MV Highlander Cruiser

A Perfect Blend of Comfort, Charm & Value

MV Highlander is a stylish 46-foot motor yacht offering a perfect blend of comfort, charm, and value. Designed with a spacious deck and retractable shade cover, it provides an inviting setting to relax and take in the beauty of Sydney Harbour. The interior features elegant wood panelling paired with modern finishes, creating a warm and sophisticated atmosphere. Whether you’re after a formal dining arrangement or a versatile space for socialising, MV Highlander can be tailored to suit your event—making it one of the best-value charter options in Sydney.

Info

Key Info

Capacity: 18 people

Price: From $450 per hour (others fees may apply – see price guide)

Boat Type: Cruiser

Location: Sydney Harbour

Features

  • Accommodates up to 18 guests
  • Comfortable indoor saloon for relaxing and socialising
  • Spacious cockpit ideal for entertaining
  • Outdoor sundeck with lounge seating
  • Open area suitable for dancing
  • Surround sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
  • Complimentary Lilypad available for water fun

Availability

Availability

  • Available daily (enquire for availability on our real-time calendar)
  • Minimum charter duration: 3 hours

Wharf Locations

Sydney CBD Wharves:

  • Circular Quay: Eastern Pontoon
  • Darling Harbour: King Street Wharf
  • Millers Point: Towns Place Wharf
  • Pyrmont: Casino Wharf
  • Pyrmont: Elizabeth Macarthur Pontoon

Northern Sydney Wharves:

  • Birchgrove: Yeend Street Pontoon
  • Chowder Bay Wharf
  • Lavender Bay Wharf
  • Mosman Bay Ferry Wharf
  • Manly Wharf Bar ($50 surcharge each way)

Eastern Suburbs Wharves:

  • Double Bay Wharf
  • Rose Bay Floating Pontoon
  • Rushcutters Bay Wharf (Yarranabbe Park)
  • Woolloomooloo Wharf

Western Sydney Wharves:

  • Balmain Wharf (Mort Street)
  • Birkenhead Point Wharf (additional fee applies)
  • Jones Bay Wharf
  • Pirrama Park Wharf
  • Parramatta River Ferry Wharves (additional fee applies)

Pre-Loading Options

  • Pre-Loading at Rose Bay:
    The crew can assist with pre-loading at Rose Bay and allow up to 3 guests to travel on board to the pick-up location. A $150 fee applies and this service is subject to timing and availability.
  • Drink Collection:
    Optional collection available from Dan Murphy’s Rose Bay.

Facilities

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Entertainment Options

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Eats

Food

BBQ Staples – $20 per person

  • Plain beef sausages
  • Plain beef patties
  • Served with buns, grilled onion, cheese, and condiments

BBQ Spread 1 – $40 per person

  • Selection of gourmet sausages
  • Garlic teriyaki marinated chicken thighs
  • Garden salad
  • Creamy homemade potato salad
  • Bread rolls with spreads and sauces

BBQ Spread 2 – $55 per person

  • Local rump steak with post marinade
  • Selection of sausages: rosemary lamb, Angus beef, Italian pork
  • Garlic teriyaki chicken thighs
  • Avocado garden salad
  • Creamy homemade potato salad
  • Bread rolls with spreads and sauces

BBQ Spread 3 – $70 per person

  • Gourmet cheese platter
  • Seasonal fruit platter
  • Your choice of:
    • Local rump steak, or
    • Honey garlic-glazed salmon fillets
  • Mixed sausages: rosemary lamb, Angus beef, fennel pork
  • Garlic teriyaki chicken thighs
  • Avocado garden salad
  • Creamy homemade potato salad
  • Bread rolls with spreads and sauces

Platters (Each serves approx. 15 guests unless stated otherwise)

Platters must be ordered with a BBQ menu, or a $85 delivery fee will apply.

Cheese Platter – $185

  • Gourmet cheeses, fig-nut & water crackers, walnuts, blueberries, strawberries, dried apricots

Cheese & Charcuterie Platter – $225

  • Australian cheeses, creamy hummus, beetroot & tahini dips, cured meats, fresh & dried fruit, crackers, walnuts

Vegetarian Crudités & Dips Platter – $150

  • Toasted Turkish bread, fresh vegetables, hummus, baba ganoush, roasted beetroot & feta dips

Fruit Platter – $105

  • Assortment of seasonal fresh fruits

Sweet Treat Platter – $89

  • Assorted muffins, brownies, and indulgent dessert bars

Seafood Platters

Mixed Seafood Platter

  • $185 (15 guests) / $295 (30 guests)
  • Tiger prawns, Sydney rock oysters, smoked salmon
  • Served with cocktail sauce, garnish & lemon

Sashimi Platter – $140 (72 pieces)

  • Fresh selection of salmon, tuna, kingfish, scallops, salmon caviar, black lumpfish caviar

Prawn Platter

  • $120 (15 guests) / $210 (30 guests)
  • Queensland tiger prawns
  • Served with cocktail sauce, garnish & lemon

Oyster Platter

  • $115 (15 guests) / $215 (30 guests)
  • Freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters
  • Served with cocktail sauce, garnish & lemon

Sushi Platters

Sushi Nigiri Combo – $75 (56 pieces)

  • Salmon, tuna, and prawn nigiri
  • Assorted rolls: salmon & avocado, chicken & avocado, cooked tuna, spicy tuna

Sushi Roll Platter – $80 (72 pieces)

  • Salmon & avocado
  • Chicken schnitzel & avocado
  • Cooked tuna & avocado
  • Spicy tuna & avocado
  • Teriyaki beef & avocado

BYO Food Option – $10 per person

Includes:

  • Crockery, cutlery, glassware, utensils
  • Serving equipment, BBQ use, eskies, and rubbish disposal

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Drinks

Drinks

  • BYO drinks only
  • Ice available on request for $8 per bag, or feel free to bring your own

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Price

Boat Hire Fees

April – October

  • Sunday to Thursday: $425 per hour (minimum 4 hours)
  • Friday & Saturday: $450 per hour (minimum 4 hours)

November – March

  • All days: $475 per hour (minimum 4 hours)

Public Holidays & Special Events

  • Christmas Day: $725 per hour
  • Boxing Day, Australia Day, Harbourlife, New Year’s Day: $625 per hour
  • All Other Public Holidays: $625 per hour
  • New Year’s Eve (BYO | 6:00PM – 1:00AM): $16,500

Any Other Fees

  • Wharf Fees: $50 per wharf
    Additional $150 per wharf applies for Manly & Watsons Bay
  • BYO Food: $10 per person
  • BYO Drinks: $15 per person
  • Ice: $8 per bag
  • Pre-Loading: $150 (subject to availability and scheduling)
  • Beverage Collection (Dan Murphy’s): $100

Water Toys:

  • Lily Pad: Complimentary (on request)
  • Stand-Up Paddleboard (SUP): $50 each

Payment

Deposit: $800

Balance: 10 days before event

Bond: $500

The deposit locks in the boat and confirms the booking for you. The deposit contributes to the total price and the balance is the remaining amount due. The damage bond is payable before the cruise and is returned after the cruise.

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