{"id":77535,"date":"2025-05-17T17:30:51","date_gmt":"2025-05-17T17:30:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/diib.com\/featuredmembers\/?p=77535"},"modified":"2025-05-17T17:30:51","modified_gmt":"2025-05-17T17:30:51","slug":"melbourne-boat-hire","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/diib.com\/featuredmembers\/melbourne-boat-hire\/","title":{"rendered":"Melbourne Boat Hire"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":77537,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[116,1],"tags":[],"acf":{"intro_slagan":"Melbourne, Australia","intro_text":"Melbourne Boat Hire is the city\u2019s premier provider of eco-friendly, luxury boat experiences on the Yarra River.","content_main":"<p>Proudly Australian-owned and operated, we offer a distinctive range of self-drive boat hire, skippered cruises, and commercial marine services, all delivered with a commitment to sustainability, accessibility, and outstanding customer service.<\/p>\n<p>Located in Docklands at NewQuay Marina, we invite locals and visitors alike to explore Melbourne from a new perspective \u2014 cruising past iconic landmarks like Southbank, Federation Square, and the Royal Botanic Gardens in complete comfort and style. Our fleet is fully electric, whisper-quiet, and easy to operate with no boat licence required, making it a perfect activity for couples, families, groups, and corporate events.<\/p>\n<p>Our Cruise &amp; Boat Options<br \/>\n\ud83d\udea4 Self-Drive Electric Boats<\/p>\n<p>No licence? No problem. Our self-drive boats are safe, simple to operate, and perfect for first-time boaters.<\/p>\n<p>Hire Options: 1, 2, or 4 hours<br \/>\nCapacity: Up to 10 passengers<br \/>\nFeatures:<br \/>\nWhisper-quiet electric motor<br \/>\nShade canopy, padded seating, Bluetooth speakers<br \/>\nPicnic and drinks packages available<br \/>\nDog-friendly on request<br \/>\nOptional grazing boxes and BYO drinks<br \/>\n\ud83c\udf07 Skippered Private Cruises<\/p>\n<p>Ideal for those wanting to relax and be guided through Melbourne\u2019s waterways.<\/p>\n<p>Sunset Cruise: Romantic cruise as the city lights glow over the Yarra<br \/>\nCelebration Cruise: Birthdays, hens parties, anniversaries \u2014 BYO or catered<br \/>\nCorporate Cruise: Impress clients or reward your team with a floating boardroom or after-work wind-down<br \/>\nFeatures:<br \/>\nProfessional skipper included<br \/>\nPremium catering add-ons available<br \/>\nCustom itineraries available<br \/>\nFlexible boarding times and locations<br \/>\n\ud83d\udcbc Commercial &amp; Custom Services<\/p>\n<p>We also cater to film crews, transport of goods, and on-water installations.<\/p>\n<p>Work Boats and Barges: Available for temporary installations, logistics, and marine operations<br \/>\nFloating Pontoons &amp; Walkways: Temporary event infrastructure for events, sporting, and construction use<br \/>\nEvent Support: Floating platforms, safety boats, and custom signage vessels available<br \/>\n\u267f Accessible Cruises (Coming Soon)<\/p>\n<p>We&#8217;re proud to be developing fully wheelchair-accessible self-drive boats, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the river. 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