Spend a day on Wallis Lake aboard the Blue Luxury BBQ Party Boat by Forster Houseboat Hire. With leather lounges, Weber grills, and no license needed, it’s the ultimate floating social experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
4–8 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical fitness required; suitable for all ages and abilities.
Wildlife
History
Wallis Lake has long been important to the Biripi people and later supported fishing communities since the 1800s.
Conservation
Efforts are ongoing to maintain water quality and protect native species in this sensitive estuarine environment.
Forster Houseboat Hire
Spend a day on Wallis Lake aboard the Blue Luxury BBQ Party Boat by Forster Houseboat Hire. With leather lounges, Weber grills, and no license needed, it’s the ultimate floating social experience.
Forster Houseboat Hire is a Forster, New South Wales-based boat hire operator offering a wide range of water experiences on Wallis Lake and the local coastline. The business provides houseboat hire, luxury BBQ pontoon boats, runabouts, transparent kayaks, stand-up paddle boards with viewing panels, and high-speed ocean tours. Boat options include accessible vessels and multi-deck houseboats with fully equipped kitchens, rain showers, BBQs and panoramic water views.
Bookings include short half-day and full-day hires as well as overnight houseboat stays. Key offerings include the 45' houseboat for up to 10 guests, a 33' houseboat ideal for couples and small families, wheelchair-accessible party barges with toilets, luxury BBQ pontoons with Weber BBQs and Bluetooth stereos, transparent single and double kayaks, SUP rentals, a luxury runabout requiring a current boat licence, and guided wildlife tours such as dolphin and whale watch excursions. The operator also runs private high-speed RIB tours (Thunder Bird) and a 45-minute Dolphin Watch Ocean Adventure aboard a fast vessel called Epic Surf.
The fleet emphasizes comfort and convenience with features like leather seating, shade canopies, toilets on select boats, and accessible boarding on named vessels. Forster Houseboat Hire is featured on The Adventure Collective and lists clear product summaries for each rental and tour, enabling guests to select the craft or experience that best fits group size, accessibility needs and activity preferences.
Location
Forster, NSW
Operating on Wallis Lake and coastline
Tours Offered
17 experiences
Houseboats, BBQ boats, kayaks, tours
Accessible Options
Yes
Big Yella and Kracken are accessible
Max Capacity
12 people
Big Yella accommodates up to 12
Reserve a BBQ boat, transparent kayak, SUP, runabout or houseboat for a half-day, full-day or overnight getaway on Wallis Lake and the Forster coastline.
Book Ahead for Peak Times
Weekend and holiday bookings fill quickly; reserve early to secure your preferred date.
Pack Sun Protection
Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, and hats to guard against strong Australian sun on open waters.
Mind the Tides
Wallis Lake experiences tidal changes affecting boat navigation—check tide times beforehand.
Keep It Clean
Dispose of all rubbish responsibly to preserve Wallis Lake’s fragile estuarine ecosystem.
Sunscreen
Protects skin from strong UV exposure on open water.
summer
Polarized Sunglasses
Reduces glare reflecting off the water for clearer vision.
Light Jacket
Helps stay warm during cooler breezes in autumn or winter.
fall
Reusable Water Bottle
Stays hydrated during your day on the lake.