John Karras

John Karras works as deckhand on Astra Yachting crewed charters, assisting with water sports, mooring, tender driving and the upkeep of the yacht.

The deckhand handles the outside of the yacht. That means lines and fenders when berthing, the tender when guests want to go ashore or reach a beach the yacht cannot, and the equipment used for swimming and water sports.

On a crewed charter it is also the deckhand who makes the difference between a swim stop that takes ten minutes to set up and one that simply happens.

Guidance on swimming, snorkelling and safety in the water is on the travel aware page.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a deckhand do?

Mooring operations, driving the tender, helping with water sports, and keeping the yacht in order on deck.

Who drives the tender?

The deckhand, whenever guests need to reach the shore or a beach the yacht cannot approach.

Is there help with water sports?

Yes. The deckhand assists with the equipment on board and with getting in and out of the water safely.