Emelie 16m Two-Level Catamaran

Party Boat Hire Sydney

Say hello to Emelie, a stylish 16m two-level catamaran that’s new to Sydney Harbour and already picking up rave reviews. She’s fast becoming a go-to for groups after a roomy, affordable and fun harbour cruise.

Emelie takes up to 68 guests across two big levels, so she’s ideal for birthdays, corporate events, Christmas parties and family celebrations. The open-plan layout gives everyone room to mingle and take in the views, and with plenty of indoor and outdoor space she works in any weather.

Keep it simple with a BYO cruise and bring your own food and drinks, or make it easy with one of the catering packages. With great pricing and a modern catamaran design, Emelie is one of the best-value group charters on the harbour right now.

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Features

At a Glance

Capacity: 68 people

Price: From $730 per hour (others fees may apply – see price guide)

Boat Type: Catamaran

Location: Sydney Harbour

Key Features

Capacity for 68 guests
Stylish 16m two-level catamaran
New to the charter scene with great reviews
Open-plan layout across two generous levels
Multiple indoor and outdoor entertaining areas – great in any weather
Swim platform and free Aqua Lily Pad
Onboard BBQ
JBL Partybox speaker hire available
BYO food and drinks or catering packages
In-house DJ available

Availability

Availability:

Available daily (enquire with us to check availability)
Minimum 4-hour charter

Wharf Locations:

Pirrama Park Steps
Balmain West Ferry Wharf (Elliott Street)
Balmain Wharf (Thames Street)
Balmain (Yeend Street)
Casino Wharf
Elizabeth Macarthur Pontoon Wharf
Huntleys Point Wharf
King Street Wharf
Lavender Bay Wharf
Mosman Bay Wharf
North Sydney Wharf
Birkenhead Ferry Wharf
Rose Bay Wharf
Double Bay Wharf
Commissioners Steps
Wharf fees $75 per wharf (minimum 2 per booking)

Pre-Access:

45 minutes before your cruise, subject to availability ($350)

Good to Know:

Swimming during daylight hours only – Athol Bay, Mosman is the usual spot, weather permitting
Free Aqua Lily Pad onboard
Smoking permitted in designated areas
No stilettos or heels – soft-soled shoes only
No confetti, glitter, flower petals, tinsel, crepe or tissue paper or sparklers, and please take all decorations with you

Facilities

Dance Floor, Smoking Allowed, Sound System, Swimming Platform

Entertainment Options

Belly Dancer, Blackjack, Bongo Drummer, DJ Hire, Drag Queen, Guitarist, Karaoke, Photographer, Poker, Saxophonist, Strippers – Female, Strippers – Male, Topless Hostesses – Female, Topless Hosts – Male

Food

CATERING PACKAGES: (minimum 20 guests)

Deluxe BBQ: $37 per person – deluxe beef sausages in a long roll with caramelised onions and sauces, plus salads
Gourmet BBQ: $49 per person – gourmet beef sausages, peri peri chicken breast and BBQ garlic prawn skewers, plus salads
Deluxe Burger: $42 per person – Angel Bay Angus beef burger with cheese and relish, plus salads
Gourmet Burger: $54 per person – Angus beef burger, peri peri chicken breast and BBQ garlic prawn skewers, plus salads
Deluxe Buffet: $52 per person – cheese platter, choice of 2 mains (quiches, lasagnes, zucchini bacon slice) and sides
Gourmet Buffet: $69 per person – cheese platter, choice of 3 mains, sides and 2 desserts

Salads or sides by group size: 20-34 guests choose 2, 35-49 guests choose 3, 50+ guests choose 4.

PLATTERS & EXTRAS:

Cheese platter $140 / antipasto platter $190 / fresh fruit platter $180 / wrap platter $130 (each serves 15-20)
Mini burgers $135-$145 (20 serves)
Cocktail quiches and frittatas $130 (24 serves)
Slices, quiches and lasagnes $120-$150 (8-12 serves)
Signature salads $115 (15-20 serves)
Desserts $135-$145

BYO FOOD:

BYO food and beverage fee: $400 per charter
BBQ use: $75 if you’re cooking your own
Groups over 40 on the BBQ need a mix of food, not just BBQ items
Cane plates, wooden cutlery, serving platters and utensils provided

Banquet/Buffet Menu, BBQ Facility, BBQ Menu, BYO Alcohol, BYO Food, Canape/Platter Menu, Cups Provided for BYO, Ice Provided for BYO, Plates & Cutlery Provided for BYO

Beverages

BYO Beverages

BYO food and beverage fee: $400 per charter
Acrylic champagne and wine glassware and paper cups provided
Ice provided

Banquet/Buffet Menu, BBQ Facility, BBQ Menu, BYO Alcohol, BYO Food, Canape/Platter Menu, Cups Provided for BYO, Ice Provided for BYO, Plates & Cutlery Provided for BYO

Price Guide

Boat Hire Fees

Minimum 4-hour charter January – March & October

Sunday to Friday: $820 per hour
Saturday: $920 per hour

November

Sunday to Friday: $820 per hour
Saturday: $1,000 per hour

April – September

Monday to Thursday: $730 per hour
Friday to Sunday: $820 per hour

December

Sunday to Thursday: $920 per hour
Friday & Saturday: $1,020 per hour

Public Holidays: $1,200 per hour New Year’s Eve 2026: $51,000 total (includes BYO, a welcome drink, wrap, fruit and cheese platters, glow sticks and NYE decorations)

Any Other Fees

Wharf Fees: $75 per wharf (minimum 2 per booking)
BYO Food & Beverage: $400 per charter
Extra Crew: 16-30 guests $330 / 31-49 guests $660 / 50-68 guests $990
BBQ Use: $75
DJ Hire: $800 total ($600 flat rate + $200 setup)
JBL Partybox 510 & Partybox 710 Hire: $100
Pre-Access: $350 (45 minutes)

Public holiday rates: extra crew $490 (16-30 guests) / $980 (31-49) / $1,470 (50-68) / wharf fees $90 per wharf / BYO food & beverage $500 / pre-access $600 / BBQ use $75

Entertainment Options

DJ Hire: $800 total ($600 flat rate + $200 setup)
Laser Clay Shooting (1 Hr approx): $1,300
Drag Queen: 1 Hr @ $350 / 1.5 Hrs @ $400 / 2 Hrs @ $500 / 2.5 Hrs @ $550 / 3 Hrs @ $600
Live Entertainers: Price on request
Photographer: $500
Topless Waiters: $130 per hour
Topless Waitresses: $130 per hour
Male Strippers: $220
Female Strippers: $330

Payment Details

Deposit: $1,000

Balance: 10 days before event

Bond: $500

The deposit locks in the boat and confirms the booking for you. The deposit contributes to the total price and the balance is the remaining amount due. The damage bond is payable before the cruise and is returned after the cruise.

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