The main details before you book
Inspiration is available for private cruises with up to 25 guests. The yacht, skipper and crew are included, and you are welcome to bring food, drinks and music that suit your group.
Pricing
$690 per hour including GST, with a minimum booking duration of 2 hours.
Guest capacity
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests on your private charter.
Boarding
Public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise. Please arrive 10 minutes early.
Your private 51ft motor yacht
Inspiration is a Sealine T51 luxury motor yacht with guest areas for relaxing, socialising and enjoying the Gold Coast waterways.
Standard onboard essentials
We provide the following items for your confirmed private charter.
BYO food and drinks
BYO food and drinks are welcome onboard. Red wine is not permitted.
Catering
Guests order and pay their caterer directly. Simone’s Amazing Grazing is one suggested option: simonesamazinggrazing.com . Once ordered, send us the delivery details and we can help coordinate a suitable delivery time.
Another caterer
You may arrange another caterer directly. Please check the delivery timing and packaging with us before finalising the order.
Beverage collection
Subject to availability, we can collect a prepaid Dan Murphy’s Benowa order for a $120 handling fee. This service is not available on Saturdays.
$690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, making the minimum charter price $1,380 including GST. Your requested date and time are secured once the deposit has been received and your booking confirmation has been issued.
Confirm your preferred details
Provide your date, start time, duration and expected guest numbers.
Pay the deposit
$500 by fee-free bank transfer or $512 through Square including the card fee.
Receive confirmation
Send your remittance or screenshot so your payment can be recorded and confirmation issued.
Pay the remaining balance
The balance is due 2 weeks before the cruise. Card payment is available on request with a 2.2% card fee.
Practical guest information
A few important details help keep the yacht protected and the cruise running safely and on time.
White-soled or barefoot
Non-marking or white-soled shoes are required, or guests may go barefoot onboard.
No red wine
BYO drinks are welcome, but red wine is not permitted onboard.
Responsible service applies
Intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service.
Small removable items
We do not provide styling. Small removable items may be brought when safe. No confetti or permanent adhesives.
Adult supervision required
Minors must remain under responsible adult or guardian supervision at all times.
Final headcount
For groups of 15 or more, please provide the final headcount 48 hours before the cruise.
Food, beverages and selected add-ons
Optional services are subject to availability and should be requested before the cruise.
Catering
Choose and pay your caterer directly, then send us the confirmed delivery details so timing can be coordinated.
Dan Murphy’s collection
We may be able to collect a prepaid Dan Murphy’s Benowa order and have it ready onboard. Not available Saturdays.
Entertainment & transport
DJs, selected entertainment and transport options may be requested. Guide pricing is available on the pricing page.
What guests say after cruising with us
Read recent feedback from private celebrations, sightseeing cruises and group charters aboard Inspiration.
Questions guests ask before booking
Helpful answers about pricing, inclusions, food, payments, boarding, decorations and weather.
How much does a private yacht charter cost?
Private charters aboard Inspiration are $690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, so a 2-hour charter costs $1,380 including GST.
How many guests can Inspiration accommodate?
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests. For groups of 15 or more, please provide the final headcount 48 hours before the cruise.
What is provided onboard?
We provide a large esky and ice, plus cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers. Guests can connect a phone to the onboard sound system and play their own music.
Can we bring our own food and drinks or arrange catering?
Yes. BYO food and drinks are welcome, but red wine is not permitted. Guests arrange and pay their caterer directly. Once the order is confirmed, send us the delivery details and we can help coordinate a suitable delivery time.
How does the Dan Murphy’s collection service work?
Subject to availability, we can collect a prepaid order from Dan Murphy’s Benowa for a $120 handling fee. The order cost is separate, and the service is not available on Saturdays.
How do the deposit and balance payments work?
The deposit is $500 by fee-free bank transfer or $512 through Square, including the card fee. The remaining balance is due 2 weeks before the cruise.
Where do we board and when should we arrive?
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 . Please arrive 10 minutes early. Guests must wear non-marking or white-soled shoes, or go barefoot onboard.
Can we bring decorations, and what happens if the weather changes?
Inspiration Cruises does not provide decorations or styling. Small removable items may be brought when safe, but confetti and permanent adhesives are not permitted. Cruises operate in normal conditions. If conditions are considered unsafe, we will work with you on the best available option.
Safety and RSA requirements apply throughout the charter. Intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service. Minors require responsible adult or guardian supervision at all times. Full booking terms: Inspiration Cruises Terms & Conditions .
Tell us about your cruise
Send your preferred date, start time, duration, expected guest numbers and any questions about catering, beverages or optional add-ons. We will review the request and come back shortly.
Send an enquiry
Your preferred date, start time, charter duration and expected guest numbers are enough to begin.
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Full booking terms: Inspiration Cruises Terms & Conditions .