A private celebration on the Gold Coast waterways
A private party cruise gives your group its own venue, music, food, drinks and Gold Coast views without sharing the experience with members of the public. Your charter is exclusive to your group and includes skipper and crew.
Private for your group
Inspiration is reserved for your guests for the full charter duration.
Your own music
Connect your phone to the onboard sound system and play music suited to your celebration.
Easy BYO setup
Bring your own food and drinks, with a large esky and ice provided onboard.
Inclusions for your private party cruise
Your booking includes exclusive use of Inspiration and the essential onboard items needed for an easy BYO celebration.
Inspiration
Exclusive use of our 51ft Sealine T51 luxury motor yacht.
Skipper & Crew
Skipper and crew are included with every private charter.
Sound System
Connect your phone and play your own music during the cruise.
Esky & Ice
A large esky and ice are provided for your BYO food and drinks.
Cups & Plates
Cups and plates are provided for use during your party cruise.
Drinkware
Plastic champagne flutes and tumblers are provided onboard.
BYO Welcome
Bring your own food and drinks. Red wine is not permitted onboard.
Up to 25 Guests
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests on a private party cruise.
Birthdays, hens, bucks and group celebrations
Inspiration offers a premium alternative to a restaurant, function room, nightclub or shared public cruise.
Birthday Cruises
Celebrate a milestone birthday with your own guest list, music, BYO food and drinks and Gold Coast views.
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Hens Party Cruises
Bring the group together for a private hens celebration with music, BYO drinks and your own space on the water.
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Bucks Party Cruises
Plan a private on-water celebration with your mates, your own music and a relaxed Gold Coast setting.
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Create the atmosphere for your celebration
Connect your phone to the onboard sound system and choose the music for your cruise. BYO food and drinks are welcome, or optional catering can be ordered separately.
Small removable items are welcome
Inspiration Cruises does not provide decorations or styling services. Guests may bring small removable items when they are safe and suitable for use onboard.
Keep your setup simple and yacht-safe
Small removable items are usually the easiest option for a private cruise. Please discuss larger items with us before your charter.
Gold Coast views suited to your charter time
Your route will depend on charter duration, weather, waterway conditions and the style of celebration you are planning. Our crew will help choose a suitable route for the time available.
73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 .
$690 per hour including GST
Enjoy exclusive use of Inspiration with skipper and crew included. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies.
Private party charter
$690/hrYour private party charter is $690 per hour including GST and includes exclusive use of Inspiration with skipper and crew. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies.
Minimum charter price $1,380 including GSTRequirements for a safe celebration
These requirements protect Inspiration and help keep every guest safe and comfortable during the cruise.
Footwear
Non-marking or white-soled shoes only, or guests may go barefoot onboard.
No Red Wine
Red wine is not permitted aboard Inspiration.
Safety & RSA
Intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service.
Minors
Minors require responsible adult or guardian supervision at all times.
Choose the option that suits your group
View the live booking calendar and book online, or send an enquiry if you would like help planning your party cruise.
What guests say about Inspiration Cruises
Read recent feedback from birthdays, hens parties, bucks parties and private group celebrations aboard Inspiration.
Questions groups ask before booking
Information about online booking, pricing, music, BYO arrangements, boarding and onboard requirements.
Can I view availability without booking?
Yes. Visit the Book Now page to view the live calendar, available dates and charter options. You do not need to complete checkout just to view the calendar.
How much does a private party cruise cost?
Private party cruises aboard Inspiration are $690 per hour including GST, with a minimum booking duration of 2 hours. A 2-hour charter costs $1,380 including GST.
How many guests can we bring?
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests on a private party cruise.
Is the cruise private for our group?
Yes. Every charter is exclusive to your group and is not shared with members of the public.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes. BYO food and drinks are welcome onboard. Please note that red wine is not permitted.
What is provided onboard?
We provide a large esky and ice, plus cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers.
Can we play our own music?
Yes. Guests can connect a phone to the onboard sound system and play their own music during the cruise.
Is catering available?
Optional catering can be ordered directly through Simone’s Amazing Grazing . Once ordered, let us know and we can help coordinate delivery timing.
Can we bring decorations?
Small removable decorations are welcome when safe and approved. Confetti and permanent adhesives are not permitted. Inspiration Cruises does not provide decoration or styling services.
Where do party cruises depart from?
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217 . Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can depart on time.
What footwear can we wear onboard?
Guests must wear non-marking or white-soled shoes, or go barefoot onboard.
What happens if someone is intoxicated?
Safety and RSA requirements apply. Intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
Cruises operate in normal Gold Coast conditions. If conditions are considered unsafe, we will work with you on the best available option.
Full booking terms: Inspiration Cruises Terms & Conditions
Book online or send an enquiry
View live availability if you are ready to choose a date and book. Complete the enquiry form below if you would like help planning your party cruise.
Need more information?
Send your preferred date, start time, duration, expected guest numbers and the type of celebration you are planning. We will come back shortly.
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 .
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