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![]() Flying to Sable in 2022 If you do not want the hassle of trying to find other travellers to fill an aircraft and are instead interested in purchasing individual seat(s) on one of our flights, we will be posting those dates in January 2022, as well as the timing for when we will start accepting bookings. Seats are sold on a first come first served basis and are usually sold out in minutes. We do not accept requests that happen prior to the opening date/time.
Are there any pandemic restrictions I should be aware of? Single Seat Sales You must be available to travel on both the main and back-up dates; a $150 deposit is required to book. Full payment is due 30 days prior to the flight, and at that point becomes totally non-refundable (unless the flight is cancelled by us due to weather, beach condition, etc). Although non-refundable, seats are fully transferrable; travel insurance may be a good idea (note that some insurance companies will not cover cancellations due to inability to comply with pandemic restrictions or contracting coronavirus). Charter of the Entire Aircraft Tourist Special! If you take advantage of our Tourist Pre-Pay Cash Discount by paying in Canadian funds with cash or equivalent*, we will reduce the basic rate to $5,900.00 (full fees and taxes as detailed above still apply, giving a grand total of $7,696.93, all in). Note: While sharing the cost amongst the group is acceptable, if the person chartering the aircraft sells any of the seats (i.e. at a profit), they must inform Sable Aviation, as additonal seat re-seller charges will apply. ![]() When is payment due? For tourist groups chartering the aircraft, a non-refundable down payment of $1,000.00 is due 60 days prior to the flight date, and the final payment must be made in full prior to boarding. Please note the down payment will not be refunded for any reason, nor will it be carried forward to the following year. If you have any doubt as to whether or not you will be able to make your booking, you should cancel the booking prior to the 60-day final payment due date. This time frame allows for any cancelled bookings to be filled by another group on the standby list. Naturally, if we must cancel the flight due to weather, beach, etc. you will receive a full refund.
What forms of payment do you accept from tourist groups? Some banks have a daily e-transfer limit (typically between $1,000 and $3,000), so payment by this method may require starting several days in advance; if the flight is cancelled, the full amount will be refunded. Flight InformationHow many people can the aircraft carry? The aircraft can carry up to 7 passengers so long as the weight limit is not exceeded (see next question).
Is there a total weight limit for the flight?
Is there anything I can't carry on the flight? Unfortunately, due to seat configuration and limitations on safety equipment, we cannot carry infants (children under 2 years old). Sable Island is a backcountry-like experience, though, with no shelter, long days and sometimes rugged conditions. We do not recommend taking young children on this trip.
Do I get to pick my own seat or is seating assigned?
When should we arrive at the airport?
When will we get airborne?
How long can we stay on the island? Of course, if your group has chartered the entire aircraft, you are free to depart when you wish any time before that. Please remember to discuss your plans with the pilot before heading out for the day.
How long will it take to fly to Sable?
Are flights delayed very often? Parks Canada has mandated that station operational flights take priority over visitor flights. While they will do everything in their power to avoid bumping you, there are times when equipment requirements, stranded personnel, etc may necessitate cancellation of your booking.
What time of the year tends to have the least number of delays?
Are there standards and/or compensation for the sale of individual seats? Are there any restrictions on items I can bring to Sable Island? Sable Island is a remote and isolated destination, so it is important to avoid contamination from mainland species. The Parks Canada biologist for Sable Island has requested that all equipment brought onto the island be clean prior to leaving Halifax - footwear should be brushed and washed; clothing, boots and backpacks should be inspected for any seeds or invertebrates (e.g. insects, spiders, ticks). No horseback riding gear is permitted, and clothing (excepting footwear) worn around horses or on a horse farm should be machine washed or dry cleaned and then stored for five days prior to your arrival. Any footwear worn on a horse farm or around horses may not be taken on the island. By taking special care when preparing for your trip, you can participate in the protection of Sable Island so it can be enjoyed for many generations to come.
What about the garbage generated by tourists? What should I wear for my day on Sable Island? Although you may want clothes for sunny weather, even in summer it can often turn cool on the island, so be sure and take a windbreaker and warm sweater. In fall and spring, your clothes will need to be warmer than you might expect - the wind and high humidity make Sable weather feel cooler than the numbers would seem to indicate. Comfortable footwear is absolutely essential, as you will most likely be walking many miles in soft sand. Due to the coarse vegetation on the island and potentially semi-buried debris, flip-flops and similar footwear are not recommended. Sneakers or other shoes with a mesh upper tend to quickly fill with sand, so closed footwear is recommended. Even on foggy or overcast days, the UV index on Sable can be very high, so along with sunglasses, be certain to wear a hat that will provide adequate sun protection, and don't forget your sunscreen and lip balm with an SPF rating. Don't forget, there are no trees on Sable Island, so the only shade available is under the wings of the aircraft.
What should I take with me on my day trip? Although highly unlikely, the possibility of being delayed on Sable Island does exist, so if you are on any critical medication, you should bring at least a week's supply.
Can I drink the water on Sable or should I bring my own?
Is there cell phone coverage on the island?
Are there any vehicles, such as ATVs, that I can rent to tour around the island? No, overnight stays are not permitted. |
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