Cairns Marina, 4870
8:00am or 12:30pm
4 or 8 hours after departure
Enjoy flexible boat hire in Cairns with a 8-seater pontoon, ideal for couples, small families or groups of friends. These compact and stable boats are easy to operate and suitable for fishing, exploring or cruising at your own pace. No boat licence is required, just a short safety briefing before departure.
Head out into Trinity Inlet and explore the mangrove-lined waterways your way. Cast a line, look out for local wildlife or relax and take in the views. With space for passengers, an esky and essential gear, this boat hire in Cairns offers a simple and stress-free way to get out on the water.
Tour options and prices shown at booking stage.
Cairns Marlin Marina, 4870
8:00am or 12:30pm
Half day 4 Hours or Full day 8 Hours
4 or 8 Hours
Subject to availability
Yes you can rent your own self-drive boats for a full day or half day.
No, for these specific self-drive boats, you do not need a license.
Yes, there a few options for this. You can either do a tour (best option is Cairns Reef Fishing) or rent your own boat. Please note renting your own boat has limits to where you can take the boat. You’re not allowed to take these boats out to the Great Barrier Reef. Please get in touch for bookings.
Yes, you can hire a self-drive boat in Cairns for a full day or half day. This is great way to see Cairns inlet, you can rent fishing rods and a BBQ to have an awesome exclusive day with friends on the water.
The boat hire in Cairns, has different sizes of boats, which can hold up to 8 passengers. There is another product on our Cairns Tours page for the 4 seater product, which is a little cheaper.
Yes, the boat hire in Cairns is suitable for families! It’s a nice relaxing day on the water with only your group (no given captain or tour guide) which will make it a lovely family day out!
Yes, you can absolutely add fishing rods and a BBQ! Please contact us at time of booking so we can add this onto your booking.
No, you have to make your own way to the Cairns Marina, Wharf A. The boat and staff will be waiting there to board you onto your vessel.
EXCELLENT Based on 422 reviews Posted on Anousack ThepphommaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I wasn’t sure what to do in Cairns, so I visited their office. Eleanor at the counter was very helpful and gave me great advice on which tours suited me. I booked two tours—Kuranda went smoothly and I had an amazing time. The Fitzroy Island tour was cancelled due to technical issues, but Kirk (who seemed like a manager) called me, resolved everything quickly, and arranged a similar tour for me instead. Overall, I had a great experience and really enjoyed my time in Cairns. If you’re visiting, definitely stop by their office—you won’t regret it.Posted on Sven RudolphTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were fortunate enough to be advised by Bailey. He helped us choose the best day in terms of weather and calmly described and recommended various snorkelling tours to us. The tour we ended up booking was fantastic, as was the weather. For this reason, we were very happy with the advice and would definitely come back again.Posted on G EATrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks Bailey for helping us book so last minute! Had a great time out in the Great Barrier Reef, glad to be able to check it off our bucket list!Posted on Tiffany TranNguyenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kirk was very friendly and informative in booking my reef tour and giving me info for a good time in Cairns and Kuranda. He’s great!Posted on Lee GordonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tara very helpful, kind and honest person, she helped us to book the reef and island cruise and we looking forward to book another one with her. Absolutely love Tara!Posted on Jane GregoryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kirk was unbelievable! Great Service, handsome ladPosted on Shannon El HanbliTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My family and I were visiting Cairns for a week only and wanted to have a memorable visit of the Great Barrier Reef. We were welcomed by Eleonore Fabre - she gave us outstanding service. She recommended the Moore Reef plan and we could not have had a better day. My kids (and I 🤭) loved the slide that led right into the ocean off the pontoon. Would highly recommend to stop by and see Éléonore at the Cairns branch!Posted on Mack BurgessTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing service nice guy and really enjoyed our trip to outer reef would definitely recommendPosted on Sheen JoseTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Very nice gentleman Got a very good deal