SANDSTONE POINT BOAT RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Tiller‑steer freedom on Moreton Bay: Up to 5‑person Suzuki 30HP from Sandstone Point
Half‑day (4 hr) or full‑day (8 hr) hires from Bribie Beach Shack — a simple, safety‑equipped Poly Smartwave for cruising and fishing, with rules and weight limits you need to know.
Tiller‑steer freedom on Moreton Bay: Up to 5‑person Suzuki 30HP from Sandstone Point.
Based at Bribie Beach Shack, the Up to 5 person Cruising / Fishing Boat Suzuki 30HP is a Poly Smartwave tiller‑steer vessel hired for either 4 or 8 hours; hires include a full tank of fuel and come with a full shade canopy, electric start, life jackets and all required safety equipment. The operator runs a brief on local fishing and safety at the time of pickup, then launches the boat from one of the nearby ramps before you head out on the bay; at the end of the hire you return the boat to the beach area beside the ramp for recovery by the operator.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A simple, capable Poly Smartwave with Suzuki 30HP
This hire is a tiller‑steer Poly Smartwave fitted with a Suzuki 30HP engine and electric start. The vessel comes with a full shade canopy, lifejackets and all required safety equipment; one full tank of fuel is included and the vessel carries a maximum combined load of 450 kg (passengers plus kit).
Choose a 4‑ or 8‑hour hire window
Hires are offered in discrete time blocks; your booked hire time covers the hire agreement process, the hire area and safety brief, and the time on the water. The operator provides launch and recovery from nearby ramps so you can focus on cruising or fishing during your booking.
Simple pickup and return at Bribie Beach Shack
On the day arrive at Bribie Beach Shack at your booked time for a local fishing and safety briefing; the boat is launched from one of the many nearby ramps, and at the end of your hire you return the vessel to the beach area beside the ramp where the operator will take care of it.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The rhythm is straightforward: arrive at Bribie Beach Shack, complete the hire paperwork and listen to a concise local fishing and safety briefing, then watch as staff launch your tiller‑steer Poly Smartwave from a nearby ramp. Once aboard you have a reliable, shade‑equipped platform for cruising or line‑casting in the local waters; at the close of your booking you beach the boat at the Bribie Beach Shack ramp area and hand it back to staff.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and who should think twice.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a current Australian driver’s licence, your boat licence details and a credit card (or a $500 bond in cash or on a debit card). Operators advise bringing a sharp knife (in case an anchor rope must be cut) and a bucket for bait; the operator also runs a licensed bar, bait and tackle shop and can supply or hire required gear.
You must present ID and boat licence details at pickup; payment or bond is required at the time of hire. Your booked hire time includes the time spent completing the hire agreement and the pre‑departure brief.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boat licence to hire?
Yes — you must bring your boat licence details at pickup and the skipper must be at least 18 years old.
What ages can travel on the boat?
Ages 1+ are accepted, but children under 12 months (1 year) are not recommended to travel and all children under 12 years must wear the provided lifejacket.
Is fuel or safety equipment included?
One full tank of fuel is included with the hire and lifejackets plus all required safety equipment are provided.
Are pets, smoking or cast nets allowed?
No — pets are not allowed, all boats are strict no‑smoking and no‑vaping vessels, and crab pots and cast nets are not permitted on this type of boat.
What happens if we exceed the weight limit?
If the vessel is overweight on the day and outside the advertised 450 kg limit, the vessel will not be allowed to depart, the hire will be cancelled and all monies forfeited.
Where do I go on the day of the hire?
On the day of your hire come to Bribie Beach Shack at your booked time for the hire agreement and safety/local fishing brief before the boat is launched from one of the local ramps.
What identification and payment are required?
Bring a current Australian driver’s licence, boat licence details and a credit card; alternatively a bond of $500 in cash or on a debit card is accepted.