Swan River cruises
Cruise past the Perth city skyline, Elizabeth Quay, South Perth and Kings Park. A 3 to 5 hour Swan River charter suits birthdays, sunset drinks and work functions.
Swan River sunset cruises →
Skippered boat hire · Perth WA
Boat Hire & Luxury Yacht Charter Perth
Private boats for 12 to 200 guests, with skipper and crew. Pick a boat, see the price, book.
- 44boats
- 12–200guests
- $1,350from / 3hrs
- Nolicence needed
What are you planning?
Boat hire in Perth for every occasion
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Popular boats for hire in Perth
New · Broome
Broome helicopter tours
See Cable Beach and the Kimberley coast from the air.
- 30-min scenic flight$796pp
- Pearl farm flight & tour$993pp
- Horizontal Falls day$2,720pp
Three easy steps
How to book a boat in Perth
- Pick a boatFilter by group size and trip.
- Get a written quoteWe reply within 24 hours.
- Step aboardSkipper and crew do the rest.
Boat hire Perth
Private boat charters with skipper and crew
Perth Luxury Charters arranges private boat hire and luxury yacht charters across Perth, from 3-hour Swan River cruises to full-day Rottnest Island trips. Every boat comes with a licensed skipper and crew, so nobody in your group needs a boat licence. Prices are listed for all 44 boats and include GST.
Rottnest & Carnac Island trips
Leave from Fremantle for swimming, snorkelling and lunch in a quiet bay. Rottnest Island boat charters run 4 to 8 hours and start from $2,100.
Rottnest boat charters →Party boats & corporate events
Event boats take up to 200 guests for Christmas parties, 21sts and client functions, with bars, dance floors and catering options on the larger vessels.
Corporate boat hire →Wedding boat hire
Hold a ceremony, reception, engagement or anniversary on the Swan River or the coast, with routes timed for sunset photos.
Wedding boat charters →Luxury yacht hire
Air-conditioned motor yachts such as Ohana, Odyssey and Miramar, with flybridges, swim platforms and full galleys for a premium day out.
Yacht hire Perth →Swan Valley winery cruises
Cruise up the river from Perth to the Swan Valley wineries on a one-way or return trip. Timing depends on the tide.
Swan Valley boats →Also popular: boat hire Perth prices · private boat charter · Broome helicopter tours · Perth departure points
How much does boat hire in Perth cost?
Skippered boat hire starts from $1,350 for a 3-hour Swan River cruise for up to 12 guests. Rottnest Island trips start from $2,100 and boats for 100+ guests start from $4,260. Prices include GST. See every boat's price.
Do I need a boat licence to hire a boat?
No. Every boat comes with a licensed skipper and crew who drive the boat and look after safety.
Can we take a boat to Rottnest Island?
Yes. Most boats for 12 to 100 guests do Rottnest Island trips of 4 to 8 hours. Government Rottnest landing and entry fees may apply. Rottnest boat charters.
Where do the boats leave from?
Prices are based on leaving from East Fremantle or Fremantle. Pick-ups from Elizabeth Quay, South Perth, Claremont, Mosman Park, JoJo's and Hillarys are available on most boats for an extra fee. Departure points.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
On most boats, yes, and many have a BBQ, iceboxes and fridges. Some licensed vessels such as River Bells and Decoy don't allow BYO. We confirm the rules for your boat in your quote.
How many people can we take?
Our boats take from 12 up to 200 guests. Filter the fleet by group size to see every boat that fits your group. Filter boats by group size.
How far ahead should we book?
Book as early as you can for October to March and the Christmas party season, when the most popular boats fill first.
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