Eliza J - 4 hour Self-Drive Hire -For up to 12 People - No license required!
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Our luxury boats are perfect for an intimate cruise with your loved one or alternatively a small corporate function or social gathering.
Licensed to seat up to 12 passengers, the Eliza J offers a private, luxury cruising experience designed to create a feeling of ownershipof your vessel for the duration of your cruise. Eliza J is a fully electric-powered vessel which means a quieter cruise for you and your guests with no
fumes and emissions and the option of a fully enclosed cabin should Melbourne turn on inclement weather.
With no license required and a self-drive hire option available, the Eliza J can be yours for a day or evening cruise, or book one
of our experienced skippers to take you on a fully catered luxury cruise where all you need to do is sit back and enjoy the ride.
Take in Melbourne’s feature landmarks from a completely new perspective away from the hustle and bustle of the busy streets such as the Botanical
Gardens, Herring Island Park, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Southbank, Federation Square, and Docklands as well as taking in the beauty of the Yarra
surrounds by jetties, parks, and its breathtaking riverside beauty.
Eliza J offers everything you need to enjoy a day or evening on the water.
Vessel features include:
- Licensed to seat 12 passengers comfortably
- Electric powered – no noise, no fumes, and no emissions
- No license required
- Perfect for cruising
- Toilet
- Sink
- Very easy to drive and easy to maneuver
- Can be fully enclosed for inclement weather conditions
- Easy to board
- Navigational lights
- Fenders and mooring lines
- Max speed 5 knots
- 2 tables with white table cloths
- Fridge
- Esky under seat
- Stereo with AV jack input and bluetooth
- USB charging port for phones
All prices include GST
Self-Drive Hire Terms and Conditions
1. A security bond of $500 is required and taken as pre-authorization from a valid credit or debit card before hire commences. If no damage or incident, the boat is returned on time and in a clean state, as received then the security bond is released. This may take seven (7) business days to be released depending on your bank.
2. The maximum capacity of persons stated cannot be exceeded, all children are considered a person and are included in the maximum persons allowed onboard. This strictly cannot be exceeded.
3. The hirer must arrive 15 minutes prior to hiring time for boat operation and safety briefing
4. If you arrive late, your booking end-hire time remains the same and cannot be moved back
5. Late return of boat will incur a charge of $50 per 15 minutes late
6. The hirer is responsible for all damages to the boat when on hire
7. If the boat is returned back in an unacceptable clean state not similar to received then a cleaning fee of $100 will apply
8. The nominated driver must complete our hire agreement and be over the age of 21. Providing a copy of valid identification such as a driver’s license will also be required.
9. No smoking onboard – If any evidence of smoking on board the $500 security bond will not be returned
10. No fishing from the boat
11. No swimming from the boat
12. The nominated driver must remain under .00 blood alcohol content at all times during the hire
13. The hirer/nominated driver must inform of any incidents or any injuries during the hire period
14. The hirer/nominated must have a functioning mobile phone and be contactable at all times in case of emergency
15. Melbourne Boat Hire is not responsible for any personal belongings.
16. The nominated driver must adhere to all applicable nautical rules
17. Pricing may vary from time to time
18.No refund will be given if the boat is returned earlier than the due time
19. The nominated driver is responsible for the safety of all passengers on board
20. In the event of needing assistance due to the nominated drivers own fault and not following instructions a call-out fee of $250 will apply
21. From time to time there are river closures out of our control, which may affect the cruising route on the Yarra River, this may be for a rowing contest, Moomba festival, or emergency response. We cannot guarantee on the day of your booking that there is not a river closure.
Cancellation Policy
1. In the event of cancellation, the hirer must provide at least 7 days’ notice and the booking can be rescheduled to another date within 12 months. If cancellation is received less than 7 days prior to booking will be forfeited.
2. If extreme weather prevents the hirer from undertaking the booking, the booking will be rescheduled to an available date within 12 months from the original booking date. No refund will be given.
3. Each change request for a booking date or time will incur an administration fee of $50
4. Only at the discretion of the Manager will a refund be considered. In the event, a refund is given a $50 administration charge will incur.
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🙏Melbourne Boat Hire for the great food

Our boat was nice and tidy.
Melbourne Boat Hire staff are so polite and lovely people.
I recommend " Melbourne Boat Hire"


Our vessel, Eliza J, glided her way through the CBD via the river.
She was comfortable and easy to skipper.




Went with a couple of friends for the birthday of my partner.



Thank you to our knowledgeable and super capable skipper, James.
James was more than accomodating and made the experience even more special for me and my wife. Thanks again James!

If you plan on using their Champaign glasses, they are not the best for the holders provided and easily tip over with any wave.
overall, we had an excellent trip.





Crew and the weather played its part in the feel good experience we all had.
It was a birthday party attended by 25 people of all ages.
Everyone enjoyed it.
Wish we had it for longer.
However, anymore than 20 guests is a bit of crowding on this boat. A microwave oven may be a good addition if possible.
Very good experience overall.






The company is well run and their skipper Finn was very nice to greet us and explain everything we needed to know. The booking and waivers and on the day experience all ran smoothly. No issues. You can park on the streets around and or in the open car park across from St Mangos Ln.
I highly recommend this boat rental and would love to do it again!



They were amazing, so helpful and professional. The boat itself was stunning and perfect for the surprise 30th I had planned.



Secondly, we didn’t get served the correct entree that we ordered.
Also, one of the mains (the barramundi dish) didn’t come with the potatoes as expected but came with a big pile of chickpeas which was a bit of a disappointment as well.
For the price point of this experience, we feel a little bit disappointed. Otherwise the evening went smoothly, and it was definitely a special experience.

Thought we were getting sandwich & cheese platters - but only got a fruit platter







And we both we’re pretty disappointed with both of our meals they were both incorrect
My husband ordered barrabundi fillet with kipfler potato and lemon, fennel and caper butter i asked for no fennel with his meal
He received a barramundi fillet with chickpeas and fennel
And i ordered chicken risotto with roasted pumpkin and carrot, toasted pine nuts and sage
I got chicken with potatoes
We told the guy on the boat about my in correct dinner he apologised and said the boss will look into it, at the end of the cruise he gave us a left over bottle of rosé
It was very disappointing especially because we paid alot of money to enjoy our anniversary dinner

Roof covering helped us from the Melbourne weather.
The staff member was very kind, friendly and clearly explained.













Highly Recommend.




