USCG Captain Paul Norris Experienced Boat Operator
Hello! I’m Captain Paul, a seasoned and experienced boat operator, originally from Melbourne Australia.
I’m assisted by Nicole, described as “having a personality like sunshine”,
for your memorable Sag harbor Sailing Charters!
For the last 15 years I’ve lived mostly along the East Coast USA, aboard Valkyrie, a Catana 582 sailing catamaran.
We typically sail Miami in the winter, Sag Harbor in the spring and summer, and New York City during the fall.
Boating Industry Expertise
Sailing Boating Qualifications
- USCG 100 Ton Captains License
- USCG Sailing Endorsement
- TWICS security Clearance
- Fully Insured Commercial Charter Policy
- Valid USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI)
Sailing Cruising Experience
In 1986 I crewed up for the first time on a catamaran in the Indian Ocean.From 1996-1999 I sailed around the world on my 44’ catamaran, Seaing Double. I’ve sailed around 60,000 ocean miles and crossed the Equator in the Atlantic, Pacific, and Indian Oceans.
I’ve completed around 25 East Coast passages outside Cape Hatteras, with Nicole accompanying me on the last 10! I’ve single handed in the Ocean around and around the notorious Cape Hatteras. While technically coastal, it can prove quite challenging and requires strong skills and tactics. My favorite islands are Bora Bora, Manhattan and Australia. I mostly single hand, but occasionally take on crew for the adventure.
"We had an exceptional experience sailing around Sag Harbor and Shelter Island with Paul. His boat is beautiful and as a captain, he did a phenomenal job of showing us around. We took a few opportunities to anchor and go swimming - plus a side trip for lunch at Sunset Beach. Overall a wonderful trip and highly recommended. Thanks Paul!"
Jason 5 Star Review on: Google
Commercial Marine Insurance
"When booking a private charter, passenger safety and legal compliance should be your highest priorities. Unlike many local operators running illegal, uninspected vessels, Valkyrie Sailing holds a valid USCG Certificate of Inspection (COI). In the maritime industry, a commercial hull and Protection & Indemnity (P&I) insurance policy is only valid if the vessel strictly adheres to federal law. If a boat operates commercially without a required COI, its insurance policy is technically voided automatically. This leaves the un-inspected operator completely uninsured, and forces the unsuspecting renters to inherit massive personal financial and legal liabilities in the event of an accident. By maintaining our strict USCG COI standards and active commercial marine coverage, Valkyrie Sailing guarantees you a legally compliant, fully protected, and safe luxury experience on the water."Miami April 2022
Water Temperature 87F
Atlantic Ocean April 2022
Water Temperature 40F
Montauk Point April 2022
Water Temperature 40F
"After many hours of research and planning I can say Captain Paul is the best boating experience you will find in the Hamptons! His prices are excellent, he is quick to answer, professional, helpful and honest. His boat is also one of the few correctly and safely insured for a large group. The boat itself was beautiful, extremely clean, spacious, has everything you could need and more. Captain Paul will follow your lead, if you want to swim, cruise, dock, he is flexible and courteous. My entire group agreed of everything we did in the Hamptons, this was by far our favorite experience. I am already planning coming back with my fiancé and other couples and will contact Captain Paul without a doubt again."
Alisha P 5 Star Review on: AirBnB
"What an AHHHmazing holiday treat!!! Enjoyed an exhilarating afternoon on the water with Captain Paul whose passion for sailing is clearly evident and contagious. This is a very unique way to experience Sag (plus the immediate surrounding areas) from a complete different perspective. Captain Paul is an expert and a local so his breadth of knowledge is unparalleled. The vessel, itself, is beautiful and impeccably maintained. With him at the helm, you can sit back, relax and simply...enjoy!!! HIGHLY recommended!"
Ashley 5 Star Review on: Google
