ASCOT BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Skipper your own electric picnic boat along the Swan River from Ascot
Private, user-friendly electric boats from Ascot for 2–6-hour BYO picnics and small gatherings — this guide explains what’s included, who can go, and the routes toward Perth or the Swan Valley.
Skipper your own electric picnic boat along the Swan River from Ascot.
From suburban Ascot you climb aboard a ready‑to‑go electric boat and pilot yourself along the Swan River, a short stretch that folds the urban skyline into calm riverine scenery as you head either toward Perth City or out to the Swan Valley, Western Australia’s oldest wine region — ideal for picnics, family reunions and small celebrations.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ascot to Perth City or the Swan Valley
Choose a short cruise downriver toward Perth’s centre or point the bow toward the Swan Valley; the route moves quickly from suburban jetty to city outlooks and then into calmer, vineyard‑fringed water.
Electric, simple to drive and set up for a picnic
Nauti provides an electric, user‑friendly craft ready at the jetty with a large Bimini roof, room for an esky, seating for the booked group and all safety gear plus onboard training so no formal boat licence is required.
Built for small gatherings and special moments
The experience is tailored to intimate occasions — dates, reunions, proposals or family breakfasts on the river — with BYO food and drinks, kid‑ and dog‑friendly policies and small comforts provided on board.
What the day feels like
What it feels like to captain your own picnic
You arrive at the Ascot jetty where the boat is already set up; after a brief safety and handling rundown you guide the craft at your own pace, anchor for a picnic under the shade of a Bimini, and drift between city views and riverside calm — all on an electric motor designed for easy, licence‑free operation.
THE ROUTE
Ascot to Perth City or the Swan Valley
Choose a short cruise downriver toward Perth’s centre or point the bow toward the Swan Valley; the route moves quickly from suburban jetty to city outlooks and then into calmer, vineyard‑fringed water.
THE BOAT
Electric, simple to drive and set up for a picnic
Nauti provides an electric, user‑friendly craft ready at the jetty with a large Bimini roof, room for an esky, seating for the booked group and all safety gear plus onboard training so no formal boat licence is required.
THE OCCASION
Built for small gatherings and special moments
The experience is tailored to intimate occasions — dates, reunions, proposals or family breakfasts on the river — with BYO food and drinks, kid‑ and dog‑friendly policies and small comforts provided on board.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring your picnic food and drinks (BYO). There is a limit of one 60 cm hard esky; cooler bags fit under the table. The operator advises responsible alcohol consumption.
Boats include reef‑safe sunscreen, a Bluetooth speaker, cupholders, cushions, safety folder and GPS map, a captain’s hat for photos, a flash camera (photos sent to you), blankets and mozzie spray.
Wear comfortable clothes and flat shoes; bring a jacket for cooler winds or to shield from sun exposure in summer.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boat licence to hire a picnic boat?
No — Nauti’s electric boats are designed to be operated without a skipper’s ticket; the operator provides boat training and all required safety equipment.
How long are trips and when do they run?
Bookings commonly run from about 2 to 6 hours, and the service operates from August through to June.
What are the group size and age rules?
Operator guidance lists bookings for 2–7 people per booking with a skipper required to be over 20; boats are supplied per booking and seating is per the operator’s specification.
Can I bring food, drinks and an esky?
Yes — the experience is BYO. There is a limit of one 60 cm hard esky (cooler bags can fit under the table); the operator asks guests to be sensible with alcohol.
What’s included in the hire?
The hire includes the electric boat, safety equipment, a handling briefing/boat training, reef‑safe sunscreen, bluetooth speaker, cupholders, cushions, a GPS map and small comforts such as blankets, a captain’s hat and mozzie spray.
How much does a private boat cost?
Price indications in the listing show rates from about $295; a private boat listing also appears as from $307 plus booking fee, and all prices are shown per boat.