GoBoat Melbourne
GoBoat Melbourne
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10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
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10:00 AM - 5:15 PM
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Captain your own electric picnic boat on Melbourne's Yarra River. Easy to operate, with a capacity of 8 people. BYO picnic and drinks as you take in Melbourne from a whole new perspective. No boat licence is required and no boating experience is necessary. The Yarra River winds through the Melbourne CBD which is filled with amazing buildings and beautiful breathtaking scenery. From the beautiful historical bridges and buildings to the impressive new architecture and world class sporting venues - the Yarra is for exploration with you as your own captain.
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Daniel
Melbourne, Australia20 contributions
Sep. 2023 • Family
The views were amazing as you don’t usually get to experience Melbourne from the river. The driving was super easy and we didn’t need to worry about ferrys as they moved out of the way. We took one with a canopy but if you choose one without a canopy you can go to dock lands instead of south Yarra.
Written 24 September 2023
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Ben T
Adelaide, Australia12 contributions
Oct. 2022
A wonderful experience. To do with friends, family plus your dogs. (That's the best part). Boat is simple to operate. Beautiful and interesting scenery to look at. Taking your own lunch is easy and simple. Make it as simple or as eloborate as you want. Life Jackets provided for both humans and dogs. (This is completely optional) Staff were friendly and provided us with a good plan of where to go.
If taking your dogs bring a blanket for them to sit on.
If taking your dogs bring a blanket for them to sit on.
Written 12 October 2022
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Jamson
Newcastle, Australia10 contributions
Jun. 2022 • Friends
6 of us adults hired a GoBoat one chilly but gorgeously sunny June morning. We took our own champagne and (Lune!!!) croissants and fruit. For the hour we hired it we went towards Docklands, turned around before Bolte bridge and back to GoBoat dock. It was a beautiful, quiet trip along the river (yay electric), a great way to see Melbourne. The whole experience was easy and fun. All the staff were really friendly. Would do it again going in the other direction. Highly recommended.
Written 25 June 2022
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Stormborn53
Glasgow, UK606 contributions
Feb. 2022
A birthday present from my daughter, this was a wonderful way to have a bit of fun with the family and grandkids. A beautiful sunny day and calm water last Saturday before we headed back to cold and wet Scotland the next day. Good fun for the kids too, waving to people on the riverbank.
Written 16 February 2022
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lisgal
Copenhagen, Denmark32 contributions
Jan. 2022 • Family
Staff super helpful. Gave a briefing before we set sail. We took the 1 hour hire and headed towards Docklands. The river was quiet except for a few rowers out. Easy to drive and gives a good feel for Melbourne city. Nice to spot future watering holes too! Would recommend
Written 20 January 2022
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Vacation424968
1 contribution
Aug. 2021 • Family
Highly recommended for families looking to bond with teenage kids. Boats are easy to maneuvre & staff were friendly, considerate & helpful. Would recommend to do 2 hrs to see the beauty of Yarra river. Two thumbs up👍👍
Written 2 August 2021
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Robyn S
Melbourne9 contributions
May 2021 • Family
Hired a GoBoat for 2 hours, which was the perfect length of time as a gift for a joint birthday. Easy to book and the friendly and easy going staff made for a relaxing start and a very enjoyable time had by all. Ample room for 8 and simple to steer. A lovely way to spend time on the Yarra with those you love. Thank you and would recommend.
Written 3 May 2021
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Hi there,
Thanks for your review, we're glad you had such a positive experience with us - that is always our aim. We'd love to have you on board again soon.
Happy Sailing!
Written 4 May 2021
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bronaghc2016
Melbourne, Australia13 contributions
Mar. 2021 • Friends
We hired the boat out for my fiancé’s 30th for an hour and it was amazing. The crew were super relaxed even though we were 15 mins late. They explained how to drive the boat and all. We brought our speaker, some snacks and drink and had a great time sailing down the Yarra. I’d recommend this for all types of groups and all age types too.
Written 14 March 2021
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Hi there,
Thanks for your review, we're really glad your experience with us was so positive - that is always our aim. We'd love to have you on board with us again soon.
Happy Sailing!
Written 15 March 2021
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Rema M
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
Feb. 2021 • Friends
GOBoat was an absolute brilliant experience to do with my girlfriends. We had such a laugh on the yarra. The boats are equipped with tables for easy nibbling & drinking! Quite easy to steer & loads of laughs with fellow go boaters on the yarra! Awesome way to see Melbourne! We had a great day, we will definitely be back 😁
Written 21 February 2021
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Thanks for the review, we're so glad you enjoyed your trip. Looks like you came prepared, what a feast! We look forward to seeing you next time. Happy Sailing ⚓
Written 23 February 2021
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luckybrickstreet
Melbourne90 contributions
Jan. 2021 • Couples
The yarra is busy with many many boats on it. Picnic on the river bank and save your money!
There are no clear rules and it just puts all the kids on the river doing exercise at risk.
There are no clear rules and it just puts all the kids on the river doing exercise at risk.
Written 16 January 2021
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Hi there,
We do our absolute best to ensure the safety of everyone on the river but completely understand your concern. In order to ensure a safe sail you would've been provided with a comprehensive safety briefing at the beginning of your booking. This is to explain the river rules, including how to interact with others on the water, and that we are required to give way to unmotorised boats (e.g. rowers and kayakers) for their safety.
We're sorry the experience didn't meet your expectations, but really appreciate your feedback. Let us know if theres anything else we can do to help.
Written 8 February 2021
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katrinaeam
Penzance hobart6 contributions
Is an hour long enough, how far would I get and what would I see in that hour. thanks
JodieW
Melbourne, Australia5 contributions
An hour was plenty with two kids but if just adults in your party I would say 2 hours would be better as you’d see much more. We went towards the gardens/ out of the City for 35 minutes and then came back again. You can go the other way towards the Docklands which I think would be cool too.