Mandurah Boat Hire
ProHighlights
- Self-drive pontoons, bow riders and fishing boats on the Mandurah canals and estuary, with no licence needed by day
- Premium pontoons for up to 12 guests with shade, a table and wheelchair access, and extra boats for bigger parties
- BYO eskies, platters and a speaker, with food from the restaurant next door available to order ahead
About Mandurah Boat Hire
Mandurah Boat Hire is a local, family-run fleet of self-drive boats based on Ormsby Terrace in Mandurah. Groups book a vessel of their own rather than seats on a tour, then explore the canals, the estuary and the Peel Inlet at their own pace. The fleet covers premium pontoons for six to 12 guests, standard pontoons for six to 12, bow riders for five or six, fishing boats, an eight-seat runabout and four-seat dinghies. Kayaks and stand-up paddle boards can be hired from the jetty too, and selected boats welcome dogs. No licence is needed for daytime hire. Every booking starts with a briefing from the crew, the boats stay within the sheltered estuary and marina, and the team watches the fleet on GPS with its own rescue boat on standby. For celebrations, the premium pontoons are the pick, with shade, a table, wheelchair access and space for a big esky. The business markets these hires for birthdays, hens days, family reunions and work Christmas break-ups, and larger parties can book more than one boat so everyone is out together. Groups bring their own food, drinks and speaker, and platters can be ordered from The Peninsula Bar and Restaurant next door with four hours' notice. The driver must stay sober, as there is zero tolerance for operating a boat while intoxicated.
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Pricing
A 12-seat premium pontoon is $346.50 for 90 minutes or $1,664 for a full eight hours. Kayaks and paddle boards start at $35 an hour, and an optional $20 excess waiver can replace the $200 bond.
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Frequently asked questions
How many people fit on one boat?
The largest premium and standard pontoons carry up to 12 people, including children and infants over 12 months. For a bigger party the team can help book several boats so the whole group is on the water at the same time.
Can we bring our own food and alcohol?
Yes. Groups can bring eskies, grazing platters and soft or alcoholic drinks, plus a Bluetooth speaker. Whoever is driving must stay under the limit, as the business has zero tolerance for operating a boat while intoxicated.
Does anyone in the group need a boat licence?
Not for daytime hire. The driver gets a briefing from the crew and must be judged competent before leaving the jetty, and the boats are kept to the estuary, marina and inlet where speeds stay low.
Can we hire a boat in the evening for a celebration?
Yes. Twilight and early-evening hires are offered for milestone birthdays and end-of-year work parties, with a start time agreed with the team to suit the occasion.
Is there a toilet on the boats?
No, none of the boats has a toilet on board. The nearest public toilet is beside the Visitor Centre close to the jetty, so plan stops into a longer hire.
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Jenny Gameau
2 weeks ago
A great experience that was easy to book. We spent 1 1/2 hour cruising the canals and exploring the waterways and marina. We even took our pup. Definitely recommend.
Sarah Cable
2 months ago
Visiting WA we hired a pontoon today. Can I say the person manning the buisiness today 7/9/2026 (think it was Handsome George) was fantastic. Not only was he professional but he also made the introduction fun and enterta…
Waseem Syed
2 months ago
Fantastic Experience We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Mandurah Boat Hire! The whole process was smooth and easy, and the boat was clean, well-maintained and perfect for a day out on the water. The staff we…
KC
5 months ago
Highly recommend Mandurah Boat Hire. The service was excellent, the safety briefing was clear and thorough, and the boats were clean, well-maintained, and easy to operate. It was obvious that safety is a top priority for…
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