideal sailboat for cruising our spectacular cruising ground

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The Beneteau Oceanis 40 is well thought through below and above deck. This yacht provides comfortable sailing.

The yacht has 3 double cabins. The owner's stateroom has its own ensuite and the saloon converts to an additional double berth. This is a popular yacht for families and groups of friends.

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NEW FULL SET OF SAILS FOR 2017 SEASON - IN MAST FURLING MAIN AND ROLLER FURLING JIB

This well thought out use of interior space and a good hull design makes for comfortable sailing on this 40 footer Beneteau Oceanis.

With accommodation in three double cabins, including ensuite owner's stateroom fw'd and the saloon converting to an additional double makes it a popular boat rental for a family or group of friends.

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Welcome back to the Nanaimo Yacht Charters fleet, the 2008 Dufour 385 - 'Sante'. returns for the 2018 season

Well equipped, dual-helm steering 3 cabin/2 head monohull sporting a lazy jack easy furl mainsail and roller furling genoa creates one of the most comfortable sailing cruisers under 40 feet!

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At last: Speed, comfort and easy handling have come together on board the Hanse 400.
Attention to all aspects of the design and detail both interior and exterior of this fine vessel is unsurpassed.
In addition, since her launch, she has been constantly upgraded with extras to make your time aboard so perfectly comfortable and fun!

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Welcoming another brand new boat to our 2019 charter lineup

Pavana meaning wind in Sanskrit is all about comfort and space.

Incorporating the latest, most innovative technology of the line, the Sun Odyssey 389 has it all. Wide rop down transom and twin wheels, enjoying a sailing holiday aboard is a breeze!

Enjoy our spectacular cruising ground on an equally spectacular sailboat!

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“We must tell our hearts that it is ‘never for ever,’
and be happy that it’s like that…”
—Kate Bush

NEW FOR 2016 SEASON:

The 386 has evolved from the Hunter Legend 37 that set a record for innovation.

A cockpit that could sit many in comfort and a vast deck with many ports, hatches and windows insure that below is bright and airy.

The boat in mast furling main and genoa,full enclosure, top loading fridge and freezer, in addition to plenty of modern electronics are a few of the many features making her an ideal Pacific North West cruising boat

The v-Berth has a vanity with loads of storage. the saloon is bright and roomy. The Galley is expansive with loads of storage; the head can be entered from the salon or privately from the expansive cabin aft

It is designed to accommodate 6 (in 2 private cabins, and the convertible dinette for 2)

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We are excited to welcome the brand-new Beneteau 34’ Swift Trawler, into the charter fleet for the 2018 sailing season.

It is a late 2015 model where one owner has only used 150 hours on the engine and fitted a customized dinghy davit system creating ample deck room throughout the length of the boat. 

The Trawler has been supremely outfitted with air conditioning, an ice maker, generator, bow thruster, stern thruster and dual helm steering truly making this a dreamboat for your cruising holiday!

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This modern designed Catalina 36 is light and airy below decks. Has in mast furling Mainsail and roller furling Genoa, and all the extras in navigation equipment.

It is designed to accommodate 6 (in 2 private cabins, and the convertible dinette for 2) It is fun to sail, responsive and weatherly, and with a rig that is easily handled with a short handed crew.

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"Sun Dance" is all about comfortable Pacific North West Cruising with accommodation for 6.
A fully enclosed fly bridge offering 360 views, as well as a solid sundeck over the cockpit below. A semi rigid inflatable on Seawise Davit system makes gunk holing in the islands a breeze. Fuel consumption is 8 gallons/30 liters per hour at a cruising speed of 8 knots.

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This Beneteau yacht provides a new dimension in luxurious ocean living - balancing sailing power and speed with extraordinary ease of handling. She boasts upgraded electronics for 2018 season

This vessel has classic slab reefing main in a lazy bag system and a roller furling genoa as well as a great deal of extras to make this a very comfortable sailing charter boat. The yacht has good headroom, an exceptionally large head, shower and aft cabin and a detachable full cockpit enclosure for sailing in our off season. A very roomy sailboat for it's size.

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This design vessel displays the best in performance without compromising one inch of interior space.

The fully enclosed cockpit with a drop-leaf table, surrounded by plenty of built-in seating is entertainment ready for your sailing holiday.

The aft master stateroom features a spacious double berth and abundant storage, while the forward cabin offers privacy for another couple.

The U-shaped galley onboard has a two-burner range, electric fridge and deep sink.

The salon offers expansive seating, a drop-down table and a navigation station.

It is the ultimate cruiser in its size range. Call to reserve your week today.

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This design has the feel of some 35 footers down below. An ideal sailboat for a small family, alternatively the double stateroom layout is ideal for those wanting equitable accommodation on a sailing holiday for two couples.
She is solidly built, well balanced and surprisingly fast.

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Designed over 25 years ago, the traditionally styled Catalina 30 remains extremely popular due to its wide and deep hull creating exceptional volume above and below decks, as well as for its stability under sail. It has a balanced rudder, mid-boom (cabin-top) main sheeting and pedestal/ wheel steering.

Another great little boat in our fleet to offer affordable seawise sailing miles for the newly certified sailor.

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UPGRADES FOR 2017 SAILING SEASON:

-NEW YANMAR 3YM20 ENGINE WITH PUSH START BUTTON

-NEW MAIN AND GENOA 

Pronounced saw-muh-LYAY -the French term for a steward in charge of wine. For hundreds of years, Sommeliers were responsible for the cellaring and serving of wine to royalty.

This well-known make of sailboat comes "FULLY LOADED" with many extras to add a little more comfort during your cruise (custom made cockpit cushions, microwave and late model Raymarine navigation equipment to name a few) - whilst still very affordably priced.

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The Catalina 27 is one of the worlds most popular sailboats with over 6,600 manufactured. With an inboard diesel engine, a wheel for steering, and a roller furling Genoa, this boat is very easy and comfortable to sail. She is well balanced and thrives upwind in moderate sea and wind conditions.

There is a generous V berth forward for 2 people with an enclosed head for privacy.  The small galley with a 2 burner stove top make this ideal for new sailors. 

The saloon has a settee port and starboard. Pull up and away the saloon table and with the infill another comfortable double bunk can be made.