Hop Aboard: GoBoat's Pet-Friendly Picnic Boats Are Now Setting Sail From Sydney's North Shore
Pack a picnic and set sail on an electric boat through Middle Harbour — no boat license required.
According to an old boating adage, the two best days in a boat owner's life are the day they buy their boat, and the day they sell it. Since 2014, Danish company GoBoat has been offering people throughout Europe and Australia the chance to enjoy a hassle-free time on the water, thanks to its easy-to-navigate electric boats that can be hired by the hour. In other words: all care, zero responsibility.
In 2021, GoBoat debuted its first fleet of BYO picnic boats in Sydney at Cabarita Point. Four years on, the service is headed to the North Shore, with its family- and doggo-friendly hire boats launching from Mosman from Wednesday, April 9.
The Scandinavian-designed boats are built with breezy, hassle-free days on the water in mind. With capacity of up to eight people, the 18-foot cruisers feature a large, shaded picnic table ideal for spreading out your food and drinks as you cruise through Middle Harbour and as far up as Castle Cove.
GoBoats are environmentally friendly, too — each one is powered by a quiet, pollution-free electric engine and is made from a mix of reclaimed timber and recycled PET bottles. The vessels boast zero operating emissions, zero noise pollution and zero waterway erosion.
Boats are available to hire for up to three hours, with prices starting at less than $20 per person, per hour. Before setting sail, you'll receive a safety briefing and a demonstration to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. Plus, the boats are speed-limited and equipped with all necessary safety gear, including life jackets.
There's no age limit on the boats — and you don't need a boat license to take one out for a cruise. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a leisurely day out with mates, or simply wanting to soak up some views, a day on the water is simply a booking away.
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Find GoBoat The Spit – Mosman at d'Albora Marinas The Spit, Spit Road, Mosman. For more information or to make a booking, visit the service's website.
