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The Bacardi is reserved for your group, with capacity for up to 25 cruise passengers.
Private boat hire Melbourne
Hire the Bacardi for your own Melbourne charter
Choose fishing or cruising, bring your group and make the boat your venue for the session.
Williamstown · MelbournePrivate · up to 25A private boat from Williamstown
A large charter boat with more than one way to use it.
Able Charters operates the motor vessel Bacardi from Gem Pier in Williamstown. It is set up as a roomy fishing platform and a flexible private cruise vessel, with different licensed passenger limits for each activity.
Book an exclusive fishing charter for up to 20 fishing passengers, or choose a private bay or river cruise for up to 25 guests. Selected departures can also be arranged from Port Melbourne, St Kilda or Docklands depending on the charter.
Plan it your way
What your private charter can include.
Three hours cruising
Choose a daytime or evening session, subject to the date, conditions and departure access.
Food & drinks
Ask about catering or BYO arrangements when you make your enquiry.
A flexible route
The skipper plans a suitable river or Bay route around the weather, traffic and your timing.
A simple plan works best
Make the time onboard count.
Tell us what kind of atmosphere you want. We will help with the practical boat details so your group can focus on the occasion.
- Exclusive fishing with friends or colleagues
- Sightseeing towards Docklands and the Yarra
- Birthday, reunion or surprise cruise
- Bucks and hens party boat hire
- Corporate hosting and team functions
Frequently asked
Plan with confidence.
What is the difference between fishing and cruise capacity?
The Bacardi is licensed for up to 20 fishing passengers and up to 25 passengers when cruising. The equipment and layout requirements differ between activities.
Can we combine fishing and cruising?
Ask when you enquire. The skipper can explain which charter format is appropriate for your group, timing and intended activity.
Where is the boat based?
The Bacardi is based at Gem Pier in Williamstown, about 11 kilometres from central Melbourne.
How much does private boat hire cost?
Private Werribee South fishing charters are $2,000. Exclusive Bacardi fishing charters start from $2,200 for four hours, while private three-hour cruises start from $2,000. Departure point affects the final rate, and all trips require a minimum of six passengers.
How do we get a quote?
Use the enquiry form with your preferred date, activity, group size and departure point, or call 0401 366 513.
Let’s get you on the water
Start planning your private charter.
Send us your preferred date, guest numbers, departure point and any details that matter to the group.