What We Offer
What a Well-Prepared Charter Actually Looks Like
The difference between a good charter and a forgettable one comes down to preparation, crew quality, and the small decisions made before the vessel leaves the dock. Here is what we bring to each trip.
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Core Advantages
MPA-Licensed Captains
All voyages led by credentialled mariners with deep familiarity with Singapore coastal and offshore waters.
Compliant Vessels
Vessels registered and regularly inspected by MPA. Safety equipment is current and correctly maintained.
Flexible Arrangements
Departure times, catering preferences, and route details can be discussed before the booking is confirmed.
Considered Catering
Food and drink are planned as part of the charter experience, not treated as an afterthought. Fresh provisions on longer passages.
Local Routing Knowledge
Routes are planned using knowledge built from years on these waters — not based on generic itineraries.
Direct Communication
Enquiries are handled by the operations team, not a call centre. You receive clear, specific answers before booking.
In Detail
Each Advantage, Explained
Professional Maritime Expertise
Our captains hold MPA Master Certificates and have spent years navigating the waters around Singapore — including the southern islands, the Riau Archipelago approaches, and the busy channels of the southern Strait of Malacca. That experience shapes how routes are planned, how conditions are assessed, and how the vessel is handled in varying sea states.
The dive instructor who accompanies the Diving Day Charter is PADI-certified with a decade of experience at local dive sites. Guests receive a proper briefing, not a hurried overview.
MPA Master Certificate holders on all voyages
PADI-certified dive instruction on the day charter
Pre-departure weather and tidal assessment on every departure
Safety briefings delivered clearly at the start of each charter
Chart plotter and AIS navigation systems
VHF radio communication onboard
Full dive platform and freshwater rinse on the day charter
Sheltered cockpit and observation decks for guest comfort
Vessel Equipment and Technology
The vessels are fitted with navigation and safety equipment appropriate to the charter type. The skyline cruise yacht carries chart plotters and VHF communication. The expedition yacht adds AIS, satellite communication, and a full medical kit for multi-day offshore use.
All vessels undergo scheduled maintenance and MPA periodic inspections. A maintenance log is kept current, and no charter departs on equipment that is overdue for service.
Attentive and Straightforward Service
Enquiries are answered by the operations team — the same people who plan and confirm the charter. There is no handoff to a separate booking department. Questions about group size, catering requirements, or route preferences are addressed directly, with specific answers.
On the day of the charter, the crew is attentive without being intrusive. Guests are oriented and comfortable from the moment they board, but the pace of the voyage is theirs to determine.
Enquiries handled directly by the operations team
Pre-charter confirmation and packing information provided
Crew attentive and experienced in working with varied guest groups
Post-charter follow-up available if needed
Charter pricing is per booking, not per person — clear at the outset
Food, drinks, and equipment included in charter price
No hidden surcharges for crew or standard equipment
Shared across groups of up to 6–12, depending on charter type
Transparent, Per-Charter Pricing
All charter prices are stated per booking. The City Skyline Cruise at S$570 is for the whole vessel — up to twelve guests sharing the cost. The same applies to the Diving Day Charter at S$2,500 and the South China Sea Expedition at S$4,700. There are no additional charges for crew, standard dive equipment, or catering included in the charter.
Custom requests — specific catering upgrades, extended duration — are discussed and quoted clearly before confirmation.
A Track Record on the Water
Over eight years of operation, Tanjong Sails has completed more than 340 private charters — from short evening trips to multi-day passages. The majority of bookings come through personal recommendation, which reflects the consistency of what guests experience.
Our approach is not dramatic. We prepare carefully, operate safely, and try to make the time on the water worthwhile. That has been enough to sustain a steady reputation among Singapore's private charter market.
340+ completed charters over eight years
Majority of bookings come via personal referral
Zero serious safety incidents across all departures
All charter types available year-round with seasonal planning advice
How We Compare
Tanjong Sails vs Typical Providers
| Feature | Typical Providers | Tanjong Sails |
|---|---|---|
| Licensed captain included | Sometimes extra charge | Always included |
| Food and drinks | Often add-on cost | Included per charter type |
| Dive equipment on diving charter | Rent separately | Included |
| Pre-charter route discussion | Fixed itinerary only | Flexible, discussed in advance |
| Pricing model | Per person, often unclear total | Per charter, transparent |
| MPA vessel inspection records | Not always available on request | Maintained and current |
Distinctive Features
What Only Tanjong Sails Offers
Three Distinct Charter Formats
Rather than offering a single flexible vessel for any occasion, we have developed three specific charter formats — each designed around a different pace, purpose, and duration. Guests choose a format suited to what they actually want from the water.
Founding Captain on Expeditions
The South China Sea Expedition is led personally by Rajan Krishnan, the company's founding captain. Guests on that charter are in experienced hands for the entire passage — not assigned to whoever is available.
Fresh Provisions Sourced En Route
On the multi-day expedition, the onboard cook sources fresh fish and provisions at island markets along the Riau Archipelago. Meals are prepared with what is available locally — a detail that improves the quality and authenticity of the experience.
Dive Sites Selected by Conditions
The dive charter operates at sites south of Pulau Hantu, where the instructor selects specific entry points based on current tidal conditions and seasonal visibility. The goal is the best experience possible on that day, not adherence to a fixed location.
Recognition
Credentials and Milestones
MPA Registered
All vessels under Maritime and Port Authority Singapore registration
PADI Affiliated
Dive charter operated by PADI-certified instruction staff
8 Years Operating
Continuous charter operation in Singapore waters since 2017
STB Registered
Registered tourism business under Singapore Tourism Board
See What a Prepared Charter Feels Like
Send an enquiry and we will discuss the right charter for your group — straightforward, no pressure.