For a lot of people, it’s the arrival that feels the most unknown.
You’ve booked the boat, you’re looking forward to getting out on the water… but there’s still that small question in the back of your mind:
“What actually happens when we get there?”
In reality, it’s calm, straightforward, and designed to help you feel comfortable before you head out.
When you arrive for your yacht charter, there’s no pressure to head straight out.
We take the time to get you settled first.
You’ll have space to arrive, take everything in, and ease into the experience without feeling rushed. It’s your day on the water, and it starts at your pace.
If you’re still exploring options, you can take a look at our full range of yachts here:
Explore our fleet
https://www.yacht-charter.co.uk/fleet/
Once you’re onboard, you’ll be welcomed and shown around the boat.
This is your chance to:
• Get familiar with the layout
• Work out where everything is
• Start to feel comfortable in the space
It’s a relaxed introduction, not a checklist to rush through.
If you’re new to chartering, you might also want to read more about how it works:
Bareboat vs skippered charters
https://www.yacht-charter.co.uk/bareboat-vs-skippered-charter/
Before you leave the marina, we’ll talk you through the boat and its systems.
We make sure you feel confident with:
• How everything works
• What you need for the day
• Any questions you might have
Nothing is rushed, and there’s always time to go over anything again if needed.
If you’d prefer a more relaxed day without worrying about handling the boat yourself, you can always:
Book a skipper
https://www.yacht-charter.co.uk/skippered-charter/
We’ll also go through the weather and conditions together.
If you’d like guidance, we can help you shape a plan that works for you, whether that’s:
• A relaxed local sail
• Heading somewhere for lunch
• Or simply seeing where the day takes you
It’s all about making sure your plan fits the conditions and what you want from the day.
If you’re looking for inspiration, here are some popular options from Hamble:
Solent sailing destinations
Once everything feels clear and you’re happy, you’re free to head out and enjoy your time on the water.
No pressure. No rush.
Just a smooth, confident start to your trip.
If you’ve been on board and are wondering about doing it yourself next time, it’s probably more straightforward than you think.
Plan your own trip
https://www.yacht-charter.co.uk/
Or if you’re not quite sure what’s right for you:
That’s completely normal, we’ll guide you.
Not our first charter with HPYC, but as usual the staff were extremely efficient ,friendly and helpful. Out yacht (Spirit) was clean and well prepared . I recommend them highly.
The boat was very comfortable, and with good basic provisions (tea, coffee, tea towels etc.). Plus they'd made up the bunk for us which was very nice.
It was a great day thank you for providing such a terrific service and the provision of the experienced Tom at such short notice.
It was a great day thank you for providing such a terrific service and the provision of the experienced Tom at such short notice
Alex many thanks. We had a great charter! Helen
Very well organised, professionally managed, training yacht exceptionally clean and well looked after. The course was challenging and lots of fun.
Boat was amazing, such a fabulous experience. Marina bar was lovely for both drinks and food and a great place to watch the world go by. Local village in walking distance was so quaint and perfect with a number of different pubs in such a short place and everyone was ever so welcoming. Can’t recommend highly enough! Thank you for being so patient in explaining everything and helping make our first experience of using Air BNB so enjoyable.
Excellent service and very well maintained boats Chartered a Southerly 42 from Monday lunchtime to Friday lunchtime and sailed to Yarmouth, Poole, Lymington, Newtown Creek, Bucklers Hard and Cowes. Southern Comfort sails very well and was very comfortable for six grumpy old men. Likely to book again. Hamble Point team very welcoming.
Very efficient and welcoming
Very efficient and welcoming
Our 3rd charter of Nota Bene! Another fantastic long weekend on Nota Bene with the Lads from Sutton Sailing Club. Thanks Matt and Alex we will be back next year , if not before.
Hamble Point Yacht Charters are friendly and efficient
Hamble Point Yacht Charters are friendly and efficient
We had a fantastic day sailing to Cowes and back. We have zero experience but our captain was so patient and gave all of us the experience if a lifetime sailing in the Solent - we can't wait for our next trip!!!!
We had a fantastic day sailing to Cowes and back. We have zero experience but our captain was so patient and gave all of us the experience if a lifetime sailing in the Solent - we can't wait for our next trip!!!!