Speed across the pristine waters of Wallis Lake aboard the ThunderBird, a luxury private RIB tour by Forster Houseboat Hire. Spot dolphins, Osprey eagles, and even a French island castle replica on this exclusive, high-end lake experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
45 minutes to 1 hour
Fitness Level
No specific physical fitness required, accessible for most people comfortable sitting and moving on a small boat.
Wildlife
History
Wallis Lake has long supported the local Worimi people and has evolved into a hub for recreational boating and fishing since European settlement.
Conservation
Forster Houseboat Hire practices eco-conscious boating, minimizing disturbances to wildlife and promoting responsibility during lake visits.
Forster Houseboat Hire
Speed across the pristine waters of Wallis Lake aboard the ThunderBird, a luxury private RIB tour by Forster Houseboat Hire. Spot dolphins, Osprey eagles, and even a French island castle replica on this exclusive, high-end lake 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 Early for Private Tours
The ThunderBird accommodates only three guests per trip, so reserve your spot well in advance to secure your preferred time.
Bring Sunscreen and Sunglasses
Exposure on the water can be intense; protect your skin and eyes during your RIB tour.
Arrive On Time
Tours run on a fixed schedule and are private; arriving late could mean losing your booking slot.
Use Waterproof Gear for Electronics
Keep your phone or camera safe from water spray with waterproof cases or pouches.
Sunglasses
Protects your eyes from reflected sunlight on the water during bright days.
summer
Light waterproof jacket
Keeps you dry during occasional lake mist or showers.
spring
Sunscreen
Essential for preventing sunburn during exposed boating hours.
summer
Waterproof phone pouch
Keeps electronics safe from splashes and spray onboard the RIB.