Learn to Sail Basics- 2 hours

Learn the essentials of sailing on the open water

2 hr

From 275 US dollars

Homer

Service Description

Basic Sailing Lessons on a 26ft sailboat on Kachemak Bay with skilled and enthusiastic Captian Maggie. Learn the basics of sail propulsion, sail function, physics behind sail and sailboat design, basic boating rules of the road, and boating basic safety. Learn about the working parts of a sailboat, running lines, blocks and pulleys, how to control the sails, changing direction, points-of-sail, and other basic sailing terms. Limit 3 students. Minors under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. The focus of the class will be on sailing skills and not destination, however class will be paused if interrupted by the appearance of marine mammal sightings, such as whales or porpoise, for everyone's viewing pleasure.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy for Private Sailing Charters (1 to 4 Guests) We want to ensure that your sailing experience is as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. Below are the terms and conditions for cancellations: Cancellation by Guests: 3-Hour Sailing Tour and Sailing Lessons: Cancellations made up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure will incur no cancellation fee. Full Day Sailing Tour: Cancellations made up to 48 hours before the scheduled departure will incur no cancellation fee. Multi-Day Sailing Tour: Cancellations made up to 72 hours before the scheduled departure will incur no cancellation fee. Cancellations made after the specified time frame will result in a 20% late cancellation fee of the total booking amount. Cancellation by the Captain: The Captain reserves the right to cancel any trip for any reason. In such cases, a full refund will be provided to the guest. Weather or Equipment Related Cancellations/Postponements: Due to the nature of a sailing adventure, the Captain may need to cancel or postpone the trip within an hour of departure due to unsafe or uncomfortable weather conditions. In this case, the guests will be promptly notified, and alternative arrangements will be made. Our goal is to ensure that the sailing experience is safe and enjoyable for all involved. Customer Communication: We are committed to providing excellent customer service. Should any changes arise regarding your trip, you will be notified promptly, and we will work with you to reschedule or offer alternative solutions. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to providing you with a memorable sailing experience!