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Christmas party boat hire on the Gold Coast

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A private catamaran on the Broadwater for up to 30. Bring your own, or let us cater the lot. BYO from $1,600 for the whole boat · or fully catered.

Up to 30 guests · Hosted by Captain Kenny · Marina Mirage, Main Beach ·

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Up to 30 Guests

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Catering & BYO options

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Private Catamaran

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Up to 30 Guests ⋆ Catering & BYO options ⋆ Private Catamaran ⋆

Two ways to do it

BYO food and drinks

The whole boat from $1,600 for three hours, or $2,000 for four.

  • Bring your own food and drinks

  • Eskies, ice, a fridge and a BBQ on board

  • Captain Kenny and crew host the day

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Fully catered

We do everything. You show up.

Book the cruise with us and we'll put you in touch with In Season Catering to choose your menu. On the day, everything is looked after.

Food from In Season Catering, cooked or served on board

  • Morning: grazing boards

  • Lunch: a BBQ cooked on board by a chef

  • Evening: canapés served by a chef and waitperson

Drinks

  • A drinks package for the length of your cruise, with responsible service on board

Taken care of

  • Dietary requirements, sorted in advance

  • Setup, service and clean-up

  • Food delivered to the boat and served on board

  • Nothing to shop for, pack or carry on board

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Why teams book Horizon

The whole boat. Private, for your team only.

Catering on board. In Season Catering cooks or serves on board, so there's nothing to bring.

Easy to organise. We plan it with you, then look after the day.

Modern and comfortable. A Seawind 1160 Deluxe with two bathrooms and plenty of shade.

Local hosts. Gold Coast owned, and hosted by Captain Kenny.

What’s on board Included with every cruise

  • Outline of a spatula with a griddle-head design.

    BBQ on board

  • Icon of a man and a woman standing side by side

    2 x Private bathrooms available

  • Line drawing of a champagne bottle opening with cork popping and bubbles.

    Kitchen and Catering facilities

  • Simple blue outline of a sailboat.

    Steady and stable catamaran

  • A simplified illustration of a poker chip or casino chip in dark blue.

    Sunset Cruise options available

  • Icon of a loudspeaker or speaker emitting sound waves.

    Sound System

  • Line drawing of a deck chair.

    Spacious relaxation decks

  • Line drawing of a sailor's hat with an anchor emblem on the front.

    Two Professional crew included

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Pick your time of day

Morning. Grazing boards and a calm Broadwater. Good for teams that start early or work shifts.

Lunch. A BBQ cooked on board by a chef, with a stop somewhere quiet along the way.

Evening. Canapés served as the skyline lights up.

We recommend four hours. It's time for two stops, with something organised at each. Tell us what your team would enjoy and we'll plan the day around it.

About the Cat

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The Cat at a Glance

A man standing on the front deck of a white sailboat named 'The Horizon Cat' with a large sail, on a calm body of water under a partly cloudy sky.
  • A white sailing catamaran with orange life rings docked in calm water near a city shoreline with tall buildings under a clear blue sky.
  • Interior of a boat cabin with wooden paneling, a small bathroom with a shower, a fire extinguisher on the wall, a window showing water and buildings outside, and part of a desk with a closed black notebook.
  • Interior of a small wooden cabin with a narrow doorway, showing a sleeping area with a bed and cabinets.
  • Compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, black countertops, a sink, and a small space leading to a bathroom with a toilet.
  • A bar or beverage station with several bottles of yellow-green drinks, empty glasses, mixing stirrers, and assorted condiments and ingredients on a black countertop.
  • Interior of a yacht with a maroon cushioned seating area, pillows, a wooden table, and boat controls visible.
  • Interior of a yacht with a U-shaped maroon sofa, multiple pillows, a wooden table in the center, large windows showing a marina with boats, and a wood-paneled floor.
  • Close-up of a boat deck with white coolers, a stainless steel grill labeled 'L.P. Gas Storage,' and a white cushioned bench. A life ring labeled 'The Horizon' is visible in the background, along with other boats and a body of water.
  • Open cooler on boat with various drinks including bottled water, cans of soda, and beer bottles.
  • Group of five people relaxing on a blue float on the water, some lying down and others sitting, with one person shielding their eyes from the sun.
  • Group of women enjoying a boat trip on a sunny day with blue skies, ocean, and distant city skyline in the background.
  • A man standing on the bow of a white sailing catamaran named 'The Horizon Cat' on the water during a sunny day with blue sky and clouds.
  • White sailboat docked at a marina with other boats in the background.

  • BYO cruises cost from $1,600 for three hours, $2,000 for four and $2,500 for five. That's the whole boat for up to 30 guests. For a fully catered cruise, catering is booked and paid directly with In Season Catering. Tell us your numbers and time of day, and we'll put you in touch.
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  • Yes. BYO is our most popular option. Eskies, ice, a fridge and a BBQ are on board.

  • Yes. Tell us your team's dietary requirements when you confirm your menu, and they'll be prepared in advance.

    Further catering information can be found here: https://www.horizoncatcruises.com.au/catamaran-cruise-catering

  • Yes. Stern ladders make it easy to swim at Wave Break Island or other calm Broadwater spots. Paddleboards and a lily pad are included.

  • Yes. There’s a gas BBQ with utensils, perfect for BYO catering

  • Yes, Horizon Cat has 2 Private bathrooms plus a deck shower for after swimming.

  • Yes. Horizon Cat has two enclosed bathrooms that can be used as private change rooms, along with a deck shower for rinsing off. This makes it easy to freshen up before returning to shore or continuing your celebration.

  • Cruises run for three to five hours. We recommend four, which leaves time for two stops with something organised at each. Other lengths are available on request.

  • Marina Mirage, 74 Seaworld Drive, Main Beach.

  • The boat has shaded, covered areas. Our weather policy is set out in our terms and conditions.

  • Yes. We'll send a tax invoice for the cruise in your company's name, with payment terms, through our booking system. Catering is invoiced separately by In Season Catering.

  • Yes. The catamaran is stable and easy to move around, and the covered booth seating has glazed windows all round, so everyone enjoys the view. The boat isn't set up for wheelchairs, so let us know about any access needs when you book.

  • No. Stops are optional, and most groups stay on deck.

  • As early as you can. December Fridays and Saturdays go first, so book in October or November for a December date. Weekdays have the most availability.

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Plan With Confidence

This year's Christmas party is on a boat

Your team. The Broadwater. Nobody else.

Prefer to talk it through? Call Captain Kenny on 0408 125 312.

Planning something outside the Christmas season? See our team days and client events.

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