FROM $149 FOR UP TO 9 PEOPLE! BOOK NOW

You're The Captain Now

Captain your own boat on the Yarra River you magnificent beast!

ON A BOAT HIRE MELBOURNE

Be ON A BOAT and experience Melbourne's spectacular Yarra River with your crew. Choose to Skipper Yourself or a Skippered Cruise for truly memorable experiences.

SKIPPER YOURSELF

You don't need a boat licence to skipper yourself and explore the Yarra River under your own steam. Anyone can captain our user-friendly electric boats.

Up to 9 Passengers

No Boat Licence Required

Super Easy To Operate

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

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SKIPPERED CRUISES

With our skippered cruises you'll experience the very best of Melbourne. We provide the skipper, so all you need to do is focus on having an awesome time.

Vessels from 8 to 35 Passengers

Experienced Skipper/Guide

Private Boat

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

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SKIPPER YOURSELF

You don't need a boat licence to skipper yourself and explore the Yarra River any way you choose. Anyone can drive our user-friendly electric boats.

Up To 9 Passengers

No Boat Licence Required

Super Easy To Operate

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

MORE INFO BOOK NOW

SKIPPERED CRUISES

With our skippered cruises you'll experience the very best of Melbourne. We provide the skipper, so all you need to do is focus on having an awesome time.

Vessels from 8 to 35 Passengers

Experienced Skipper

Private Boat

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

MORE INFO BOOK NOW

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GIFT VOUCHERS AVAILABLE

Gift the ON A BOAT experience now with a voucher that can be redeemed any time in the next 3 years.

Vouchers can be purchased as entire cruise or contribute a value towards any cruise. And we'll supply you with a personalised e-card to use when you're giving it as a gift.

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HOW IT WORKS

BOOK ONLINE

Choose a Skipper Yourself or Skippered Cruise and book right here. You can often even book for same day!

ALL ABOARD

Get your crew together at the dock at least 15 mins before departure. Bring some food and drinks or pre-order a catering package.

YOU'RE ON A BOAT!

Hit the big blue watery road and cruise with your ship-mates through the Yarra River. Our boats are designed for good times!

LUXURY POP-UP PICNICS AVAILABLE!

Try our luxury pop-up picnic for the experience of a lifetime! Join us for a romantic date or special occasion as you take in the city sights in a pimped out boat.

Your luxury pop-up picnic cruise includes a skipper yourself boat that's fully styled with rug, cushions, throws, ice bucket with ice, flutes, napkins and bluetooth music system. Plus fresh flowers that you get to keep!

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THE EXPERIENCE

Exploring the Yarra River ON A BOAT provides a unique perspective and totally amazing experience. Bring some drinks and snacks to enjoy as you cruise through Melbourne's spectacular scenery.

BIRRARUNG MARR

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Melbourne VIC, Australia

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WE'RE HIRING CASUAL STAFF FOR THE SEASON AHEAD

We are currently recruiting Dock Crew and Grade 2 (or higher) Coxswains. If you're a natural pro at customer service and love being outdoors, we want you to join our awesome team! Get in touch with us today

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ON A BOAT acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the waterways and land along Birrarung on which we operate, the Boon Wurrung and Wurrundjeri People of the Kulin Nation.

You're The Captain Now

ON A BOAT HIRE MELBOURNE

SKIPPER YOURSELF

Up to 9 Passengers

No Boat Licence Required

Super Easy To Operate

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

SKIPPERED CRUISES

Vessels from 8 to 35 Passengers

Experienced Skipper/Guide

Private Boat

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

SKIPPER YOURSELF

Up To 9 Passengers

No Boat Licence Required

Super Easy To Operate

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

SKIPPERED CRUISES

Experienced Skipper

Private Boat

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

Season Passes!

Now Open For Summer 2024-25

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SOUTHBANK

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