Curious George is a spacious and vibrant party boat designed for relaxed cruising, celebrations and private events on Sydney Harbour. With an impressive 5.5-metre beam, generous open deck areas and a flybridge, the vessel offers plenty of room for guests to socialise, enjoy the views and soak up the sun.
Designed for entertaining in all conditions, Curious George features covered areas, a dedicated sink space and excellent water access via steps and a swim platform. Additional water toys are also planned, adding even more fun to future charters.
The onboard sound system includes two 12-inch powered PA speakers, delivering a nightclub-quality audio experience. There is no DJ fee and DJs only need to bring their decks. With its colourful tropical styling, spacious layout and excellent entertaining features, Curious George is an ideal choice for Sydney boat hire, birthday parties, group celebrations and private events on Sydney Harbour.
| Period | Day | Price |
|---|---|---|
| March – October | Sunday – Friday | $600/hour |
| March – October | Saturday | $650/hour |
| November – February | Sunday – Friday | $650/hour |
| November – February | Saturday | $700/hour |
| Public Holidays | All days | $840/hour |
| Additional Charges | Price |
|---|---|
| Wharf booking fee | $100 |
| BYO fee | $150 |
| Catering surcharge | +20% |
Minimum charter: 4 hours
Maximum guests: 33
Included: Nightclub amplified PA sound system with Bluetooth connectivity and 6-metre Bullfrog Lilypad.
Public holiday pricing: Based on 33 guests; $840/hour + $150 BYO + $100 wharf fees.
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Christmas Day | Contact for quote |
| New Year’s Eve 2027 – 30 guests, 7-hour BYO charter, 6pm–1am | TBA |
| New Year’s Day | $840/hour + $150 BYO + $100 wharf fees |
| Australia Day | $840/hour + $150 BYO + $100 wharf fees |
| Air Lounger | $150 |
| Pre Access – 45 minutes | $100 |
| Pre Access – 1 hour | $125 |
| Manly Pickup | +$150 |
| DJ | No charge |
Whale Watching Experience
| Ticket | Price |
| Adult (16+) | $149 |
| Child (4–15 years) | $99 |
| Infant (0–3 years) | $29 |
| 2 Adults + 1 Child | $339 |
| 1 Adult + 2 Children | $299 |
| 2 Adults + 2 Children | $422 |
| 2 Adults + 3 Children | $499 |
Private Charters: Perfect for a group of up to 33pax. No minimum number. 2.5hrs — Weekdays from $2,400 | Weekends from $2,800 you can also add a private photographer who can capture your event $300
| Menu Option | Price (per person) | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Antipasto & Nibbles (Add-on) | +$5 | Selection of antipasto and nibbles to start. Can be added to any menu. |
| The Classic Sausage Sizzle | $20 | Snags, onions, bread rolls and sauces — perfect for a day on the water. Vegetarian option available. |
| Gourmet BBQ | $32.50 | Sausages, fresh bread rolls and a variety of delicious salads. Vegetarian burgers available. |
| BBQ Chicken Lunch | $32.50 | Chargrill Charlies BBQ chicken with fresh bread rolls and salads. |
| DIY Burgers | $37.50 | BBQ-cooked burgers, bread rolls and classic toppings to build your own burger. Vegetarian option available. |
| DIY Chicken Souvlaki Kit | $37.50 | BBQ chicken skewers, flat breads, Greek salad, hummus and tzatziki. |
| Gourmet Christmas Party Menu | $65 | Antipasto box, baked Tasmanian salmon (GF), roasted pork belly (GF), pumpkin & goats cheese quiche, salads and fresh bread rolls. Served cold. |
We hire our boats every day of the week. Get in touch with us today and our friendly staff will get in touch with you shortly.
Yes.
Passengers are encouraged to move around with designated viewing areas (when safe to do so and when permitted by the skipper and crew).
Yes.
Our vessels have covered areas. We also have plastic roll down clears we can use to protect from sea spray. We try to keep our vessels open sided to ensure the best viewing but we do have the ability to roll down the clears for weather protection to maximise passenger comfort
when moving at speed through the harbour.
Yes there is a toilet onboard
We use a 12-meter motor catamarans vessels designed to provide:
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