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Boab Boat Hire in Hervey Bay

We offer Boat HIRE - Jet Ski and Boat licencing

Located just 10km from the world heritage listed Fraser Island, Hervey Bay offers beautiful, remote, protected boating. Very limited swell reaches the bay- meaning there is around 50km of pristine sandy beach that can be accessed for a picnic, lunch or just a run on the beach for the kids. Chances are you won’t even see another footprint in the sand.

Water temps rarely fall below 19°C perfect for water sports year round! With the white sands of Fraser Island in the background of your posts, you will be the envy of all your Facebook followers.

 
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Popular Boab Boat Hire in Hervey Bay

Discover the perfect boating destination at Hervey Bay, just 10km from the world heritage-listed Fraser Island. Whether you’re after pristine beaches, thrilling fishing, or unforgettable wildlife encounters, Hervey Bay has something for everyone.

Runabout

Requires Boat Licence
$ 295 Day Rate
  • Length: 4.5m & Width: 1.9m
  • Engine: 40 HP Honda
  • Inshore use only
  • Capacity: 4 adults
  • GPS, fish finder & depth sounder.
Daily Hire

Sportsriders

Require Boat Licence
$ 495 Day Rate
  • Length: 5.7m & Width: 2.17m
  • Engine: 100 or 135 HP Honda
  • Offshore Limit: 5nm
  • Capacity: 6 adults
  • GPS, fish finder & depth sounder.
Daily Hire

Centre Cab

Requires Boat Licence
$ 545 Day Rate
  • Length: 6.0m
  • Engine: 150 HP Honda
  • Offshore Limit: 15nm
  • Capacity: 7 adults
  • GPS, fish finder & depth sounder.
Daily Hire

Fishing in Hervey Bay

If fishing is your passion, Hervey Bay will not disappoint:

  • Mackerel: November–January – frequent multiple hook-ups as they chase bait schools

  • Tuna: February–April – large schools create spectacular bust-ups

  • Snapper & Winter Whiting: Cooler months

  • Juvenile Black Marlin: November–December – easily caught in shallow waters, a growing highlight for local anglers

Our Centre Cab boats have landed their first Marlin in recent seasons, proving just how exciting fishing can be here!

Whale Watching​

Hervey Bay is famous for humpback whales, which take up residence in the protected waters from late July to October. Watching these magnificent animals without the crowds is an unforgettable experience.

Boat Ramps

  • Main Ramp: Urangan Harbour

  • Alternative Ramps:

    • Point Vernon – Hervey Bay

    • River Heads

    • Burrum Heads – $50 delivery surcharge on single-day hires

    • Maryborough – South St Ramp – $50 delivery surcharge on single-day hires

Boat Hire & Licencing

Hit the water with confidence and explore the beauty of Hervey Bay your way!

Email: portstephens@boabboats.com.au