8th July 2020 Update to our operations, with stage 3 restrictions coming into effect again in Melbourne and for the safety of all, we have reduced our operating capacity to only our self-drive hire op + Read More
Who wouldn’t love a bit of wine time on a private boat cruise, right in the heart of Melbourne?
Along with a selection of quality Australian-made wines and local cheeses, you can admire the city right in + Read More
Attending the Spring Racing Carnival is so much fun, but overcrowded public transport, heavy traffic and parking nightmares all detract from a great day out. Why not forego the hassle and use a different mode of trans + Read More
It’s not too soon to start thinking about the best way to treat your Dad this Father’s Day. Why not try something different this year and consider a special day on the water with a Yarra River Cruise? + Read More
Lush gardens, spectacular architecture and a glittering skyline…the perfect backdrop for a true Kodak moment.
Take in the beautiful sights around the Yarra River with a photography cruise via Melbourne + Read More
The end of financial year (EOFY) can be a challenging time for some businesses. You end up working late in nights to get everything done. Along with you, your colleagues put in so much effort to make things happen for + Read More
Special occasions deserve a special venue. So if you want to throw a shin-dig with a real twist, look up Melbourne river cruises. No matter what the reason for your part + Read More
Valentine’s Day is a wonderful time of the year for couples new and old. Every year we’ve found happy couples have joined us on our boats to as they share their love with each other. We love being a part of these jou + Read More
Every year, people flock to Australia to see the best men and women in tennis play off against each other. Sports fans from all over Australia and the world fly in to Melbourne to see the games and experience historical + Read More
If you're looking to attend this year's Spring Racing Carnival, which is held at Flemington Racecourse and you want to make a stylish entrance, then Melbourne Boat Hire have exactly what you're looking for, we provide + Read More
The Yarra River runs for approximately 242kms from Mt Baw Baw, in the Yarra Ranges National Park to its mouth at the entrance to Port Phillip Bay at Newport. Of the 242km length of the river, just 22km is navigable by b + Read More
Melbourne Boat Hire’s fleet has recently expanded with the unveiling of the newest vessel in the fleet, the Pia Mae. Adding to the company’s current offering of the 10-seater Harvey A, 12-seater Eliza J and the 3 + Read More
With the initial and then ongoing expense of owning a boat and the little amount you actually use, why bother with owning and why not start hiring?
With the option to hire our boats 365 days a year, it makes + Read More
Pipemakers Park is situated on the Maribrynong River approximately 1hr and 10 mins by boat from Docklands and accessible by a wharf that has been built so you can berth and go ashore and venture through the park. Take e + Read More
We offer a range of cruising options on the Maribyrnong River. You can select from skippered cruises for the day, half day or evening- complete with catering! Your trip along this iconic Melbourne waterway can be as leis + Read More
End of Financial Year Celebration Melbourne. The end of the financial year looms, and so to does the inevitable need to find the perfect end of financial year function venue. Luckily for all involved, Melbourne Boat + Read More
Melbourne Boat Hire is pleased to announce it has been short listed as a potential winner of the “2016 Luxury Travel Guide Awards” as Holiday & Tour Specialist. The Luxury Travel Guide Awards is an international + Read More
Looking for things to do these School Holidays? Get the kids out of the house during the school holidays and take them for a cruise on Melbourne's waterways with our self-drive boat hire options. Our luxury eco fri + Read More
Looking for fun activities to do with the family over Easter? Why not jump on a boat and go for a cruise on the Yarra River, self- drive hire opt + Read More
Melbourne Food and Wine Festival - River Graze 2016 A weekend culinary adventure for big and little foodies alike Kicking off the 2016 Festival’s Opening Weekend, the Yarra River transforms into a food and wine l + Read More
Heading to the Australian Open Tennis, 18th to 31st January 2016? Make your journey to Melbourne Park that extra special and book a private transfer by our luxury boats. Various pick up locations available along the + Read More
Summer has arrived in Melbourne! Get out and enjoy Melbourne's waterways, hire a self-drive boat and take your family or friends for a cruise on the Yarra River, cruise through the heart of Melbourne in style and see Mel + Read More
Looking to put on the best office Christmas party this year? Why not book one of luxury self-drive hire boats and enjoy an afternoon cruising on the Yarra River + Read More
Are you heading to Flemington racetrack for a fun day at the races? Why not make your day extra special with a luxury transfer to and from Flemington racecourse. Depart from Docklands, and cruise through the Port of M + Read More
Looking for fun activity to get the kids out of the house these school holidays? The kids will love cruising up the Yarra River on one of ou + Read More
We are constantly being asked by our customers on return after their hire period, why are our hire boats so easy to drive? We have a modern fleet of Duffy electric boats which are powered by a power rudder. The power + Read More
Melbourne is the most liveable city in the world for the 5th year running and we have all played a part. We are one of the few cities who can pin point the time, date and the people whom founded our city. The Melbourne R + Read More
Win back your hire fee or luxury cruise fee!
We are offering one lucky person per month to win back 100% either their self-drive hire fee or luxury cruis + Read More
We have added Luxury Yarra River cruises which are available in 1hr spots for Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights for the following times: 05:00pm to 06:00pm 06:30pm to 07:30pm 08:00pm to 09:00pm 09:30pm to 10 + Read More
Locals and tourists are flocking to Melbourne’s newest premium eco-friendly self-drive boat hire and tour operator – Melbourne Boat Hire. The tourism operator offers electric powered noise and fume free boating so gu + Read More
Disappointed in missing out on the Inflatable Regatta 2015, due to being canceled? We are offering all people that had planned to attend the inflatable regatta the chance to still cruise on the Yarra River, but do it + Read More
Heading to the Australian Open Tennis 2015 at Melbourne Park between 19th January and 1st February? Whilst in Melbourne, why not book one of our luxurious boats and cruise up and down the Yarra River in style. View + Read More
What a great way to end 2014 and bring in 2015 Harvey A was the perfect option for a cruise up the Yarra River past Chapel Street and return to Docklands to have the best view of the fireworks. + Read More