Boat Hire in Australia

1,177 boat hire businesses across Australia, ranked by local votes. Pick a city to narrow it down.

Showing 81–100 of 1,177

Sunshine Coast · Takes quote requests

U-Drive Boat Hire

By appointment only · Noosaville · QLD 4566

Explore Noosa's beautiful waterways at your own pace with U-Drive Boat Hire in Noosa. Easy boat rentals for a perfect day on the water.

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North Coast · Takes quote requests

Cushy Fishing Charters

By appointment only · Tweed Heads · NSW 2485

Experience Fishing Charters in Tweed Heads with Cushyfishingcharters. Our expert guides and top-notch equipment guarantee a memorable trip.

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North East · Takes quote requests

Lake Macquarie Cruises

By appointment only · Morisset · NSW 2264

Cruise Newcastle, the Hunter and Lake Macquarie with NOVA Cruises View & Book Cruises Now Discover the beauty of Newcastle, the Hunter River and Lake Macquarie with NOVA Cruises – one unforgettable…

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Cairns · Takes quote requests

Explorer Ventures

By appointment only · Parramatta Park · QLD 4870

Explore top-rated liveaboard scuba diving trips with Explorer Ventures Fleet. Dive the world’s best destinations with expert crews and eco-friendly vessels.

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North West · Takes quote requests

Top Gun Charters

By appointment only · Exmouth · WA 6707

Established in 1989, Top Gun Charters is one of Western Australia's most experienced and professional charter boat operators. Our 21 metre custom built charter boat, Top Gun II is WA's Leading…

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Wheat Belt · Takes quote requests

Abrolhos Island Charters

By appointment only · Geraldton · WA 6530

ABROLHOS ISLAND CHARTERS: fishing Abrolhos Islands, fishing charters WA; Perth boat charters, party boat hire. For more information call 0401 555 222

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Western District · Takes quote requests

Nelson Endeavour

By appointment only · Nelson · VIC 3292

Family-run river cruises through the limestone gorges of the Lower Glenelg National Park. Scheduled cruises and private charters from Nelson, Victoria.

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Rockhampton · Takes quote requests

Queensland Yacht Charters

By appointment only · Airlie Beach · QLD 4802

We are a member of Dream Yacht Charter, a worldwide chain offering the best in yacht charters, as a member we pride ourselves on the quality and experience that we provide to all of our customers. We…

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Cairns · Takes quote requests

Reef Sprinter

By appointment only · Port Douglas · QLD 4877

Reef Sprinter, you can experience the beauty & wonder of Pacific wildlife with our Reef Snorkeling Tours from Port Douglas, AU today! Check us out & book now!

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Cairns · Takes quote requests

Ocean Spirit Cruises

By appointment only · Cairns City · QLD 4870

Experience an 8.5-hour Great Barrier Reef tour to Michaelmas Cay. Includes snorkelling, buffet lunch, marine biologist presentations & semi-sub reef tour.

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Sydney · Takes quote requests

Bravo Fishing Charters

By appointment only · Cronulla · NSW 2230

It�s time to put out your Gone Fishin� signs and take to the seas with Bravo Fishing Charters! From adventurous deep sea fishing to exciting bucks parties and beautiful reef fishing, we guarantee…

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Melbourne · Takes quote requests

Boat 4 Hire

By appointment only · Docklands · VIC 3008

With BOAT 4 Hire, there are no ramp waiting times of two hours in and out during peak times, with our in-the-water service. Go fishing in the bay or cruise the Yarra with our boats for hire across…

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Gold Coast · Takes quote requests

Duffy Down Under

By appointment only · Main Beach · QLD 4217

The Gold Coast's quietest and only Zero Emission Electric Boat Company. Cruising in a safe, green, clean and quite Duffy Electric Boat is like having your own limo on the water. Renting a Duffy…

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Rockhampton · Takes quote requests

Ocean Dynamics

By appointment only · Hamilton Island · QLD 4803

Ocean Dynamics caters for special occasions such as birthdays, weddings, honeymoons, corporate functions or incentives, fishing charters and sunset cruises. Whatever your requirements, we are more…

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Central NSW · Takes quote requests

Bella Casa Houseboats

By appointment only · Moama · NSW 2731

Bella Cassa Houseboats has a large range of Luxury Houseboats to make the perfect holiday for you and your family. Located on the Murray River, we will give you that luxury Mediterranean experience.

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User guide to Boat Hire

Private sea vessels are one of the most expensive modes of transportation to keep and maintain. However, these can also be hired for recreational purposes. These vessels can be categorized into three types: unpowered, which requires oars; sailing boats, which are propelled solely by means of sails; and, motorboats, which are propelled by engines.

There are a number of companies that provide boat hiring services. These boat companies lease sea worthy boats for affordable prices compared to buying one for you. It offers visitors a unique boating experience and relaxation and the opportunity to reconnect with family and friends in activities such as swimming and fishing.

In Australia, each State and Territory has different laws regarding the licensing of commercial and recreational boats. Each State and Territory has different requirements that a boat operator needs to meet in order get the boat into the water and sail safely around the Australian coast.

Boat licenses are an important requirement before a person can sail in Australia's open waters. It is for the safety of the owner, the crew, the passengers, other boaters and the boat itself. It is best to obtain the proper boat licenses regardless of the vessel's size and attending a course and license.
Customers can also check the websites of boat hire companies to check for quotes for comparison with other companies. Usually, these websites have information about their boats, the services they provide, and other details that customers find important.

Advantages of hiring a boat

  • There is no need to worry about the maintenance of the boat because all boats are taken care of by the boat hire company. However, the client will have to pay for damages if and when damages have been done onto the boat.
  • There are no insurance costs.
  • There are no storage problems when hiring a boat. Storage of the boat is the concern of the boat hire company.

Tips when hiring a boat

  • Check that the boat has all the safety equipment that goes with it including foul-weather gear and lifejackets.
  • Take as much as you can, you might stop at places where there are no cash machines.
  • Have a good idea of the proposed itinerary and be clear about where you are heading on a chart.
  • Have an alternative plan in case the weather does not cooperate.
  • Bring medication in case you suffer from seasickness.
  • Sensitive electronic equipment and gadgets do not mix well with sea water.

Recreational boating tips

  • Bring all the necessary items you need for your trip. You will be away from land for a time and there are no stores available lest you forget something.
  • Always bring life jackets for you and your family and friends safety aboard.
  • When anchoring, consider the sea bed where you'll drop anchor. Sand is the most ideal while rocks should be avoided. Think about other factors such as the wind and the tide when anchoring overnight.