Boat Rental in Brisbane

Whether you want to cruise up and down the winding Brisbane River or you want to go out into the open waters of Moreton Bay, a private boat rental is the best way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The River itself offers plenty of recreational activities, but the open waters provide a different world of island hopping, scuba diving, and even whale watching during the migration period of humpback whales from June to November. You can opt to rent a speedboat for a day, a catamaran for a large group of 30 people, or a private yacht for a romantic sunset cruise along the River. Whatever kind of boat and activity you wish to enjoy in Brisbane's waters, you will surely find what you're looking for, for an unforgettable Brisbane holiday.

Speedboats are a fast, efficient, and convenient way to get from one riverside to location to another or to reach a nearby beach from Brisbane. A private speedboat rental for a day can cost around USD850 for a group of 8, while a join-it tour can cost around $100 per person. Private speed boat transfers are a great way to beat the traffic or to enjoy a scenic way to travel within the Brisbane River. Or if you need to get to an event fast, a speedboat transfer is the perfect way to arrive at a special occasion in style. A two-way speed boat transfer in Brisbane can cost around $200.

Catamarans offer more space and stability than a monohull, making it a great option for large groups. They're ideal for a sunset cruise on the River, an easy day cruise and perfect for water sports activities such as kayaking, jetskiing, or paddleboarding as water sport tools are easily carried on board. A 36' sailing catamaran can cost around $400 per hour in Brisbane, while a power catamaran can cost around $750 per hour.

Do you want to experience Brisbane in one single day? Then renting a boat in Brisbane is the perfect way to get from one spot to another without having to brave the traffic and public commute. Hop onboard your private boat rental in Brisbane and get to explore the riverfront attractions with ease, comfort, and luxury. If you're renting a boat in Brisbane on a Saturday, start your day at the Davies Park Markets. A live band serenades market goers by the river starting at 9 am. Listen to the music as you stroll your way through the stalls selling fresh produce, artisanal homemade food, and have coffee and breakfast by the riverbank.

You can then head to Kangaroo Point, where you can enjoy a kayak or paddleboard down the river, or enjoy an outdoor rock climb. For lunch, head over to the Teneriffe Boardwalk, a hip location with unique restaurants, cafes, and bars. After lunch, cruise down the river and head over to Streets Beach, which is Australia's largest inner-city, man-made beach. Enjoy an hour or two of swimming or people watching. Hop back on board and enjoy an hour of sightseeing onboard your private boat. Get to see the Botanic Gardens, the Maritime Museum, and the iconic Story Bridge. End your full-day boat rental with a sunset cruise on the river, where you get to witness the sky slowly turn from blue to different shades of red and orange, and slowly watch the Brisbane skyline light up.

A weekend boat rental in Brisbane is an excellent way to escape the city and explore Moreton Bay. With over 360 islands around this body of water, some of the islands are populated, while some are national parks, while some are too tiny to visit. With 283 sunny days per year, the nearby islands off the Brisbane coast are a definite weekend island-hopping activity you shouldn't miss. Here is a sample itinerary for your weekend boat rental in Brisbane exploring Moreton Bay:

Day 1: Moreton Island

Located 40km offshore, Moreton Island is Brisbane's most popular island destination. The island is known for its dunes, 4WD driving, snorkeling, scuba diving, fishing, and nature walks. A resort is also located on the islands, where you can have a gourmet lunch or dinner or witness their guests and staff feeding dolphins by the beach. Sandboarding or sand tobogganing is a popular activity, so head over to the desert or to the Little Sandhills to enjoy this unique activity. The island is also famous for surfing, bird watching, and even whale watching during the migratory period of humpback whales from June to November off the waters of Moreton Island.

Day 2: Peel Island

For a day of snorkeling and scuba diving, Peel Island is perfect with its famous shipwrecks, the Platypus Wreck and the Tangalooma Wreck. It is a national park and a great spot to witness dugongs that flock to its waters in the morning.

Day 3: St. Helena Island

Visit this island, formerly known as Noogoon, before you head back to Brisbane. It used to be a prison but is now a heritage-listed park, where you can book a tour of the prison, its ground, and even a ghost tour of the ruins.

Brisbane has world-class diving to offer for both beginner and advanced divers. With plenty of wrecks, reefs, and marine life, Brisbane's underwater paradise is best enjoyed with a boat rental in Brisbane that can take you to these popular dive spots. Flinders Reef is the only true coral reef in Brisbane, and you can find over 150 specials of marine life here, such as stingrays, turtles, and over 100 species of coral. Another popular diving site Manta Ray Bommie is found on North Stradbroke Island. Within 8 to 12 meters, you can see Leopard sharks, Loggerhead turtles, manta rays, guitar sharks, octopuses, and bull rays. Shark Alley in Finally, Flat Rock is a spot ideal for more advanced divers, and marine life here includes wobbegongs, a large variety of pelagics, and schools of rays.

Party boat rentals are popular in Brisbane as a unique way to celebrate a special occasion. With live entertainment, a stage, excellent sound system, and free-flowing alcohol and finger food, a party boat rental in Brisbane cruising along the Brisbane River is the perfect way to have an unforgettable time with your friends and loved ones. Brisbane is the perfect blend of a metropolitan city with a laid back atmosphere. With most of the locals and tourists spending time outdoors, on the riverside or out in the water, it's only fitting that renting a boat is the best way to truly experience the natural scenery and surroundings that make Brisbane a true River City.