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Chartering a Boat - A few things to think about

If you are thinking of chartering a dive boat for your club or on behalf of a group of friends or just for yourself and buddy, there are a few things you need to think about so that you have a safe and enjoyable day. This is intended to help you make your decisions and choices in an informed way to achieve that end. Don?t forget if you are organising the trip on behalf of others you have a duty of care to make sure it is right.

Q: Where do I find a charter dive boat?
Most people want to plan a dive in relation to a particular port, area or even a specific wreck. You can look at the classified adverts at the back of most of the diving magazines or you can look on the Internet.

Q: How do I decide which boat is right for me?
Having found a boat or two which fit your requirements, the easiest way to start is by having a look at web sites, or you can contact by phone. You will need to ensure the boat you choose matches your requirements for local area, depth and cost. It is also important to check at this stage that the boat you are interested in is Coded.