About Melbourne Yarra River Cruises

We have been operating since 2010, 15+ years of experience delivering private boat charters, skippered cruises and bespoke Yarra River experiences. We operate 365 days a year and have catered for thousands of guests across weddings, corporate events, romantic occasions and celebrations.

Yes. All our vessels meet Australian maritime safety standards and are regularly inspected. Our skipper team holds current professional marine qualifications. Tourism Australia accreditation confirms our operations meet national safety and service standards. If you have specific safety questions, contact our team directly – we are happy to discuss our protocols.

Our intimate skippered cruises accommodate up to 10 guests. Larger private charters accommodate 15 to 35 guests, depending on the vessel. We can discuss custom arrangements for groups larger than 35. Browse our full range of cruise options for sizing and packages.

Terms are provided at booking. For guest-initiated cancellations, we apply a tiered refund schedule based on notice period. Weather-related postponements are rescheduled at no additional cost or offer a full refund. Contact us to discuss your specific situation – we aim to work with you flexibly.

Yes, we operate 365 days a year, including public holidays and special occasions. Public holiday and seasonal booking periods fill quickly – book early to secure preferred dates, especially for New Year’s Eve, Spring Racing, and festive season cruises.

Absolutely. Dietary requirements are catered for across all cruise packages. When you book, inform us of any allergies, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free or other dietary needs. Our catering partners create menus that accommodate all guests equally.

Our team typically responds to emails within one business day. For urgent enquiries, call +61 3 9981 2436 (weekdays and weekends). You can send us an email: info@melbourneyarrarivercruises.com 

We provide competitive pricing for larger group bookings. Contact our team to discuss group rates for corporate, school, club or association groups. We can arrange custom packages and flexible payment terms.

Several of our vessels include accessibility features. Discuss your specific access needs at booking so we can confirm the best vessel and arrange appropriate support. Our team is trained to assist and committed to ensuring all guests enjoy an accessible experience.