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Are you wanting to take your picnic experience to the next level? Take a look at our Picnics Afloat! Picnics Afloat on the VIP1 - perfect for smaller group events such as staff parties, birthdays, bridal showers, hens days or simply a family get together out on the water. The vessel can dock on beaches and parkways around the Tweed River so you can enjoy time on the beach. The vessel is BYO drinks, we provide an esky/cooler & ice on board. There are two large tables with chairs and bench seating for up to 20 people. It also has an onboard toilet, BBQ, and radio or smart phone aux connectivity for guest convenience. For larger groups 21+ we use the Golden Swan for the event. *The Golden Swan has a full bar and therefore no BYO available for this option. Book your experience for a group of minimum 10 guests at $1500. Additional guests over 10 are $90 per guest. Your booking includes: - 2.5 hours of cruise time on our explorer vessel VIP1 with an experienced Skipper - A delectable smorgasbord style menu with local and imported delights - Chilled still and sparkling water - A bottle of bubbles Go all out and add prawns (per kilo) or oysters (per dozen). Call our office for more details and pricing. All you have to do is BYO favorite drinks. If there are any allergies or intolerances, please let us know at least a week before cruising.


We are a second generation family owned and operated concern, is fully staffed by proud long-term Tweed and southern Gold Coast residents who are committed to promoting the region known as The Green Cauldron. Spruiking the NSW Northern Rivers' many assets is as easy as it is natural ... an area with a surf-laden coastline, nestled between international tourism drawcards Byron Bay and the Gold Coast and boasting 10 national parks on its western perimeter.
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The hire price of $1500 is for 10 guests for 2 hour cruise, captain and crew included. Extra guests cost $90pp Lighthouse platter - smorgasbord style picnic served onboard Includes still & sparkling Water Prawns and seafood can be added at additional charge. Please ask when confirming your booking direct The VIP1 is a BYO drinks vessel - 20+ Group - Our vessel The Golden Swan is required for larger groups and extra charges may occur - you will be informed of these at time of booking - the Golden Swan is a fully licensed vessel therefore no BYO allowed-