Balloon Spectacular Boat Cruises – March 2026
March 14, 2026 - March 22, 2026 @ 6:00 am - 8:00 am -
Sail into the skies with us!
Join Canberra Cruises & Parties for a magical Balloon Spectacular ...
The Canberra Party Boat (AKA The Maid Marion) can carry up to 30 passengers and provides indoor and outdoor entertainment areas, a sound system, party lights, bathroom facilities and heating for the cooler nights. We also have some great games you can add on for extra fun!
A Lake Burley Griffin cruise on the Maid Marion is the perfect choice for a wide range of parties, functions and events including:
EXCELLENT Based on 154 reviews Posted on Jason Mahoney Had an awesome time at the 80s retro cruise. Great music, not too loud but loud enough. Not to crowded and the people were great. Highly recommend.Posted on mel harding Great night was had by all!!Posted on Jo Hoadley We enjoyed the boat, the scenery and the crew. Communication prior, during and after the cruise was prompt and friendly but also professional. We would definitely book another cruise with Canberra Party Boat!!Posted on Joanna We just finished a weekend team party with Canberra Cruises & Parties. From booking to the end of the trip, the staff were attentive and welcoming. Clint's assessment of the weather and wind conditions was incredibly professional, ensuring our trip was a complete success. Everyone was very satisfied, creating unforgettable memories. I highly recommend them and hope to have the opportunity to experience it again next time.Posted on Lee Strauss Last night’s New Year’s Fireworks Cruise with Canberra Party Boat delivered exactly what it promised and then some. Here’s the thing. Watching fireworks from the water changes the whole experience. No crowds pushing in. No scrambling for a view. Just open space, reflections dancing across Lake Burley Griffin, and Canberra lighting up around you. The boat itself was clean, comfortable, and set up perfectly for a relaxed but celebratory night. Plenty of room to move, good sightlines from every angle, and a vibe that felt inclusive without being chaotic. The music set the tone without overpowering conversation, which matters more than people realise on nights like this. Timing was spot on. The cruise positioned us beautifully for the fireworks, giving uninterrupted views as they built and peaked. Seeing the bursts mirrored on the water was something special and felt distinctly Canberra in the best way. The crew deserves credit. Friendly, organised, and calm even with a full boat on one of the busiest nights of the year. Everything ran smoothly, which let everyone just enjoy the moment instead of thinking about logistics. What this really means is simple. If you want a New Year’s experience that feels celebratory without stress, social without being loud, and memorable without being overhyped, this is a great choice. I’d do it again without hesitation. A classy, easy way to welcome the new year and a reminder that Canberra knows how to put on a quietly brilliant show when it wants to.Posted on Michael Wright We really enjoyed the New Year's Eve cruise. It was amazing to see the fireworks up close. We couldn't have had a much better view. Charmaine was a great host and was very helpful. It's also great that you can bring your own food and drinks.We would definitely do it again.Posted on Wendy Brookman Amazing time! Staff were fantastic, absolutely will be booking fir next yearPosted on Mark We booked for our daughter’s 18th birthday and she had the absolute best time! The booking process was super easy and the staff very friendly. When we picked our daughter up at the end of the cruise we overheard some of her friends saying that this was the coolest 18th party ever! We would definitely highly recommend it.
March 14, 2026 - March 22, 2026 @ 6:00 am - 8:00 am -
Sail into the skies with us!
Join Canberra Cruises & Parties for a magical Balloon Spectacular ...
March 14, 2026 - March 22, 2026 @ 6:30 am - 9:00 am -
Join us aboard Cygnet for a sunrise, skippered cruise departing from Kingston Foreshore at 6:30am, perfectly timed to ...
March 14, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm -
Join us aboard the Canberra Party Boat for an exclusive Skyfire experience with unbeatable views, premium comfort, and the closest seat to ...