Able Fishing & Charters

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Capacity: 25 guestsCategory: Boats

Highlights

The Bacardi takes up to 25 guests on a private cruise and is set aside for your group alone
Three-hour charters can start from Williamstown's Gem Pier, Port Melbourne's Beacon Cove or Docklands' Collins Landing
Covered cabin, open rear deck and a private toilet, with catering or BYO arranged before the day

About Able Fishing & Charters

Able Fishing & Charters is a Williamstown operator that many people know for fishing trips, but its main boat, the Bacardi, also works as a private party cruiser. For cruising it is licensed for up to 25 passengers, and every charter reserves the whole boat, so nobody outside your guest list comes aboard. The standard private cruise runs for three hours. Most leave from Gem Pier in Williamstown, with Port Melbourne's Beacon Cove and Docklands' Collins Landing also on offer depending on the date and berth access. From there the skipper can follow Hobsons Bay round to Docklands and on towards the Yarra, or head down the shoreline of Port Phillip Bay when the weather allows. The route is always the skipper's call on the day. On board there is a covered cabin, an open rear deck that can be closed in when it turns cool, and a private toilet. The crew runs bucks nights, hens parties, birthday cruises, client outings and relaxed get-togethers such as reunions. Groups who want to fish can book an exclusive fishing charter instead, with rods, reels, bait and tackle provided. Food can be catered by arrangement, or BYO food and drinks may be agreed in advance. Alcohol, decorations and any entertainment need to be cleared with the crew first so everything stays safe on the vessel. Send an enquiry with your date, numbers and preferred departure point.

Inclusions & amenities

Vessel Type

Cruiser

Features

Relaxed VibeParty Vibe

Location

Port Phillip BayDocklands & Victoria HarbourYarra River

Food & Drinks

Catering AvailableBYO FoodBYO Drinks

Pricing

A private three-hour cruise for up to 25 guests is $2,000 from Gem Pier in Williamstown, $2,100 from Beacon Cove in Port Melbourne and $2,000 from Collins Landing in Docklands. Exclusive four-hour fishing charters start at $2,200 from Williamstown for up to 15, with up to five extra anglers at $120 each.

Shared fishing seats are $180 for adults and $120 for children aged 7 to 13. Footy and concert trips are quoted for each event. A minimum of six passengers applies to all trips.

Food

Catering can be arranged for private cruises, from shared platters to finger food served on deck. BYO food may be possible by prior agreement, so raise it with the crew when you send your enquiry.

Beverages

There is no bar on board. BYO drinks may be allowed by prior agreement, and alcohol is always subject to the skipper's safety requirements, so anyone who is intoxicated can be refused boarding.

Wharfs & Availability

The Bacardi is based at Gem Pier, Williamstown. Three-hour private cruises can also board at Beacon Cove in Port Melbourne or Collins Landing in Docklands, and run around Hobsons Bay, Docklands, towards the Yarra or along Port Phillip Bay when conditions suit.

Frequently asked questions

How many guests can come on a private cruise?

Up to 25 people can come aboard the Bacardi for a cruise, or 20 on a fishing charter. A minimum of six passengers applies to every booking.

Where does the boat leave from?

Gem Pier in Williamstown is the main departure. Private cruises can also start from Beacon Cove in Port Melbourne or Collins Landing in Docklands, subject to the date and berth access.

Can we bring our own food and drinks?

Catering can be organised, or BYO food and drinks may be allowed by prior agreement. Alcohol is always subject to the skipper's safety rules and the booking conditions.

Can we decorate the boat for a hens or birthday cruise?

Yes, as long as you check with the crew first. Anything you bring has to be fixed securely, suit a working boat and come down quickly once the charter ends.

Can a bucks group fish as part of the day?

Yes. Exclusive fishing charters reserve the Bacardi for four or five hours with rods, reels, bait and tackle supplied, so a bucks group can fish instead of, or as well as, cruising.

Suitable occasions

Birthday Party Bucks Party Corporate Event Hens Party Reunion

Reviews

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Edis Kurtanovic

6 months ago

“Absolutely fantastic experience with Able Fishing Charter. The crew was knowledgeable, helpful, and made sure everyone had a great time. Everything was well organized, and the atmosphere was relaxed and fun. We caught f…

Chris OKeefe

9 months ago

Steve was awesome. We took off from Wyndam Harbour for an afternoon trip, tried 4 locations in the bay and caught a nice haul of King George Whiting.great experience especially for my son who loved it. Highly recommend A…

Emily Li

a year ago

Steve is very attentive and professional. Good equipments and nice charter. We went to several spots. We got a huge skate, snappers and flatheads. Wonderful experience! Highly recommend!

Katie Mackley

2 years ago

Booked a fishing trip for my boyfriend for Christmas , even tho I only caught a small snapper , my boyfriend caught quite a big one. We had such a good time despite the rough waters & cloudy / rainy weather ,the staff on…

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