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Quality yacht charter based on Scotland’s Clyde Coast

Discover the beautiful west coast of scotland.

Our fleet of five yachts is based mainly on the Clyde at Largs Yacht Haven on the beautiful west coast of Scotland.

Our yachts are charter coded for crews of up to ten - we offer the widest choice of larger charter yachts in Scotland.

"All aspects of the charter service we received were top notch - the booking, the handovers, hiring of oilies and the boats.

We spent the journey home dreaming of our next charter!"

FISSURE SEALANTS

Discover the beauty of Scotland's west coast on board Zavaria , our luxury Bavaria 35 Cruiser.

Cruise around the Clyde islands including Arran, Bute and Cumbrae and enjoy the stunning wildlife and scenery.

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Located on the Island of Bute , Mount Stuart House is a remarkable architectural feat.

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Sailing from Largs

Largs is our favourite place to charter in Scotland because it offers brilliant sailing conditions, and is a superb jumping off point to the beautiful and tranquil islands and bays of the Clyde – you’re already some way off the beaten track so you’ll find stunning scenery practically from the word go!

There’s plenty of places to sail to and explore – the Holy Loch, Lochranza, Tarbert, Portavadie, Campbeltown, to name a few - and there are mountains, whisky distilleries, local pubs, and fine dining restaurants to find along the way. The area is non-tidal and benefits from being somewhat sheltered from the Atlantic weather - but it can still offer some interesting and challenging sailing conditions, particularly around the start or end of the season, which runs from April to October.  

 SAILING RATING:  Intermediate / Advanced - there's interesting and changeable weather conditions, plus tides, so some experience is useful before sailing in Scotland. Beware that two members of crew are required to hold qualifications, and you will need an RYA Yachtmaster or equivalent to sail outside the Clyde area.

 MUST-SEE:  Check out our full suggested itinerary below. We'd highly recommend taking in the tranquillity (and whiskey) in Lochranza, a sail around the Kyles of Bute, and a night spoiling yourselves a little in Portavadie.

 WHAT WE CAN OFFER:  We have a great range of yachts available for charter (sadly no catamarans yet!) from our trusted Charter Partners, all available bareboat or Skippered. We can also arrange a Hostess, Personal Chef and other crew.

 GETTING THERE:  The Marina is c. 45 minutes from Glasgow's airports. We can organise transfers for you - a 4 person taxi is c. £ 50 - 60.

 WHY BOOK WITH US?  We only work with the very best professional charter operators , who we have met, know, and trust to give you the same outstanding customer service as you'll get from PlainSailing.com.  

 WHAT NEXT?  Use the pink box to search for yachts or catamarans with LIVE pricing & availability - if you have any other questions or requests, get in touch via Live Chat, the Contact Form , or by phone.

Largs is our favourite place to charter in Scotland because it offers brilliant sailing conditions, and is a superb jumping off point to the beautiful and tranquil islands and bays of the Clyde – you’re already some way off the beaten track so you’ll find stunning scenery practically from the word go!

There’s plenty of places to sail to and explore – the Holy Loch, Lochranza, Tarbert, Portavadie, Campbeltown, to name a few - and there are mountains, whisky distilleries, local pubs, and fine dining restaurants to find along the way. The area is non-tidal and benefits from being somewhat sheltered from the Atlantic weather - but it can still offer some interesting and challenging sailing conditions, particularly around the start or end of the season, which runs from April to October.  

 SAILING RATING:  Intermediate / Advanced - there's interesting and changeable weather conditions, plus tides, so some experience is useful before sailing in Scotland. Beware that two members of crew are required to hold qualifications, and you will need an RYA Yachtmaster or equivalent to sail outside the Clyde area.

 MUST-SEE:  Check out our full suggested itinerary below. We'd highly recommend taking in the tranquillity (and whiskey) in Lochranza, a sail around the Kyles of Bute, and a night spoiling yourselves a little in Portavadie.

 WHAT WE CAN OFFER:  We have a great range of yachts available for charter (sadly no catamarans yet!) from our trusted Charter Partners, all available bareboat or Skippered. We can also arrange a Hostess, Personal Chef and other crew.

 GETTING THERE:  The Marina is c. 45 minutes from Glasgow's airports. We can organise transfers for you - a 4 person taxi is c. £ 50 - 60.

 WHY BOOK WITH US?  We only work with the very best professional charter operators , who we have met, know, and trust to give you the same outstanding customer service as you'll get from PlainSailing.com.  

 WHAT NEXT?  Use the pink box to search for yachts or catamarans with LIVE pricing & availability - if you have any other questions or requests, get in touch via Live Chat, the Contact Form , or by phone.

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Largs is a great place to sail from to find tranquillity and peace. There’s remote and secluded bays, cosy fishing villages, and unspoilt coastlines bursting with wildlife to be found. There’s the odd ferry that connects the various islands, but in the main, you’ll have large chunks of the water to yourselves.

It’s only a six day itinerary because you’ll only get on board on Saturday afternoon, and need time you get provisions sorted and get familiar with the boat, so you likely won’t make way until the Sunday. The boat needs to be returned to Largs on Friday evening (but you can stay on it and check out on Saturday morning), which gives six days of glorious sailing.  

Today we’ll hopefully avoid the Vikings as we beat our way south west down to Arran, or, more specifically, the cute town of Lamlash on its east coast. The wind will be hitting you square on the face as we tacking our way up the prevailing summer winds.

Lamlash is the biggest village on Arran (which gives you an idea of the size of the others) and is notable for once being the training base of the Scottish Commando unit during WWII. The ‘Holy isle’ opposite was once the home of the hermit-monk Saint Molaise, who lived in a cave here. Amongst the more unusual stories about him (apart from living alone in a cave on an island in remote Scotland) is that he died after pulling out an eye-brow hair of Saint Sillan: anyone who saw the eye-brow hair would die instantly, so Saint Molaise;s selfless actions saved the rest of humanity. No, actually.  

We’re headed around the coast and then hopping west to Campbeltown on the isle of Kintyre. You’ll likely have heard of the ‘Mull of Kintyre’ because ex-Beatle Paul McCartney had a big hit with a song of the same name in 1977 – he actually wrote the song when he was staying at his farm here (which he still owns today) after a messy break-up.

Campbeltown has 4,000 inhabitants, three whisky distilleries, plenty of shops and places to eat, and even a cinema, swimming pool, and its own airport. Obviously, you being sailors, you’ll know that Campbeltown was also the birthplace of Gerald Tait, who won a gold medal in Sailing at the 1908 Olympics (as part of a 10-man team in the 12-metre keelboat class).  

The village here is reputed to have the least hours of sunshine anywhere in the UK (as it is on the north side of the mountain Goat Fell). There’s a ruined castle here to explore, where you’ll often find wild Red Deer, and nature lovers should also be able to spot Grey Seals, Otters and, if you’re lucky, Golden Eagles.

If you’re feeling energetic, you can hike up Goat Fell to get spectacular views of the whole cruising ground (you can even see Ireland some days), or if you’re not, you can head to the Arran Distillery and Visitor centre at the far end of the village, where you can see how they make their famous whisky, and give it a taste!  

Tarbert was a location of strategic importance in these parts which is why find three castles here. It’s now most famous for selling the best seafood in Scotland (The Starfish restaurant is the best in Tarbert), including hosting a seafood festival each year. If you check you charts, you can see that the island is thinnest here – in 1098, Norwegian King Magnus Barefoot couldn’t be bothered wasting days sailing around Kintyre, so had his longboat carried across the 1 mile instead!

But we’re heading over Loch Fyne to finish the day in Portavadie, a multi-million pound marina development where you can pamper yourselves and enjoy the high life after all these days at sea. The marina is just part of a luxury development which includes brilliant toilet facilities, a fine restaurant, and a spa complex complete with an infinity pool with views back out over the water. Bliss!  

The ‘Burnt islands’ at the top of Bute supposedly get their name because they were the place where Viking Kings were cremated back in the day. It seems an odd place to go for a royal funeral. We’re following the Kyles as we sail in pretty much every direction, before sailing onwards and upwards to Holy Loch for the night.

Holy Loch is so named because Saint Munn arrived and set up a monastery here in the 6th century (on the site where the church currently stands today). The church also has a mausoleum for the Clan Campbell (when the Dukes of Argyll used to reign over these lands), and Elizabeth Blackwell (the first woman to get a medical degree) is also buried here. Perhaps more unbelievably, this loch was also a US Naval base during for three decades (until the end of the Cold war).  

And then we’re heading back down and past Largs town centre and to Largs marina. Don’t forget to head for fuel before you return the boat back where you found her, and moor her up for one last time. Hopefully you’ve had a fantastic week, the crew have all got on, and you’ve enjoyed sampling the best that Scotland has to offer, in terms of tranquillity, sailing, and whisky!

The restaurant and bar in the marina is great, but if you haven’t yet been to Largs, then it is worth a short stroll, and Nardini’s ice cream parlour there has been serving ice-creams and fish and chips for over 80 years! Enjoy reminiscing about this holiday over a glass or two of whisky, and head to PlainSailing.com when you want to start planning your next sailing adventure!  

Sailing Conditions

The prevailing summer winds arrive from the south-west, and have travelled right over the Atlantic to greet you on your boat, and help you power yourself across the Clyde.

In spring and autumn (but to a much lesser extent in summer) then you can also get cold winds and weather systems arriving the north, so it is certainly worth checking the forecasts before you set sail.

If you sail outside of the Clyde area, then you will also need to start to think about tides, (but thankfully the area around Largs is relatively non-tidal).

Marina Details - Largs Yacht Haven

Largs Yacht Haven boasts a huge marina with over 700 berths and full support services - including a warm welcome at all hours of the day from their 24 hour staff. The marina is accessible regardless of tide and dry berthing is available. The fuel and waste disposal services are excellent and free wi-fi is available. There is a free car park just across the road to all berth holders.

If you need somewhere to stay before or after your charter, then we recommend the Brisbane House Hotel and Haven House Bed and Breakfast , both located in Largs.

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SeaSpray Yacht Charters has a great selection of yachts from 36 to 50 ft.

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All of the Yachts we offer are owned by experienced sailors who take a pride in preparing their Yachts to a high standard. Our Owners also use their yachts when they can. They want you to enjoy your sailing in the same way that they do. You will find that their yachts are well upgraded with equipment and fittings not frequently found on charter boats. Please have a look at each of the yachts to see if it is the yacht you would like to charter this summer.

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Enjoy Sailing and Exploring the lovely West Coast of Scotland from Largs Yacht Haven, Oban & Dunstaffnage Marina.

Where we Sail.

Scotland offers some of the finest sailing waters in the world.

Midnight Mirage, Deja Vue, Boarding Pass, Moonrise, Moonsong and Lady Naomi are based at Largs on the beautiful Firth of Clyde.

Fidelio is based at the “North Pier Pontoons” Oban, on the West Coast.

We offer you great access to sailing on Scotland's wonderful West Coast. We offer yachts for charter from Largs, and Oban during the Summer.

These sailing areas, the wildlife and the scenery are all breathtaking! Prestwick Airport is 28 mls  to the South of Largs and will take about 40 minutes by taxi.

Glasgow International Airport is 23 mls to the East of Largs and is a 35 minute taxi ride.

There are also good rail links from both airports.

The Firth of Clyde with its own islands and sea lochs, has many pretty harbours and quiet sheltered anchorages, with visitors’ moorings, hotels and restaurants ashore, secluded beaches, and opportunities for walking and climbing.

For the more adventurous there is easy access to the Western Isles and the Irish Coast, whether through the wonderful Crinan Canal or around the  Mull of Kintyre.

Whichever you choose - you'll enjoy a fantastic sailing holiday in some of the West Coast of Scotland's finest yachting waters. Our Owners take pride in the presentation and preparation of our their yachts and want you to have a great time and come back again.

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Flamingo Yacht Charters Ltd.

Looking for a sailing holiday in Scotland? We offer the best in bareboat yacht charter, skippered yacht charter, family sailing holidays, corporate experiences and amazing days out on the water. Our fleet of modern yachts is based at Largs Yacht Haven [Largs, North Ayrshire, West of Scotland] giving easy access to some of the most awe-inspiring sailing locations in the world. Explore Scotland's West coast, the Firth of Clyde, the Hebrides & beyond. With our on-site team of dedicated staff and professional skippers, we will make sure that you enjoy the finest Scottish bareboat yacht charter or skippered sailing holiday with us. Relax, unwind and feel the wind in your hair!

Sail Scotland in style with Flamingo Yacht Charters. Whether you are looking for bareboat charter, skippered yacht charter or a corporate sailing day out we've got you covered. We take great pride in the quality of our fleet and we go to great lengths to ensure our service is flexible, helpful and friendly. With over 25 years' experience and a dedicated on-site team based at Largs Yacht Haven, you can count on us to deliver your ideal sailing holiday.

Choose from our selection of yachts ranging from 30-45 feet sleeping up to 10 people including brand new boats from Beneteau and Jeanneau. Trust us when we say that we really do have something for everyone! Take a look at  Our Fleet  and find your dream yacht charter for your sailing holiday in Scotland.

No matter where you are coming from, it's easy to find us. We are only 40 minutes from Glasgow and Prestwick airports and 90 minutes from Edinburgh.

From our base at Largs Yacht Haven, you can explore the sheltered waters of the Clyde, the awe-inspiring scenery of the Kyles of Bute and the majestic peaks of the Isle of Arran, or the old-world charm of the seaside resorts of Millport and Rothesay. The area offers a huge variety of interesting passages and destinations, whether you are looking for the solitude of quiet anchorages or the bustle of busy fishing villages – the west coast of Scotland truly has it all. Make sure to take the time to enjoy spotting the many species of wildlife that frequent these waters – seals, porpoise, dolphins, whales and basking sharks to name but a few. Bird watchers will also have a field day with seabirds too numerous to mention, from the comical little guillemots to the spectacular diving gannets.

For, the more adventurous sailors, why not venture around the Mull of Kintyre and explore the Hebrides or plot a course across the North Channel to Ireland and Northern Ireland? Combine your sailing holiday with other interests; golf, cycling, mountain biking, hill walking, climbing and diving are just some of the activities available to those who like to keep fit. If relaxing a bit more whilst on holiday sounds closer to your style, there are plenty of opportunities to visit whisky distilleries and places of historic interest or to catch some of the local music festivals and Highland games which take place in the summer months. We are happy to help you to keep everyone in the crew entertained. Just ask us for more details. Are you ready to start your adventure? Get in touch today - we are ready and waiting to welcome you to our part of the world and to share our enthusiasm for this amazing place that we are lucky enough to call home. Come and sail Scotland with us!

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By Air: Only 40 minutes from Glasgow Airport and Prestwick Airport. Less than 90 minutes from Edinburgh Airport.

By Rail: Nearest train station is Largs.  5 minute taxi transfer from Largs station to Largs Yacht Haven.

By Bus: Buses from Glasgow connect to Largs. Local bus can be taken to main road beside Yacht Haven entrance.

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Sailing from Largs Yacht Haven, on the West Coast of Scotland, we offer both Bareboat and Skippered Charter, depending upon your requirements and experience.

Skippered Charter

Maximum of 4 clients in two double cabins. 

The boat is supplied as a bare boat with a fully qualified and experienced skipper. 

You should supply your own food and bedding (sleeping bag and pillow slip)

However, all food, bedding and foul weather gear can be supplied as a bespoke package. Please state your requirements when sending a booking enquiry.

Bareboat Charter

Maximum of 6 clients in 3 double cabins .

The boat is supplied as a bare boat. Clients will be required to prove relevant qualifications and experience . 

However, all food, bedding and foul weather gear can be supplied as a bespoke package. Please state your requirements when sending a booking enquiry. 

HOW TO BOOK

Booking enquiries should be made by email to -

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Please indicate the type, duration and prefered dates of your charter, including any special requirements.

Email enquiries will be answered as promptly as possible.

A booking deposit of 25% of the value of your charter is required to secure your booking. This must be paid in full at the time of your booking being accepted. 

The balance of payment must be made in full, 28 days in advance of any charter.

Payment by bank transfer is preferred.

Security Deposit

  Security deposits For bareboat charters, a minimum security deposit of £1000 must also be paid no later than 7 days before the agreed charter date. The security deposit will be refunded promptly and in full - normally within 7 days of the completion of your charter - less any charges for fuel, repairs, damage or other losses. 

Optional Extras

  Bedding sets - Included Waterproof sailing gear – You should supply suitable sailing gear. Cleaning - We expect you to return the yacht to us in a clean and tidy condition. If you prefer not to thoroughly clean it at the end of your charter, cleaning can be arranged at a cost of £50 Refuelling – The boat will be supplied with a full tank of fuel and must be returned full. A refuelling service is available at a cost of £50 plus fuel costs

Relax with a skippered charter, let the skipper run the boat for you, whilst you enjoy the scenery and sailing.

Weekend Charter

Saturday 8am to Sunday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter with skipper. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. An evening meal is usually taken ashore. However, a bespoke package can be arranged to suit your needs.

5 Day Week Charter

Monday 8am to Friday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter with skipper. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. An evening meal is usually taken ashore. However, a bespoke package can be arranged to suit your needs.

Full Week Charter

Monday 8am to Sunday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter with skipper. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. An evening meal is usually taken ashore. However, a bespoke package can be arranged to suit your needs.

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All of our packages can be tailored to suit your needs. Including the provision of food, bedding and should you require it, foul weather gear. 

The Charter is aimed at those with some sailing experience, who wish to participate in the sailing activities, but with the reassurance and safety of a fully qualified and experienced skipper to help them on their way. 

Take charge of the yacht and sail your own passages. For those with relevent experience and qualifications (Minimum RYA Day Skipper)

Saturday 8am to Sunday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. Bespoke packages can be arranged to suit your needs.

Monday 8am to Friday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. Bespoke packages can be arranged to suit your needs.

Monday 8am to Sunday 4pm. This is a bareboat charter. Food and bedding are not supplied. However arrangements can be made to have the boat fully stocked with Breakfast and Lunch victuals. Bespoke packages can be arranged to suit your needs.

The Charter is aimed at those with a reasonable amount sailing experience with a relevant qualification.

Charts and Pilot books are supplied, together with any guidance required.

We cannot guarantee that your prefered dates will be available. Early enquiries are recommended.

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Welcome to Perseus Sailing. We are based in Scotland, one of the best cruising grounds in Europe. We are providing sailing experiences for clients from all over the world, ranging from short introductory day sails and weekend cruises to full West Coast adventures crossing over to Ireland and the Hebrides. Our well-founded yacht Perseus, a Jeanneau Sun Odyssey 42.2 will keep you comfortable and safe. On-board tuition will be provided by out fully qualified Yachtmaster Instructor. Don’t worry, participation is part of the experience but guests should also sit back, relax and soak up the unique experience that sailing in Scotland will provide.

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Premium AdventureSail Scotland 2024 West Coast - St Kilda - Kintyre Western Isles - Skye - Oban Inter & Outer Hebrides

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4 CABINS / 2 BATHROOMS (MAX 8)

'Safira' is our Bavaria 44/46; she has 4 double cabins and a twin with two toilet/shower rooms. Outfitted with the latest 2020 Technology & Interior.

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• 2023 DATES, PRICES & BOOKING DATES & BOOKING: These premium yacht charter sailing holidays run every Saturday from 24th June 2023 until the last start-date of 9th September 2023. Dates Available (Click a date for more info): JUNE 2023 (Largs-Largs / 7 Nights: Sat-Sat) Sat 24th June - Sat 1st July 2023 > JULY 2023 (Largs-Largs / 7 Nights: Sat-Sat) Sat 1st July -Sat 8th July 2023 > Sat 8th July -Sat 15th July 2023 > Sat 15th July - Sat 22nd July 2023 > Sat 29th July - Sat 5th Aug 2023 > AUGUST 2023 (Largs-Largs / 7 Nights: Sat-Sat) Sat 5th Aug - Sat 12th Aug 2023 > Sat 12th Aug - Sat 19th Aug 2023 > Sat 19th Aug - Sat 26th Aug 2023 > Sat 26th Aug - Sat 2nd Sept 2023 > SEPTEMBER 2023 (Largs-Largs / 7 Nights: Sat-Sat) Sat 2nd Sept - Sat 9th Sept 2023 > Sat 9th Sept - Sat 16th Sept 2023 > HOW TO BOOK / ENQUIRE: You can make an enquiry online via the website or you call us 9am-9pm (7-Days) on 0330 001 5317 - or you can book safely and securely online 24/7 by clicking Book Now from the website menu. BOOKING DEPOSIT: It's just £499 deposit to reserve any date, and you can cancel for a full refund of any amount(s) paid, or change yachts or dates without penalty. up to 21 days prior to your start-date, and without providing any reason. All payments are made securely online by credit/debit card, there are no transaction or booking fees and all payments are financially-protected and held in a separate secure client money holding account operated by Stripe Payments. CHECK-IN & TRAVEL: Check-In is from 1700hrs on Saturdays at our Largs Yacht Haven, KA30 8EZ, with yachts returning the following Friday evening with Check-Out on Saturday for 1000hrs. There is free 24hr secure parking at Largs Yacht Haven with CCTV, 24hr reception and security patrols and 2 x EV charging bays. The nearest airports are Glasgow International and Glasgow Prestwick, with regular daily flights to/from major UKm European and International locations. There are train and airport transfer options available at less than 60 minutes' transfer time from airports to Largs Yacht Haven.
• WHAT IS PREMIUM GUIDED YACHT CHARTER? SUMMARY: This is a 7 Days/Nights Sat-Sat Yacht Charter Sailing Holiday on the West Coast of Scotland in the Firth of Clyde & Islands Sailing Area. It's a guided family yacht charter sailing holiday called SuperGroup Flotilla: You charter a sailing yacht and you are assisted and guided by 2 x Professional Yachtmaster Instructors from a Flybridge Motor Yacht who provide guidance on routing, planning, weather, and can assist you with mooring, anchoring and marina berthing. They also provide a water-taxi service to help you and your family get ashore quickly and safely and on board are stored inflatable kayaks, paddleboards, dinghy with outboard and provides safety boat cover for when you and your family are relaxing and having fun. They also provide a full yacht handover and initial yacht-specific coaching on arrival and as required throughout your sailing holiday, and will be available for technical or other assistance 24/7.   Normally 2 / 3 cruising yachts will be supported by one motor-boat with 2 x Professional Instructor / Skippers aboard, and will meet up in the evening at the same pre-planned marina, mooring bay or anchorage. You can engage in enjoyable free-sailing during the day and arrange to meet-up at the pre-planned marina, mooring bay or anchorage in the evening where your Support Skippers will be waiting to assist you as required. --- Spend 7 days/nights sailing around Scotlands finest sailing grounds, fully supported by RYA Instructors from our Flybridge Motor Boat helping with berthing, navigation, guidance, water-toys and more! PLUS: NO SECURITY DEPOSIT AND ALL FUEL / GAS INCLUDED! SuperGroup Flotilla Assisted Yacht Charter - A Cruising PowerBoat with 2 Pro Skippers Follows You, Guides & Advises You, Does All Marina Docking & Undocking For You as required plus instruction, And Takes Your Family / Group on Boat Trips, Acts as a Safety Boat, Camera Boat, Lead Boat etc. It's a Self-Sail family / group / households yacht charter sailing holiday with FollowMe Support by Pro Skippers on our Cruising PowerBoats. We put a PPE-protected Skipper aboard from our cruising motorboats to dock and undock your yacht for you whenever you like, and when conditions get a little tricky! Our Pro Sailing Skippers provide daily guidance & advice, Pilotage Marina-Berthing Service wherever you go, on-call fast PowerBoat Transfers & Rides to local attractions when you anchor, moor or dock so you can easily get ashore and back again, as well as water-toys and safety boat support for all to enjoy the water! It's designed primarily for families & groups within a social-bubble or permitted number of households, but who are perhaps not yet experienced enough to fully bareboat charter a larger cruising yacht. We do, in fact, also see plenty of reservations from those that are already experienced yacht cruisers / charterers, but would like the additional premium options of the motor boat / skippers / water-toys / guidance / no security deposit, included fuel etc. --- ---GENERAL DESCRIPTION--- The way that SuperGroup Flotilla Charter works is that it's an Yacht Charter Sailing Holiday with 2 x Professional Yachtmaster Instructors providing 24hr close support from our Beneteau & Jeanneau Cruising MotorBoats. Read on further below so you can get a better idea of how it works: The SuperGroup Flotilla means that we help come up with an enjoyable and safe itinerary for you and your family / group, use our Cruising PowerBoats to scout ahead, and put a Professional Skipper-Pilot aboard to do any tricky docking / undocking for you, and to 'show you the ropes'. During the week you'll have free-roam sailing time, and depending on your levels of experience and confidence you can choose to do some of the berthing and docking, if you want. Our Pro Skippers are also RYA Instructors. as well aswell We take your family / group on powerboat rides for shore excursions, act as a safety / support / camera chase boat where necessary, all whilst giving you the space and freedom to sail stress-free - there's plenty of freedom to sail where you want during each day and we maintain contact with you via text-messaging and VHF Radio to let you know when and where to meet up with us - we're on hand for you but not hovering over your shoulder in the PowerBoats all day long! There's no traditional bareboat Yacht Charter Security Deposit to pay* (typically £1500.00). Check-In / Arrival is from 5pm on the Saturday through to 10am on the following Saturday - yachts will return to base on the Friday evening allowing you ample time to get ready for check-out. This gives us enough time to properly deep clean each yacht before the next flotilla / charter. There is free 24hr-secure-parking on-site at Largs Yacht Haven along with award-winning Toilets & Showers, and shops close-by for you to collect supplies for your trip. ---DEPOSITS, BALANCES, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS & FINANCIAL PROTECTION--- It's a £499 deposit to reserve a SuperGroup Flotilla Charter and you can cancel for a full refund of anything paid, or change dates at any time and without a reason up until 21 days prior. The balance is due 28 days prior to departure, and you get an automatic reminder e-mail with secure payment link. All payments are financially protected via being held in our separate client money holding account until after your flotilla / charter has ended, and there are no transaction charges. This has always been our policy and 'MO' since we started operating over 15 years ago. We have never used unearned customer money to fund our business costs, just in case customers have to cancel for whatever reason and we need to refund them right away. ---QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE--- Qualifications and experience-wise, you don't need to have a lot of experience, confidence or berthing skills, but we do recommend that the lead booked / designated skipper holds at least RYA Day Skipper / ICC or 3 years' experience in command of vessel of a similar type and size. *For our SuperGroup Flotilla Charter there is NO yacht security deposit payable however as part of your Guided SuperGroup Flotilla Yacht Charter Sailing Holiday agreement you are responsible for up to £300.00 GBP for minor and preventable losses or accidental damages - e.g. burning a table with a hot pan, dropping a pair of binoculars overboard etc. We don't make any up-front charge for this liability amount, instead we agree with you in your terms and conditions a card charge facility for the unlikely event of such a minor loss or damage. We do however take a pragmatic view on such matters. SuperGroup Flotilla Charter & Bareboat Yacht Charter options are provided directly by UK Sailing Limited in partnership with with ScotSail RYA Training Centre, based at Largs Yacht Haven, KA30 8EZ – 0141 416 5417. We are an ICO Notified & Registered Data Controller and all your personal information is processed lawfully and securely under our GDPR & Data Privacy Policy. IMPORTANT INFO: Provider: UK Sailing Limited Address: Largs Yacht Haven, Irvine Road, Largs, KA30 8EZ, 0330 001 5317 Primary Contact: Stephen E. Kerr (Company Director) Company No: SC658387 VAT Registered: No. Prices do not include VAT, and VAT will not be charged in addition to the prices shown. This is not a VAT or tax invoice. Data Protection Registration: ICO Notification No: ZA742226 Relationship to ScotSail Training Ltd: UK Sailing Ltd is the provider. ScotSail Training Ltd is a separate company from which UK Sailing Ltd charters MCA Coded & Insured vessels in order to provide their service direct to consumers. Some UK Sailing Ltd may appear in ScotSail marketing literature as a referral agent only. Terms: Your legal & financial contract is direct with the above provider. When you make a booking or payment via this booking marketplace platform, you are making a reservation DIRECTLY with this provider, who has elected to use this system as their booking system, which may also be embedded within their website(s) or social media, etc, as well as being available via third party websites. You are not making a booking with, or payment to, the platform and it is not responsible for fulfilling your reservation. The provider is wholly responsible for fulfilling any contract of service with you or providing purchased goods or electronic downloads, as well as for all customer support, terms & conditions, refund & cancellation policies, disputes & complaints, query handling, VAT invoices, etc. Please contact the above named provider in relation to this booking.
• WHAT'S INCLUDED? WHAT'S INCLUDED? Included is all fuel and gas, and there is no security deposit to pay. Also included is full guidance and support by 2 x Professional Instructor / Skippers from a Flybridge Motor Boat, carrying for you water toys and accessories such as kayaks, paddle-boards and dinghy with outboard. 7 Nights Yacht Charter 3-4 Cabin Yachts, 41-47' No Yacht Security Deposit* All Fuel & Gas Included Charter Insurance Included Kayaks & Paddleboards PowerBoat Transfers & Rides Daily SailPlan Route Briefing Daily Free-Roam Island Sailing Evening Meetups With Marina Assistance 24hr Pro Skipper Support Refundable Deposit: Just £499 FREE Cancellations & Refunds* FREE Date Changes* FREE Financial Protection *You can cancel for a full refund of anything paid, or change dates, at any time up to 21 days prior with no penalties, charges, or having to provide a reason. WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED? You need to bring bedding, supply on-board food and drinks /supplies, and pay for any marina fees or shore-attractions which may be chargeable by the places you visit. You can also hire XM Offshore T5000 Waterproof Jackets and/or Salopettes for £3/Day Per Item (Every size available on arrival, no prior booking is necessary). Whilst there is no security deposit, you are however responsible for up to £300 GBP of minor loss / damage (e.g. burning a table with a hot pan, dropping a compass overboard etc). We take a pragmatic view on such minor matters and this is not charged up front to you. As an outdoor adventurous leisure service provider we are duty bound to advise customers to consider purchasing an appropriate travel and cancellation insurance policy that meets your needs and covers adequately any loss(es) you may incur due to cancellation by either party. In the unlikely event that we advise you that we are cancelling your yacht charter (e.g. weather, mechanical failure, etc), you will be given a full refund, typically within 7 working days or sooner. Under U.K. law we are unable to provide regulated financial products, insurance or advice.
• WHAT YACHTS ARE AVAILABLE? This Premium option is only available on our: Bavaria 47 Cruiser (4 Cabins / 2 Bathrooms) Bavaria 42 (4 Cabins / 2 Bathrooms) Hanse 411 (3 Cabins / 1 Bathroom)
• BOOKING DEPOSITS, CANCELLATIONS, CHANGES, REFUNDS & FINANCIAL PROTECTION ---DEPOSITS, BALANCES, CANCELLATIONS, REFUNDS & FINANCIAL PROTECTION--- It's a £499 deposit to reserve a Guided Yacht Charter Sailing Holiday and you can cancel for a full refund of anything paid, or change dates at any time and without a reason up until 21 days prior. The balance is due 28 days prior to departure, and you get an automatic reminder e-mail with secure payment link. All payments are financially protected via being held in our separate client money holding account until after the service has been delivered. Any refunds are typically processed within 7 working days or sooner. As an outdoor adventurous leisure service provider we are duty bound to advise customers to consider purchasing an appropriate travel and cancellation insurance policy that meets your needs and covers adequately any loss(es) you may incur due to cancellation by either party. In the unlikely event that we advise you that we are cancelling your yacht charter (e.g. weather, mechanical failure, etc), you will be given a full refund, typically within 7 working days or sooner. Under U.K. law we are unable to provide regulated financial products, insurance or advice.

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Oceanis 45 - 4 cab.

• Build year : 2019
• Guests : 10
• Berths : 10
• Length : 45 ft
• Boat type : Sailing Yacht
• Mainsail : Full battened
• Genoa type : Furling

• Build year : 2017

• Build year : 2018

Sun Odyssey 419

• Length : 41 ft
• Mainsail : Furling

• Build year : 2010
• Length : 40 ft
• Genoa type : Self tacking

• Build year : 2006
• Length : 30 ft

• Build year : 2011
• Length : 32 ft

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Sun Odyssey 379

• Build year : 2014
• Length : 37 ft

Sun Odyssey 349

• Length : 34 ft

At Borrow A Boat we're on a mission to make boating more accessible and to make it easier for you to get on the water. We believe boating should be available to everyone, and we can help the boating industry, boat owners, marinas, and everyone who wants to go boating by providing a 21st-century boating marketplace. Borrow A Boat is the best place to find and rent boats of all sorts, from a canal and riverboat across Europe to a sailing boat, motor boat, catamaran across North America, the Mediterranean, Caribbean and further afield, along with some of the world's most impressive superyachts and luxury yacht charters.

Boats or Yachts Available For Rent Or Charter In Largs

Where it comes to chartering or renting boats in Largs below is a list of the typical types of boats that you can hire on Borrow A Boat with a description of the boat type. If you can't find the individual boat charter you are looking for when you do a search in Largs it's worthwhile searching nearby locations as your chosen boat type might be available nearby.

When searching a geographical area on Borrow A Boat you can filter by the below boat types. There is also the option to further filter your searches by price, the number of guests, cabins or bathrooms, what year the boat or sailing yacht was launched, the boat length and the boat manufacturer.

Sailing Yacht (Sailboat): From €120/£100/$135 a day up to whatever you can afford, monohull sailing yachts are fun to sail at all points of the wind and an affordable way to get around if your island hopping or finding your own secluded coves or sandy beaches along with longer cruises. Sizes range from those for a couple or small family to a full sized luxury charter yacht.

Catamaran: Luxury catamarans are stable and spacious, with quick sailing performance, and and have been gaining in popularity in recent years. Better for larger groups, they have lots of room for water toys, and are big enough for a little privacy. A catamaran charter is easy and comfortable for novices not used to heeling and are loved by families due to their extra space when compared to a monohull. Typically far more luxurious than a sailboat the larger catamarans have en suite toilets and showers in the staterooms as well as ample entertaining space in the saloon and on deck.

Power Catamaran: These types of boats are relatively new but have also been gaining in popularity as the two hulls keep the boat more stable when compared to a monohull. The wider beam also means more deck space and as they don't have sails or a mast, they have a lot more space on deck than a sailing catamaran rental or monohull. For a luxury catamaran charter, consider taking a crewed catamaran charter sailing vacation with an experienced skipper.

Luxury Yacht: Luxury yacht charters are available for either a sailing yacht (sailboat), catamaran or motorboat and will have a crew and host/hostess on hand to cater for whatever your needs are along with a skipper who will have a detailed knowledge of your cruising area. On a crewed yacht charter of this kind you get to create your own personal itinerary and will have far greater range than on other boats which allows for lots of variety in how you travel and what you do.

Superyacht: A superyacht or sometimes called mega yacht are boats which are least 24 metres (79 feet) in length up to 180 metres (590 feet) and can either be sailing yachts (sailboats) or motorboats. These types of boats are most frequently found in the Med of Caribbean and due to their size they will have a large chartering area and can typically pick you up from whatever location you require rather than you being required to get to a set marina to start your charter. They are fully crewed with professional staff who will cater for your every need along with a skipper who will have extensive knowledge of your chosen cruising areas.

Motorboat: This covers a wide variety of boats from a motor yacht with cabins to a private boat trip for a fishing trip but all of the these are comfortable seagoing boats with a kick of speed should you want to cover a bigger distance on the day.​

RIB: Very much day boats for fishing and day cruising, RIBs are a lot of fun for a day afloat. They can be very quick and are great should you be in a town on holiday and fancy seeing the coast or finding secluded sandy beaches to get away from it all.

Skippered Yacht Charter or Bareboat

When it comes to boat hire or yacht charter in Largs you typically have two choices - bareboat yacht hire or skippered yacht charter.

When using Borrow A Boat you can filter all boat searches to be with or without skipper depending on what you are looking for and below we cover some of the main points to consider for your boat hire.

Skippered Charter: A skippered yacht charter gives you the advantage of being able to get afloat without having to invest in getting sailing qualifications before hand. For a monohull sailing yacht you will pay €120/£100/$135 plus a day extra for the skipper, as well as their food and a tip at the end.

When you get to a luxury yacht or superyacht charter with crew these prices will increase and costs also depend on where you plan to sail to along with the size and type of boat rental on your sailing holiday.

In some cases skippers will also be the yacht or boat owners (typically day trips) which means they will know all the best secluded beaches to show you the best that the area has to offer with their local knowledge.

For day trips you will often be able to use a skipper as well and prices will vary depending on the type of boat.

Bareboat Yacht Charter: For skilled sailors, a bareboat charter is cheaper and gives more privacy for you and your charter guests. Many sailors prefer to be helming the boat while choosing their own course, and provided you have the knowledge and relevant qualifications you can skipper these boats (typically up to 54 feet/16.5 metres in length) yourself.

Do You Need A Licence To Charter A Yacht In Largs

If you are on a gulet or skippered yacht charter you do not need a license to sail a yacht out of Largs. This is also the case where you are renting a small motorboat without a cabin for a day trip around the local islands or beaches.

You do need a license if you are on a bareboat yacht charter, here are some examples of sailing qualifications:

International Certificate of Competence: This is issued on request by your European sailing authority and you should automatically qualify with certain national sailing qualifications.

RYA Qualifications: If you have the following qualifications you will be able to take a bareboat charter out of Largs, these include Day Skipper (sail or motor endorsement), Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster.

American Sailing Association (ASA): The ASA 104 Bareboat certificate is commonly accepted.

US Sailing: The International Proficiency Certificate is widely accepted and The Bareboat Cruising Certificate is also accepted in many cases.

The main points to consider are what is your budget, have you got the necessary sailing experience and qualifications to manage the boat if it's not going to have a skipper, whom you are taking sailing, where exactly you wish to go and what will the weather be like on the proposed dates of your trip.

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Flamingo Yacht Charters

At Flamingo Yacht Charters, we offer an unrivalled fleet of quality modern yachts from our base at Largs Yacht Haven. Specialising in corporate, skippered and bareboat charter, we will always go the extra mile to ensure that you get your dream sailing experience. Our fleet consists of the newest charter yachts in Scotland ranging from 30-45 feet in size and sleeping up to 10 crew. Day trips, special experiences and longer holidays – let us create your perfect sailing adventure.

All of our yachts comply strictly to MCA safety rules and we make sure that they are fully equipped to ensure that you have everything that you will require on board. We are also working hard to keep our clients safe and have implemented strict cleaning protocols and digital handovers to reduce the risk of exposure to COVID-19. We also fog each of our yachts prior to your charter with professional grade antiviral products. With over 25 years of experience of operating on the Clyde, we are ready and waiting to welcome you to our part of the world and to share our enthusiasm for this amazing place that we are lucky enough to call home.

From our base at Largs, you can easily explore the sheltered waters of the Clyde, the awe-inspiring scenery of the Kyles of Bute and the majestic peaks of the Isle of Arran, or the old-world charm of the seaside resorts of Millport and Rothesay.

The area offers a huge variety of interesting passages and destinations, whether you are looking for the solitude of quiet anchorages or the bustle of busy fishing villages – the west coast of Scotland truly has it all.

Make sure to take the time to enjoy spotting the many species of wildlife that frequent these waters – seals, porpoise, dolphins, whales and basking sharks to name but a few. Bird watchers will also have a field day with seabirds too numerous to mention, from the comical little guillemots to the spectacular diving gannets.

Combine your sailing holiday with other interests; golf, cycling, mountain biking, hill walking, climbing and diving are just some of the activities available to those who like to keep fit. If relaxing a bit more whilst on holiday sounds closer to your style, there are plenty of opportunities to visit whisky distilleries and places of historic interest or to catch some of the local music festivals and Highland games which take place in the summer months. We are happy to help you to keep everyone in the crew entertained. Just ask us for more details.

For, the more adventurous sailors, why not venture around the Mull of Kintyre or plot a course across the North Channel to Ireland and Northern Ireland?

Or is you just fancy a day out with friends, why not try out Isle of Cumbrae Gin Experience – a fabulous skippered day of sailing including lunch on board and a tour with gin tasting at the craft gin distillery on the Isle of Cumbrae.

Allow us to reveal to you the amazing variety of scenery, wildlife and history that can be experienced in a short trip afloat in our part of the world. Get in touch today!

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Flamingo Yacht Charters, Largs Yacht Haven, Irvine Road, Largs, KA30 8EZ

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Welcome to Clyde Yacht Charters!

Clyde Yacht Charters operates out of Largs Yacht Haven on the west coast of mainland Scotland, in the heart of the Firth of Clyde.

Stretching from the tip of the Kintyre peninsula in the south to Loch Long and the Gare Loch in the north, and encompassing the islands of Arran, Bute and Cumbrae, the Clyde offers some of the best sailing grounds in Scotland, and arguably the world. As well as amazing sailing, the Clyde is home to much fascinating wildlife including seals, a huge range of seabirds, the occasional whale, basking sharks and porpoises. We have also had several experiences of dolphins playing in the bow wave – incredible! There is no shortage of dining opportunities and you will find a huge range of hotels and restaurants, many with visitor moorings, offering award-winning dining featuring the freshest possible seafood.

In fact, there is so much to say about the Firth of Clyde that we have given it its own page.

Clyde Yacht Charters was established in 2021 by three friends and keen sailors with many years (decades!) of sailing experience, particularly in the Clyde and the west coast of Scotland. We have been involved in the chartering business for several years.

The yachts we charter belong to us and we have enjoyed sailing them as friends and with our families for several seasons. We pride ourselves on knowing our boats inside out, and demand high standards of comfort and maintenance – we expect no less for our charterers than we do for ourselves. Each boat has an ongoing annual programme of maintenance and upgrades. All our boats are coded to MCA Cat 2.

We would be happy to discuss any issues, offer advice on the Clyde sailing grounds – from planning your trip to destinations, anchorages, facilities and restaurants.

The boats are getting ready and so are we!

We are very much looking forward to meeting our charterers in the next few weeks and months.

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Notes & Qualifications​

There are Qualifications***  that are required to charter our yachts. We follow the guidelines laid out by the RYA and the MCA. We request charterers to confirm they have appropriate qualifications and experience. For bareboat yacht charter on our smaller yachts (below 40ft) from Largs in the Clyde area and we ask that the designated Skipper in the charter party on each yacht should hold the  RYA Day Skipper qualification and that they or one member of  the crew should hold a VHF Radio Operators Licence and that a member of his crew has an equivalent sailing qualification or suitable experience to act as Mate on the Yacht.  

For the larger yachts, RYA Coastal Skipper or equivalent sailing experience, is required. Yachts can be chartered out-with the Clyde and from Oban. In this instance we ask that the designated Skipper in the charter party on each yacht should hold at least  RYA Coastal Skipper or Yachtmaster qualification, and a VHF Operators Licence. This can be waived if you can demonstrate having considerable previous experience.

If you have a  Day Skipper and/or other certificates but perhaps would like a little experience of the yacht’s handling qualities before  heading out, we will be prepared to accompany you for any handling exercise that you feel would be of benefit before you depart the marina.

If you would like some refresher training we can offer you the services of  RYA Instructor.

Please let us know where you would like to go if you’re not familiar with the Clyde or The Western Isles. Our Yacht Owners will be delighted to advise you on the local cruising area and on harbours and anchorages to visit and to give you some suggested routes for your charter. It’s a great cruising area. Largs & Oban have great transport links and are easy to get to by road, rail and by air. There are good pubs, restaurants, a good supermarket & great local facilities at both Largs Yacht Haven & at Oban Town Pontoons.

*** For visitors from abroad we recognise that you might well not hold the UK RYA Qualifications, however we are quite happy to accept equivalent qualifications.​

Travel Insurance We strongly recommend that charter clients should arrange travel insurance cover for cancellation and accident risks. Your current Holiday Insurance policy may not cover you for sailing activities so please check to ensure you have adequate cover.  If your policy does not seem to cover everything you need, then you can get an online quote and pay for your insurance through Haven Knox Johnston, Bishop Skinner or Topsail who offer a specialist Yachtsman's travel insurance policy.

Handover Information

Notes on Changeover days. Bare boat  Charter Times, Handovers and Handbacks. The normal handover times for weekly charters for our yachts are Saturday at 2pm

with a handback at 10am on the next  Saturday. Yachts should ideally be back in their berth at Largs & at Oban on the previous evening,  refuelled, cleaned and ready for the handback no later than 10.00 hours on the changeover day. Variations to these times may be possible  for example where weekend charters may be available. Crews can expect a comprehensive handover on the boat that normally will last about an hour. If you are new to the area we are quite happy to brief you on some of the best places to include in your itinerary. The handback will normally not last more than a few minutes so you can get away quite promptly. However, we do request that you keep a note of any malfunctioning items & breakages so that we can attend to them immediately.

Cleaning & Refuelling Cleaning.  We expect you to return the yacht to us in as clean and tidy a condition as you found it at the start of your charter. If you prefer not to thoroughly clean it at the end of your charter (in which case you should please inform us of this before you depart) then we will arrange for the yacht to be cleaned on its return and would request the cost of that from your security deposit. This could amount to £75. Refuelling. Unless otherwise agreed between us we will hand over the yacht to you with a full fuel tank and expect you to refill the fuel tank at your expense, on your return to Largs. If you prefer not to do this then we will have the boat re-fuelled and deduct the cost of fuel from your security deposit, together with a £40 boat handling charge (this handling charge will not be applied where exceptional circumstances or difficult weather conditions have prevented you from refuelling the yacht.) 

Berthing. Free berthing at Largs Yacht Haven for the duration of the charter, is included in the charter price for each yacht. Berthing at Oban Town Pontoons is free from when you start to when you leave on the day of your arrival. If you remain at Oban for the night after your Handover please settle the night's harbour berthing fees with the Harbourmaster. After your Charter, when you have completed the Handback at Oban Town Pontoons, please pay your night's harbour berthing dues to the Harbourmaster's Office. - Please replace empty cooking gas containers at the end of your charter or, with the agreement of the staff at handover/handback, assess the amount of gas used and pay for it. When chartering away from our home base you will be responsible for the Marina Fees you incur during your charter.

Extras included with the charter price.

Each yacht will be provided with a complete set of life jackets (plus two spares) all fitted with harnesses & have auto-inflation.  Safety lines are supplied for each life jacket. The dinghy/rib & outboard motor are provided free of charge. There will be at least one full cooking gas container at the start of your charter.

We would like you to agree the contents (roughly) at the start of the charter, for the bottle in use, agree how much you have used when you do the handback, and pay for the amount used.

Optional Extras.

Please bring your own bedding (sleeping bags, duvets, blankets, & pillows) and wet weather gear. We can occassionally hire bedding packs if you are sailing from Largs. They cost approximately £40 per pack, and should be ordered well in advance ! 

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Welcome to Largs Yacht Haven

Relax, unwind, and explore your charming surroundings, safe in the knowledge you’ll be well looked after during your stay. World-class service, comprehensive facilities, and a warm welcome awaits.

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Whether you're looking to stay for the day, the night, or the year, you're in safe hands at Largs. We pride ourselves on our customer service, and the safety of you , your crew and your boat.

Flexible contracts and attractive berthing solutions. Choose what works for you.

Explore a new cruising ground based at an award-winning marina for services and facilities.

Visitor Offer

Introducing our new Summer Visitor Berthing Offer giving great value pontoon berthing.

Boatyard & Marine Services

Lifting, launching, moving, refuelling, plus many more services. Our boatyard operates 7 days a week.

We have a range of great winter offers whether you want to stay afloat to enjoy peaceful winter sailing, or come ashore into our secure boatyard.

Why choose Largs?

Sheltered position, great access, friendly team, services & facilities, annual savings, news & stories.

Largs RNLI 200th anniversary supper interrupted by callout

There's only one thing that would stop the Largs RNLI Lifeboat crew from toasting the 200th anniversary of the RNLI - a callout!

Shipping Forecast Turns 100 - Take The Quiz

As the Maritime Coastguard Agency celebrate the 100th birthday for the famous Shipping Forecast, take the Quiz to test your knowledge of the UK Shipping Areas.

Certified Management status for Dave

The Marina Manager at Largs Yacht Haven has become one of a handful of managers worldwide to achieve the highly acclaimed status of Certified Marina Manager (CMM).

20 year reunion for Dame Ellen MacArthur

Two decades on, Dame Ellen MacArthur reunites with Maxine Duggins, one of the first young people to benefit from the Cancer Trust.

Largs receive Renewable Energy Guarantee certification

Largs Yacht Haven on the Firth of Clyde has received a Zero Carbon energy certification.

Autumn Gallery

We've been blessed with some incredible views this autumn. Check out some of our favourite photos from the past few weeks.

Double Decade Delight

We celebrate a major milestone for Dry Berthing Manager Neil.

2023 Regatta Racing Round Up

A Round Up of the 2023 Two Handed Race, concluding the Largs Regatta Festival

Record Entries for Largs Regatta Festival

Blessed with sunshine and light NW winds, the fleet created a stunning spectacle in Largs Channel and across the Firth of Clyde.

Yacht Haven Social Wall

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Charter Times for Flamingo Yachts

Flamingo yachts' charter times, weekly yacht charters:.

START: 14:00 on Saturday FINISH:10:00 the following Saturday. Yachts must be back in Largs Yacht Haven on the Friday evening.

WEEKEND YACHT CHARTERS:

START: 14:00 on Friday FINISH: 17:00 on Sunday Yachts must be back in Largs Yacht Haven by 16:00 on Saturday.

LONG WEEKEND YACHT CHARTERS:

START: 16:00 on Friday FINISH: 10:00 on Tuesday Yachts must be back in Largs Yacht Haven on the Monday evening.

MID-WEEK YACHT CHARTERS:

START: 14:00 on Tuesday FINISH: 10:00 on Friday Yachts must be back in Largs Yacht Haven on the Thursday evening.

Please select your yacht or Contact Us for rates & availability.

BOOKING & SECURITY DEPOSITS

Booking deposit.

A booking deposit of 30% of the value of your charter is required to secure your booking. This must be paid in full at the time of booking. Please note that we no longer charge a 2% credit card fee.

Security Deposit

• Bareboat charters within the Clyde: £2,000 per yacht.
• Bareboat charters sailing out-with the Clyde: £2,500 per yacht.
• Skippered charters: £1,500 per yacht.

Security deposits should be paid in full at least 7 days prior to your arrival and will be refunded within 14 days of completion of charter (as long as no damage is sustained.)

A bareboat yacht charter does not include bedding. You may bring your own or you may hire from us. Choose from:

• Sleeping bag, sleeping bag liner, pillow & pillow case : £40 per charter
• Single duvet, cover, bottom sheet, pillow & pillow case : £40 per charter
• Cosy fleece blanket : £10 per charter
• Towel : £10 per charter
• Pillow & pillowcase : £10 per charter

WATERPROOFS & WELLINGTONS

We like to make sure that you are kitted out properly before you set off. Whatever the weather here in Scotland, we've got you covered with our high quality waterproofs and wellingtons available to hire.

• Waterproofs (set of jacket and trousers) : £50 per week
• Wellington boots : £15 per week

All boats have a compulsory cleaning fee which will be added to the price of your yacht charter

• Yachts up to 35 feet in length : £95
• Yachts of 35 feet or above : £125.

All boats must be returned to us fully refuelled. In a hurry or don't fancy negotiating the fuel berth at the end of your trip? Why not choose our refuelling service?

• Refuelling service : £50 plus cost of any fuel used.

Refuelling service can be selected as an extra when making your booking.

SKIPPER HIRE

If you would like to hire one of our yachts but don't want to be responsible for taking control or don't have the correct sailing qualifications, why not hire a professional skipper? If you wish to hire additional crew, we also offer hire of a First Mate for your trip.

• Skipper hire : £250 per day
• First Mate hire - £150 per day.

Sit back relax and feel enjoy Scottish yacht charter at its best!

Don't forget to add all of your extras to your booking to ensure that you create your ideal sailing holiday.

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