Floating Functions & Events
A private harbour cruise on Hobart’s River Derwent makes for a memorable venue for a special function, event or celebration
This floating venue can host birthday parties, corporate events, Christmas functions, hens and bucks parties, weddings and wakes. Three spacious outdoor decks and an indoor lounge area with 360-degree views make the perfect space for an intimate gathering of up to 40 guests.
Morning to evening, the River Derwent is a scenic backdrop. The cruise route and scenery vary depending on weather and guest desires. Points of interest include Hobart’s historic waterfront, Battery Point, Mona, Bellerive Beach, Taroona and Mary Ann Bay.
Choose the start and end location for your cruise. Hobart options include Elizabeth St Pier, Kings Pier Marina, the Queens Domain, and with prior arrangement, other public or private jetties within the Hobart area including Bellerive, Wrest Point Casino, Mona, yacht clubs and marinas.
Choose your floating venue: Odalisque II or Odalisque III
Odalisque III
The brand-new 24m catamaran features features a spacious dining room and separate lounge area, both with panoramic views offered through large picture windows, and two outdoor viewing areas.
Cost: $1,500 per hour (min. 3 hours). Then $1,000 per hour.
Capacity: Up to 50 guests
Includes:
- Scenic, tailored cruise for minimum 3 hours
- Skipper, crew & bartender
- Pick-up & drop-off at preferred Hobart location
Odalisque II
A 19m boutique-cruiser with a comfortable entertaining and dining area and three outside decks.
Cost: $750 per hour (min. 3 hours)
Capacity: Up to 37 guests
Includes:
- Scenic, tailored cruise for minimum 3 hours
- Skipper, crew & bartender
- Pick-up & drop-off at preferred Hobart location
On Board Bar & Catering
On Board’s floating bar houses a selection of cool climate wines, crisp beers and spirits from a curated drinks list. Purchase beverages over the bar, run a tab or book a drinks package.
Choose from a tasty selection of catering options. On Board’s chef-designed menus range from moreish platters to feasts of fine Tasmania fare, and can be tailored to suit any event.
Get in touch for On Board’s latest bar and catering menus.
Availability
Floating Functions & Events are available on Odalisque II all year round, and on Odalisque III between June and November. Please get in touch with your preferred dates.
Best way to celebrate a birthday! Went too quick!
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