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Unforgettable Yarra River Cruises for Every Occasion
Experience unforgettable moments on our meticulously curated Yarra River Cruises, tailored for every occasion. Immerse yourself in opulence as you navigate Melbourne’s waterways aboard our exquisite vessels, available for self-drive or skippered adventures, seven days a week.
Embark on Melbourne’s first and only Yarra River three-course progressive lunch or dinner cruise, starting from Docklands. Indulge in a unique and social dining experience that combines breathtaking views with delectable food and wine, creating an unforgettable journey for your taste buds.
Discover new horizons as you venture beyond the shipping lanes and container docks, heading west to explore the captivating Maribyrnong River. Delight in different sights and points of interest as you cruise past the illustrious Flemington racecourse and the historic Old Pipe Works. Come and explore the rich history of Melbourne and its bustling ports as you disembark during your Maribyrnong River cruise.
As the leading providers of bespoke water transport in Melbourne, we pride ourselves on crafting unforgettable experiences. Surprise a lucky individual with a boat trip on our beautifully appointed vessels, a truly special gift that promises an unparalleled adventure. Experience the charm of our Yarra River cruises, enjoying the delightful perspective of Melbourne from the water, where every moment is infused with luxury and enchantment.
Discover the best Yarra River Cruises
Unforgettable Yarra River Cruises for Every Occasion
Experience unforgettable moments on our meticulously curated Yarra River Cruises, tailored for every occasion. Immerse yourself in opulence as you navigate Melbourne’s waterways aboard our exquisite vessels, available for self-drive or skippered adventures, seven days a week.
Embark on Melbourne’s first and only Yarra River three-course progressive lunch or dinner cruise, starting from Docklands. Indulge in a unique and social dining experience that combines breathtaking views with delectable food and wine, creating an unforgettable journey for your taste buds.
Discover new horizons as you venture beyond the shipping lanes and container docks, heading west to explore the captivating Maribyrnong River. Delight in different sights and points of interest as you cruise past the illustrious Flemington racecourse and the historic Old Pipe Works. Come and explore the rich history of Melbourne and its bustling ports as you disembark during your Maribyrnong River cruise.
As the leading providers of bespoke water transport in Melbourne, we pride ourselves on crafting unforgettable experiences. Surprise a lucky individual with a boat trip on our beautifully appointed vessels, a truly special gift that promises an unparalleled adventure. Experience the charm of our Yarra River cruises, enjoying the delightful perspective of Melbourne from the water, where every moment is infused with luxury and enchantment.
Professional Skippers & Crew
Eco-Friendly, Luxury Boats
Spectacular Views of Melbourne
Christmas Party Cruises
Make this year’s Christmas party one to remember with a festive cruise along the Yarra River. Melbourne Boat Hire offers private charters for larger groups and skippered cruises for smaller gatherings of 10 or less, perfect for end-of-year celebrations with colleagues, friends, or family.
Choose from fully catered packages with gourmet food and beverages, progressive lunch and dinner cruises, or enjoy the flexibility of BYO food and drinks on selected vessels. With stunning city views and a relaxed, festive atmosphere, it’s the ideal way to celebrate the season in style.
Book your Christmas cruise today – spots filling fast!
Private Luxury Cruises
Leave a lasting impression and celebrate your special occasion in style! Elevate your end-of-year office celebration with our Christmas party boat hire, an extraordinary and unique way to commemorate the festivities. Our private charter vessels cater to groups of all sizes, accommodating up to 35 passengers. Let the spirit of merriment flow as you create lasting memories against the backdrop of the Yarra River’s beauty.
Planning a hens night or bachelor party? Look no further! Our exclusive boats are at your disposal, catering exclusively to your private group. Design a memorable day or night out on the water, tailoring the experience to your desires. Customise your booking with the hours, extras, catering, BYO, drinks, and entertainment that perfectly suit your group’s preferences. Choose from our esteemed fleet of self-drive vessels, where no boat licence is required.
Private Luxury Cruises
Leave a lasting impression and celebrate your special occasion in style! Elevate your end-of-year office celebration with our Christmas party boat hire, an extraordinary and unique way to commemorate the festivities. Our private charter vessels cater to groups of all sizes, accommodating up to 35 passengers. Let the spirit of merriment flow as you create lasting memories against the backdrop of the Yarra River’s beauty.
Planning a hens night or bachelor party? Look no further! Our exclusive boats are at your disposal, catering exclusively to your private group. Design a memorable day or night out on the water, tailoring the experience to your desires. Customise your booking with the hours, extras, catering, BYO, drinks, and entertainment that perfectly suit your group’s preferences. Choose from our esteemed fleet of self-drive vessels, where no boat licence is required.
Fully Catered or BYO
Luxurious & Private
Celebrate in Style
Boat Transfers
Make a grand entrance at the renowned Spring Racing Carnival by taking advantage of our exclusive water taxi services. Customise your journey with a catered cruise, accompanied by your own personalised playlist, and revel in a truly extraordinary experience. Leave the queues, traffic, and parking concerns behind as you embark on a delightful voyage of convenience and luxury.
For seamless on-water transfers to exquisite riverside restaurants, concerts, or an exciting night out, our water taxis await. Whether you’re an intimate duo or a group of up to 35 passengers, enjoy the freedom to see a show, savor a delectable dinner, or simply enjoy the magic of an evening spent on the Yarra River.
Boat Tranfers
Make a grand entrance at the renowned Spring Racing Carnival by indulging in our exclusive water taxi services. Customise your journey with a catered cruise, accompanied by your own personalised playlist, and revel in a truly extraordinary experience. Leave the queues, traffic, and parking concerns behind as you embark on a delightful voyage of convenience and luxury.
For seamless on-water transfers to exquisite riverside restaurants, concerts, or an exciting night out, our water taxis await. Whether you’re an intimate duo or a group of up to 35 passengers, enjoy the freedom to see a show, savor a delectable dinner, or simply bask in the enchantment of an evening out on the Yarra River.
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- Hired the Eliza J for 2hrs for a work well-being afternoon and had a great time, highly recommendread moreread less
(opens in a new tab) Sinead Naughton6/19/2026Its one of the best experiences you can have in Melbourne.Hire, drive , eat drinkAbsolutely recommendread moreread less(opens in a new tab) ambika pratap singh6/04/2026Just got off the 6 person private boat with wine and cheese. It was absolutely lovely! Our skipper was funny and knowledgeable, they let us BYO wine and play music on the bluetooth speaker, and it was just a wonderful way to spend an intimate hour and a half with closest feiread moreread less(opens in a new tab) Lena McWallis5/23/2026 - Great sunset cruise from Melbourne Docklands up the Yarra river and back. We love a good Duffy boat ride and this was exactly that! Our Captain and guide Fabio was fantastic!read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Chris Seams5/11/2026Had the best day out on the water with the family thanks to Melbourne Boat Hire. The whole experience was smooth from start to finish — super easy booking process, the boat was clean and great to drive, and the staff gave clear, friendly instructions that made everything stress free. Such a fun way to spend the day in Melbourne. We’ll definitely be back again soon!read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Brodie Duff5/10/2026Such a wonderful boat and fabulous staff.read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Lisa Curren5/02/2026
- Absolutely fantastic day. Fabio our skipper was professional and friendly. Would highly recommend this experience.read moreread less(opens in a new tab) santina montanaro5/01/2026Fantastic time! Our 12 pax boat was in immaculate condition—clean and well-equipped with comfortable padded seating, a top cover (side covers available as needed), glasses, and even a toilet. Logan did an outstanding job skippering the boat on a 2 hr tour through the city. The company website was easy to navigate for the booking and they were responsive to phone calls for questions. Highly recommended for a fun group activity in Melbourne!read moreread less(opens in a new tab) James Ackerman3/31/2026
- It was an amazing experience loved every second. Staff were so accommodating and helpful thank you we will see you soon!read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Conor Morgan3/28/2026Great cruise done sunset cruiseGood price limit of people which were on cruise very comfortableStaff were greatRecommend to doThanksread moreread less(opens in a new tab) Nathan Kirkpatrick2/23/2026
- I took some relatives on the Yarra River Sunset Cruise last Thursday. Logan was really friendly, and reassuring and supportive to a member of our group that had accessibility needs. We had a relaxing and lovely experience seeing the sights along the river. I emailed and phoned in advance with some questions, and they were very accommodating. I'd book again - they were great to deal with.read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Catherine Van2/23/2026Celebrated my birthday on Harvey A. It was a cute and relaxed picnic on a boat. Kid friendly. Beautiful views of the city. Easy to drive. Customer service was really nice. It would’ve been better if all the zips on the blinds were working so we could’ve had more breeze.I would definitely recommend and do this againread moreread less(opens in a new tab) Suganya Ganapathy2/21/2026Excellent experience The boat was clean and comfortable with everything you need.Very helpful staff and excellent communication all the way through. Thoroughly recommend!!read moreread less(opens in a new tab) Natalie2/15/2026
- We had an incredible night for a function on the Lady M on the weekend. The staff Nora and Fabio were welcoming and accomodating to all our needs. The boat is stunning and clean, and throughout the night the views you’re exposed to get better and better. We highly recommend this company for a fun night out or romantic experience 🙌🏼🤩read moreread less(opens in a new tab) HEIDI STOKES2/15/2026Amazing experience and great evening and food . Relaxing. ☺️read moreread less(opens in a new tab) J Train2/14/2026Fantastic experience!! Hired Birrarung for 2 hours for my birthday and it was great. Great crew, fantastic views and good space. Even with 35 people on board, it felt like a good amount of space. My only small thought is the platters provided were quite expensive considering their size so I would probably have opted to bring my own food instead but did it for the convenience. Still 10/10 nightread moreread less(opens in a new tab) Catalina Macfarlane2/08/2026
Who Are Melbourne Boat Hire?
Locally owned and operated, Melbourne Boat Hire is Melbourne’s premium, eco-friendly, electric self-drive boat hire and boat tour operator on the iconic Yarra River in Melbourne.
Melbourne Boat Hire offers a unique, intimate water tourism experience with a difference.
Cruise the beautiful Yarra River – the social heart of Melbourne like never before, in the comfort of your own luxury vessel with the option of enjoying exquisite food and beverage dining packages.
Who Are Melbourne Boat Hire?
Locally owned and operated, Melbourne Boat Hire is Melbourne’s premium, eco-friendly, electric self-drive boat hire and boat tour operator on the iconic Yarra River in Melbourne.
Melbourne Boat Hire offers a unique, intimate water tourism experience with a difference.
Cruise the beautiful Yarra River – the social heart of Melbourne like never before, in the comfort of your own luxury vessel with the option of enjoying exquisite food and beverage dining packages.
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