June 1 – August 31
No membership fees. No initiation fees. Simply assemble your qualified crew, choose your charter dates, and sail.
All charters are subject to availability and Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC’s screening, crew qualification, and approval requirements. Submission of a charter request does not guarantee approval.
Charter Rates
| Charter Type | Period | Crew | Base Rate | Multi-Day Discount | Charter Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weekday Charter (Mon–Thurs) | Day Charter | 3–6 | $635 | — | $635 |
| Weekend Day Charter (Fri–Sun) | Day Charter | 3–6 | $955 | — | $955 |
| Weekend Charter (any 2 of Fri–Sun) | Day Charter | 3–6 | $1,910 | 12.5% | $1,671.25 |
| Long Weekend Charter (Fri–Sun) | Day Charter | 3–6 | $2,865 | 17.5% | $2,363.63 |
| Week Charter (7 consecutive days) | Day Charter | 3–6 | $5,405 | 25% | $4,053.75 |
Additional Fees & Rates
Initial Screening and Background Check
$195 for the primary charterer, initial charter only
This fee applies as part of the primary charterer’s initial screening and approval process.
Check-Out Sail
$695 per person
A Check-Out Sail may be required when additional evaluation is needed before charter approval. Details are provided below.
Administrative Fees
Administrative fees may apply based on the charter type, duration, and operational requirements, including bareboat, instructor-led, captained, and extended-boundary charters.
VIP Access Pass
The VIP Access Pass provides priority access to Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC charters, discounts, and select sailing experiences.
VIP Access Pass Rate
$695 for 12 months
Benefits
• Advance charter reservations up to 12 months ahead, subject to deposit requirements
• Priority access to holiday and special-event charters
• Invitations to select Rabbit Hole Sailing VIP gatherings and events
• Early notice of instructional and skill-development opportunities
• 10% discount on standard published charter rates while the pass is active
Prospective VIP Access Pass holders must apply and complete Rabbit Hole Sailing’s standard screening and approval process.
A limited number of passes are available.
For sailors who charter several times each year, the VIP Access Pass may quickly pay for itself.
Charter Eligibility & Crew Requirements
Every bareboat charter aboard SV Rabbit Hole requires a minimum operational crew of three capable sailors.
Two Approved to Charter Sailors
At least two sailors aboard must be individually screened and approved by Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC to charter SV Rabbit Hole.
US Sailing Bareboat Cruising certification, or equivalent training and experience, is an excellent place to start.
Approval is based on certifications, documented experience, local knowledge, vessel-handling experience, and overall suitability. Depending on the sailor’s qualifications, approval may be granted based on:
• Initial screening and sailing resume
• Documented experience, referrals, and/or observed performance during an instructor-led Skills Development Sail
• Successful completion of a Check-Out Sail aboard SV Rabbit Hole
Not sure whether you qualify? Contact us. We would be happy to discuss your experience and help identify the best pathway to charter approval.
One Qualified Supporting Sailor
The third required sailor does not need to complete Rabbit Hole Sailing’s full screening and approval process.
The supporting sailor must hold at least US Sailing Basic Cruising certification or demonstrate equivalent sailing experience acceptable to Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC.
Documentation of certification or experience may be required before departure.
Additional Guests
Once the minimum operational crew requirements are satisfied, additional crew members, family members, friends, or guests may join the charter within the vessel’s approved bareboat capacity.
Maximum persons aboard for bareboat charters: 8
Check-Out Sail
A Check-Out Sail gives experienced sailors an opportunity to demonstrate competency aboard SV Rabbit Hole while becoming familiar with the vessel and Rabbit Hole Sailing’s operating procedures.
Rate
$695 per person
Format
• 4–6 hour competency evaluation aboard SV Rabbit Hole with an approved instructor or evaluator
• One or two sailors may attempt qualification during the session
• Vessel orientation and competency discussion
• Evaluation of docking, close-quarters maneuvering, sail handling, reefing, seamanship, navigation, safety procedures, and vessel systems
• Post-sail evaluation and qualification discussion
A Check-Out Sail is a competency evaluation. Completion does not guarantee charter approval.
All charter approvals remain at the discretion of Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC and may include operating restrictions, additional training or experience requirements, or other conditions appropriate to the sailor, vessel, and intended charter.
Instructor-Led Skill Development
Instructor-led charters may be available for sailors preparing for a Check-Out Sail or seeking additional experience aboard SV Rabbit Hole.
Skill-development sessions may focus on areas such as:
• Vessel orientation and systems
• Docking and close-quarters maneuvering
• Sail handling and reefing
• Navigation and passage planning
• Crew coordination and seamanship
• Preparation for extended-boundary sailing
Standard charter rates plus instructional fees apply. Experience and certification requirements vary based on the intended training area and operating boundaries.
Instructor-led charters are intended for skill refinement and seamanship development. They are not substitutes for formal certification courses.
US Sailing certification courses are offered separately through Pacific Wayfinder Sailing Academy.
For instructional courses aboard SV Rabbit Hole:
Maximum course capacity: 6 students plus 1 instructor
Let’s Get You Sailing
Ready to plan your summer charter aboard SV Rabbit Hole?
Contact Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC:
steele@rabbitholesailing.com
775-315-4315
No membership. No initiation fees. Just a clear path to more time on the water.
Right to Refuse or Terminate Service
Rabbit Hole Sailing, LLC reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to decline, refuse, or terminate any charter request or booking at any time for lawful reasons.
These reasons may include safety concerns, unsatisfactory references, background check results, prior incidents or damage history, failure to meet crew qualification requirements, impairment, policy violations, or any other factor that may affect safe and responsible vessel operations.
Prior charter participation or approval does not guarantee future acceptance. Each charter request is evaluated based on current information, the proposed crew, intended operations, vessel availability, and other relevant operational considerations.
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