Harbourcat
E Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095, Australia
Harbourcat is one of a kind. Based in beautiful Manly Cove with all Harbour wharf pick up options, this luxury and spacious 44-person catamaran offers in-house catering and bar facilities as well as an on-board bluetooth sound system – which means you’re the DJ! Venue, party tunes, food and drink – every event box is sorted!And you get to choose where we cruise. Work together with our friendly flexible staff to discuss where you can have the most fun. From beach cricket and snorkelling to whale watching and chilling, nothing is out of bounds!Harbourcat is the biggest of all the vessels boasting a sun shelter of 40 sqm, flat floor, seating for 44, trampoline, BBQ, dining for 36, 2x60hp engines, dance area, bar & fridge not to mention that it is also beachable!OUR MISSION STATEMENT: To give every passenger the greatest personal experience they’ve ever had on Sydney Harbour, with minimal environmental impact leaving them with the desire to return for more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Harbourcat?
Events at Harbourcat start from 580.00.
This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
What type of events can be hosted at Harbourcat?
The following types of events can be held at Harbourcat:
- 18th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Offsite
- Meeting
- Function
- Wedding
- Conference
- Bucks Night
- AGM
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- Christening
- End of Financial Year Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- Bar Mitzvah
- Christmas Party
- Corporate Function
- Engagement Party
- Hens Night
- Trivia Night
- Bat Mitzvah
- Ceremony
- Private Dining
- Networking Event
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Harbourcat is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Harbourcat is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Harbourcat is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.
Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Harbourcat?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Harbourcat:
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
- BYO Drinks
- Filtered Water
- External Catering
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Harbourcat?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Harbourcat and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you.
Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your:
- Event type
- Number of people attending
- Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible)
- Budget (per person or total)
- Room layout
- Food and beverage / catering requirements
- Any other requirements
Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Harbourcat to check:
1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times?
2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements?
This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible.
If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Harbourcat to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so).
VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Harbourcat if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
There are a number of ways you can get in contact:
1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST
2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen
3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page
The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.