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Pelican Waters’ Newest 10‑Seat BBQ Pontoon: Leisurely Cruises Through Pumicestone Passage
A luxury 10-person pontoon with a marine BBQ and weather‑resistant café blinds, ideal for relaxed days cruising Pumicestone Passage and stopping on North Bribie Island.
Pelican Waters’ Newest 10‑Seat BBQ Pontoon: Leisurely Cruises Through Pumicestone Passage.
Set off from Golden Beach on a spacious, purpose-built 10‑person BBQ pontoon designed for comfort and conviviality. The operator readies your boat on the sand, helps with loading and offers navigation guidance and operational instruction before you cast off; from there you cruise the sheltered channels of Pumicestone Passage, pause at North Bribie Island National Park to swim in calm waters, and eat on pristine white sands.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A roomy, luxury 10‑person pontoon
The newest 10‑seat BBQ pontoon is configured for comfort and space, making it an easy choice for groups who want a relaxed day afloat without sacrificing creature comforts.
Fully equipped marine BBQ and weather protection
Onboard you get a fitted marine BBQ and café drop blinds that resist weather, so you can cook, shelter and socialise on the water with minimal fuss.
Sheltered channel cruising and island beach stops
The itinerary focuses on calm, scenic water: a cruise through Pumicestone Passage with a stop at North Bribie Island National Park for swimming and beach BBQs on white sand.
What the day feels like
How the day unfolds
Arrival at the beach is straightforward: your boat will be staged on the sand, the crew assists with loading and runs you through operation and navigation advice. Once launched you slip into the sheltered flow of Pumicestone Passage, pick a calm cove or beach on North Bribie Island to drop anchor, swim in protected waters and fire up the onboard BBQ for a picnic on pristine sand.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring ice, your choice of drinks and any BBQ essentials or food you want to cook—these are not supplied.
Meet at 1 Esplanade, Golden Beach, QLD 4551 where your boat will be staged on the beach and staff provide loading assistance.
The hire includes the 10‑seat pontoon, a marine BBQ plus fuel and safety equipment; the operator also provides navigation guidance and launch assistance.
The operator supplies operational instructions and navigation guidance before departure to ensure you’re comfortable running the vessel.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boat licence to hire this pontoon?
No—no boat licence is required to hire the 10‑seat BBQ pontoon.
Where do we meet and launch?
The meeting and launch point is 1 Esplanade, Golden Beach, QLD 4551; the boat will be ready on the beach and staff will assist with loading.
What should I bring?
Bring ice, drinks and any BBQ essentials or food you want to cook—the operator supplies the marine BBQ but not your provisions.
What is included with the hire?
The hire includes the 10‑seat pontoon, a marine BBQ, fuel and safety equipment; staff provide loading assistance and operational instruction.
Will the operator help me run the boat?
Yes—the operator provides navigation guidance and operational instructions before launch and assists with loading on the beach.
How many people fit on the pontoon?
The boat has seating for up to 10 people.