Element Boat Hire Sydney — 78ft Luxury Yacht for up to 35 Guests

35 guests
3hr min
from $1,200/hr · 3hr min
★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews)
Prefer to call? 0432 428 297
Element
Luxury Yacht 35 guests 78ft 3hr min
★★★★★ 5.0 (46 reviews)
Popular — 3 bookings this month
Overview
Catering ✓
BYO food & drinks ✓
Sound system ✓
Swim platform ✓
Crew included ✗
Capacity
Max guests35
Seated dining14
Cocktail / standing30
Vessel length78ft

Element is a 78-foot Warren motor yacht for charter on Sydney Harbour, departing from Jones Bay Wharf, Pyrmont. The boat carries up to 35 guests cocktail-style with 14 seated across two decks, with a flybridge featuring a retractable sunroof, a main saloon with 360-degree windows, an aft teak deck and front sunbeds. Hire starts from $1,200 per hour with a 3-hour minimum. Bluetooth sound, BBQ, galley, swim platform and a paddleboard are on board. BYO welcome; catering on request.

VESSEL INFORMATION

  • Guest Capacity: 35 (36 if BYO)
  • Overnight Capacity: 8 guests
  • Accommodation: 4 cabins

VESSEL HIRE RATES

Peak Season (November – March)

  • Minimum Hire: 4 hours
  • Rate: $1,450 per hour

December

  • Minimum Hire: 4 hours
  • Rate: $1,500 per hour

Off-Peak Season (April – October)

  • Minimum Hire: 3 hours
  • Rate: $1,250 per hour

Public Holiday Rate

  • Minimum Hire: 5 hours
  • Rate: $1,800 per hour (+ surcharges)
  • BYO: Not allowed
  • Note: Excludes New Year’s Eve & Christmas Day

INCLUSIONS & EXCLUSIONS

Included:

  • Vessel hire
  • Marine crew
  • Fuel

Excluded:

  • Catering
  • Beverages
  • Wait staff
  • Chef fees
  • Wharf fees

Note: All rates include GST

STAFFING

Wait Staff

  • First 4 hours: $400 per staff
  • Additional hours: $75 per staff / per hour
  • Requirement: 1 staff per 10 guests
  • Maximum: 4 staff

BYO FEES

Catering

  • Off-Peak: $250
  • Peak: $350

Beverages

  • Soft drinks package: $25 per person
  • Minimum spend: $500

WHARF FEES

  • All Sydney wharves: $50 per visit

SURCHARGES

Applicable to special events and public holidays
(Excludes New Year’s Eve & Christmas Day – Price on Application)

  • Food & Beverage Packages: +25%
  • Wait Staff & Chef Fees: +100%
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  • The large teak aft deck perfect for al fresco lunch or cocktails
  • Sundeck
  • Luxurious saloon with retractable sun roof, large couches and 360-degree windows providing panoramic views
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✓ Byo
✓ Catering
✓ Sound System
✓ Bluetooth
✓ Swim Platform
✓ Bbq
✓ Galley
✓ Flybridge
✓ Fishing
✓ Paddleboard
✓ Tv
✓ BYO Allowed

Element is BYO — bring your own food and drinks. We also offer catering packages including canapés, BBQ, and sit-down dining options. Ask us for a tailored menu and pricing for your event.

 

Element floats Sydney Harbour in style as an 82-foot Warren motor yacht built for fun days and cozy nights. She welcomes up to 35 guests for cruises, spreading everyone across sunny decks and warm indoors so trips feel open and easy. Flybridge up top grabs the spotlight with its retractable sunroof, slide it open for a breeze or close against showers, while lounges invite groups to kick back with harbour views all around. Main saloon downstairs shines with 360-degree windows that pull in Opera House sights, plush seats for chats, and smooth flow to the aft teak deck for casual bites. Front sunbeds let a few soak up rays upfront, turning sails into laid-back adventures.

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Element keeps gatherings lively with smart touches for eats, beats, and water play. Bluetooth sound system hooks your phone to pump tunes through saloon, flybridge, and decks, matching moods from chill hangs to dance vibes. Galley tucks in BYO snacks, catered spreads, or BBQs, no trouble, with indoor dining for 16 at tables and rear deck spots for outdoors. Swim platform drops low for jumps, plus paddleboards, lilypad, or even a waterslide option to splash when anchored in. calm. Pair her with other gems in our luxury yacht hire collection for bigger crews or fresh layouts. Four cabins below, a king master ensuite, VIP double, two twins, sleep up to 8 overnight, with TV, DVD, and Foxtel for movie nights after sunset sails.

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Smooth at 14 knots, Element glides past icons steadily, keeping drinks level and chats flowing without bumps. Teak decks everywhere feel solid underfoot for mingles or games, while crew quarters ensure service stays sharp from dawn coffee runs to evening anchors. Whether family outings, mate meetups, or work dos, her mix of open zones, rest spots, and toy kit crafts trips that fit day hops or full getaways, leaving everyone with stories and snaps from the water.

Use the pricing calculator above to get an instant estimate, then submit your details. Our team will send you a personalised quote within the hour. A 50% deposit secures your booking.
Yes! Element allows BYO food and drinks. You're welcome to bring your own catering, alcohol, and non-alcoholic beverages. There may be a small BYO fee — check with our team for details.
Sydney Harbour is sheltered, so most cruises go ahead rain or shine. Element has covered areas for comfort. If conditions are genuinely unsafe (e.g. storm warnings), we'll work with you to reschedule.
Yes, Element has 3 bathrooms on board.
Yes! Most boats have Bluetooth speakers. You can connect your phone and play your own playlist. DJs may be possible on larger vessels — ask our team.
A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 14 days before your cruise date.
Extensions are subject to availability and will be charged at the hourly rate. Let the crew know on the day and they'll check if it's possible.
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Heidi W.
1 year ago
★★★★★
"Perfect harbour cruise on Element, seamless and superior service, amazing food. Will definitely book again."
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Caroline R.
1 year ago
★★★★★
"Ellie was an angel, extremely patient, helped plan my 40th birthday celebration. Couldn't have been better."
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Rami B.
1 year ago
★★★★★
"Debbie assisted in booking, amazing service and lovely people. Everything was perfectly organised."
from $1,200/hr
3hr min · BYO welcome
Prefer to call? 0432 428 297
35
Max Guests
78ft
Length
3hr
Minimum
BYO
Food & Drinks

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Frequently asked questions

How many guests can Element carry?

Element carries up to 35 guests cocktail-style with 14 seated for dining. The two-deck layout spreads guests across the flybridge, main saloon, aft teak deck and front sunbeds, and the boat sleeps overnight for smaller groups.

Can we BYO food and drinks on Element?

Yes — BYO food and drinks are welcome on Element. The galley supports BYO snacks, catered spreads or BBQ grilling. Catering through Boatique is also available — request a quote for menu options.

How much does it cost to hire Element?

Hire starts from $1,200 per hour with a 3-hour minimum. Public holiday, peak season and New Year's Eve surcharges apply. Use the calculator on this page for a full quote including wharf fees.

What occasions is Element best suited to?

Element suits weddings, milestone birthdays, corporate functions, Christmas parties, hens and bucks events, engagements, anniversaries, team-building, social charters, overnight stays and NYE.

How is the deck layout on Element?

Two levels: a flybridge up top with a retractable sunroof and lounges; a main saloon with 360-degree windows and plush seating; an aft teak deck for casual bites; and front sunbeds for sun lounging. Indoor dining seats 16.

Is Element available for New Year's Eve?

Yes — Element charters for New Year's Eve on Sydney Harbour. NYE bookings carry the season surcharge and demand at this size is heavy; book 9 to 12 months ahead for the fireworks window.

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