Cancellation Timeline
Yacht charters can be cancelled free of charge up to 48 hours before departure, with a full refund. Experiences can be cancelled free of charge up to 24 hours before the activity, with a full refund. Refunds are measured from your scheduled departure or activity time. Each listing shows its exact terms before you pay; where a listing states different terms, the listing applies.
- Yacht charters, 48+ hours before departure - Full refund
- Yacht charters, 24-48 hours before departure - 50% refund, or move your date free of charge within 30 days
- Yacht charters, less than 24 hours before departure - No refund; we can move your date if the yacht is free, which may carry an AED 200 admin fee
- Experiences, 24+ hours before the activity - Full refund
- Experiences, less than 24 hours before the activity - No refund; we can move your date subject to availability
- No-shows - No refund
How to Request a Refund
To request a refund, please follow these steps:
- Contact our customer service team via email at refunds@infiniayachts.com
- Include your booking reference number and charter date
- Provide a brief reason for the cancellation
- Our team will process your request within 3-5 business days
Refund Processing
Once your refund request is approved:
Refunds are processed to the original payment method used for booking. Credit card refunds typically appear within 5-10 business days, depending on your financial institution.
- • Refunds are processed within 5-7 business days of approval
- • You will receive email confirmation when refund is initiated
- • Bank processing times may vary by institution
- • International transactions may take up to 14 business days
Non-Refundable Items
The following items and services are non-refundable:
- Special event packages booked during peak seasons (New Year's Eve, Eid, National Day)
- Customized catering orders placed with external vendors
- Third-party services already contracted (photographers, entertainers)
- Add-on services consumed or delivered before cancellation
- Insurance fees and administrative charges
Weather-Related Cancellations
We understand that Dubai's weather is generally favorable, but safety is our priority:
If we cancel your charter due to unsafe weather conditions (storms, high winds, rough seas), you will receive a full refund or the option to reschedule at no additional cost.
Weather-related decisions are made by our experienced captains and are final for safety reasons.
Modifications to Bookings
Need to change your booking instead of canceling? We're flexible:
- Date changes are free if requested 48+ hours before a yacht charter or 24+ hours before an experience, subject to availability
- Later changes follow the cancellation timeline above
- Yacht upgrades are subject to availability and price difference
- Downgrades may result in a credit voucher (not cash refund) for the difference
Exceptional Circumstances
We understand that life can be unpredictable. In exceptional circumstances such as:
Medical emergencies (with documentation), bereavement, or travel restrictions imposed by authorities, we may offer additional flexibility. Please contact us directly to discuss your situation.
- • Medical emergencies require valid documentation
- • Government-imposed travel bans qualify for full credits
- • Each case is evaluated individually
- • Contact us as soon as possible for best options
Booking Protection
We recommend considering travel insurance that covers trip cancellations for added peace of mind. Some credit cards also offer booking protection benefits.
While we cannot recommend specific insurance providers, we encourage guests to review their coverage options before booking, especially for high-value charters.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our refund policy or need assistance with a cancellation, our dedicated support team is here to help. This refund policy is part of our Terms of Service. For information on how we handle your data, see our Privacy Policy.
Email: refunds@infiniayachts.com
Phone: +971 52 463 4292
Response time: Within 24 hours on business days
Questions About This Policy?
If you have any questions or concerns about this Refund Policy, please contact our team.
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