Self-Drive Eliza J Boat Hire in Melbourne

English-speaking staff

2-hour self-drive boat hire

Fridge

2 tables with white tablecloths

Esky under seat

Toilet

Bluetooth Stereo

USB charging port for phones

Champagne bucket

Glasses

Important: Infants and children must be included in the passenger headcount

Participants must be aged under 100 to take part in this activity

Group size: 1-12 participant(s)

If you are prone to motion sickness, we strongly recommend you take travel sickness tablets 1 hour(s) before the activity time

Although not mandatory, it is recommended that you purchase accident and/or travel insurance before participating in this activity

This self-drive boat hire does not include a skipper or other crew members

You will be sent a confirmation email confirming the booking (please check your junk email) and attached will be the instructions with information regarding the hire

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

The maximum capacity of persons stated cannot be exceeded, all children are considered a person and are included in the maximum persons allowed onboard

The hirer must arrive 15 minutes prior to hiring time for boat operation and safety briefing

If you arrive late, your booking end-hire time remains the same and cannot be moved back

Late return of boat will incur a charge of $50 per 15 minutes late

The hirer is responsible for all damages to the boat when on hire

If the boat is returned back in an unacceptable clean state not similar to received then a cleaning fee of $100 will apply

The nominated driver must complete the 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

No smoking onboard - If any evidence of smoking on board the $500 security bond will not be returned

No fishing from the boat

No swimming from the boat

The nominated driver must remain under .00 blood alcohol content at all times during the hire

The hirer/nominated driver must inform of any incidents or any injuries during the hire period

The hirer/nominated must have a functioning mobile phone and be contactable at all times in case of emergency

Melbourne Boat Hire is not responsible for any personal belongings

The nominated driver must adhere to all applicable nautical rules

Pricing may vary from time to time

No refund will be given if the boat is returned earlier than the due time

The nominated driver is responsible for the safety of all passengers on board

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

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.  The operator cannot guarantee on the day of your booking that there is not a river closure

Participants who appear intoxicated may be refused service. In this case, no refunds will be given

Please be mindful not to feed the marine / wild animals or engage in any activity that may damage the ecosystem

The legal drinking age in Australia is age 18. Please bring a valid ID for proof of age

Charged mobile phone

Drinks, food or snack

Plates, cutlery and serviettes

This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible

Participants using wheelchairs/mobility equipment should be accompanied