Ali B Cruiser

2 Level Cruiser

Ali B is one of Sydney Harbour’s most versatile and best-value function vessels, offering the ideal setting for a wide variety of events and celebrations. Spanning two spacious levels, she provides plenty of room for guests to mingle, relax, and enjoy the stunning harbour views from both indoor and outdoor areas.

Onboard, you’ll find everything you need for a memorable occasion, including a fully licensed bar, ample seating, and a dedicated dance floor for those who want to keep the party going. For summer cruises, the swim ladder makes it easy for guests to dive in and enjoy a refreshing swim in the harbour’s pristine waters.

Whether it’s a birthday celebration, corporate function, Christmas party, or casual social gathering, Ali B adapts effortlessly to suit your needs. Combining affordability, flexibility, and great facilities, she’s the perfect choice for hosting an unforgettable time on Sydney Harbour.

Info

Key Info

Capacity: 45 people

Price: From $550 per hour (others fees may apply – see price guide)

Boat Type: Cruiser

Location: Sydney Harbour

Features

  • Accommodates up to 45 guests
  • 40ft motor cruiser with two spacious levels
  • Large top deck with covered area
  • Indoor lower deck with seating, dance floor & open-air sundeck
  • Dance area for celebrations
  • Tables and chairs on both levels (formal dining for 10)
  • Swim platform for easy water access
  • Onboard BBQ
  • Two bathrooms (male & female)
  • Sound system with WiFi and Bluetooth
  • Microphone available for announcements
  • Large eskies for storage
  • Licensed bar with beverage packages available
  • Choose between BYO food/drinks or full catering options

Availability

Availability:

  • Available daily (contact us to check our real-time calendar)
  • Minimum cruise duration is 4 hours
  • Lunchtime cruises must start by 1:00pm
  • Evening cruises must start from 5:00pm onwards

Wharf Options:

  • King St Wharf, CBD (most popular)
  • Other available wharves (subject to availability): Towns Place, Harbourmasters Steps, Rose Bay, Yeend St Balmain, Lavender Bay, Clontarf
  • No additional wharves available for this vessel

Pre-loading:

  • Dry food and drinks can be dropped off at Clontarf Marina by prior arrangement, either the day before or the morning of the charter (subject to vessel schedule)
  • $100 fee applies for crew handling and loading
  • Pre-access for decorating can be arranged on the day of charter (subject to availability) at $100 per half hour

Facilities

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Entertainment Options

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Eats

Food

SANDWICH MENU

Sandwiches – $10 each
Minimum order: 8
Made with wholewheat, quinoa & soy organic sourdough

Baguettes/Wraps – $12 each
Minimum order: 8
Baguettes on freshly baked white crispy bread
All items cut into ¼ portions

Fillings Include:

  • Double smoked ham, Swiss cheese, tomato, pear & apple chutney
  • Poached chicken, avocado, mayo & toasted almonds
  • Smoked salmon, cream cheese, avocado, capers & Spanish onion
  • Chargrilled vegetables, pesto, ricotta & baby spinach
  • Corned beef, tomato pickles, tasty cheese & mayo
  • Portuguese chicken, mayo, chilli jam & mixed leaves
  • Tuna, lemon mayo, nectarine, corn relish, cucumber & pickled onion
  • Salad with avocado, tomato, cucumber, carrot, capsicum & ricotta

ON THE BBQ

Includes rocket & parmesan salad and fresh bread rolls

  • Gourmet Sausages – $15 pp (Vegetarian/Vegan/GF available)
  • Wagyu Beef Burgers – $20 pp (Chicken/Veggie/Vegan/GF options available)
  • Combo (Burgers & Sausages) – $25 pp
  • Mixed Kebabs – $25 pp
    (Choose from Honey Soy Chicken, Moroccan Lamb, BBQ Beef, Rosemary Lamb, Korean Pork)

BUFFET OPTIONS

Buffet Option 1 – $45 pp

  • Cheese platter
  • Fresh prawns
  • Sliced leg of ham (served chilled)
  • BBQ chicken
  • Creamy potato salad
  • Rocket & parmesan salad
  • Bread rolls
  • Fresh fruit platter

Buffet Option 2 (BBQ) – $50 pp

  • Cheese platter
  • Gourmet sausages
  • Chicken skewers
  • Premium steaks
  • Creamy potato salad
  • Rocket & parmesan salad
  • Bread rolls
  • Fresh fruit platter

Buffet Option 3 (Platters) – $40 pp

  • Cheese platter
  • Antipasto platter
  • Assorted wrap platter
  • Fresh fruit platter
  • Bread rolls
    Add a prawn platter for $10 pp (served with lemon & seafood sauce)

COCKTAIL MENU

Cold Finger Food (Minimum 12 per item)

  • Roast pumpkin, goat’s cheese & tomato frittata – $3.40 ea
  • Pork & fennel rolls – $3.50 ea
  • Spanakopita (feta & spinach filo) – $3.40 ea
  • Cocktail sausage rolls – $3.40 ea
  • Smoked salmon & dill quiche – $3.60 ea

Gourmet Sliders (Mini milk buns)

  • Slow-cooked beef brisket – $3.90 ea (Min 24)
  • Chicken schnitzel – $3.90 ea (Min 12)
  • Roast veg & goat’s curd – $3.90 ea (Min 12)
  • Smoked salmon & cream cheese – $3.90 ea (Min 12)

SALAD PLATTERS (Serves 20+) – $75 each

  • Wild rice salad (with sultanas, almonds, coconut, lemon honey mustard dressing)
  • Asian coleslaw (cabbage, shallots, herbs, seeds, chilli lime dressing)
  • Rocket, roasted pumpkin & pine nuts with goat’s cheese & balsamic
  • Israeli couscous with fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes & lemon garlic dressing
  • Quinoa & roasted cauliflower with cashews, currants, chickpeas
  • Seasonal Roast Vegetables – $85

PLATTERS

Prawn Platter (With lemon, seafood sauce & baguette)

  • Small (12–15) – $120
  • Medium (15–25) – $170
  • Large (25+) – $220

Antipasto Platter – $150 (Serves 20)
Cold meats, cheeses, dips, olives, pâté, crackers

Smoked Salmon Gravlax Platter – $130 (Serves 20)
Side of smoked salmon with capers, dill, wasabi cream & pickled onion

Sushi Platters (Serves 20)

  • Bite-size sushi rolls – $60
  • Mixed fresh & cooked salmon – $70

Cheese Platters (Serves 20)

  • $100 (4–5 cheeses)
  • $130 (5–6 cheeses)
  • $160 (7–8 cheeses)

Fruit Platters
Seasonal selection may vary

  • Small (12–15) – $60
  • Medium (15–25) – $90
  • Large (25+) – $110

CAKES (30x40cm, 24–32 portions) – $145

  • Orange & almond (GF, DF)
  • Flourless chocolate & raspberry (GF)
  • Chocolate walnut brownie (GF)
  • Blueberry & lime baked cheesecake
  • Apple & rhubarb crumble
  • Carrot & walnut

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Drinks

Drinks

Beverage Packages

Package 1 – $15 per person, per hour
Includes:

  • Premium Beers (Peroni, Corona)
  • Light Beer
  • Bottled Wines (Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Grigio, Cabernet Sauvignon, Shiraz, Sparkling Wine)
  • Soft Drinks

Package 2 – $18 per person, per hour
Includes everything in Package 1, plus:

  • House Spirits (Vodka, Gin, Rum, Whiskey)

Package 3 – $22 per person, per hour
Includes everything in Package 2, plus:

  • Premixed Gin & Soda
  • Alcoholic Seltzers

Upgrades & Add-Ons

Extra Beer or Cider – $3 per person, per hour
Add one extra beer or cider to any alcoholic package.
Choices include:

  • Beers: Corona, 150 Lashes, Coopers Pale Ale, Pure Blonde, Great Northern
  • Ciders: Somersby Apple or Pear

French Champagne Upgrade – $30 per person, per hour
Upgrade to Veuve Clicquot, Moët, or Mumm NV Brut

Non-Alcoholic Bar Package – $5 per person, per hour
Includes soft drinks, juices, and sparkling water

Bar Options

Pay-As-You-Go Bar

  • $500 minimum pre-paid bar tab
  • $200 staff fee (includes 1 staff for up to 4 hours)
  • $50 per additional hour
    Note: Shots are not permitted

BYO Beverages

  • Disposable cups provided

Ice available at $5 per bag

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Price

Boat Hire Fees

Saturdays & All of December:

  • $650 per hour for up to 30 guests
  • $750 per hour for 31–45 guests
  • Minimum 4-hour hire

All Other Days:

  • $600 per hour for up to 30 guests
  • $700 per hour for 31–45 guests
  • Minimum 4-hour hire

Public Holidays:

  • $855 per hour for up to 30 guests
  • $975 per hour for 31–45 guests
  • Minimum 4-hour hire

New Year’s Eve:

  • $15,000 flat rate

Please Note:

Bucks parties are limited to a maximum of 3 hours (4-hour hire fee still applies)

While charter times are flexible, preferred times are:

    • Lunch charters: Start no later than 1:00pm
    • Sunset charters: Start no earlier than 5:00pm

Any Other Fees

Wharf Fees: $100 per charter ($50 per wharf)

BYO Fee: $150 (covers food and/or beverages)

Staff Fee: $250 (applies to beverage packages or cash bar service)

Ice: Available at $6 per bag

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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