Do I need a boat licence to hire Frankie?

No. Frankie is speed-limited to 10 knots, so no licence is required. We give you a full briefing before you leave.

How many people can Frankie carry?

Up to 8 guests including the driver.

How much does Frankie cost?

A half day of four hours is $650 and a full day of eight hours is $950. Fuel and BBQ gas are included.

Is there a BBQ on board?

Yes, and we supply the gas. Bring your own food and cook while you are anchored.

Is there a toilet on board?

No. Frankie has no toilet, so she suits shorter trips or days where you plan to stop ashore. If you need a toilet on board, Marlow is the better choice.

Frankie

Frankie — BBQ Pontoon Boat Hire from Double Bay, No Licence

8 guests

No licence needed

Half Dayfrom $650

Full Dayfrom $950

Fuel included. Exact price shown at checkout.

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Frankie is a 7-metre BBQ pontoon — a flat, stable deck built for long lunches on the water rather than getting anywhere quickly. She tops out at 10 knots, so no licence is required: we brief you on the day and you drive her yourself. The BBQ is the point of her. We supply the gas, you bring the food, and you can cook properly while anchored somewhere quiet. There is an esky on board, a roof over roughly three quarters of the deck, an anchor and full safety equipment. Frankie seats 8 and departs from Double Bay Ferry Wharf. Fuel is included. There is no toilet on board. Hires are available from 1 November 2026.

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Summer (Oct – Apr) Half day (4 hours) 9:45am – 1:45pm 2:15pm – 6:15pm Full day (8 hours) 9:45am – 5:45pm

Winter (Apr – Oct) Half day (3.5 hours) 9:45am – 1:15pm 2pm – 5:30pm Full day (7 hours) 9:45am – 4:45pm

Frankie operates from Double Bay. Hires available from 1 November 2026.

Pickup and drop off is at Double Bay Ferry Wharf. Walk to the end of the ferry wharf and we will come in to meet you. Parking:

Street parking: There is limited free street parking nearby.
Parking stations: Wilson and Nationwide parking stations are a short walk from the wharf.

Up to 8 people
No licence required — full briefing on the day
BBQ on board — gas supplied
Esky on board
Roof over roughly three quarters of the deck
Anchor
10 knots — a relaxed cruising speed
Full safety equipment supplied
Fuel included
BYO food and drinks welcome
No toilet on board

You are welcome to explore Sydney Harbour, including Rose Bay, Watsons Bay, Shark Island, Chowder Bay, Mosman Bay and the Lane Cove and Parramatta rivers. Please do not cross the line between Camp Cove and Georges Head. That means no Middle Harbour, North Harbour, Manly or open ocean — we will show you exactly where this is on your map during the briefing. Both of our Double Bay boats are relaxed cruisers rather than fast boats, so plan a route that suits the time you have — your briefing will include some suggestions.

Frankie has a roof over roughly three quarters of the deck, so you are well covered for a passing shower. If there is a 50%% chance of rain (10mm) forecast on the morning of the hire according to the Bureau of Meteorology, you are welcome to reschedule.

Summer (Oct – Apr)

Half day (4 hours)

9:45am – 1:45pm

2:15pm – 6:15pm

Full day (8 hours)

9:45am – 5:45pm

Winter (Apr – Oct)

Half day (3.5 hours)

9:45am – 1:15pm

2pm – 5:30pm

Full day (7 hours)

9:45am – 4:45pm

Frankie operates from Double Bay. Hires available from 1 November 2026.

Pickup and drop off is at Double Bay Ferry Wharf.

Walk to the end of the ferry wharf and we will come in to meet you.

Parking & getting there

Street parking: there is limited free street parking nearby.
Parking stations: Wilson and Nationwide parking stations are a short walk from the wharf.

✓ Up to 8 people

✓ No licence required — full briefing on the day

✓ BBQ on board — gas supplied

✓ Esky on board

✓ Roof over roughly three quarters of the deck

✓ Anchor

✓ 10 knots — a relaxed cruising speed

✓ Full safety equipment supplied

✓ Fuel included

✓ BYO food and drinks welcome

✓ No toilet on board

You are welcome to explore Sydney Harbour, including Rose Bay, Watsons Bay, Shark Island, Chowder Bay, Mosman Bay and the Lane Cove and Parramatta rivers.

Please do not cross the line between Camp Cove and Georges Head. That means no Middle Harbour, North Harbour, Manly or open ocean — we will show you exactly where this is on your map during the briefing.

Both of our Double Bay boats are relaxed cruisers rather than fast boats, so plan a route that suits the time you have — your briefing will include some suggestions.

Frankie has a roof over roughly three quarters of the deck, so you are well covered for a passing shower.

If there is a 50% chance of rain (10mm) forecast on the morning of the hire according to the Bureau of Meteorology, you are welcome to reschedule.

✓ Bbq

✓ BYO Allowed

✗ Crew Not Included

Arriving this season — no licence required

Frankie is being refitted and will be ready mid-October 2026. The photos here show how she will look once finished — they are for reference only. Hires available from 1 November 2026.

Frankie is a 7-metre BBQ pontoon — a flat, stable deck built for long lunches on the water rather than getting anywhere quickly. She tops out at 10 knots, so no licence is required: we brief you on the day and you drive her yourself. The BBQ is the point of her. We supply the gas, you bring the food, and you can cook properly while anchored somewhere quiet. There is an esky on board for drinks, a roof over roughly three quarters of the deck for shade, an anchor, and full safety equipment. Frankie seats 8 and departs from Double Bay. Fuel is included. Please note there is no toilet on board, so she suits shorter trips or days where you plan to stop.

Tap Check availability, choose your date and time, and book instantly online. You pay the full amount securely at checkout — the exact price for your date is shown before you pay.

Yes! Frankie allows BYO food and drinks. You're welcome to bring your own catering, alcohol, and non-alcoholic beverages.

Sydney Harbour is sheltered, so most hires go ahead rain or shine — see "What if it's forecast to rain?" above for Frankie's rain policy and when you can reschedule. If conditions are genuinely unsafe (e.g. storm warnings), we'll rebook you.

Yes! You're welcome to bring a portable speaker and play your own playlist — check the add-ons when booking, as speaker hire may be available.

There's no deposit — you pay the full hire amount when you book, and your booking is confirmed instantly. A refundable $250 security hold is placed on your card the day before your hire and released after the boat is returned in good condition.

Extensions are subject to availability — call us on 0432 428 297 during your hire and we'll check whether the boat is free after your slot.