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Private Boat Charter
A private boat charter hands the group their own deck on the water for the day, whether that is a skippered cruise out of Glenelg into Gulf St Vincent or a run up the Port River past the dolphins and the old wharves. Crack the esky, drop a line over the side, and let the buck hold court somewhere his phone barely reaches. It is the most relaxed big-ticket bucks activity going, and the one everyone remembers.
Why it works
Why boat charter lands so well
Being out on the water is a genuine escape, and a private charter means the whole boat is yours rather than sharing with strangers. The skipper handles everything to do with running the vessel, so the group just brings the drinks and the banter, and the open deck gives you room to fish, swim or simply sit in the sun. The Port River route adds the bonus of resident dolphins, which never gets old.
Who it suits
Perfect for groups of 8 to 25 who want a laid-back, premium day and ideally a warmer-weather date. It suits a group happy to spend a bit more for something special, and works as a half-day centrepiece before kicking on at a bar that night.
The vibe
Your own boat on the gulf with an esky and a fishing rod
The detail others skip
Charters are usually priced for the whole boat per hour or per half-day, so the per-head cost drops sharply as the group grows, and each vessel has a strict licensed passenger cap you cannot exceed. Most include the skipper and fuel; drinks and catering are typically BYO or an added catering package, and you should confirm whether BYO alcohol is permitted on that specific vessel. Half-day charters of 3 to 4 hours are the common format. Weather can move or cancel a trip, so build a little flexibility into the date and ask about the cancellation policy.
Indicative pricing
from $119 pp
Prices are indicative, set by independent suppliers, we match you to your budget.
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FAQ
Boat Charter: questions answered
On many charters yes, BYO is allowed, but it depends on the individual vessel and its licence, so it must be confirmed for the specific boat. Some offer a catering or beverage package instead. We will match you with a charter whose drinks policy suits how the group wants to run the day.
Usually per boat by the hour or as a half-day rate, not per head, so the cost per person falls as the group gets bigger. Each vessel has a maximum licensed passenger number you cannot go over, so tell us your group size and we will match a boat that fits.
The Port River run is calmer water with resident dolphins and the historic wharves, while a Glenelg departure heads out into the gulf for open-water cruising and swimming. We match you based on whether the group wants sightseeing and dolphins or open sea and a swim.