Compass booklet 2014 2015 season (print version)

Compass Charters 2014/2015 season “Charter Booklet” ©

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Marlborough Sounds 2014/2015 charter season

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Compass News

“Multi day” specials —It was so successful last season that we are running this

again. We reward the client who charters for longer with more discount. The “Multi

Day Charter” discount structure is as follows.

Those who want to take a little more time to see the Sounds are rewarded with

greater discounts. Our return clients of 5% and 10% (last calendar year) is of course

additional to these multi day specials.

Latest News updates for 2014/2015 season

New Vessels in the fleet

We have a 2007, 41ft Beneteau yacht called “Shard”, a 2004 Beneteau 39ft called

“Sirocco”, a 31ft Bayliner launch called “Sakura II” and a 6.5m 200HP Rayglass

legend called “Legend”. See below for more details.

"Shard", - "Shard" is modern sleek Beneteau yacht. With the Oceanis 413, the heart

of the Oceanis range has a yacht of incomparable

volume and a design with elegant taut lines. Her new

generation hull promises comfortable, fast sailing. On

board the Oceanis 413, harmony reigns supreme:

everything is in its place on this beautiful yacht, which

can aspire to meet a varied profile of life aboard.

Surveyed for 8 people and plenty of space for 8.

What's happening...

4 days = 6% discount





9 days + = 21% maximum

Well the days are getting longer now and the next season is on its way! The Compass

Charters crew is ready to help you again this season to enjoy that floating holiday in

the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. We have added a few new boats to the Compass

fleet and all the usual favorites have had their annual maintenance and are ready to

go. Bookings are up from the last few seasons so the secret of our playground here

has gotten out! We have a fleet now of 20 vessels meaning a large choice available

for everyone's needs out on the water. We look forward to you NZ/Aus regulars re-

turning to the area and many old and new international crews from Europe, USA,

South America, Africa and Asia enjoying the paradise we have here in the Sounds.

For a full newsletter go to http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/general_info/news

http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/General_Info/index.cfm/charter_fleet/launches/phoenix.html



The large volume interior space allo-

cated effectively to suit bareboat charter

in the three-cabin layout will make the

extended cruise feel like home. If its

performance you are after then the twin

helm will suit the sailor who loves to

“tweak” those sails and get the most out

of this thoroughbred. Go ahead and

treat the family to a cruise they will

never forget!

We have a new Runabout joined the fleet, a Rayglass 2150 called “Legend” and

a sort after model. Sporting bold looks and sharp

design, it truly stands out on the water. The roomy

cockpit and bow make the perfect haven for all-day

escapes on the water. With a 4 stroke in board

200hp mercury this can get you to that favourite

spot in no time. Enquire now with us and also we

can help out with a Bach.

And we have a brand new engine on “Orion” (McLay 650 hardtop). Perfect for a

group or family some adventure exploring in the Sounds. Top quality boat with a

great reputation. The NEW 4 stroke 150HP

Mercury gives outstanding performance

without hitting the pocket. What an engine!!!

Also NEW anchor windlass installed and

new trim tabs.

Now surveyed for 8 people but ideal for 6.

Enquire now and booker this boat as this is

the perfect holiday all-rounder!

The "Boat and Bach" package has surpassed all our expectations. Kathie at

Kulak Rent A House has over 80 Bachs, covering a wide selection of prices, loca-

tions and options to choose from and she can coordinate directly with us to en-

sure that the charter vessel will have a suitable mooring or floating jetty, offering

peace of mind and the independence to come and go as you wish. A selection of

5 runabouts to Choose from.

"Sirocco" has joined us as well. This 2004 Beneteau Clipper is 39ft long and

has a 3 double cabin layout. Just had a good winter refit with new electronics,

new toilets, new oven. "Sirocco" is proven Beneteau yacht design. 39 feet of

pleasure, designed by Berret-Racoupeau, this Clipper 393 is the

pure distillation of the art of live-aboard cruising. Fluid waterlines

and a well-balanced sail

plan guarantee safe and

speedy passages, whilst

providing the utmost

comfort for the crew Sur-

veyed for 8 people and

plenty of space for 6.

Perfect for a group of

friends or a family. This

classic charter yacht is going to be

popular so register your interest with

http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/General_Info/index.cfm/bach_s/boat_and_bach_package.html

http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/General_Info/index.cfm/charter_fleet/yachts/bugamar.html



New Bayliner 288 called “Sakura II”

One of the favourties from the Northern hemisphere, “Sakura II” has a 350Hp

Mercruiser. Wow—what a motor. Spend more time at “Point B” as this boat will

get you there sharply. So if you enjoy being at anchoring and relaxing and not

spending all your day getting to “Point B”

then this is the boat! If you want a Bach on

the water this 288 Classic from Bayliner of-

fers just what you may be looking for when

it comes to getting away for the weekend.

She has a comfortable cabin with overnight-

ing accommodations for four (but an ideal

boat for 2), full galley, enclosed head, and

upper and lower helm stations.

us.

“Phoenix” has been repowered with a 105HP

Nissan. Now, our most popular launch will get

you and your crew to your favourite mooring

faster by a 1kt or so! Also being added this win-

ter is a LPG Califont for hot water which will

save the engine being run (and noise) at a

mooring when you need to tidy your self up for

NB: All petrol and 2 stroke oil (Huntsman only) are not included in the daily rate.

"Boat and Bach" - We have several ideal runabouts for any group up to

8. Hard Tops have the advantage of a cabin to allow you to get out of all weath-

ers – whether too hot or too cold, fully open boats for you sun lovers and a little

rib (with budget to match) so you can just pop around to that next bay.

Hire a runabout and a Bach in the Sounds. We have a choice of over 5 run-

abouts & 80 Bachs with own moorings/ or jetties in the Sounds. They are the

perfect spots to get away from the pace of city life. Explore the sounds during

the day with your own runabout. Fish, dive, bush walks, water-skiing or just

read a book, you have the best of both worlds ashore and afloat.

For those of you who want civilization close at hand, we have a great house

(sleeps 12) in Waikawa Bay which is 2 minutes from the boat ramp. Plenty of

space and parking for you and your crew. Great for kids and family if the men

want to head out on the water for some serious fishing, the ladies can relax at

leisure and the kids have plenty to do in the area.

Prices start at $190 (depending on which runabout you choose,

which Bachs and the season) for 24 hrs. Minimum stay at some is 48hrs

(depending on time of year). Leave on a Friday afternoon and spend all day

Saturday in your own paradise then head back Sunday afternoon.

The runabouts we use for this special are Orion (left), Huntsman (center

left) and Bowrider (center right) + Slingshot II (right) and now also

“Legend” who has joined the fleet —See page 3 for more details.)

http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/General_Info/index.cfm/charter_fleet/runabouts/orion.html

http://www.compass-charters.co.nz/index.cfm/General_Info/index.cfm/charter_fleet/runabouts/huntsman.html



Boat of the Month

Phoenix—one of your favourites has had a busy winter. This winter she has a NEW 105HP Nissan installed along with a NEW stern thruster to go with her bow thruster. You can park her coming in sideways now. The most manoeuvrable boat in the marina! More new upgrades include,

New stern thruster to go with her bow thruster!

New diesel heater

Bigger hot water cylinder

New hard bottom dingy and davit system—easy launching

During “Spring season” she works

out at $82 each* per day –great

value!

The best Resort 35 in the country!

* Based on 8 people hiring for 3 days.

New toys to hire Kayaks - single seaters We have new kayaks to hire this season. They are a great way to get the kids out if they have cabin fever! Hours of fun for all the family. They are rugged and stable and easily stored on deck as they are only 2.7m long. Cost is $30 load/set up on boat/wash down fee. $25/day for first 3 days and then $15/day after that. Lots of bays can be explored from your mooring and saves pumping up the dinghy!

2.5HP - 4 Stroke Outboards We also have new 2.5 HP 4-Stroke Suzuki Outboards. The new Suzuki 4 stroke is easy to start, reliable and very quiet. Great on fuel economy as one tanks goes for ages. It's very light to lift on and off your dinghy. Most of our din-ghies have hard bottoms. Please enquire with us for fur-ther details on your vessels dinghy. Cost is $25 load/set up on boat/wash down fee. $25/day for first 3 days and then $15/day after that. For those of you who want a more relaxed way of getting to the shore!

Return Clients discount—changes for 2014/2015 Compass Charters has always offered a 10% return clients discount (as long as it within a calendar year from your last charter) as we want to look after our clients year after year.– This wont change! But what we also want to do is to reward those clients who have been with us in the past who don't qualify for the 10% discount. So any client who has been with us since 1991 when we started, we will give a 5% discount. Proof of charter with us in the past is required. Return clients discounts can now be combined with “Multi Day” charter discounts.



Charter Rates

Yachts

Spring Start of Labour Weekend to December 19th.

Summer December 20th until last day of February & Easter Holidays.

Autumn March 1st to May 1st.

Winter May 1st to beginning of Labour Weekend.

Xmas/New Year December 24th until the 8th of January.

Note: Minimum of a 5 day booking required for Xmas/New Year period , 3 days in Peak Sea-son, Labour Weekend & Easter. All yacht and launch charters are 1 day = 1 x 24 hr period starting and finishing between 0900hrs and 1700hrs. Short charter surcharges apply to 1 and 2 day charters out of economy season. Check out our Long Charter Discounts available—up to 26% with “Early Bookers” discount for the season! Return clients discount can now be combined with other specials.

Contact us on 0800 101 332 or www.compasscharters.co.nz

Yachts

Design

Spring Peak Autumn Economy Berths:

Ideal/Max

Southern Endurance

H 28 $320.00 $365.00 $330.00 $280.00 4/6

Zachary Hicks

Carpenter 29 $425.00 $460.00 $430.00 $330.00 4/7

Okoromai

Jeanneau 35 $615.00 $725.00 $645.00 $520.00 5/8

Chinook

Chieftain 38 $625.00 $735.00 $655.00 $530.00 6/8

Metaxa

Beneteau 390 $635.00 $745.00 $665.00 $545.00 6/8

Sirocco

Beneteau 393 $665.00 $775.00 $695.00 $570.00 6/8

Shard

Beneteau 41 $815.00 $925.00 $845.00 $720.00 6/8

Bugamar

Beneteau 44 $800.00 $910.00 $825.00 $710.00 8/8

Six Isles

Bavaria 46 $885.00 $995.00 $915.00 $790.00 8/8



Launches

Runabouts

All boats are based in Waikawa Marina/Picton. All vessels rates may have surcharges or discounts applied according to the length of charter requested. See our “Summer Specials” and short charter surcharges on our “Rates” page on our website. Prices based on a 24 hour period, GST included, (fuel and 2 stroke oil is not included) Fuel and OIL and LPG used is an extra cost on all charters. This is topped up when you are back at Base and taken off your bond.

Launches

Design

Spring Peak Autumn Economy Berths:

Ideal/Max

Sakura II Bayliner 31 $610.00 $695.00 $620.00 $530.00 2/6

Phoenix Resort 35 $655.00 $715.00 $670.00 $550.00 6/10

E.J Salthouse 35 $760.00 $825.00 $775.00 $670.00 6/9

U4ria

Pelin Sterling 36 $725.00 $795.00 $745.00 $635.00 4/6

Overture

Cooke 45 Overnight $1465.00* 4—8hr trip $1195.0 to $1355*

Andromeda

Azimut 52 Overnight $3900.00)* 4 hour trip $3500.00*

Andromeda/Overture are “Skippered” only. *Passenger limits apply. (Self Skippered - based on a 24 hour period, GST included, fuel and LPG is not included) Fuel and LPG used is an extra cost on all charters.

Runabouts

Design

Spring Peak Autumn Economy People:

Ideal/Max

Huntsman

Huntsman 6m $322.00 $385.00 $328.00 $306.00 4/6

Bowrider

Bayliner 205—6.25m $385.00 $468.00 $395.00 $349.00 4/6

Slingshot II

Fi-Glass Cavalier 5.4m $405.00 $499.00 $415.00 $359.00 4/5

Orion

McLay 6.5m Hardtop $439.00 $509.00 $449.00 $389.00 5/7

Legend Rayglass legend 2150 6.5m

$452.00 $539.00 $462.00 $411.00 5/7

Hire a BACH as well! We have a choice of over 5 runabouts & 80+ Bachs with own moorings/

or jetties in the Sounds. They are the perfect spots to get away from the pace of city life. Explore the sounds during the day with your own runabout. Fish, dive, bush walks, water-skiing or just read a book, you have the best of both worlds ashore and afloat. Enquire online and we can send you Bach options on www.compasscharters.co.nz or email us at [email protected].



Phone: (03) 573 8332, Fax: (03) 573 8587, Cell: 0274 340247 or 0272 310045 Address: Compass Charters Ltd, Building #1, Waikawa Marina, Picton, Marlborough Sounds, NZ

Mail: Compass Charters, P.O.Box 334, Picton, Marlborough Sounds, NZ Marine VHF Channel 01

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Compass booklet 2014 2015 season (print version)