Private Yarra River Cruise Melbourne

A private Aquadonut cruise for celebrations and small groups

Your Own Private Cruise from Docklands

Book exclusive use of a boat for your group and plan the cruise around a birthday, proposal, anniversary, family gathering or relaxed catch-up. Aquadonut provides a circular social experience within Victoria Harbour and Docklands for groups of up to 10.

Choose the Right Boat and Cruise Style

Aquadonut — Up to 10 Guests

  • Private circular social seating
  • BYO food and drinks
  • Optional BBQ equipment when pre-booked
  • Self-drive options with no licence required
  • Victoria Harbour and Docklands operating area

Every Aquadonut booking is a self-drive session with no licence required — simply confirm your group size and occasion before choosing your duration.

Why Book a Private Yarra River Cruise

Exclusive Use for Your Group

Choose Your Cruise Duration

Plan Around Your Occasion

Private use, safety preparation and route guidance are included; food, BBQ and skipper options can be matched to the selected session.

Private Cruise Inclusions and Optional Extras

  • Exclusive use of the selected boat
  • Safety equipment and pre-departure briefing
  • Simple controls for eligible self-drive sessions
  • BYO food and drinks within booking rules
  • Optional BBQ equipment where offered
  • Docklands departure from Melbourne City Marina
  • Local support before departure and on return
  • Current route and weather guidance

Confirm the group and occasion before selecting the duration, route and driving style.

Plan Your Private Cruise from Docklands

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Confirm Your Group and Occasion

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Choose Duration and Skipper Option

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Confirm Route, Food and Extras

Answers about private use, capacities, routes and skipper availability

Private Yarra River Cruise Melbourne FAQs

Which boat is used for a private Yarra River cruise? Aquadonut is the self-drive fleet option used for approved cruising and can carry up to 10 guests.

Can an Aquadonut cruise the Yarra River? No. Aquadonut operates within Victoria Harbour and Docklands; choose a Aquadonut for a private Yarra River route.

Can we book a skipper? Selected sessions may offer a skipper. Confirm the date, duration and skipper availability before booking.

How many guests can join? Aquadonut accommodates up to 10 guests, subject to booking conditions.

Where does the cruise depart? Check in at Melbourne City Marina, 84 NewQuay Promenade, Docklands.

Compare self-drive and skipper availability

Compare Private Cruise Options

Choose a self-drive Aquadonut route, ask about a skipper, or select an Aquadonut session when Victoria Harbour suits your occasion.

Book Your Private Yarra River Cruise

Check live availability and confirm your group size, occasion, preferred duration and whether you need a skipper.

Self-drive Aquadonut BBQ boats from Docklands for private Victoria Harbour and Docklands experiences.

© Aquadonut Melbourne. Private boat hire on the Yarra River.

Contact & Book

0423 593 810
84 NewQuay Promenade, Docklands VIC
Check availability and book online