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International Certificate of Competence ("ICC")

The ICC is recognised throughout the European Union as your ability to safely skipper a yacht.   If you have a minimum of RYA Day Skipper Practical qualification you can apply for an ICC from the RYA by sending off a completed form to them, with a copy of your RYA certificate.  The ICC also has the benefit of giving you a qualification in handling a power boat upto 10m in length (even if you have never driven one...!).

So, if you intend to charter a yacht on a bareboat or flotilla basis, or hire a RIB (up to 10m), then it really is worth getting hold of an ICC now.  If you are a member of the RYA then it is even FREE!  if you are not a member, the cost is £40 - so it is worth joining the RYA in any case - and you get a quartely glossy magazine through the post and a membership card to impress your friends with.

You can download the form to apply for an ICC here:

 

ICC application form

 

If you are going to sit an ICC assessment test, then you can also see the sylabus and questions you will be expected to perform/answer on the pages after the application form - very useful....!

If you have any questions regarding the ICC you can give us a call on 01491 572377 or speak directly with the RYA on:

Direct Line: 023 8060 4150

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Fax: 023 8060 4292

Web: www.rya.org.uk

 

 

 

 

 

New for 2010 season

This season we are introducing a new design of tender to the Nisos fleet.  They have been specifically designed and manufactured for us, so they incorporate the key things needed and avoid the things that are not needed!

They are RIB style tenders of 2.7m in length, and made out of Hypalon material, which is significantly stronger than the cheaper PVC material commonly used now for tenders.  PVC deteriorates rapidly in the intense UV of the Greek waters whilst Hypalon is much more UV resistant and can be easily repaired, whereas PVC is very difficult to repair properly.

We will be putting larger outboard engines on these new tenders (Mariner 3.5hp 4 stroke), which will give them sufficient shove to get up on the plane.

Of course being a RIB design, means that there will be no more soggy feet, and will provide a much more stable base if relaying kedge anchors etc.  There will also be a secured seat inside, so no more lost seats!!

These tenders/outboards will be available as an upgrade from the standard supplied tenders at a cost of £200 per week, on a first come first served basis.

If you would like to upgrade give us a call.

 
Sea Kayaks For Hire

We now have a fleet of sit on Sea Kayaks for rental from our base on Lefkas.  If you are chartering a yacht over 40ft in length, you can hire one of these to take with you. 

They are light in weight and can take up to 91kg.  Great for kids and adults alike. They have a back support, bottle holder and area with webbing to secure your belongings.


The rental fee is £50 per week.  Contact us if you would like to add one to your Ionian yacht charter.

Sea Kayak 80 DLX

 
Qualifications Required UPDATE

From May 2010, we will require each boat going out on either bareboat charter or Assisted Bareboat Charter to have at least one person on board with an International Certificate of Competence ("ICC") or an RYA Day Skipper (or above) practical and theory qualification.

If you do not have a suitable qualification but would like to bareboat charter, then the easiest way is to obtain an ICC.  This can be done via assesment around the UK in as little time as a few hours.  Please call us for advice.

This is in order to comply with the laws applied in Greek waters which are tightening up this winter in the Lefkas area.

 

Rowan Carver

 

 

 

 

We are adding two new yachts to the Nisos fleet in 2010! 

 

 

"Summer Breeze" - Bavaria 35 Cruiser


The Bavaria 35 is a wonderful yacht for 2 couples or small families, thanks to its removable rear bulkhead which converts her from a 3 cabin boat into a 2 cabin boat.  She has an excellent specification, as follows:

Specification:

  • either 2 cabin or 3 cabin
  • inmast furling
  • holding tank
  • chart plotter
  • autopilot
  • sun bimini
  • spray hood
  • deep keel
  • electric windlass
  • full instrumentation
  • shore power
  • cockpit cushions
  • engine upgrade

Summer Breeze will be arriving in time for the season start in May 2010.

 

 

 "Captain Jack" - Jeanneau 45DS

This beautiful 3 cabin/2 head yacht will be joining us this winter, in time for the season start in May 2010.  Ideal for 6 people, although the saloon table converts into a double berth if you need more space.  She looks stunning and packs an impressive specification:

Specification:

  • 3 large double cabins
  • 2 large heads with holding tanks
  • inmast furling
  • chart plotter
  • autopilot
  • bow thruster
  • electric windlass with cockpit remote
  • sun bimini
  • spray hood
  • cockpit cushions
  • tender with outboard
  • twin wheels
  • shore power
  • full instrumentation
  • engine upgrade
  • deck saloon model with significant interior space and light

Contact us for more information on either of these two new additions.

 

 
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