Broadwater cruising
Watch the Gold Coast skyline recede as the waterways open towards South Stradbroke Island. A private yacht gives the group a place to gather as the scenery changes.
The Gold Coast. Take to the water.
The skyline across the water, island shores and a long afternoon aboard. Take your next Gold Coast gathering out on the Broadwater.
Find my charterAn afternoon on the Broadwater.
Watch the skyline give way to island shores, with time to enjoy the yacht and the people aboard.
The Broadwater brings a different side of the Gold Coast into view. From the deck, the high-rises sit against wide waterways and the low, green edge of South Stradbroke Island.
Choose a day centred on lunch, a celebration or time at anchor. Keep space for conversation and the pleasure of being out on the water.
Your Gold Coast, from the water.
Stay close to the Broadwater for a social day aboard, or make island scenery the reason to go.
Stay a while at anchor
Spend part of the day enjoying the deck, with room for a meal and unhurried conversation. If a swim matters, include it when you begin planning.
A celebration with a view
A birthday or reunion can feel different with the city across the water. Choose a yacht where the group can sit together, move between spaces and enjoy the occasion.
A yacht for your Gold Coast day.
Look for the spaces your gathering needs, from a table for lunch to shaded seating and open deck.
Sunset
35mUp to 33 day guests
A beach club for afternoons close to the water.
Explore Sunset
Sea Raes
30.5m
A barbecue aboard for relaxed meals together.
Explore Sea Raes
Aurora
25mUp to 33 day guests
Explore AuroraA few practical details.
Start with your people and dates. The finer details can take shape from there.
- Choose your dates
- Dates, local conditions and the intended cruising area need to be considered together.
- Getting aboard
- Choose a Broadwater marina that works with the yacht, your transfers and the direction of the trip.
- Around the water
- The sheltered Broadwater and open coast have different conditions. South Stradbroke Island access varies by departure point and conditions. Longer coastal routes need a yacht suited to the distance and conditions.
Your time aboard
Half-day, full-day and overnight options depend on the yacht
The whole charter cost
Compare the complete cost for the whole yacht, with the same guests, time aboard and route. Check the currency, tax treatment and inclusions in your quote before deciding.
Understand charter costs- Hourly or day hire
- Compare the minimum hire and total time aboard. Check whether food, drinks and additional service are included in the charter fee.
- GST treatment
- Check whether taxes are included
- Fuel and berth fees
- Costs vary with the yacht and route
- Catering and beverages
- Food, drink and service choices.
- Guest and overnight capacity
- Day capacity and overnight accommodation are different limits.
- Season and event conditions
- Major events may have different prices and minimum charter lengths.
Bring your next gathering aboard.
Start the quiz with your date, guests and time aboard. Explore a charter for the Gold Coast day you would like to share.
Find my charterBefore you go.
Are the sample routes fixed packages?
They show how your time could unfold. The final route is shaped around your group, chosen yacht and conditions.
Can a Gold Coast charter continue beyond the Broadwater?
Yes, with a yacht suited to the route and enough time for the journey. The final plan depends on your dates and sea conditions.
What should we decide first?
Start with the time you have, who is coming and the cabins you need. Add the pace you prefer and your budget so the yacht search reflects the trip you want.