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Our passion is people and creating memorable experiences that will last a lifetime. Equanimity Luxury Charters offers luxury custom packages, sunset cruises, and multi-day wellness retreats to nourish your mind, body and spirit.  We do our best to make sure your every need is cared for so that you have a smooth sailing while on board as we guide you to explore the beautiful gulf islands.

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Our homeport is easy to access and located in the heart of downtown, Nanaimo, British Columbia at the W.E Mills Landing & Marina / Cameron Island Dock.  Use our google maps widget to get directions directly to our homeport via your smart device. Thank you for visiting our website. 

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Our team offers various retreats that focus solely on your overall health using sacred plant remedies.

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Charters With Dean

Dip your toe into a world of  possibilities. Charters with Dean are customizable so that you can plan your own trip.

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West Coast Luxury Wellness Packages

From healthy menus to extraordinary results, wellness retreats will help you focus on loving yourself.

Virtual Tour Of Equanimity

Equanimity is a luxury yacht that has world class options to offer. We invite you to learn more about our retreats and charters. Equanimity offers a  360 degree of  beautiful   scenery .

Take a moment and dive into Equanimity's virtual tour while planning your dream experience.

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Pender Island

Pender Island is one of the Southern Gulf Islands located in the Gulf of Georgia, British Columbia, Canada.

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Salt Spring

Surrounded by the Salish Sea, between Vancouver Island and BC's Lower Mainland, sits the vibrant rural island community.

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Mayne Island

Mayne Island is small and friendly, positioned about halfway between the lower mainland of British Columbia.

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Saturna Island

Saturna Island is a mountainous island, about 31 square kilometres (12 sq mi) in size, in the Southern Gulf Islands chain of BC.

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Custom Charters

We offer custom charters for our guests that have a special place in mind. We offer various packages that you can customize.

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Desolation Sound

Desolation Sound Marine Park is a boater's paradise! With over 6,350 acres of shoreline and water, it is the largest Marine Park in B.C.

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  • Does Barbara offer custom workshops? Yes! Please contact us via the contact form at the bottom of this page or on our contact page to craft a custom experience with Barbara.
  • What's involved in a workshop with Barbara? Barbara offers an experience.
  • How many days is a wellness retreat? A wellness retreat can last up to 5 days, please view our booking page to craft your custom charter experience.
  • What type of food can guests expect on board? We accommodate each client and their needs, each meal aligns with our sacred remedies.
  • How many people are allowed on a retreat? Day trips allow a maximum of 6 people, and overnight charters allow up to 4 people.
  • Do you offer vegan meals on board? Yes, we do!
  • How do i contact Barbara? Use the form at the bottom of the page

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To prepare for your upcoming charter in our spectacular cruising ground visit:    Client Services   page and our Itineraries.

However please call:  250 754 8601 or email [email protected] for any direct information

Rebooking/Cancellation Policy for Bareboat Charters

>89 before departure , fees are $400 to rebook* and $600 to cancel, plus any transfer fees and applicable tax.  * All rebookings must occur within 12-months.

89-60 days before departure , cancellation fees are 25% of the total charter fee plus applicable tax.

59-0 days before departure , no refunds.

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We recommend purchasing travel insurance for protection against cancellation penalties and/or unforeseeable circumstances such as an emergency medical evacuation.

Nanaimo Yacht Charters & Sailing School is privately owned and not affiliated  with any other charter company.

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The Yacht Engine is the leading boat rental and yacht charter marketplace worldwide with over 45,000 boat listings across 65 + countries worldwide, with boats of all types available for rental and including peer-to-peer boat listings.

FIRST HOME - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1988
  • Length : 92 ft
  • Boat type : Motor Yacht

ASCENTE - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1994
  • Guests : 12
  • Berths : 12
  • Length : 112 ft

TABULA RASA - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

TABULA RASA

  • Build year : 2001
  • Length : 57 ft

Dauntless - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Alaska, Bahamas, Mexico 2

  • Build year : 2002

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  • Build year : 1997
  • Length : 116 ft

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  • Build year : 1967
  • Length : 90 ft

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Snow Goose - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1973
  • Length : 65 ft

namaste - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Caribbean, Canada 2

  • Build year : 2016
  • Length : 78 ft
  • Boat type : Catamaran

pacific yellowfin - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

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  • Build year : 1943
  • Length : 114 ft

LAST CALL - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Alaska, Bahamas, Mexico 2

  • Guests : 10
  • Berths : 10
  • Length : 132 ft

blackwood - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1998
  • Length : 103 ft

northern light - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

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  • Build year : 1987
  • Length : 74 ft

At The Yacht Engine 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. The Yacht Engine 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 Nanaimo

Where it comes to chartering or renting boats in Nanaimo below is a list of the typical types of boats that you can hire on The Yacht Engine 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 Nanaimo it's worthwhile searching nearby locations as your chosen boat type might be available nearby.

When searching a geographical area on The Yacht Engine 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 Nanaimo you typically have two choices - bareboat yacht hire or skippered yacht charter.

When using The Yacht Engine 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 Nanaimo

If you are on a gulet or skippered yacht charter you do not need a license to sail a yacht out of Nanaimo. 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 Nanaimo, 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.

Frequently asked questions

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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A very good charter company to deal with.

Our charter was delayed for two years because of Covid and because we are UK customers the rearrangements were complicated, but Nanaimo Yacht Charters were flexible and thoroughly trustworthy in their dealings. It was a pleasure to charter a sailing boat from them which was well maintained and thoroughly fit for purpose. We had no problems and NYC dealt with any queries in an efficient and knowledgable way. I am happy to recommend NYC without reservation.

I have been chartering sailboats in the Gulf Islands for 25 years. We have just completed another successful cruise with NYCSS. Ian and his staff maintain their fleet meticulously and are a real pleasure to deal with. I recommend them heartily.

Very nice staff, but they should have explained chartplotter and battery monitoring. Boat, Atmosphere, worked well and was roomy, but did use a lot of fuel. It also had a few minor problems but did not interfere with our having fun. We had it for 3 weeks and went to the Broughtons and Desolation Sound.

Our second time renting from NYC and another great experience. From booking to the office staff and all the dock staff made our charter extremely enjoyable. The staff assisted us with getting our gear down to the boat and made us feel welcomed right from the moment we arrived. We stayed on the boat one night pre charter and the staff were excellent. We will be back.

Absolutely fantastic organization to charter from. They we so helpful and attentive it made the experience far more comfortable than I would have expected. We chartered the Kinami, a 38' trawler and it was perfectly outfitted and prepared. They had details and manuals for everything and that made the boat so easy to enjoy. I've owned boats, chartered boats and been around boats most of my life and Nanaimo Yacht Charters may been the single best experience to date. We did Desolation Sound and it was simply stunning. Loved the team, loved the boat. Highly recommend.

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Many thanks to the whole crew at Nanaimo yacht charters. Even before arrival, Emily and Claire took extremely good care of us; patiently and promptly answering our many questions whether by phone or email. Upon arrival we felt very welcome and the boat was in excellent shape and ready to go. Isaac provided a thorough briefing on the vessel after we had a little time to go through the boat. During the cruise, when we had a couple of technical questions Trevor always answered the phone and went through the issue quickly. Overall we felt very well taken care of. Oh… and I forgot the courtesy car, which was a lifesaver in terms of provisioning and also allowed us to have a great dinner in Nanaimo on our last night. The whole experience and area we covered was remarkable, this has to rank as one of the most beautiful cruising grounds in the world and we highly recommend Nanaimo Yacht Charters as the base from which to start.

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Borrow A Boat is the leading boat rental and yacht charter marketplace worldwide with over 45,000 boat listings across 65 + countries worldwide, with boats of all types available for rental and including peer-to-peer boat listings.

FIRST HOME - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1988
  • Length : 92 ft
  • Boat type : Motorboat

ASCENTE - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1994
  • Guests : 12
  • Berths : 12
  • Length : 112 ft

TABULA RASA - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

TABULA RASA

  • Build year : 2001
  • Length : 57 ft
  • Boat type : Power Catamaran

Dauntless - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Alaska, Bahamas, Mexico 2

  • Build year : 2002

SUMMERTIME II - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

SUMMERTIME II

  • Build year : 1997
  • Length : 116 ft

BEAR PAW - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1967
  • Length : 90 ft

Snow Goose - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1973
  • Length : 65 ft

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namaste - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Caribbean, Canada 2

  • Build year : 2016
  • Length : 78 ft
  • Boat type : Catamaran

pacific yellowfin - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

pacific yellowfin

  • Build year : 1943
  • Length : 114 ft

LAST CALL - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Alaska, Bahamas, Mexico 2

  • Guests : 10
  • Berths : 10
  • Length : 132 ft

blackwood - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

  • Build year : 1998
  • Length : 103 ft

northern light - Yacht Charter Nanaimo & Boat hire in Pacific North West & Canada 2

northern light

  • Build year : 1987
  • Length : 74 ft
  • Boat type : RIB

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, motorboat, 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 Nanaimo

Where it comes to chartering or renting boats in Nanaimo 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 [location name] 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.

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 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 captain.

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 captain 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 captain 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.

Captained Yacht Charter or Bareboat

When it comes to boat rental or yacht charter in Nanaimo you typically have two choices - bareboat yacht rental or captained yacht charter.

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

Captained Charter: A captained 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 captain, 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 captains 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 captain 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 captain these boats (typically up to 54 feet/16.5 metres in length) yourself.

Do You Need A Licence To Charter A Yacht In Nanaimo

If you are on a gulet or captained yacht charter you do not need a license to sail a yacht out of Nanaimo. 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 Nanaimo, 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.

​You will typically pay 50% up front on booking the yacht hire and the balance on arrival. You will either pay a security deposit with your credit card on departure or can get insurance covering damage in advance. In some cases (such as the recent Covid situation) charter companies may be more flexible but this depends on the individual charter companies themselves.

If you are at sea and in danger, call MAYDAY on VHF Ch16 or ring the coast guard on your phone if you have reception. If you have a mechanical fault and can make it to or are on a mooring you will be able to phone a help line number given by the boat charter company.

You should consider do you have the experience to handle the yacht charter or boat rental before you book and where do you want to go along with what the weather will be like. Bring warm weather and cool weather clothing if it looks like the weather can be cool as well as warm and remember at sea it can be cool on most evenings.

If you want to sail without a captain then you will need relevant qualifications like RYA Day Skipper/International Certificate of Competence (ICC)/ASA 104 Bareboat certificate or the US Sailing Certificate. For small 'day boats' or if you choose to have a skippered on board your yacht charter you typically don't require licences.

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    Nanaimo Yacht Charter currently operates 21 charter yachts in its fleet and it has bases in Townsite Marina. Yacht pick-up time is between 17:00 - 21:00 daily, and drop-off can be arranged between 07:00 - 09:00. In case you are arriving early, Nanaimo Yacht Charter offers an early boat check-in for an extra charge.

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