Travel Smart. Stay Safe. Enjoy Every Moment.
At Astrayachting, your safety, comfort and peace of mind are our top priorities.
We encourage every guest to prepare carefully before departure and to stay informed throughout their journey. A well-planned trip helps create a smooth, enjoyable and unforgettable yachting experience.
Before You Leave Home
Before travelling, we recommend that you:
- Verify that your passport is valid.
- Obtain any necessary visas or travel authorizations.
- Purchase adequate travel and medical insurance.
- Keep copies of important travel documents.
- Share your travel itinerary and emergency contact information with family or friends.
- Save important local emergency numbers before departure.
Prepare For Your Yacht Experience
Take a few moments to familiarize yourself with your yacht and safety procedures.
Our team will provide all necessary information before departure, including:
- Yacht orientation and safety instructions
- Onboard equipment overview
- Emergency procedures
- Destination recommendations
- Local regulations and marina guidelines
Please do not hesitate to ask questions before setting sail.
Stay Safe On The Water
The sea is beautiful but always deserves respect.
For your safety, we recommend:
- Always follow the captain’s instructions.
- Wear appropriate footwear while onboard.
- Stay hydrated throughout the day.
- Use sunscreen and protective clothing.
- Avoid excessive alcohol consumption while sailing.
- Supervise children at all times.
Swimming & Snorkelling Safety
Swimming and snorkelling are among the highlights of any yachting holiday.
Please remember to:
- Never swim alone.
- Wear a life jacket if you are not a confident swimmer.
- Respect local swimming zones and warning signs.
- Be aware of currents, rocks and underwater hazards.
- Never touch coral reefs or marine life.
- Protect the marine environment.
Respect Local Communities
We encourage all guests to travel responsibly and respectfully.
Please help us preserve every destination by:
- Supporting local businesses.
- Following local laws and customs.
- Avoiding littering.
- Protecting marine ecosystems.
- Respecting wildlife and protected areas.
Weather Awareness
Weather conditions can change quickly at sea.
Astrayachting may adjust departure times, routes or itineraries whenever necessary to ensure the safety of all guests.
Safety decisions are always made in the best interest of everyone onboard.
Stay Informed
Travel requirements and local regulations may change at any time.
We encourage all guests to check official government travel information before departure and remain updated throughout their trip.
If you have any questions before your charter, our Astrayachting team is always available to assist you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What safety information will I be given before departure?
A yacht orientation and safety briefing, an overview of the onboard equipment, emergency procedures, destination recommendations, and the local regulations and marina guidelines that apply.
What are the basic safety rules on board?
Follow the captain’s instructions, wear appropriate footwear, stay hydrated, use sunscreen and protective clothing, avoid excessive alcohol while sailing, and supervise children at all times.
What should I know before swimming or snorkelling?
Never swim alone, wear a life jacket if you are not a confident swimmer, respect local swimming zones and warning signs, be aware of currents, rocks and underwater hazards, and never touch coral or marine life.
How can I travel more responsibly?
Support local businesses, follow local laws and customs, avoid littering, protect marine ecosystems, and respect wildlife and protected areas. Our approach to responsible yacht charter sets out what that means in practice.
What happens if the weather turns?
Departure times, routes or itineraries may be adjusted whenever that is necessary for the safety of everyone on board. Safety decisions are always made in the interest of the whole group.
Related Information
These pages cover the rest of what is worth reading before you sail:
Documents and destination requirements are set out under travel advisory, catering on board under provisioning, and the rest in our FAQs.
