Private River Yacht Charters
An eight-metre mahogany launch berthed at our own wharf — sunset runs under the Story Bridge or full-day escapes to the Moreton Bay anchorage.
The River, Done Properly
Brisbane is a river city — most visitors just never see it from the water. Our launch idles at the Queen's Wharf berth each morning: mahogany hull, cream leather, a skipper who knows every bend and a hamper packed by the same kitchen that runs Atelier 33.
Two-hour sunset runs trace the city lights from the wharf to the bay mouth. Full-day charters anchor in Moreton Bay for swimming, snorkelling and a long lunch on the forward deck — snorkel gear, paddleboards and the sommelier's esky are all aboard.
Aboard the Launch
Skipper & deckhand
A licensed river pilot and a crew member who keeps glasses full — you never touch a rope.
Chef's hamper
Mooloolaba prawns, oysters, cheese and chilled wines — packed that morning by the banquet kitchen.
Water toys
Snorkelling gear and paddleboards aboard on day charters — the anchorage is yours alone.
On the Water
Dusk runs, bay days and the view only charter guests get.
How a Charter Runs
Step off the lobby floor and onto the water in ten minutes.
Choose your run
Sunset, half-day or full bay day — the concierge matches tide, weather and occasion.
Tell the kitchen
Dietary notes and wine preferences go to the galley 24 hours out — the hamper is built around you.
Board at the berth
The launch sits twenty metres from the lobby doors — champagne is poured before the lines come off.
The water does the rest
Under the bridge, past the wharves, out to the bay — the skipper narrates only if you want him to.
Every Charter Includes
- Licensed skipper & deckhand
- Chef's hamper & chilled wines
- Fuel, berthing & insurance
- Snorkel & SUP on day runs
- Towels, blankets & shade
- Rain-date rebooking
Good to know
- Daily, weather permitting — bay runs need calm seas
- Book 72 hours ahead; sunset slots fill 1 week out
- 8 guests max · children welcome with fitted vests
The bridge at dusk from the water is the best view this city offers — and we've made it a private one. Captain Tom Brice, Marine Operations
The skipper makes the call by 9 AM on the day — river runs go ahead in light rain (the cabin is enclosed), bay days need settled seas. Any weather cancellation rebooks free or refunds in full.
On bay day charters, yes — we anchor in clear, sheltered water off the islands with swim stops as long as you like. River swims are off the menu; the city reach is a working waterway.
Completely — tell the kitchen 24 hours out and the hamper rebuilds around allergies, preferences or occasions. Birthday cakes and celebration styling are house specialties.
Constantly — the deck has hosted more proposals than we can count, plus micro-weddings, corporate escapes and photo shoots. Tell us the occasion and we'll choreograph it.
Cast Off From the Lobby
Sunset slots sell a week out — tell us the date and the occasion and the launch will be waiting at the berth.