Hire a yacht or learn to sail in Australia with South West Yacht Charters

South West Yacht Charters is a Sail Training and Bare Boat Yacht Hire Company located in Bunbury, near Perth Western Australia.

We are a recognised RYA and Yachting Australia Training center

Bunbury is a short drive south of Perth and is our Sailing School base.

When you're not sailing there is plenty of snorkeling, diving, swimming, restaurants and wineries to keep you busy.

Yacht Hire and Sailing Holidays

Geographe Bay is a great sailing holiday destination. We can provide you with a modern Jeanneau yacht to explore, relax and escape. The Bay is ideal for families and has lots of beaches and towns to visit. Have a look at our sailing holiday page for details of itineraries MORE

Learn to Sail Practical and Theory Courses (RYA and YA accredited)

Learn to sail in Western Australia with Chardonnay Coast Sailing. We specialise in live aboard cruising and can teach you every thing you need for the cruising lifestyle. Courses include:

Start Yachting

Competent Crew

Day Skipper

Coastal Skipper

Yachtmaster Preparation

RYA/YA Cruising Instructor

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Mile Builder Sailing

Our sailing mile builders take you along the Western Australian coast and experience true offshore and over night sailing. Bunbury - Rottnest passage coming up. You can build your miles for a Yachtmaster or simply enjoy the experience. New range available.
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STCW Certification

We can provide STCW training to the full Certificate of Safety at Sea (includes fire) This is the basic maritime safety training required for sea and is a key pathway for professional careers at sea. The course is held over nine days.

Au$2155

Beneteau Oceanis 46 Arriving September

Brand new Oceanis 46 for longer passages.

Join us on this exciting new roomy yacht fully equipped for coastal cruising.

Over 50s Yachtmasters

Over 50? Thinking of leaving work at last for a change of lifestyle?

We have a special Yachtmaster program for those planning to cruise as a lifestyle either single handed or as a couple.

In addition to the normal fast track program you will hear from people who have been out there and done it. How to look after your self, keep fit and make the most of your cruising life.

We will also include special sessions on short handed berthing, heavy weather management and keeping the yacht going when things break.

If you are changing your life after a life time at work then this program is for you and you will be joining other like minded people to share your ideas and plans.

NEW: Online Internet Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper Theory Course.

RYA/YA recognised internet course with support from Yachtmaster Instructor. Immediate feedback via online marking. Its a great way to achieve your Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper theory certifcate during winter studying at home in front of the fire. Special winter price Au$640
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Special Winter Skippers package

Combine any online theory course with a practical course for the special price of $1695 for the two - Applies to Day Skipper and Coastal Skipper courses. Complete the theory over winter and take the practical in spring. Courses can be completed within 12 months

Learn how to use a sextant and navigate using sun and star sights. A must for ocean going sailors. Contact us to express your interest in online courses starting in 2010 MORE »

RYA Fast track Yachtmaster Courses (MCA recognised)

If you are new to sailing or have limited experience then see our yachtmaster fasttrack courses. An RYA/YA Yachtmaster can be recognised for Commercial purposes for vessels to 24 meters and is a fast track to entering the sailing industry.

Sail our open ocean west coast and you can sail anywhere with confidence.

2010 Special Price $13200 MORE »

South West Yacht Charters, Bunbury and Busselton Western Australia