Individual Bookings

1. Deposits and Payments

• A non-refundable deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking.

• Bookings are not confirmed until the full deposit is received.

• Failure to pay the deposit will result in automatic cancellation of the booking.

• Balance of payment is due 60 days prior to the scheduled charter departure date.

2. Cancellations and Booking Changes (within 90 days)

All payments, including deposits, are non-refundable, non-transferable, and cannot be rescheduled for cancellations or changes made within 90 days of your scheduled departure.
This policy applies for any reason, including but not limited to: illness, change of mind, scheduling conflicts, or unforeseen personal circumstances.

3. Cancellations and Changes (more than 90 days)

Cancellations or changes made more than 90 days before departure may be eligible for rescheduling or transfer, subject to availability and Apache Charters' discretion.

Whole Boat Charters (Private Group Bookings)

1. Deposit Terms

• A $6,000 deposit (equivalent to 12 passengers at $500 each) is required.

• Bookings are only confirmed once the full deposit is received.

• A 7-day grace period is provided for deposit payment. Failure to pay in this period will result in cancellation.
  Extensions may be granted at Apache Charters’ discretion upon request.

• Receipt of any payment from an individual is deemed acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

• The full balance must be paid 60 days prior to departure.

2. Final Payments

The full balance must be paid 60 days prior to departure.

3. Cancellations/Reductions Within 90 Days

If one or more members cancel within 90 days of the charter, the group must still pay for a minimum of 12 passengers.
No portion of any payment (including deposits) is refundable, transferable, or eligible for rescheduling under any circumstance.

4. Cancellations/Reductions More Than 90 Days Prior

For cancellations more than 90 days prior:

• Apache Charters may, at its discretion, assist in sourcing replacement guests to meet the 12-person minimum.

• An administration and advertising fee of $250 will apply for any changes.

• If Apache cannot find replacements, the original booking remains fully payable.

• All deposits and payments remain non-refundable.

5. Internal Transfers

Prior to 90 days before departure, internal transfers of a deposit/payment is permitted only if the organiser provides a replacement who has paid in full. Once the replacement has paid, the original payment will be refunded to the cancelling party.

6. Passenger Responsibility

The group organiser is responsible for distributing all Terms & Conditions and itinerary information to each guest.

Apache Charters reserves the right to cancel or postpone charters due to adverse weather, mechanical failure, or unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, charters will be rescheduled within a 12-month period, and no refunds will be provided.

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Apache Charters - Terms & Conditions

1. Fishing Licence and Compliance

All passengers aboard Apache Charters’ licensed fishing vessel Lady Grace are exempt from holding a Recreational Fishing Boat Licence (RFBL), as this is covered under Apache Charters’ annual licence with the Western Australian Department of Fisheries.

2. Liability, Risks & Fitness Requirements

Charters operate in remote areas and may involve physical risks. By participating, passengers acknowledge and accept all risks associated with their journey, including illness, injury, or death.

Apache Charters accepts no responsibility for:

• Passenger fitness or medical conditions.

• Illness, injury, or death during the charter.

• Loss, theft, or damage of personal belongings.

• Connecting travel delays or missed charter departure.

Guests must be medically and physically fit. If any condition (e.g., back problems, mobility issues) may impact safety or comfort, it must be disclosed before paying deposit. Apache reserves the right to cancel a booking or refuse boarding without refund if a guest is deemed unfit to travel.

3. Seasickness & Medications

Apache Charters does not provide seasickness medication. Guests are responsible for bringing and taking appropriate medication as needed. No refunds will be provided for seasickness-related issues.

4. Fishing Regulations

All fishing activities will comply with current Western Australian Department of Fisheries regulations, which are subject to change.

5. Personal Effects

Apache Charters is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to personal items. Comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.

6. Food Allergies

Due to remote locations and shared kitchen facilities, Apache Charters cannot cater to guests with severe or anaphylactic food allergies. We will not accept bookings from guests with these requirements. 

7. COVID-19 and Health Regulations

Guests are responsible for complying with all relevant COVID-19 health directives. No refunds will be provided due to failure to comply or resulting cancellations.

8. Travel Insurance

Strongly recommended. Travel insurance should cover cancellations, illness, medical treatment, lost luggage, and travel disruptions.

9. Fuel Surcharge

Future bookings may be subject to a fuel surcharge, at the discretion of Apache Charters based on current market rates.

10. Intoxication Policy

Do not arrive at the vessel intoxicated. For safety reasons, any guest deemed intoxicated at boarding will be denied entry and forfeit all monies paid.

11. Refunds Policy 

No refunds are available 90 days prior to your charter - under any circumstances. All deposits and payments are final. Guests are advised to obtain travel insurance. Deposits are not refundable under any circumstances.

Last updated: 7 April 2025