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Derwent Sailing Squadron

4.5(56 reviews)

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Meet Derwent Sailing Squadron, a boat or yacht rental operator in Tasmania, based at 23 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia. The squadron hires out boats and yachts for use on the Derwent estuary and beyond. Vessels suit a range of group sizes and outing plans.

Members and visitors can arrange boat and yacht rentals through the squadron, with options for different crew sizes and trip lengths. A licence is not required for the rental options, so hirers can take the helm without prior boating qualifications. Rentals include the boat and its standard equipment, with fuel and any extra arrangements discussed at booking. The squadron holds a 4.5 out of 5 rating from 56 customer reviews, placing it among the higher-scoring rental outfits in the area. The website at http://dssinc.org.au/ lists the fleet and booking details.

Opening hours are arranged around departures, so bookings are confirmed ahead of arrival. Photos on the listing show the boats and the waterfront setting at Sandy Bay.

Tasmania is reached by Bass Strait car ferry, and the squadron sits close to Hobart, making it easy to combine a rental with time in the city. Tasmanian devils survive in the wild only in Tasmania, which also has wombats, quolls and pademelons. The island's climate brings warm, sunny weather for much of the year, and visitors can plan a day on the water around the milder months.

Frequently Asked Questions

What boats can you rent from Derwent Sailing Squadron?

Derwent Sailing Squadron operates from Tasmania and its site at http://dssinc.org.au/ sets out the boats it offers. The squadron's fleet is tied to Tasmanian waters, where Australian island communities keep strong fishing and surf lifesaving traditions.

Where is Derwent Sailing Squadron based on Tasmania?

Derwent Sailing Squadron is based at 23 Marieville Esplanade, Sandy Bay TAS 7005, Australia. That puts it in Tasmania, part of the Australian island group, on the edge of Sandy Bay.

How do customers rate Derwent Sailing Squadron?

Derwent Sailing Squadron holds a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 56 reviews. That score reflects how renters judge the boats and service on Tasmania, an island with convict sites from the early nineteenth century, including Port Arthur, now a World Heritage Site.

How many reviews does Derwent Sailing Squadron have?

Derwent Sailing Squadron has 56 reviews, with a rating of 4.5 out of 5. The feedback comes from customers hiring boats on Tasmania, where Tasmanian devils survive in the wild alongside wombats, quolls and pademelons.

Do you need a licence to rent a boat from Derwent Sailing Squadron?

Derwent Sailing Squadron sits near Hobart, and the nearby places also take in Launceston, Devonport, Burnie, Cradle Mountain, Bicheno, Swansea and Strahan. Anyone hiring a boat should hold a valid licence or permit for the vessel, along with any deposit and insurance the operator requires.

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