How long are the charters?

Private Charter offers three hour or eight hour hires with a three hour minimum; choose a half day or full day depending on your plans.

What vessels are available?

You can hire a RIB (Grey Goose) for speed and active groups or a catamaran (Titan) for relaxed cruising and social days on the water.

Is snorkel or dive gear included?

Guided snorkel gear and private guides are available on request; notify the operator when booking to reserve kit.

Can I bring food and drinks?

Yes—gourmet grazing boards, local wines and craft beers can be provided; arrange provisioning in advance to suit your event.

Are there wildlife sightings?

Yes—dolphins are common and migrating whales may be seen seasonally; sightings cannot be guaranteed but are a highlight of the bay.

What about accessibility?

Accessibility depends on vessel type and launch location; contact the operator ahead of time to discuss mobility needs and suitable boarding arrangements.

Private Charters on Geographe Bay: Custom Boat Tours from Busselton | Private | Boat Tour

On a bright morning in Geographe Bay, Private Charter invites you aboard for three or eight hour private cruises out of Busselton, Western Australia. The bay’s shallow, sheltered water opens to broad white beaches, limestone reefs, and clear pockets of seagrass where fish and rays collect. Private Charter offers flexible RIB and catamaran hires — Grey Goose (RIB) and Titan (catamaran) — with a minimum three hour booking, guided snorkel gear available, and gourmet grazing boards and local wines on request. A day here feels custom built: launch from a preferred point along the Busselton to Dunsborough corridor, cut across calm blue to snorkel above fringing limestone reef, or drop anchor in a small cove for a swim. The crew can provide snorkel or dive kit and a private guide, which makes this a good option for groups who want expert local direction without the crowds. Sailors and non sailors alike enjoy seeing the shoreline from sea level, with Cape Naturaliste headlands, broad beaches, and the long reach of the Busselton Jetty on the horizon. Key features are simple and rewarding: wide Geographe Bay, shallow reef platforms composed of ancient limestone, seagrass meadows that shelter juvenile fish, and accessible dive sites suitable for introductory snorkels. Seasonal visitors may spot migrating whales offshore and resident dolphins that commonly bow ride. The boat perspective also reveals human history: this stretch of coast sits in the South West Wine Region and maritime access has shaped settlement and modern tourism. Why book Private Charter? For groups it is private, efficient, and highly customizable. Host a birthday, plan a half day island hop, or spend a full day exploring offshore reefs and calm beaches while the crew handles logistics and provisioning. Options range from a fast RIB for active groups to a stable catamaran for relaxed sunning and tasting. Pricing starts from about $500 per hour for the RIB and $700 per hour for the catamaran, with a three hour minimum. Practical notes: bring swimmers, reef safe sunscreen, a hat, and a lightweight jacket for sea breezes. Confirm provisioning and snorkel needs before you board so the crew can tailor the experience. Private Charter is a direct, private way to experience the marine side of the Margaret River and Busselton coast — less about extreme adventure and more about curated time on the water, local flavors, and effortless access to Geographe Bay. Departures are flexible along the Busselton to Dunsborough coastline, and the crew will advise best launch point based on tides and weather; wheelchair and mobility access varies by vessel so confirm when booking. For celebrations, ask about cold storage, platters from local producers, and any celebratory extras the crew can arrange to make a private day.

About Swan Dive

Swan Dive operates from Quindalup in Western Australia, offering guided dives, snorkel experiences and certified dive courses across South West WA. The operator runs day trips to iconic sites such as Busselton Jetty, home to an underwater sculpture trail and more than 300 marine species, and the Ex-HMAS Swan wreck, one of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest accessible wrecks. Swan Dive provides specialty and certification courses including Open Water, Rescue Diver, Wreck Diver, Deep Diving, Enriched Air (Nitrox), Advanced Adventurer and refresher programs. Practical training combines theory sessions with hands-on pool and open-water practice, and small groups are used for personalized instruction on selected courses and dives. Regular guided sites include Busselton Jetty, Wright’s Bank, 4 Mile Reef and scheduled monthly trips to deeper pinnacles. Equipment and safety procedures follow industry standards, and experienced instructors guide participants through skills, navigation and emergency techniques. Snorkel Supervisor and Try Scuba options are available for non-certified guests and families seeking shallow-water marine encounters. Swan Dive highlights the HMAS Swan wreck for its accessibility, diverse fish life and unique hull features, making it suitable for wreck specialties and recreational divers. The company’s course list and trip calendar are designed to serve new divers seeking certification, advanced learners expanding limits, and recreational snorkelers wanting curated marine experiences. Based in Quindalup, Swan Dive operates within the biodiverse marine environments of South West Western Australia, focusing on safe, educational and memorable underwater experiences.

Bookings and course schedules are published online with clear prerequisites and safety information and updates.

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