Electric Picnic Boat Hire For 1 Hour - Gold Coast

Self drive
Fitness level low
Intensity level low
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Highlights & inclusions

Explore the Gold Coast on your own private boat
No licence or experience needed, be your own captain
Bring your own picnic to enjoy on the water
See iconic landmarks such as Q1 and the Home of the Arts (HOTA)
Keep an eye out for the famous Langham Hotel
Sail through the canals of Surfers Paradise
From
$149.00AUD
Free cancellation up to 72 hours prior to experience

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What you can expect

Be your own captain aboard Australia’s best private picnic boat experience! See the Gold Coast like never before with up to eight people aboard your very own environmentally friendly, self-drive picnic boat.

Setting sail from Isle of Capri in the heart of Surfers Paradise, explore the canals and waterways from a whole new perspective.

With no boat licence required, these electric boats are easy and fun to drive, with virtually no noise and no fumes. Fitted out with picnic tables, cup holders, and canopies, all you need to bring is your crew—plus your snacks and drinks—as you set sail to cruise the waterways.

Perfect for couples, families, groups of friends, and even your fur babies, these affordable and stylish picnic boats are set to make your day extraordinary. We’re sure that once you’ve tried it, you’ll be back for more!

Location

Capri on Via Roma 15-21 Via Roma, Surfers Paradise, QLD 4217

What you need to know

Inclusions
  • Private boat hire (up to 8 pax per boat)
  • All safety equipment
  • Safety briefing and demonstration
  • Map of area including local landmarks
Exclusions
  • Tour guide
  • Food and drinks (BYO available)
  • A $200 security bond will be held on a debit card (released at the end of the booking if the boat is returned undamaged). Alternatively, a $1 hold applies when using a credit card.
Extras
  • Souvenir Captain’s Hat and Stubby Coolers available to purchase onsite.
Highlights
  • Explore the Gold Coast on your own private boat
  • No licence or experience needed, be your own captain!
  • Bring your own picnic to enjoy on the water
  • See iconic landmarks such as Q1 and the Home of the Arts (HOTA)
  • Keep an eye out for the famous Langham Hotel
  • Sail through the canals of Surfers Paradise
Time
  • Boats depart exactly at the scheduled time and return after one hour.
Duration
  • Please allow 1 hour for this experience
Departure Location
  • Meeting point: 15-21 Via Roma Surfers Paradise QLD 4217
  • Please be ready 15 minutes prior to departure.
  • Enter the shopping mall and head towards the outdoor seating area for Edgewater Dining. There, you will find the GoBoat kiosk.
Terms And Conditions
  • A security bond of $200 is required. This will be taken as a pre-authorisation from a valid debit card and will be cancelled once the boat is returned without damage. Alternatively, if you choose to use a credit card, the pre-authorisation amount will be $1.
  • The nominated skipper must be 18 years of age or older.
  • A form of photo ID must be provided, preferably belonging to the individual who made the booking.
  • Guests may consume up to two alcoholic beverages per person, but the skipper must maintain a 0.00 BAC.
  • Fishing is not permitted on these boats.
  • Guests are not permitted to dock the boat at another; they must remain on the water for the duration of their booking.
Cancellation Policy
  • Change your booking up to 72 hours before the start time of your experience.
  • Changes are not permitted within 72 hours of your experience.
  • Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience.
Booking Information
  • Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at the time of booking.
  • Mobile vouchers are accepted.
  • For your information, complete tour operator details, including contact information, are provided on your tour voucher.
  • Availability was accurate at the time of booking; however, it is subject to change due to circumstances beyond our control.
  • We strongly recommend reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of booking and before making other travel arrangements.