Begin your cruise in the heart of the Gold Coast
Inspiration Cruises boards from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, giving your group a central starting point for a private yacht charter. From relaxed sightseeing to birthdays, corporate events and sunset celebrations, the charter is shaped around your confirmed booking and safe operating conditions.
Easy group meeting point
Bring everyone together at one confirmed public pontoon before boarding Inspiration.
Your group only
Inspiration is reserved exclusively for your confirmed guests throughout the charter.
Cruise your way
Bring your preferred food, drinks and music and create an atmosphere suited to your group.
73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise
All public boarding for Inspiration Cruises takes place from the public pontoon at this address. Please arrive 10 minutes before your confirmed charter time so boarding can be completed and the yacht can depart on schedule.
Your private 51ft Sealine T51
Inspiration is a 51ft luxury motor yacht available for private charters of up to 25 guests. Your skipper and crew manage navigation, vessel operations and onboard safety while your group enjoys the Gold Coast waterways.
Choose the experience that fits your group
The same central boarding location works for relaxed scenic cruises, celebrations, family outings and private business events.
Birthday cruises
Celebrate a milestone, family birthday or surprise occasion aboard your own private yacht.
Explore birthday cruisesSunset cruises
Enjoy an afternoon or sunset-style charter with city views, your own food, drinks and playlist.
Explore sunset cruisesSightseeing cruises
See the skyline and surrounding waterways from a private yacht reserved for your group.
Explore sightseeing cruisesParty cruises
Bring your own food and drinks, connect your phone and celebrate privately with up to 25 guests.
Explore party cruisesHens party cruises
A private setting for the bride and her group with BYO welcome and optional entertainment.
Explore hens cruisesFamily cruises
Relaxed private cruising for local families, visiting relatives and multigenerational groups.
Explore family cruisesCorporate cruises
Host colleagues, clients or team members in a polished but relaxed private setting.
Explore corporate cruisesProposals and celebrations
Plan a private proposal, anniversary, intimate ceremony or romantic cruise.
Explore romantic cruises$690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, making the minimum charter price $1,380 including GST.
Make the charter feel like your own
Bring suitable food and drinks for your group, or arrange optional catering directly with a supplier.
BYO food and drinks
BYO food, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages are welcome. Red wine is not permitted onboard, and safety and RSA requirements apply.
What we provide
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.
Optional catering
Guests arrange and pay their caterer directly. One suggested option is Simone’s Amazing Grazing .
City views, celebrations and golden-hour cruising
Inspiration can host lively group occasions or more relaxed private time on the Gold Coast waterways.
Helpful answers before you enquire
Boarding, pricing, guests, BYO, catering and onboard rules.
Where do Surfers Paradise boat charters board?
Boarding is from the public pontoon at 73 Cavill Ave, Surfers Paradise QLD 4217. Please arrive 10 minutes before your confirmed charter time so boarding can be completed and the yacht can depart on schedule.
How much is a private Surfers Paradise boat charter?
Private charters aboard Inspiration are $690 per hour including GST. A minimum booking duration of 2 hours applies, making the minimum charter price $1,380 including GST.
How many guests can come onboard?
Inspiration can accommodate up to 25 guests. For groups of 15 or more, please provide the final guest count at least 48 hours before the charter.
Can we bring our own food and drinks?
Yes. BYO food and drinks are welcome onboard. Red wine is not permitted, and safety and RSA requirements apply.
What does Inspiration Cruises provide?
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 arrange catering?
Yes. Guests arrange and pay their caterer directly. Once your order is confirmed, send us the delivery details and we can help coordinate a suitable delivery time. See our Catering and BYO page.
Can we bring decorations?
Inspiration Cruises does not provide decorations or event styling. Small removable items may be brought if they are safe and approved. Confetti and permanent adhesives are not permitted.
What shoes should guests wear?
Guests must wear non-marking or white-soled shoes, or go barefoot onboard.
Can intoxicated guests board?
Safety and RSA requirements apply. Intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service.
What happens if the weather is unsuitable?
Cruises operate in normal conditions. If conditions are unsafe, we will work with the booking contact on the best available option.
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Guests must wear non-marking or white-soled shoes, or go barefoot onboard. BYO food and drinks are welcome, but red wine is not permitted. Safety and RSA requirements apply, and intoxicated guests may be refused boarding or service. Full booking terms: Inspiration Cruises Terms & Conditions .