PAYNESVILLE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Burrunan Day Boat: A 28' Pontoon Cruise Through the Gippsland Lakes to Raymond Island
Spend a full day (7 hours) aboard Burrunan — a 28' pontoon licensed for 12 — cruising, fishing and visiting Raymond Island’s koala sanctuary.
Burrunan Day Boat: A 28' Pontoon Cruise Through the Gippsland Lakes to Raymond Island.
The Burrunan Day Boat puts the Gippsland Lakes within easy reach: a 28' pontoon that seats a dozen, a calm day of fishing and cruising, and a short hop across to Raymond Island where gum trees host East Gippsland’s largest koala population. It’s an uncomplicated, convivial way to spend seven hours on the water with friends or family.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A roomy 28' pontoon — no licence required
Burrunan is a 28' dayboat with a front ramp, licensed for up to 12 passengers, designed for comfortable cruising of the Gippsland Lakes without the need for a boat licence.
Raymond Island’s koala sanctuary
A short cruise from Paynesville drops you at Raymond Island, where you can wander among gum trees and view East Gippsland’s largest koala population in their natural habitat.
Cruise, cast a line and picnic
The dayboat is set up for a relaxed day on the water: cruise the lakes, drop a line to fish, and enjoy a picnic from your esky or hamper while the boat’s safety gear takes care of the essentials.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
You’ll spend a seven‑hour hire aboard your own pontoon, easing across the glassy channels of the Gippsland Lakes at your own pace — stopping to fish, to moor and picnic, and to make the easy crossing to Raymond Island for koala viewing — all from a boat that’s licensed for a dozen and doesn’t require you to hold a licence.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this day boat suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The standard full‑day hire is seven hours; multiple‑day bookings are available with reducing rates.
Bring your esky and picnic hamper for lunch and snacks; the dayboat is supplied with required safety gear.
Burrunan is licensed for up to 12 passengers.
The trip operates from Paynesville, with short crossings to Raymond Island and cruising across the Gippsland Lakes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Do I need a boat licence to hire Burrunan?
No — the Burrunan dayboat can be hired and operated without a boat licence.
How long is a full‑day hire?
A full‑day hire is seven hours; multiple‑day bookings are also offered with reducing rates.
How many people can the boat carry?
The pontoon is licensed for up to 12 passengers.
What should I bring for the day?
Bring an esky and picnic hamper for food and drinks; the boat comes with the necessary safety equipment.
Can I visit Raymond Island on the hire?
Yes — Raymond Island’s koala sanctuary is a short cruise from Paynesville and is commonly included on the day’s itinerary.
Are multi‑day bookings available?
Yes — multiple‑day booking options are available, with reducing rates for extended hires.