Explore Maroochy River with 5 Seater Polycraft Centre Console Boat Hire
Difficulty
easy
Duration
up to 7 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic mobility to board and move around the boat.
Overview
Discover the Maroochy River’s rich fishing grounds and wildlife with a 5-seater Polycraft boat—no license required. Perfect for fishing, paddling, and exploring the Sunshine Coast’s tranquil waterways with friends or family.
5 Seater Polycraft Centre Console Boat
Hire for up to 7 hours
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Adventure Photos
About This Adventure
Discover the stunning Maroochy River, a top fishing destination on the Sunshine Coast. Whether you’re with friends or solo, enjoy fishing for bream and flathead, or paddle at your own pace. With no boat license required and pet-friendly options, this experience promises a memorable day in nature.
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.
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 boat is same size as our 7 seater polycraft, but provides more usable space with less seating. It is an ideal fishing boat with a large open front deck and a shorter canopy to allow for ease of use for rod casting.
Inclusions
- Fuel
- Gas
- Toilet Paper
- Insurance
Duration
Hire for up to 7 hours
Adventure Tips
Check tide schedules
Tide changes affect fish activity and river navigation—plan outings around high or low tides for the best experience.
Pack sun protection
Queensland’s sun can be intense, so bring sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses for extended time on the water.
Bring biodegradable bait and tackle
To help keep the river healthy, use eco-friendly tackle and properly dispose of fishing waste.
Secure pets safely
If bringing pets, ensure they have life jackets and secure spots aboard to stay safe during the trip.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Eastern Osprey
- Water Dragons
History
Maroochy River has long been important to the Indigenous Gubbi Gubbi people, who managed the river’s resources sustainably.
Conservation
There is active community stewardship focused on maintaining water quality and protecting mangrove habitats in this estuary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Life jacket
Safety gear required for all passengers throughout your time on the boat.
Fishing gear
Bring rods and tackle if you want to target flathead, bream, and other local species.
Sunscreen
Protect exposed skin from intense sun during daytime hours.
summer specific
Waterproof dry bag
Keep your personal items safe and dry while on the water.