BRISBANE BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Front‑row on the Brisbane River: an exclusive Riverfire cruise with Aria Cruises
An adults‑only charter aboard an Aria Cruises vessel to watch the ADF airshow and Riverfire fireworks while dining from a buffet and enjoying all‑inclusive drinks—this guide explains what to expect and how to secure one of the very limited 34 spots.
Front‑row on the Brisbane River: an exclusive Riverfire cruise with Aria Cruises.
Celebrate Brisbane’s Riverfire from the water aboard an exclusive Aria Cruises private charter. The outing pairs panoramic river views of the Australian Defence Force aero display and the city’s nightly fireworks with a relaxed onboard service: afternoon tea, a buffet dinner featuring fresh Mooloolaba prawns, and all‑inclusive beverages. With just 34 seats and an adults‑only policy, the cruise promises an intimate, polished way to experience the city’s biggest pyrotechnic spectacle.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Unobstructed fireworks and airshow vantage
Positioned on the Brisbane River, the private Aria vessel gives guests direct sightlines to the ADF aero display and the Riverfire fireworks, keeping you away from the shoreline crowds for a calmer, more cinematic experience.
Afternoon tea, fresh seafood and an all‑inclusive bar
Service includes afternoon tea, a buffet dinner with chicken, cold meats, salads and fresh Mooloolaba prawns, plus all‑inclusive beverages—beer (Corona), house Sauvignon Blanc, soft drinks and water—so the evening unfolds without stops to shore.
Limited, adults‑only private charter
This is a deliberately small, 18+ event with only 34 spots available on the Aria private charter—an intimate, adults‑only way to enjoy Brisbane’s Riverfire in style.
What the day feels like
What the evening feels like
The cruise is designed as a single, continuous evening: guests board and settle in for afternoon tea, watch the ADF aero display from the river as twilight falls, dine from a buffet and then take in the Riverfire fireworks before returning to dock—an effortless arc of food, drink and spectacle aboard an exclusive vessel.
THE VIEW
Unobstructed fireworks and airshow vantage
Positioned on the Brisbane River, the private Aria vessel gives guests direct sightlines to the ADF aero display and the Riverfire fireworks, keeping you away from the shoreline crowds for a calmer, more cinematic experience.
THE FOOD & DRINK
Afternoon tea, fresh seafood and an all‑inclusive bar
Service includes afternoon tea, a buffet dinner with chicken, cold meats, salads and fresh Mooloolaba prawns, plus all‑inclusive beverages—beer (Corona), house Sauvignon Blanc, soft drinks and water—so the evening unfolds without stops to shore.
THE SETTING
Limited, adults‑only private charter
This is a deliberately small, 18+ event with only 34 spots available on the Aria private charter—an intimate, adults‑only way to enjoy Brisbane’s Riverfire in style.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring a light jacket for the evening; the dress code is casual yet stylish.
Casual yet stylish—comfortable for an evening on deck, with a light layer for river breezes.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Is this cruise adults only?
Yes. The event is restricted to guests aged 18 and over.
How many guests are on the charter?
Availability is very limited with just 34 spots on the private Aria charter.
What food and drinks are included?
The cruise includes afternoon tea, a buffet dinner (chicken, cold meats and cheese, pasta salad, garden and potato salads, bread rolls and fresh Mooloolaba prawns) and all‑inclusive beverages—beer (Corona), house Sauvignon Blanc, soft drinks and water.
When does the cruise depart and return?
Boarding begins at 3:00–3:15 PM; the vessel sets sail at 3:30 PM and returns to dock at 9:00 PM, with the ADF aero display at 5:00 PM and the Riverfire fireworks at 7:00 PM.
How much does the cruise cost?
The price is $269.00 per person, all‑inclusive.
Where do we board?
Boarding takes place at Hamilton Northshore on the Brisbane River.