State of the Art Yacht

Host to Prince Charles & Robert De Niro

State of the Art has welcomed some of the world’s most famous and well-loved guests, including HRH Prince Charles, Robert De Niro, Will Ferrell, and Megan Gale.

This stylish and elegant vessel boasts large, comfortable lounge suites, polished timber floors, a commercial galley, a modern surround sound audio system, a 32-inch TV with PowerPoint connectivity, and a spacious cool room ready to be stocked with your choice of drinks.

The commercial-grade kitchen is perfect for catering to large social or corporate events and is also available for BYO service. The main aft deck features a large dining table seating up to 10 guests, providing a superb alfresco dining setting. The upper deck offers panoramic views of Sydney Harbour, along with a small deck area and an intimate lounge for relaxed socialising. At anchor, guests can also enjoy the spacious bow, complete with a comfortable sunbed.

State of the Art is an ideal choice for a wide range of occasions, including corporate functions, team-building events, product launches, Christmas parties, birthdays, weddings, engagements, family gatherings, bucks and hens parties, and other exclusive celebrations tailored to your needs.

With a professional and attentive crew dedicated to exceptional service, every detail is taken care of. State of the Art is a fully licensed vessel, available for a minimum charter of 3 hours.

Info

Key Info

Capacity: 40 people

Price: From $790 per hour (others fees may apply – see price guide)

Boat Type: Yacht

Location: Sydney Harbour

Features

  • Luxurious 65-foot motor yacht
  • Capacity for up to 40 guests
  • Table dining for 10 passengers
  • Two spacious bathrooms with rainfall showers
  • Fully equipped commercial galley with premium Gaggenau appliances
  • High-quality audio-visual system
  • Licensed bar service and BYO options available
  • Reverse cycle air-conditioning throughout

Availability

Availability

  • Available daily – please enquire for current availability
  • Minimum charter duration: 4 hours
  • Daytime charters: start no later than 1:00pm
  • Evening charters: start no later than 5:00pm

Wharf Locations

  • King St Wharf, CBD (most popular)
  • Towns Place East
  • Huntley’s Point
  • Lavender Bay
  • Neutral Bay
  • Rose Bay
  • Pirrama Park, Pyrmont (end of Harris St)
  • Rushcutters Bay
  • Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay
  • Commissioners Steps, Circular Quay
  • Other Sydney Harbour wharves available on request, subject to availability and fees
  • Additional fees apply for Manly, Watsons Bay, or Homebush
  • Not available for pick-up at Ives Steps, Man O’ War Steps, Kirribilli, or Balmain East

Pre-loading

  • $100 fee – subject to availability

Facilities

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Entertainment Options

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Eats

Food

See the State of the Art food menu for full catering options.

Budget-Friendly Option – Basic Sausage Sizzle – $15 per person

  • Traditional beef sausages (DF, GF)
  • Sliced onions
  • Fresh bread rolls
  • Condiments

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Drinks

Drinks

Beverage Package – $20 per person per hour

  • Chandon NV
  • White wine: Petaluma White Label Chardonnay & Catalina Sounds Sauvignon Blanc
  • Red wine: Little Yerring Pinot Noir
  • Rosé: Cote des Roses Rosé
  • Beer: Corona, Asahi & Cascade Premium Light
  • Soft drinks, juice & water

Add Spirits – additional $5 per person per hour

  • Vodka, gin, whisky, bourbon, rum (includes mixers, no shots permitted)

Champagne + Spirits Upgrade – additional $10 per person per hour

  • Veuve Clicquot Brut NV
  • Vodka, gin, whisky, bourbon, rum (includes mixers, no shots permitted)

Consumption Bar

  • Minimum spend $40 per person, plus one additional wait staff required
  • Payable at the conclusion of the charter

Soft Drinks / Kids’ Beverages – $8 per person per hour

  • Coca-Cola
  • Sprite Lemon Lime
  • Solo Lemon
  • Soda water
  • Tonic water
  • Dry ginger
  • Sparkling water
  • Still spring water
  • Orange juice

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Price

Boat Hire Fees

  • November – March: $950 per hour (minimum 4 hours)
  • April – October: $850 per hour (minimum 4 hours)
  • Christmas Day, Boxing Day, New Year’s Day & Australia Day: $1,250 per hour (minimum 4 hours) – 50% surcharge applies to waitstaff fees and all food & beverage orders
  • New Year’s Eve: $25,000 BYO charter or $31,500 including food & beverages (6:00pm–1:00am, 7 hours) – rate based on 25 guests; additional guests (up to 35 total) at $900 per person
  • Other Public Holidays: 20% surcharge applies

Any Other Fees

Wharf Fees

  • $50 per wharf
  • Manly & Middle Harbour pick-up/drop-off: $200 surcharge per wharf
  • Watsons Bay pick-up/drop-off: $50 surcharge per wharf

Waitstaff

  • 1–10 guests: 1 waitstaff required
  • 10+ guests: 3 waitstaff required
  • Additional 1 waitstaff required for Bar on Consumption service
  • $300 per waitstaff for 4 hours (extra hours $60 per hour)

BYO Food

  • $250 flat rate

BYO Beverages

  • $20 per person

Aquatic Toys

  • Lilypad: Complimentary
  • Stand-up paddleboards: $50 each
  • Floating island: $100

Pre-access

  • For delivery of food, beverages, equipment, and decorations
  • $100 per hour (on application)

Payment

Deposit: $1,500

Balance: 14 days before event

Bond: $1,000

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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