Boab's fleet has a model to suit your requirements. Custom made by Amara Boats Australia, our fleet includes a large centre cab, a medium sports rider, a medium kimberley all-rounder and a smaller style runabout.
All vessels come on a trailer, ready to tow to any destination yourself. We do provide a launch and retrieve service from our nominated boat ramps if you are unable to do so yourself. All vessels are fully equipped with the mandatory safety equipment for inshore and offshore use. All vessels come with fish finder and depth sounder. Please note: each franchise location may or may not have the full range of vessels. If the vessel you require is not available from your selected location, you can source the desired vessel from the nearest location possible. Our vessels are on trailers and can be towed to any destination. ^Top
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What are the Vessel Limits - Offshore use?
Centre Cab 5 nautical miles (9.2km), (QLD check individual website) Sports Rider 2 nautical miles (3.7km) Kimberley 2 nautical miles (3.7km) Runabout Smooth water use only, (W.A. allowed 2 nautical miles)
Note: Darwin has varying limits due to tide levels, please enquire upon booking. ^Top
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Where are Boab's Franchise Locations?
Boab has franchises Australia wide. Please click the 'Locations' link on the home page. Each franchise location has its own link which gives you specific information for that area, including boat ramps, accommodation, local map, image gallery, weather, bait & tackle and extras. ^Top
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What is Boab's 'area of use' policy?
Each franchise location does have it's own rules and guidelines with regards to where you can use the vessel. Restrictions may apply to the area of use and it is mandatory that you inform the franchise owner where you intend on taking the vessel. All vessels are tracked and breach of hire agreement may lead to further action. ^Top
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What is Boab's bad weather policy?
Please read our Hire Conditions page thoroughly. If conditions are deemed not suitable, and after discussion with the franchise owner, the hire is usually postponed with the $200 booking fee (see payment section) credited towards the postponed hire. ^Top
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What are Boab's hours of operation?
Situations can vary but generally, the following applies:
1 day hire: Earliest pickup daybreak, standard drop off 4pm.
2 days or more: Earliest pickup daybreak on first day, standard return on last day of hire at 4pm. The hirer may only use the vessel in daylight hours, under no circumstances may the vessel be used on the water at night. Breach of contract will result in cancellation of hire and further action. Note: Return time of 4pm is required to allow the retrieval and cleaning of the vessel. Franchise locations may have 2 or more vessels hired out on any particular day, in which case pickup and return times may need to be staggered by the franchise owner. Unless prior arrangements are in place, vessels returned after 4pm will be charged out at $60 extra per hour at 15 minute intervals. ^Top
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Is there an on water safety briefing?
Yes. All first time hirers receive the following:
1. Introductory letter and Marine Safe DVD to watch prior to the hire. (for bookings made in advance, DVD to be returned upon hire) 2. Paper work run through prior to taking the vessel. 3. On water safety briefing prior to taking the vessel.
Note: the on water safety briefing is designed to be informative and to make the hirer comfortable with important aspects of the vessel and trailer. ^Top
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Can I pickup the vessel the night before my hire?
Yes this is possible, but must be confirmed with the franchise owner first. ^Top
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Can I get the boat delivered to me?
Yes. Our franchise owners can tow the boat to your desired destination.
We calculate the number of kilometers from our designated boat ramp to your destination and back (round trip) then multiply the total by $1.50.
For designated boat ramps, please see our locations page and click on your desired franchise location. Then click on their boat ramps tab.
To calculate the distances, we use Google maps. ^Top
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Can I hire the boat for half a day?
Company policy only permits full day bookings in advance. If you wish to hire for half a day, we request that you call us on the actual day and make an enquiry. If the boat is available, we will allow the half day hire. We do not take half day bookings in advance. ^Top
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How do I make a booking?
Please call our national booking hotline on 1300 00 2622. Your booking will be taken over the phone. Please familiarise yourself with our locations, vessels and hire conditions prior to calling.
Alternatively, make a booking enquiry through our website and your request will be checked for availability and promptly replied to via email. ^Top
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How do I pay?
We require a $200 deposit at the time of booking. This deposit goes towards the overall cost of your hire, with the balance due on the last business day prior to the hire. We accept credit card, online bank transfer or cash. Our rates are located on the hire rates page. You can tow the vessel on the trailer yourself, or utilise our walk on/ walk off service where the vessel will be launched and retrieved for you.
Note: customers wishing to book a vessel for 4 days or longer may be required to pay 50% up front to secure the booking. This is at the discretion of the franchise owner. ^Top
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What is the Cancellation Policy?
If due to unforeseen circumstances you wish to cancel your hire, we require notice. Your $200 booking fee is kept as a credit on the system until you are ready to hire again. We will generally try to book you in for another hire as soon as possible. In situations that warrant a refund, please speak to the franchise owner. ^Top
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What about the security bond and insurance?
The hirer must leave a $1000 bond per vessel for the duration of the hire. The bond covers the insurance premium excess on each vessel and any damage to the vessel or trailer. The hirer is ultimately responsible for any damage to the vessel or trailer for the duration of the hire. The bond can be paid for with credit card or cash.
Note: certain franchise locations may require a $3000 bond from hirers wishing to take the vessel to far and remote areas. The franchise owner will inform you of this if applicable. ^Top
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When is my $1000 bond returned?
The bond will be returned at the end of the rental provided that the vessel has been returned on time, full of fuel and not damaged. Banks generally take up to 7 working days to release funds used for a security bond. If a credit card was used for the security bond, the funds will be released by the bank. Boab Boat Hire do not contact the bank to remove the pre authorisation.
If the bond is paid in cash, you will be refunded upon returning the vessel. Any damage to the vessel or trailer will be paid for out of the bond. ^Top
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Do I need a boat licence?
In NSW and QLD:Yes for all vessels unless you wish to hire the runabout with a restrictor on the throttle. See hire rates page under Runabout for further information. In Western Australia:Yes for all vessels. In the Northern Territory: No licence required. ^Top
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Can I hire without a boat licence?
In NSW and QLD: Yes but only on the Runabout. We place a restrictor on the engine limiting the speed of the vessel. In Western Australia: No. In Northern Territory: Yes. ^Top
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Do you accept ALL boat licences?
Yes. We accept boat licences from all Australian states and we recognise all valid international boat licences. ^Top
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Can more than 1 person drive the vessel during the hire?
Yes, but the additional driver(s) must be listed on the hire agreement as (licenced if necessary) drivers. ^Top
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Can I tow the Runabout away to another location if I do not have a boat licence?
No. Maritime rules stipulate that an unlicenced hirer must remain in the designated franchise area, if they are hiring a boat without a boat licence and with the engine restrictor on.
Note: this does not apply in the Northern Territory ^Top
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Can I drive the vessel if I am under 18?
Yes, but you must hold a valid boat licence, and be accompanied by an adult who has a valid boat licence (in applicable states). ^Top
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I am bringing the kids, what about life jackets?
Life jackets for children will be provided upon request. Please inform us at the time of booking.
Some locations do stock leisure equipment, please enquire upon booking or with the franchise owner. ^Top
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What about the Fuel cost?
Each vessel will be provided full of fuel prior to the commencement of your hire.
If you are towing the boat yourself, it is your responsibility to replace the fuel you have used.
If you aren't towing the boat or have the walk on walk off service, our franchise operator will fill the boat up for you. You can either go with them to the service station and pay direct or you can ask the franchise operator to charge your credit card once they have replaced the fuel you have used. ^Top
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Are franchises available?
Yes. Please fill out the franchise interest form. Go to home page and click on 'franchise'. ^Top
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