Boat hire from Manly — Moreton Bay's easiest launch point
Tide's home base. Walking distance to fuel, food, ice and tackle. The calmest entry point into Moreton Bay.
Sheltered launching
Manly Harbour is one of the calmest launching points in the bay. Easy in, easy out, even with kids on board.
Everything within walking distance
Fuel, ice, food, tackle and bait are all five minutes from the ramp.
Quick access to the bay
Out of the harbour and onto open water within minutes. No long river runs, no traffic.
Day-trip ideas from Manly
Peel Island
~25 minutes from Manly. Sheltered swimming, snorkelling and a quiet picnic spot. Calm anchorages on the western side.
Wellington Point / King Island
~20 minutes south. Wadeable sandbar walk at low tide. Great for families and dogs.
Moreton Island day trip
~1 hour. Tangalooma Wrecks, beaching at Cape Moreton, deep-water fishing. Only recommended in suitable conditions and with the Bayliner or Stacer.
Manly hire FAQs
Where exactly is the pickup point?
Manly Boat Harbour. Specific instructions and a meeting spot are sent with your booking confirmation.
Is there parking at Manly?
Yes. Parking is available near the harbour. Allow a few minutes to find a spot on busy weekends.
Where's the closest ramp?
The main Manly Boat Harbour ramp is right there. For the Tinny, Wynnum Creek is also walking distance.
Where do I get fuel / bait / ice?
All within 5 minutes of the harbour. We'll point you to the closest options at pickup.
Enquire about hire from Manly
Send us your details and preferred date — we'll confirm availability at Manly Boat Harbour and lock it in.