727-403-5469
Charter Boat and Yacht Delivery Captain
Captain Michael Erturk - 25 ton Master USCG license.
Are you in need of your vessel moved or relocated?
Do you need a well qualified Captain for your boat or yacht?
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You’re in good hands with Captain Michael Erturk.
With decades of boating experience and well known in many facets of the boating industry,
you and your vessel are sure to be safe.
I have a degree in Mechanical Engineering and have years of experience with:
fuel, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical repairs and upgrades.
I have transported and driven many boats and yachts to and from various boat shows, also relocated boats for out of town clients.
I also offer pick up and drop off service for those times when the alcohol gets the best of you on your day out...It’s not worth the risk, we will get your vessel back safely and discreetly so you can continue to enjoy your boating lifestyle without issue!
Contact me for all your needs and wants. We are sure to make them happen, and we will make sure you and your vessel are treated with the utmost respect and care!
- Delivery Services Available -
Pricing listed below
What We Do...
Vessel Transport, Cleaning, Maintenance, Provisional, more…
For over 35 years, I have been able to utilize and transport many different types of vessels.
I have moved vessels back-and-forth to and from boat shows in various areas of Florida when time was of the essence.
When I was performing Pace Boat duties at poker runs and races, I always maintained a high level of leadership, coupled with knowledge of the areas, all while maintaining the utmost safety!
In keeping up with the current technologies of all the GPS and mapping equipment, I am always sure to be on top of all the instrumentation, while verifying accurate functions of each unit.
We make sure to be on top of all the instrumentation, while verifying accurate functions of each unit.
Whether it’s SimRad, Lowrance, Garmin, etc, We are very familiar with current GPS and mapping equipment in todays technologies.
List of some vessels I have captained...
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38'ft Wellcraft Scarab go-fast, Twin 502 Mag MPI
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45' Wellcraft Excalibur Sport Cruiser, Twin 496 Mag HO
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31' Fountain TE Center Console, Twin Mercury 250
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30' Monterey 298SS Sport Cruiser, twin Mercruiser 350
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30' Baja 29' Outlaw, Twin Mercruiser 454 Mag
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38' Donzi ZRC Center Console Triple Mercury 275
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28' Funship pontoons with slide Single 250 OB
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24' Hurricane Deckboat single 250
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co-captain on 80' Sunseeker Predator triple inboard diesel
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Various vessels for boat shows
Let us know how we can help help you with your vessel safely!
***Captain For Hire & Yacht Delivery:
•Captain’s Fee: $400-500/Day
•Provisions: Inquire, based on owner's needs.
*** Vessel Maintenance & Management:
•Inquire about your needs.
•Hourly Maintenance Rates: $40-$65/Hour
Yacht and boat Service - minor maintenance repairs. If we are unable to perform the service, we have well qualified sources of suppliers and vendors. Prices can vary.
*** Vessel Orientation & Training:
•$250 includes the first 3 hours.
•Additional hours at $75/hour.
•Orientation includes:
•Electronic systems orientation,
•Docking and departing
•Basic maintenance
•Understanding local Nav laws
•Pre-trip and post-trip inspections
•Various anchoring
•More...
Whether you need your boat or yacht prepared for the day, or for the entire weekend, I have a team that will deliver all your needs and put them away as you desire. This Elite service allows you to avoid all the stress of gathering all your provisional items and putting them all away. And then when you are done, we will clean up and make sure your vessel is in tip top condition...ready for its next adventure!
Let us know what you need and we will make it all happen!
Don’t Sweat It
Credit, Cash, And electronic payments accepted
I firmly believe this is one of my strongest qualities when compared against other charter boat and yacht delivery services. I put together a team that is more than happy to answer any of your questions before, during, and after the entire process. I don't stop until everything is done right!
Available When You Need Me
Competitive Pricing
Driven by quality, I’ve been experienced with a great deal of vessels long enough to know how important it is to provide top notch delivery service and real customer service. I'm there for clients whenever they need me. When you need help or guidance on which product to choose, trust the real pro.
Payment Terms & Conditions:
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Typically 50% deposit due when scheduling, with the remainder due upon arrival at final destination.
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Rates are for most power vessels.
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A full day is 8-10 hrs or until we find our port for the night
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Transportation will be included in the final invoice, along with complete Captain’s report of delivery, stops, fuel, events, transient dockage, distance traveled, and receipts during voyage.
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The owner is responsible for all expenses incurred, transportation, meals, fuel, repairs, dockage, and any other expense incurred while delivering the vessel to its destination.
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Once the vessel is docked and secured at the final destination, the clock stops for the yacht owner.
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All boats/yachts require minimum one captain and optional one crew member.
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Yachts over 80 feet require one captain and two crew for safety reasons.
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All crew are qualified and licensed personnel and will treat your vessel with the utmost respect.
Here’s a list of some of our customers…