Self-Drive Boat Hire on Melbourne’s Yarra River
No Boat Licence or Experience Required!
Take the wheel of your own private electric boat and explore Melbourne from the Yarra. No boat licence or previous experience required — our team provides a full safety briefing before you depart.
Choose from boats for up to 10 or 12 passengers, bring your own food and drinks or add catering, then cruise the Yarra at your own pace.
From $289 per boat | 2 & 4 hour options | Docklands departure
All our self-drive boats are electric, easy to drive and require no boat licence.
Which boat is right for you?
Edgar J — Best for sunny days & open-air cruising — Up to 10 persons
Peter A — Best for open air with shade — Up to 10 persons
Harvey A — Best all-weather option for smaller groups — Up to 10 persons
Eliza J — Best all-weather and for larger groups + onboard toilet — Up to 12 persons
Felix G — Best all-weather and for larger groups + onboard toilet — Up to 12 persons
Choose Your Self Drive Hire Boat
Eliza J
Felix G
No Licence Required
Safe and Easy to Drive
Private Boat - Just For Your Group
Bring Your Own Food and Drink
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| Boat | Max Passengers | Boat Licence Required | Boat Power | Roof for Shade | Windows for wind and rain protection | Toilet onboard | Stereo onboard | Fridge and Esky onboard | Child Friendly | Pet Friendly | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgar J | 10 | No | Electric (quiet) | No | No | No | Yes Bluetooth | No | Yes | Yes | Stylish open boat with comfy cushioned seating |
| Peter A | 10 | No | Electric (quiet) | Yes | No | No | Yes Bluetooth | No | Yes | Yes | Stylish boat with shaded roof and comfy cushioned seating |
| Harvey A | 10 | No | Electric (quiet) | Yes | Yes | No | Yes Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes | Smaller luxury boat, plush seating and can be fully enclosed or open for Melbourne's unpredictable weather |
| Eliza J | 12 | No | Electric (quiet) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes | Larger luxury boat identical to Felix G, has plush seating, toilet and can be fully enclosed or open |
| Felix G | 12 | No | Electric (quiet) | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes Bluetooth | Yes | Yes | Yes | Larger luxury boat identical to Eliza J, has plush seating, toilet and can be fully enclosed or open |
Frequently Asked Questions
No! Our self-drive boats are designed for beginners and require no boat licence or prior experience.
Yes. We provide a full safety briefing and instructions before you set off. The boats are simple to drive and perfect for first timers.
Depending on the vessel, our self-drive boats can accommodate up to 10 or up to 12 passengers comfortably.
Yes. Our self-drive fleet is 100% electric-powered—quiet, clean, and environmentally friendly.
Yes. You can view more about accessing our boats on our Accessibility page.
We offer flexible hire packages starting from 2 hours, with longer options available.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your booking for a safety briefing and boarding.
Yes, a $500 security bond is required at the start of your hire. This will be refunded after your safe return.
Prices start from just $27.90 per person for a 2-hour cruise (based on maximum capacity).
Absolutely. BYO food and drinks are welcome on all self-drive hires.
Yes. We offer optional food and beverage packages, from grazing platters to full catering, to make your cruise stress-free.
No, unfortunately we do not allow these onboard due to the high risk of fire.
Yes, moderate alcohol consumption is permitted by passenger. The driver must remain under the legal alcohol limit (0.00 BAC) while in control of the boat.
Our boats have covered areas, so you can still enjoy your cruise in light rain. In severe weather, we may reschedule or refund.
Yes, children are welcome. We provide lifejackets for all ages and recommend adult supervision at all times.
Yes. All safety gear, including lifejackets for every passenger, is included in your hire.
No. Swimming in the Yarra River is not permitted during your hire.
You’ll cruise along the Yarra River, taking in Melbourne’s skyline, parks, and landmarks. For safety, we’ll explain your designated route during your briefing.
No. For safety reasons, our self-drive boats are continuous cruising only. You can enjoy your food and drinks while on board.
Yes! Our boats are fitted with Bluetooth sound systems, so you can bring your own playlist.
Yes, the driver must be at least 21 years old.
Yes. Self-drive boat hire gift vouchers are available and make a great experience gift.
All hires depart from our Docklands location, just minutes from Melbourne CBD.
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Frequently Asked Questions
No! Our self-drive boats are designed for beginners and require no boat licence or prior experience.
Yes. We provide a full safety briefing and instructions before you set off. The boats are simple to drive and perfect for first timers.
Depending on the vessel, our self-drive boats can accommodate up to 10 or up to 12 passengers comfortably.
Yes. Our self-drive fleet is 100% electric-powered—quiet, clean, and environmentally friendly.
Yes. You can view more about accessing our boats on our Accessibility page.
We offer flexible hire packages starting from 2 hours, with longer options available.
Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your booking for a safety briefing and boarding.
Yes, a $500 security bond is taken as a pre-authorisation on a valid credit or debit card before your hire. Provided the boat is returned on time, clean and without damage or incident, the pre-authorisation is released. Processing times vary between banks.
Prices start from just $27.90 per person for a 2-hour cruise (based on maximum capacity).
Absolutely. BYO food and drinks are welcome on all self-drive hires.
Yes. We offer optional food and beverage packages, from grazing platters to full catering, to make your cruise stress-free.
No, unfortunately we do not allow these onboard due to the high risk of fire.
Yes, moderate alcohol consumption is permitted by passenger. The driver must remain under the legal alcohol limit (0.00 BAC) while in control of the boat.
Our boats have covered areas, so you can still enjoy your cruise in light rain. In severe weather, we may reschedule or refund.
Yes, children are welcome. We provide lifejackets for all ages and recommend adult supervision at all times.
Yes. All safety gear, including lifejackets for every passenger, is included in your hire.
No. Swimming in the Yarra River is not permitted during your hire.
You’ll cruise along the Yarra River, taking in Melbourne’s skyline, parks, and landmarks. For safety, we’ll explain your designated route during your briefing.
No. For safety reasons, our self-drive boats are continuous cruising only. You can enjoy your food and drinks while on board.
Yes! Our boats are fitted with Bluetooth sound systems, so you can bring your own playlist.
Yes, the driver must be at least 21 years old.
Yes. Self-drive boat hire gift vouchers are available and make a great experience gift.
All hires depart from our Docklands location, just minutes from Melbourne CBD.
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