Gold Coast Boat Hire Pricing – Inspiration Cruises yacht on the water
Private Yacht Charter Rates

Gold Coast Boat Hire Pricing

Private yacht charters at $650 per hour plus a $40 per hour temporary fuel levy, making the total current rate $690 per hour, fully skippered and customisable for celebrations, events and relaxed sightseeing on the Gold Coast.

$650/hr Base charter rate including GST
$40/hr Temporary fuel levy
$690/hr Total current rate
73 Cavill Ave Boarding at Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
Rates & Booking Info

Simple pricing, clear inclusions

Private yacht charters at $650 per hour plus a $40 per hour temporary fuel levy, making the total current rate $690 per hour, with up to 25 guests onboard. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can depart on time from 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise.

Base Charter Rate

$650/hr

Private yacht charter rate with skipper and crew included. Usually a 2-hour minimum.

Incl. GST

Temporary Fuel Levy

$40/hr

Shown separately from the base charter rate so your current pricing is clear and transparent.

Temporary levy

Total Current Rate

$690/hr

Your current hourly total, combining the base charter rate and the temporary fuel levy.

Base + levy

Deposit

$500

Your date is secured once the deposit is paid.

Secures your booking

BYO food and drinks are welcome. No red wine onboard. Non-marking shoes only, or barefoot.

Guests enjoying a private yacht charter with Inspiration Cruises
What’s Included

Standard charter inclusions

Everything needed for a smooth private charter is already built into the core charter rate.

Luxury 51ft motor yacht with multiple entertaining areas.
Skipper and crew included for every private charter.
Bluetooth sound system so you can connect your own music.
Large esky and ice ready for your BYO setup.
Cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers included onboard.
Up to 25 guests per booking.
Decorations & Styling

BYO setup is welcome

You’re welcome to bring your own small, removable decorations to personalise your cruise. We do not provide decoration packages.

No confetti or glitter and no permanent adhesives.
Small removable items only so the yacht stays safe and clean.
Please keep it simple and suitable for a quick setup.
Crew instructions must be followed for safety and turnaround timing.
Helpful To Know

Keep it simple and fast

Small styling touches work really well onboard. If you have something specific in mind, ask in advance and we’ll let you know what’s realistic.

Best for birthdays, hens, bucks, proposals and private group celebrations.
No decoration packages are supplied by us.
Optional Add-Ons

Popular extras people ask for

Enhance your cruise with entertainment, transport and catering options, subject to availability.

DJ

$150/hour
Great for party bookings that want a stronger onboard atmosphere.

Hummer

$500
30 minutes, up to 14 people.

24-Seater Minibus

$250 each way
Guide price only. Final amount depends on pickup address and distance.

Catering

BYO food is welcome, or you can order platters and catering separately for easier hosting.

View Catering →

BYO Styling

Small removable decorations are welcome, but decoration packages are not provided by us.

Other Requests

If there’s something specific you want, ask when enquiring and we’ll tell you what’s realistic.

Add-ons are subject to availability, so it’s best to request them early.

Catering Add-Ons

Seafood platters and grazing boards

Add gourmet seafood platters or custom grazing boards to your cruise. We work with trusted local catering partners who can deliver directly to the yacht before departure.

What our guests say

See why guests love cruising with us — recent 5-star reviews from happy customers.

Pricing FAQs

Questions people ask before booking

Clear answers to the main pricing and booking questions.

What’s the minimum booking time?

Our minimum booking is 2 hours.

How many guests can we bring?

We can host up to 25 guests onboard.

How is the fuel levy shown?

The $40 per hour temporary fuel levy is shown separately from the $650 per hour base charter rate, making the total current rate $690 per hour.

What’s included in the hourly rate?

The core rate includes the yacht, skipper and crew, sound system, large esky and ice, plus cups, plates, plastic champagne flutes and tumblers.

Can we bring our own food and drinks?

Yes — BYO food and drinks are welcome. Please note: no red wine onboard.

Can we bring decorations?

Yes — small removable decorations are welcome. We do not provide decoration packages.

Where do we meet?

Boarding is at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Please arrive 10 minutes early.

Terms & Conditions: View Terms & Conditions

Check availability and plan your cruise

Send your preferred date, start time and duration and we’ll confirm availability and come back with a quick quote.

Get in touch

Have a question or want to book a cruise? Fill out the quick form below and we’ll get back to you shortly.

Prefer email? inspirationcruises@icloud.com