We started our business delivering sailboats in the Caribbean and the Gulf of Mexico in 2001, and have prided ourselves with competitive prices for marine delivery.  In doing this we have raised the bar for safety and hospitality.  These humble beginnings have given us the opportunity to grow into a Captain Charter Company and Environmental Research Organization.

Our roots in delivery service have not been forgotten, however.  Our objective is to cautiously transport the vessel without damage or stress to the craft.  We follow the strict regulations of the US Coast Guard and use their recommended passages to ensure your vessel’s safety.  Although, when delivery is required to remote locations, the policy by which we travel will be subject to the laws of the designated locations.  It is our privilege to deliver vessels with the utmost care, considering the boat is our responsibility.  We regard the vessel as if were our own.

Many of our competitors use their past experiences with boats as a reason for their inflated prices.  There are many retired Navy Captains who charge for their knowledge of 800’ Navy carriers (e.g.).  We will not pretend to have this knowledge, but we do not see the benefit in charging potential customers for having the skill to move massive cargo vessels.  We do not and will not move commercial vessels. Sailing or motoring a 20’ to 120’ vessel is not comparable to transporting a massive Navy vessel.  It takes a completely different set of expertise to move a smaller boat.

We currently own and sail a 43’ junk rig Schooner throughout the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean.

I, Cameron , am a US Merchant Marine and a US Coast Guard certified Charter Captain as well as Texas listed party boat captain.  I have been motoring and sailing boats ranging in size from 25’ to 80’ since I was 15 years old.  I am trained for handling commercial vessels through UT Maritime University. I have  delivered private sail and motor vessels threw out the Atlantic over the last 7 years. I am professionally trained in accordance with US Sail and ASA certification.  My wife and first mate, Melita, has been expertly trained as well.  She has been a supporting member in the transportation of sea crafts for 3 years, under the direction of Captain Bob Jefferson out of  Florida a Maritime master with over 20 years experience.    

 

                  

Delivery Fees

$150 per day. ( for boats up to 39')

$225 per day. ( boats 40' & over)

$25/hr. for travel to/from your boat.

GPS chart cost unless we already have them

+Food and fuel cost

Blue Sky Sailing Charter

Pleasure boat and yacht delivery division

 

Does the boat need to have insurance?
Yes.

 

What condition should the vessel be in?            
As well-maintained as possible.  The
engines needs to be in good running order                                              
with a few spare parts - fuel filters, etc.  
All the navigation equipment, lights and
radios should also be in good repair.
Safety gear,  fire extinguishers and life
rafts must also be in good condition.

 

What if the boat needs repairs
during the trip? For any major repairs I would call you and put the boat into the nearest harbor.

 

How far do you travel per day?

Every vessel is different,  Sailboats travel
about 60 to 144 miles per day.
Power boats anywhere from 80 to 240
miles per day.

 

Do you deliver the boat?
Yes.

 

Can we come with you?
Yes,  If the owner or guests want to
come with they are more than welcome

 

What areas do you deliver to?
Anywhere in the US including, Bahamas,
Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii.

 

What do you need on board?
All requited USCG required safety equipment.
electronic charts
for the areas to be sailed.

 

Recommendations for coming  along:

Scopolamine patch RX

Ginger 

Bonine 24hr and 12 hour before leaving

port