SUSSEX INLET BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Full‑Shade Pontoon: A Sussex Inlet Dayboat Built for Groups, Fishing and BYO Parties
A half‑ or full‑day hire of a covered pontoon for up to 12 people in Sussex Inlet, ideal for cruising, fishing or on‑water gatherings.
Full‑Shade Pontoon: A Sussex Inlet Dayboat Built for Groups, Fishing and BYO Parties.
The Partyn 1 Full Shade Pontoon from Sussex Inlet Pontoons is a covered, group‑oriented hire that seats up to 12 people and comes fitted with a BBQ, Bluetooth stereo, esky and included fuel—designed for parties, fishing, sightseeing or cruising with the option to bring your own food and drinks and even your dog.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Full roof, party-ready fitout
A full‑shade canopy keeps passengers sheltered while an onboard Bluetooth stereo and supplied BBQ and esky let you run a compact on‑deck gathering; fuel is included in the hire so you can focus on the watertime.
Flexible BYO and alcohol policy
You can bring your own food and drinks—alcohol is permitted aboard—but the driver must remain at 0% blood alcohol concentration while operating the craft.
Family and pet friendly with accessibility options
The pontoon is dog‑friendly, seats up to 12 people including the driver, and is wheelchair accessible if advised in your booking notes.
What the day feels like
What a day on Partyn 1 feels like
Start from the Nielson Lane boat ramp and settle under a full shade canopy as the group moves between cruising, fishing and anchor‑side hangs; the setup—stereo, BBQ and eskies—keeps the day social and self‑contained, and fuel is covered by the hire so the focus stays on time on the water.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and who should plan differently.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Half‑day hires depart at 8:30am or 1:00pm; full‑day hires start at 9:00am only.
Bring your own food and drinks—no food or drinks are sold on the pontoon. An additional esky is recommended even though an esky and ice are provided.
The meeting and launch point is Nielson Lane Boat Ramp, 3 Nielson Ln, Sussex Inlet NSW 2540.
Half‑day hire is $350, full‑day hire is $550; bookings start with a $200 deposit plus a booking fee today and the balance is paid on arrival with no booking fee.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How many people can we have on board?
The pontoon seats up to 12 people including the driver; children over one year old are included in the count.
Are there set start times for half‑day and full‑day hires?
Yes. Half‑day hires start at 8:30am or 1:00pm; full‑day hires start at 9:00am only.
Can we bring our own food and alcohol?
Yes. BYO food and drinks are allowed and alcohol is permitted aboard; however the driver must remain at 0% BAC when operating the pontoon.
Is fuel included in the hire price?
Yes—fuel is included in the pontoon hire.
Is the pontoon pet and wheelchair friendly?
The pontoons are dog‑friendly; they are wheelchair accessible—please note accessibility needs in the booking notes so the operator can prepare.
Do I need a boat licence to drive?
No boat licence is required, but boating experience is essential; if you lack experience you can hire one of the operator’s captains at checkout.
What equipment is provided on board?
The hire includes a BBQ, an esky and ice, a Bluetooth‑compatible stereo system and fuel; you may want to bring an extra esky.