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Bayrunner

$550.00

Looking for a versatile, spacious vessel to host your next event on Sydney Harbour? The Bayrunner is the ideal choice for weddings, corporate functions, birthday parties, and celebrations of all kinds. With a capacity to accommodate up to 180 guests, this impressive boat offers ample space for any occasion while catering to a range of budgets.

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Specs

Category: Availability:

Available via enquiry above
Capacity

180
Features

BYO Food & Drinks, Catering options, DJ allowed, Fridges, Full Size Bar, Sound System

Description

The Bayrunner boasts multiple open areas, including an expansive top deck and a large open bow, providing stunning panoramic views of Sydney Harbour. These picturesque settings create the perfect backdrop for your event, whether it’s an intimate gathering or a large celebration. Inside, you’ll find a spacious indoor area and a fully equipped bar, both customisable to suit your event’s specific needs.

One of the unique advantages of the Bayrunner is its flexibility with catering. Offering BYO (Bring Your Own) charters, you can bring your own food and drinks, or opt for the available catering options. For a fun and interactive experience, the boat is also equipped with a BBQ, and the crew can cook your own meats to perfection.

In addition to BYO, the Bayrunner provides options such as a cash bar and beverage packages, ensuring that your guests’ refreshment needs are fully catered to.

With its spacious layout, breathtaking views, and fully customisable options, the Bayrunner is perfect for hosting unforgettable events on Sydney Harbour. Contact us today to book your next celebration or corporate event aboard the Bayrunner!

RATES

Boat Hire
$900/h Saturdays December
$800/h Saturdays November
$750/h Fridays & Sundays November–December
$650/h Other days September–March
$550/h April–August

Wharf Fees
$150 Sydney City Wharves
$400 Manly Pick Up (160 capacity, weather dependant)

Staff
0–49 pax: 1 staff $300
50–89 pax: 2 staff $600
90–134 pax: 3 staff $900
134–180 pax: 4 staff $1200

High Risk Events (Bucks, sports teams, 18ths–21sts, all male groups) require extra staff:
0–89 pax: +1 staff $300
90–180 pax: +2 staff $600

Drinks
Cash Bar – No charge, min spend $10pp
Bar Tab – Min $20pp
BYO up to 100 pax – $15pp
BYO above 100 pax – On request only
Beer & Wine package – $55pp
Spirits inclusive package – $75pp

Food
BYO Food – No charge (must have sufficient food if alcohol is served)
Sausage sizzle – $12pp
Pizzas – $20pp
Other catering – On request

Rentals
4.5m Slide – $750 (available Nov 2024 onwards)
Lilypad – $100
Paddleboard – $25 each

Public Holidays 20% surcharge

Floating Festival Raft Events vs Private Charter Boat Hire

We have two exciting options to choose from:

1. Join our renowned floating festival raft-up events! We gather a fleet of yachts at Rose Bay Wharf and sail to a secret spot on Sydney Harbour. There, we link up the yachts to create an afternoon party zone with top local DJs spinning tunes. You can reserve an entire yacht or purchase individual tickets. Prices start at *$3000 for a whole yacht and *$165 per person for a single ticket.

2. Prefer a private experience? You can hire a boat exclusively for you and your friends to explore Sydney Harbour without other vessels nearby. Prices for private charters range from *$300 per hour to *$1250 per hour. (*Additional fees may apply.)

How to Book

  1. View all events here
  2. Select the date you want
  3. Select the yacht you want to book
  4. Select the payment option you want by clicking “MORE PAYMENT OPTIONS. We have 3 payment options, when booking a whole yacht. Only option 1 is available for single tickets
    a) Pay whole balance up front
    b) Payment plan – Pay 10% a week over 10 weeks (not available if event is within 10 weeks)
    c) Social Split – Pay small deposit and we’ll email you a private ticket link to share with your friends to pay off the remaining balance
  5. Proceed to check out by completing attendee info, customer & billing info
  6. You will be emailed confirmation of your booking
  1. View all boats here
  2. Select the boat you want. You can use the filters to help you choose
  3. Send us an enquiry via the online form on the boat you have selected
  4. We will call/email within 24-48 hours to let you know availability and pricing
  5. If you are happy with the quote, we will email you an invoice to pay a deposit (20-50% of total booking) to secure your vessel of choice

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