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A Little Boat With a Big Heart

A private charter aboard a timber cruiser with real history on Sydney Harbour — for sunset drinks, a quiet proposal, or a morning on the water with people you love.

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Our Story

Her name is Kiaoka — Kia-oka — and she was built in the 1950s. Timber, restored by hand, and kept the way she deserves. She's small enough to slip into coves the bigger boats can't reach, and steady enough that nobody on board thinks about the water.

Meet Kiaoka

We're Clare and Ian. We grew up on this harbour and still find corners of it we'd forgotten. Four guests at a time, no schedule, no commentary through a speaker - just the water, the skyline, and a boat that's particular about her pace.

Kiaoka, a restored 1940s timber boat, on Sydney Harbour with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge behind
Guest on the wharf watching Kiaoka come in
Guest on the wharf watching Kiaoka come in
Kiaoka cruising past a sandstone sea wall, red ensign flying
Kiaoka passing beneath the Sydney Harbour Bridge at dusk
A guest relaxing on Kiaoka’s bow on a sunny day
A guest relaxing on Kiaoka’s bow on a sunny day
Kiaoka cruising past the colourful Balmain boatsheds
Cushioned bench seating on board Kiaoka
Red ensign on Kiaoka’s stern with the Harbour Bridge in the distance
The Sydney Harbour Bridge at sunset, seen from under Kiaoka’s canopy
The Sydney Harbour Bridge at sunset, seen from under Kiaoka’s canopy
Brass binnacle compass on Kiaoka’s helm

Ready to set sail?

From $500.

From 2 guests. From right here on the harbour.

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Give the Gift of The Little Boat

A gift card for an afternoon on the water — for the couple who need an excuse, the friend who’s impossible to shop for, or the celebration you weren’t sure how to mark. Available in any amount, delivered digitally so it’s ready whenever they are.

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