Best Charter Boat Business on the Tweed River - Multiple Boats

Price SOLD
Brand Norman Wright
Model Timber Monohull Ferry + Pontoon Boat plus Business
Length 18.02 Meters
Year 1971
Category Charter Boats
Hull Type Timber
Hull Style Other
Power Type Power
Engine Make Iveco - KWP 162
Engine Type
Condition Used
State New South Wales
Suburb TWEED HEADS
Registration Number CoS: 77559-002
Exit strategy Turnkey and ready for handover
Bookings All forward bookings included
Usage Commercial/Charter Boat
Availability Immediate
Vessel Name Golden Swan, VIP 1

Tweed Eco Cruises – Iconic Tourism Business for Sale

An outstanding opportunity to purchase an award-winning and long-established marine tourism business on the beautiful Tweed River.

Tweed Eco Cruises has been operating for over 25 years, holding a strong reputation as one of the region’s premier cruising experiences. With a loyal customer base, a raft of eco-tourism awards, and a fleet in excellent condition, this is a ready-made operation with huge growth potential.

Entire Business as a Going Concern

  • Golden Swan – 70-passenger charter vessel, recently refurbished (March 2025) with new full-cover commercial sunshade roof with festoon lights, custom top-deck lounge and seating area.  Brand-new Zenith 9kva generator. Portsisde sister ribs replaced.  New fridge motor for coolroom downstairs.  New grey water regulations passed with Service NSW.  She also has a licenced bar.

  • VIP BBQ Boat – 35-passenger vessel with current berth at Tweed Marina.

  • Self-Drive BBQ Boat – 8-passenger vessel, fitted with new Yamaha 25hp outboard (2024).

  • Marina Assets – 3 berths. One for Golden Swan, One for VIP 1 and 1 x 18m berth for additional vessel, plus floating storage shed and onsite office.

  • Operational Infrastructure – 4-year marina lease (with first option to extend), office lease at Tweed Marina.

  • Reputation & Branding – Website, social media, forward bookings, and NSW Eco Accreditation.

  • Awards – NSW State Award Winner for Eco Tourism 3 years in a row (2021, 2022, 2023).

  • Staffing – Option to retain experienced crew or run with family/business partner.

  • Boats have never been out of survey.

This is a rare chance to secure a highly respected, profitable, and turnkey tourism business in a stunning coastal location. Ideal for operators looking to expand their portfolio or lifestyle buyers seeking a business with heart, heritage, and lifestyle rewards.

Please don't hesitate to contact Cath at CB Yacht Sales on 0402 135 442