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

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Boat Hire Melbourne ON A BOAT

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

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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

Private Boat

Bring Food & Drinks

1 - 4 Hour Cruises

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Season Passes!

Now Open For Summer 2024-25

Get unlimited cruising on our Skipper Yourself boats this summer with our new Season Passes. Designed specially for our frequent cruisers, who can't get enough time out on the water!

Pre-purchase now to ensure you don't miss out this summer! Your season pass unlimited boat cruises can start in:

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Get unlimited Skipper Yourself cruises with our new Season Passes!

Take your time this summer!

  • Valid for 3 months from date of first boat cruise
  • Unlimited bookings, up to 2 hours, on week days (Monday to Friday)
  • No blockout days (Includes Public Holidays)
  • Open 7 days, 9.30am until Sunset
  • Unlimited reservations available throughout Nov 2024 - Mar 2025
  • Non transferable

48 passes left!

Three month unlimited access pass for use on week days!

$750

only $250 per month!

Midweek Season Pass

  • Valid for 3 months from date of first boat cruise
  • Unlimited bookings, up to 2 hours, on any day (including Weekends)
  • No blockout days (Includes Public Holidays)
  • Open 7 days, 9.30am until Sunset
  • Unlimited reservations available throughout Nov 2024 - Mar 2025
  • Non transferrable

Three month unlimited access pass for use on any day of week!

$1050

only $350 per month!

Full Season Pass

48 passes left!

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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

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Choose a Skipper Yourself or Skippered Cruise and book right hereYou 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.

Melbourne VIC, Australia
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