How much is boat hire from Rose Bay?

Private boat hire departing Rose Bay Wharf starts from $550 per hour with a 4-hour minimum — from $2,200 total for the whole vessel, skipper and crew included. Rose Bay is the free departure wharf, so no Maritime Fee is added.

Can you hire a boat at Rose Bay without a licence?

Yes — Tiger Catamarans charters are fully skippered, so no boating licence is needed. Self-drive hire companies require a licence, but private skippered charters from Rose Bay Wharf never do.

Is there boat hire near me departing Rose Bay?

Tiger Catamarans departs every charter from Rose Bay Wharf in Sydney's eastern suburbs, with vessels for 10 to 43 guests. If you're searching for boat hire near you on Sydney Harbour, check availability online or call 0404 026 678.

Is parking available at Rose Bay Wharf?

Yes — there's street parking in the streets around Lyne Park near the wharf, and the wharf is also served by ferries from Circular Quay. Rideshares drop directly at the wharf gate, and boarding is a short walk from the street.

Which boats depart from Rose Bay Wharf?

Tiger 3 and Tiger 4 (up to 43 guests each) and Tigeress (up to 30 guests) depart Rose Bay Wharf. All three have 2 toilets onboard, BBQ facilities, eskies and a Bluetooth sound system.

What can you see on a Rose Bay charter?

Shark Island sits directly offshore from Rose Bay, with the Nielsen Park and Vaucluse anchorages minutes away. Most charters also cruise west past Point Piper to the Opera House and Harbour Bridge before a golden-hour return.

Do other wharves cost more than Rose Bay?

Yes — Rose Bay Wharf is the free departure point, while pickups from Circular Quay, King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour, Barangaroo and McMahons Point add a Maritime Fee to the charter rate.

Can we swim off the boat near Rose Bay?

Yes — the eastern bays near Rose Bay hold some of the harbour's calmest, clearest swimming water. The skipper anchors in a sheltered bay and supervises swimming; conditions are checked on the day, and in extreme weather charters are postponed rather than cancelled.

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Tiger Catamarans departs from Circular Quay, Rose Bay, Darling Harbour, Manly, Pyrmont and more. View our full wharf locations map to find the most convenient pickup point for your group. All departures include a skippered vessel with full safety equipment.

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