5 Hour - IQ Catamaran

IQ is a 45 ft (13.72 m) high performance sailing catamaran built by Voyage Yachts in 2010 with a purposeful design that is both stylish and safe. It offers a large open teak deck, comfortable cushioned seating area with roof covering and side screens as well as sunny spacious trampoline areas in the foredeck. Designed as both a live aboard cruising yacht with 2 x 39 Hp Yanmar engines, as well as the ultimate sailing catamaran for day sail excursions. This luxury catamaran is perfect for any occasion from tying the knot with your special person, to yacht parties and corporate functions. Overnight accommodation … after your cruising / sailing experience there is an unique option for staying overnight in the iconic V&A Waterfront, berthed right outside the Victoria and Alfred Hotel on the North Wharf adjacent to the adjacent La Parada Restaurant.

IQ Catamaran has been recently renovated and revamped for your ultimate luxury cruising experience. We can tailor make your cruise to suit every occasion.   

Capacity: Maximum capacity of 38 passengers: 3-4 x Crew, 34 x passengers during the day & 4 x passengers overnight.

DAY CHARTERS

Included:

- Full crew and Stewardess

- Exclusive use of the yacht

- Handheld shower

- Free WIFI

- Onboard bar

Excluded:

- Catering, beverages & add-on activities

OVERNIGHT CHARTERS (COMING SOON)

Included:

- Crew and Stewardess

- Exclusive use of the yacht

- Inclusive of accommodation for 4 guests

- 1.5 hour sunset cruise

- Breakfast

- Tea, Nespresso coffee

- Free WIFI

Excluded:

- Catering, beverages & add-on activities

On arrival you will be met by fully trained crew. IQ also offers the following:

Bar – There is an onboad cash or card bar available (beverage list attached). If you wanted to bring all your own drinks and not use the onboard bar at all, a corkage fee of R2,000 will be charged. Or if you want to use the onboard bar and and only bring a few bottles of your favourite alcoholic drinks that are not on the beverage list, then there is a corkage fee of R50 per bottle for wine & sparkling wine and Hard liquor will be charged at R100 per bottle - no ciders, beers or soft drinks are allowed to be brought onboard! When bringing your own drinks, ensure these drinks are kept in your own containers and chilled with your own ice.

Catering – Various menu options (attached) are available and must be arranged within 2 weeks prior to the charter. Gas BBQ / Braai facilities available @ R500 usage fee. If you wanted a designated Braaimaster the fee is R500 or you can braai yourself (Note: the crew cannot braai). Otherwise you are more than welcome to bring your own food and snacks. Cutlery, crockery & plates are not included so please bring your own.

Service fee - A 10% service charge is charged on the food and drinks.

DJ / Entertainer - We have numerous DJs on our supplier list (list available) and are happy to facilitate that for you. Cape Town based Singer/Entertainer details available on request. Should you wish to supply your own they will need to bring their own equipment and speakers. Use of the generator @ R500. There is also an onboard sound system with Bluetooth, AUX or USB connection if you wish to bring your own music.

Features – Cash / Card Bar, Gas Braai facility, 2 x Heads (toilets), 1 x Galley (kitchen), Trampoline area & Roof Covering, onboard sound system, Padded Seating, teak decking, Blankets, 2 x Swim ladders, Water-toys, free WIFI and 2 x Double cabins. NB!! The use of cabins are only for overnight stay and not for daytime charters. 

Route - Table Bay and surrounding areas and routing is weather dependent.

Weather - Cruise time and cruise course are dependent on weather conditions and at the discretion of the captain. You and your guests’ safety will always be our primary priority.

Additional activities: Add on some water sport activities such as Jet Ski’s, Adventure boat rides on the high speed 8.5m Gemini rubber duck, 3-man Super Tube (couch) including towing by a high speed rubber duck,  snorkelling with the Cape Fur Seals, Inflatable SUP Boards & paddle (Enquire for further details).

Basic Terms and Conditions (IQ Catamaran Vessel):

- All charters are weather dependent and at the discretion of management.

- Rates are in South African rands.

- All charters are subject to our General terms and conditions and signed indemnity forms

- You will be required to acknowledge T&C's specific for IQ Catamaran 

IQ Catamaran Cancellation & Refund Policy:

- A 50% deposit should be received within 7 days of receipt of the Private Charter Invoice. Full payment should be received at least 7 working days prior to the event.

- The Cancellation Fee will be 100% of the Private Charter Rate should the client cancel the charter within (7 Days) of the departure time. The Cancellation Fee will be 50% of the Private Charter Rate should the client cancel the Charter within 30 days of the departure time.

- The client will be liable for a 100% cancellation fee should the client not arrive for a booked scheduled cruise/charter. In the unfortunate event that a cruise/charter is cancelled by IQ Catamaran due to adverse weather conditions or for any reasonable reason, such as Engine Failure, IQ Catamaran will not be held responsible or liable for any additional losses incurred by the person or company chartering the vessel.  IQ Catamaran will endeavour to re-schedule the charter for a date convenient to both the client and vessel, alternatively, payment made by the client will be refunded.

- In the case of Special scheduled cruises over Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Years Day, New Years Eve, Valentines Day, Easter Weekend and Ocean Race Events, the Cancellation Fee will be 100% of the scheduled cruise/charter.

COVID19 Restrictions:

- Please note that changes from the South African Government or SAMSA could change the total pax allowed onboard.

- Should regulations change due to government announcements. We will reschedule of your charter to a future date suitable for you. NO REFUNDS will be provided, only rescheduling.