Celebrate family milestones your way.
Private Catamaran Hire on the Gold Coast

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A safe, private catamaran for up to 30 guests. Celebrate together across generations on the water.

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For families organising milestone moments on the Gold Coast, Horizon offers something rare - a private space that feels relaxed, safe, and easy for all ages.

A newer, clean catamaran that feels fresh and ready to celebrate. View The Cat

The whole boat is private. No strangers onboard.

BYO food and drinks. Two large eskies for ready ice.

Space for up to 30 guests; room to dance, lounge, and take photos.

Accessibility for grandparents: crew assist with mobility, bathrooms and private change rooms onboard.

A stable twin-hull catamaran — safe for kids, steady for grandparents, comfortable for everyone.

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Here’s how a birthday cruise unfolds

If this is your first time booking a boat, don’t stress. Horizon makes it easy and fun; a private celebration that feels effortless.

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    1. Welcome and safety

    We meet at Marina Mirage, where the crew greet your group and run through a short safety briefing. Life jackets are available for all ages, and we help guests with mobility needs. With bathrooms and private changing areas onboard, everyone can settle in comfortably.

  • Group of women enjoying a boat ride on a sunny day with a city skyline in the background.

    2. Settle in

    Food and drinks go into the eskies, music connects, and guests find their spots. Kids love the trampolines, grandparents relax in the shaded lounge, and the bow is perfect for family photos.

  • A young girl with blonde curly hair wearing a yellow knit hat and a plaid jacket, giving a thumbs up on a boat with a man beside her, holding her hand, with city skyline and water in the background.

    3. Cruise and celebrate

    We cruise the calm Broadwater, with its skyline, islands, and open views. Some groups keep it low-key, others enjoy a swim. The catamaran’s steady twin hull means everyone feels safe.

  • People relaxing and sunbathing on a sailboat near a sandy beach under a blue sky.

    4. Destination stops

    Wave Break Island is the most popular; calm, shallow water for kids and adults alike. For something quieter, South Stradbroke offers sandy beaches and peaceful coves.

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    5. Heading back

    As the day winds down, the Broadwater glows golden. Families gather for photos, raise a glass, and share the moment. After 3, 4, or 5 hours, we return to Marina Mirage with memories that last.

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Your birthday deserves more than a table at a restaurant.

Photos & Memories:

Grandparents and kids swimming together at Wave Break

Group photos with the city skyline

Conversations in shaded lounges

Anniversaries and birthdays celebrated privately and comfortably

Private space where kids, friends, and grandparents all feel comfortable

Make your milestone cruise your own.

Optional Add-Ons:

Themed styling for birthdays or anniversaries

Grazing platters and catering partners

Extra cruise hours (when available)

Professional photography packages

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Family & Milestones Cruise
Frequently Asked Questions

If this is your first time booking a boat, don’t stress. Horizon makes it easy and fun; a private celebration that feels effortless.

  • Up to 30 guests, plus crew, can enjoy the boat together.

  • Yes. Horizon is stable, safe, and fully equipped with life jackets for all ages. Calm Broadwater waters make it ideal for mixed-age groups.

  • Shaded lounges, two bathrooms, and private change rooms ensure comfort for grandparents and guests with mobility needs

  • Yes. Wave Break Island is the most popular option, with calm, shallow water that’s safe for kids and accessible for older guests.

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  • Yes. Children can swim with adult supervision. Life jackets are provided in all sizes

  • Yes. Simple decorations like balloons or banners are welcome.

  • Boarding is via marina steps. While not fully wheelchair accessible, our crew can assist guests with limited mobility.

  • Private birthday charters start from $1,650 for 3 hours.

  • A navy blue circular lifebuoy with six evenly spaced segments, outlined in a darker blue.

    Boat toys, paddleboard & lily pad

  • A nautical ship wheel in navy blue

    4 hour cruises

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    30 People

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  • Simple blue outline of a sailboat with a single sail

    Swim at beaches & coves or cruise pass iconic landmarks

  • A digital illustration of a champagne bottle being opened with cork popping and bubbles flying out

    Licensed catering packages or BYO food & drink

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Celebrate milestones your way.

A private, steady, and comfortable catamaran hire on the Gold Coast - perfect for all ages.

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