hire fees

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Bookings

•  Bookings are held for 7 days from the date of reservation. To secure your hire period, a $1,000 deposit must be paid via EFT within this 7‑day holding window. Once the deposit has been received, the booking is confirmed and the dates are reserved exclusively for you. 

Final Payment

• NORMAL AND OFF-PEAK SEASON - The final balance is due 8 weeks prior to the commencement of your hire. If full payment has not been received by this time, the booking may be released and the houseboat made available for re‑leasing. 
• PEAK SEASON - The final balance is due 4 months prior to the commencement of your hire. If full payment has not been received by this time, the booking may be released and the houseboat made available for re‑leasing. 

Bond

• A $3,000 security bond is payable in Cash on boarding or by EFT the week before.
• The bond is refunded by EFT within 14 working days after your hire, less any expenses (fuel, gas, ice and wood) when no damage or loss has occurred on/to the houseboat. Please note that fuel costs are higher at the river due to infrastructure and delivery.
• Additional charges may apply for:
  • Late return
  • Extra cleaning if the boat is not left neat and tidy
•  Any damages incurred will be charged accordingly. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for further information.

Cancellations

• If the booking is not able to be rebooked, no refunds will be made.
•  The Owner reserves the right to cancel the hire if the balance payment is not received by the due date, unless prior arrangements have been made. In such circumstances, the Hirer forfeits the deposit paid. 
• Deferral fees and cancellation fees apply. Please refer to the Terms and Conditions for further information.

Boarding & Departure

• Boarding: 3:00 pm
• Disembarkation: 9:30 am
• The person responsible for the hire must:
  • Be at least 21 years old
  • Present a current boat or car licence
• Full instruction will be provided on handling the craft.

Safety & Conduct

• Maximum 12 persons on board (Maritime regulations).
• The boat must not be driven at night.
• The following are not permitted on board:
  • Firearms
  • Axes
  • Chainsaws
  • Candles
  • Trail bikes
• The owner or manager reserves the right to refuse hire to any person or group.
• No smoking or vaping inside the boat.

Terms & Conditions

A Terms & Conditions of Hire Agreement must be signed on arrival. A copy can be provided prior to departure upon request.

Pets

• Pets may be requested. This must be discussed before the deposit is paid.
• Additional charges may apply for any damage, excessive mess, or additional cleaning required as a result of pets being brought onto the vessel.