BBQ Cruiser on Maroochy River with Swan Boat Hire
Difficulty
easy
Duration
up to 7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required to operate the boat
Overview
Take control of your day on the Maroochy River with Swan Boat Hire’s 8 Seater BBQ Cruiser. No license needed; just bring friends, pets, and appetite for fishing and riverside grilling.
8 Seater BBQ Cruiser Boat
Hire for up to 7 hours
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Adventure Photos
About This Adventure
Discover the stunning Maroochy River, a top destination for fishing, barbecuing, and paddling. Enjoy the freedom of driving your own pet-friendly boat without a license, while soaking in nature's beauty. With amenities like a BBQ and a fully enclosed vessel, this experience promises a memorable day on the water.
Experience, explore and enjoy the magnificent river and its many tributaries. Get a group together or go out on your own for a fish, barbeque or paddle.
Peak and Public holiday rates apply - refer to booking calendar.
About
The picturesque Maroochy River is one of the Sunshine Coast's premier recreation areas – offering many beautiful spots for relaxing in your own patch of nature.
Spend the day dropping a line at a top fishing spot. The river is well known as a popular fishing ground with bream, whiting and flathead being the main catch. Tailor, mullet, mangrove jack and black bream (luderick) are also caught in the winter months, and jew are caught in the area around the Cod Hole.
At Swan Boat Hire, you have the freedom and independence to easily drive your own boat to wherever your heart desires!
No boat license required and all boats and kayaks are pet friendly.
Amenities
This vessel comes standard with a table, 2 burner BBQ with full hot plate, full roof and is fully enclosed with front gates.
Inclusions
- Fuel
- Gas
- Toilet Paper
- Insurance
Duration
Hire for up to 7 hours
Adventure Tips
Keep an eye on tides
Tide times influence where you can navigate comfortably along the river—plan your trip around mid to high tide to avoid shallow areas.
Secure pets on board
Though pet-friendly, ensure your dog is safely restrained or supervised especially near the front gates to avoid accidents.
Fish regulations apply
Respect local fishing rules including size and bag limits to protect the river’s thriving fish populations.
Bring sunscreen and hats
Queensland sun can be intense; sun protection is a must even with the boat’s covered roof.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern osprey and sea eagles often spotted soaring overhead
- Freshwater turtles sunning along riverbanks
History
The Maroochy River is named after the indigenous Turrbal term for black swan, reflecting its long-standing cultural significance to the region’s Aboriginal people.
Conservation
Local efforts focus on preserving mangrove habitats and maintaining water quality to protect the vibrant fishery and bird species inhabiting the river system.
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Adventure Hotspots in Maroochydore
Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Waterproof sunscreen
Protects skin from strong Queensland sun on open water.
summer specific
Lightweight hat
Provides shade during prolonged exposure on deck.
summer specific
Fishing gear
Bring rods and tackle for targeting species like bream and flathead.
all specific
Insect repellent
Helps keep mosquitoes and sandflies at bay when near mangroves.
spring specific