As the original boutique Sydney luxury charter vessel State of the Art has played host to some of the most recognisable and loved celebrity clientele in the world. HRH Prince Charles, Will Ferrel, Robert Di Niro, Megan Gale and Silverchair have been a few of our favourites.
This luxurious vessel is equipped with polished timber floors, large comfortable lounge suites, commercial galley, 32 inch flat-screen television with plug-ins for PowerPoint presentations, custom surround sound audio system and a large cool room stocked with your favourite beverages. The commercial style galley easily caters for large corporate or social occasions and is available for use with a BYO optioned Charter. The main aft deck includes a dining table for 10 guests providing an amazing alfresco dining experience. The top deck has panoramic views of Sydney Harbour with an intimate lounge and small deck area. The large bow area is accessible while on anchor and equipped with a sun-bed.
State of the Art is ideal for team reward events, corporate entertaining, company meetings, product launches, Christmas parties, family gatherings, birthdays, weddings, proposals, engagement parties, Bucks and Hens parties and a large range of exclusive events tailored to your specifications. Our professional and friendly crew have a keen eye for detail and are always happy to attend to your every requirement. Motor Cruiser State of the Art is available for a minimum of 3 hours and is a fully licensed vessel.
State of the Art Fee Schedule 2025/26
| Standard rates | Peak (November to March):
$950 per hour (minimum 4 hours) Off-peak (April to October): $850 per hour (Charters under 4 hours on application only) |
| Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Australia Day, Boxing Day
(5 hour minimum on Boxing Day, New Years Day and Australia Day) |
$1250 per hour
Note: A 50% surcharge applies to waitstaff fees on these dates. |
| New Year’s Eve
6:00pm to 1:00am (7hrs) |
$28,500 BYO charter
$32,950 all-inclusive food and beverage package (Waitstaff and wharf fees included) Rates based on 25 guests. Additional guests up to 40 @ $500pp BYO or $800pp all inclusive |
| Other Public Holidays | All public holidays not noted above incur a 20% surcharge on the hourly rate and staff. |
| Waitstaff | 1-9 guests: one waitstaff
10-40 guests: two waitstaff Note: $300 per waitstaff for 4 hours. Additional hours at $75 per hour. |
| Wharf fees | $50 each use |
| BYO fees | BYO Food: $250
BYO Beverages: $20 per person (includes ice and glassware and cool storage). |
| Surcharges | Manly and Middle Harbour travel surcharge (on application only and subject to approval): $200 for each pick-up drop-off in Manly / Middle Harbour. North shore and Northern Beaches residents can avoid the travel surcharge by using Mosman Bay wharf.
Pre-access for drop-off of food, beverages, equipment and decorations:
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| Water toys | Lilypad: complimentary on all charters.
Stand-up Paddle Boards (SUPs): $60 each SUP SPLASH POND by AquaClub: $200
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| BYO DJs | We supply speakers, cabling and a table: $100 |
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