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What to Ask Before Booking a Boat

A small private charter turns a birthday or anniversary into a few hours on the water rather than another restaurant booking. On Port Phillip Bay, a restored timber cruiser takes groups of up to 12 out past working mussel farms, with seafood served and wine poured on board.

Questions to settle before chartering:

  • Numbers. Twelve guests is the limit, so this suits a close circle rather than a big party.
  • Food and drinks. Ask what the seafood menu covers, whether there are options for guests who skip seafood, and what the drinks packages include.
  • Weather. Wind and weather on the bay can move or cancel a trip, so ask about rebooking terms before paying.
  • Comfort. Ask about shelter and facilities on board, and bring layers for cooler days.

Ask the operator for a quote that covers the boat, food and drinks. A charter pairs well with an anniversary party dinner or a reunion lunch on land.

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Who a small charter suits

  • An anniversary or milestone birthday with immediate family or a few close friends.
  • A small leadership team or client lunch that wants privacy.
  • A reunion of old friends who want time to talk away from a noisy room.

Planning around the water

  • Confirm where the boat departs, and how the group will get there and home; a minibus or chauffeured car suits a group that has been drinking.
  • Keep a backup date in mind in case the weather turns.
  • Guests prone to seasickness should take precautions before boarding.

Everything You Need to Know About Boat Hire

How many guests fit on a private bay charter?

Up to 12 guests, which makes it suited to small, close-knit celebrations.

Is food included on the seafood charter?

The charter centres on seafood, with catering and drinks packages available. Ask what is included in the quote.

What happens if the bay is too rough to go out?

Wind and weather can move or cancel a charter. Ask about the operator's rebooking terms before confirming.

Can a work team charter the boat?

Yes, corporate and Christmas groups are welcome within the 12-guest limit.

How do guests get home after a charter with drinks?

Book a minibus or a chauffeured car to meet the group when the boat returns.

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