Private wedding celebrations on the Port River
Wedding Boat Hire Adelaide
Create a distinctively South Australian wedding ceremony, reception or bridal celebration aboard a private Port River vessel.
Private Charter Booking Information
Compare vessel sizes and cruise durations before you book. All current private-charter prices are shown here so there is no extra click needed to find pricing.
Private group charter • 90 minutes to 3 hours • 16, 32 or 90-seat options
Wedding Charter Prices
| Dockside hire | $1,200/hr |
| River cruise hire | $1,850/hr |
| 16-seat — 3 hr | $1,950 |
| 32-seat — 90 min | $1,450 |
| 32-seat — 2 hr | $1,750 |
| 32-seat — 3 hr | $2,800 |
| 90-seat — 90 min | $2,350 |
| 90-seat — 2 hr | $3,200 |
| 90-seat — 3 hr | $4,500 |
A wedding setting that moves with you
Celebrate Your Wedding on the Water
Port River Cruises offers vessel options for intimate gatherings through to celebrations of up to 100 guests. Plan a ceremony, reception, bridal event or pre- and post-wedding gathering around your preferred atmosphere.
Covered areas and onboard toilets add practical comfort, while the river, lighthouse and maritime scenery create memorable photography opportunities. Wheelchair accessibility is vessel-dependent, so please contact us before booking to confirm a suitable vessel.
Ceremonies & Receptions
Discuss your celebrant, ceremony layout, reception plan and charter timing with the team.
Port Adelaide Backdrop
Capture river, lighthouse, vessel and waterfront photographs throughout the cruise.
Personal Styling
Flowers, decorations, music and layouts may be possible when approved before the event.
Plan with confidence
Details to Confirm Before Sending Invitations
The vessel is a working marine environment, so suppliers and styling arrangements must be coordinated carefully.
- Confirmed vessel and approved guest capacity
- Ceremony, reception or celebration run sheet
- Celebrant, photographer and supplier access
- Flowers, decorations, music and equipment
- Catering and licensed beverage service
- Mobility, seating and boarding requirements
- Contingency timing and weather procedure
Unique wedding venue Adelaide
A Wedding Venue on the Port River
Couples searching for a unique wedding venue in Adelaide can hold an approved ceremony, reception or private wedding celebration aboard a Port River Cruises vessel. The venue moves through a waterfront setting while guests celebrate together.
Options for up to 16, 32 or 100 guests support intimate weddings and larger occasions. Discuss your ceremony layout, celebrant, photography, catering, licensed drinks, styling and access requirements before confirming the charter.
Wedding Venue Highlights
- Exclusive vessel for your confirmed guests
- Port River and maritime photography settings
- Options for ceremonies and celebrations
- Covered areas and onboard toilets
- Licensed drinks service
- Accessible options on selected vessels
Our fleet
Choose a Vessel for Your Group
Tell the team your maximum guest number, event style and accessibility needs. Port River Cruises will recommend the most suitable available vessel and route.
16-Seat Vessel
An intimate option with generous legroom. Wheelchair access is available subject to advance discussion.
32-Seat Vessel
A covered vessel suited to medium-sized groups and routes through the Garden Island waterways.
100-Seat Catamaran
The largest option for major functions and celebrations, with two decks, onboard bar and accessible options.
Food, Drinks, Music and Decorations
Port River Cruises vessels are fully licensed. Beer, wine, soft drinks and other beverages are available to purchase, with packages or bar tabs available by arrangement. BYO alcohol is generally not permitted; ask about any prior-approved wine and corkage arrangement. Approved catering may be brought onboard. Music, decorations and special equipment must be discussed before the charter.
What to Confirm Before Booking
- Available vessel and approved capacity
- Total charter price and deposit
- Final-payment deadline
- Boarding and departure times
- Included charter duration
- Food and drinks arrangement
- Music and decoration approval
- Accessibility and boarding plan
- Weather procedure
- Cancellation and rescheduling terms
The experience
A Wedding Experience on the Port River
Routes are indicative and may change because of weather, tides, shipping movements, river traffic and operational requirements. Wild dolphins inhabit the Adelaide Dolphin Sanctuary, but sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Questions answered
Wedding Charter FAQs
Can we hold a ceremony onboard?
Wedding arrangements depend on the vessel, guest number and proposed setup. Discuss the full plan with Port River Cruises before confirming suppliers.
Can we decorate the vessel?
Decorations and flowers may be possible with prior approval. The team must confirm safe installation, setup access and removal.
How many wedding guests can attend?
Vessel options currently accommodate up to 16, 32 or 100 guests, subject to the approved layout.
Can elderly guests or wheelchair users attend?
Accessible options are available on selected vessels. Provide all mobility and seating requirements early so boarding can be planned.
Where do private charters depart?
Charters depart from 1 McLaren Wharf, Port Adelaide, beside the Port Adelaide Lighthouse. Confirm the meeting and arrival time in your booking correspondence.
Are there toilets onboard?
Yes. Port River Cruises’ private-charter vessels have onboard toilet facilities.
Are accessible options available?
Wheelchair access is available on the 16-seat and 100-seat vessels subject to advance discussion. Mechanical or electric wheelchairs cannot currently be accommodated.
What happens if weather affects the charter?
The skipper will make operational decisions based on safe conditions. Ask the team to confirm the applicable weather, cancellation and rescheduling procedure for your booking.
Begin Planning Your Wedding Charter
Send your preferred date, estimated guest number and event requirements. Port River Cruises will check availability and help identify the best charter option.