DOCKLANDS PRIVATE FIELD GUIDE
A private docklands charter aboard Melbourne’s largest riverliner — three decks, full galley, room for 350
A tailored 3-hour private charter from Docklands on Victoria Star Cruises and the MV Calypso Lady — this guide explains what the ship offers and who it suits.
A private docklands charter aboard Melbourne’s largest riverliner — three decks, full galley, room for 350.
Melbourne Boat Parties operates private charters from Docklands aboard Victoria Star Cruises — Melbourne’s classic cruise ship — offering tailored events on a vessel that holds up to 350 patrons with a fully equipped galley, bar and three large sun decks.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Melbourne’s largest cruise ship on the Yarra
Victoria Star Cruises is described as Melbourne’s classic cruise ship and the largest vessel operating on the Yarra, with capacity for up to 350 guests — an obvious choice when your guest list needs more space than typical venues.
Full galley, bar and three sun decks
The ship offers a fully equipped galley and bar plus three large sun decks, enabling catered events, on-board service and open-air spaces for guests to spread out across the vessel.
Tailored private events — from corporate to milestone parties
Melbourne Boat Parties and the vessel’s events team tailor packages for corporate gatherings, birthdays and larger celebrations; the MV Calypso Lady is cited as a flexible platform for entertainment and fully catered events.
What the day feels like
What the private charter feels like
Board at Docklands and spend three hours afloat aboard a classic Melbourne riverliner: fully catered service from the galley and bar, open sun decks for circulating guests, and entertainment arranged to suit your event — all delivered by Melbourne Boat Parties and the ship’s events team.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this private charter is built for — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Private charters are offered as a three-hour cruise; confirm start and end times with the events team when booking.
Boarding is from Docklands; the meet location code provided is 5WMW+549, Docklands VIC 3008 — confirm precise embarkation details with the operator.
The ship has a fully equipped galley and bar and can be fully catered; contact the events team to tailor food, beverage and entertainment options for your group.
Contact the events team at Melbourne Boat Parties to tailor a package and confirm details; the description includes a contact number for enquiries.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is a private charter?
Standard private charters run for three hours.
Where do guests board the ship?
Boarding is at Docklands; the meet location code provided is 5WMW+549, Docklands VIC 3008.
How many guests can the ship hold?
The vessel accommodates up to 350 patrons, making it suitable for large private events.
What facilities are on board?
The ship features a fully equipped galley, a bar and three large sun decks; catering and entertainment can be arranged by the events team.
Are there age or capacity restrictions?
Bookings are described for ages 18+ and are positioned for parties that may exceed typical venue capacities (noted as for groups larger than 120 and up to 350).
Who do I contact to book or tailor an event?
Contact the Melbourne Boat Parties events team to tailor a package; the description provides the events team phone number for enquiries.