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Tourism Business - Multiple vessels, office, slipway and so much more

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Price $1,799,000
Brand Other
Model Paddlewheeler, Catamaran, Tender, Floating Office Pontoon, Slipway and more
Length 19.96 Meters
Year 2025
Category Commerical
Hull Type Aluminium
Hull Style Multi
Power Type Power
Engine Make
Engine Type
Condition Used
State New South Wales
Suburb PENRITH
Registration Number CoS-72546-003
Exit strategy After many successful years building this well-known brand, the current owner is ready to pursue a new chapter. This presents an exceptional opportunity for a new owner to take the reins of a fully operational, reputable waterfront business with all systems, assets, and goodwill in place.
Bookings Two fully surveyed, liquor-licensed commercial vessels designed for events of all sizes. Over $400,000 in forward bookings ensuring ongoing revenue. Well-known and trusted brand with a loyal customer base. Located in a high-growth lifestyle and tourism region (Western Sydney). Turnkey operation with systems, staff, and infrastructure in place. Expansion potential across weddings, dining experiences, and corporate hospitality.
Usage Tourism, Hospitality, Events,
Ongoing description Primary Revenue Streams: Private charters & event bookings. Onboard bar & hospitality services. Seasonal tourism experiences and public cruises. Business Structure: Fully turnkey operation with digital systems, booking calendar, client database, and marketing assets in place. Operational Assets: 3 surveyed vessels, floating office, private slipway, storage, workshop, all plant & equipment included. Staffing: Can be run owner-operated or under management, with trained casual crew and bar staff available. Financial Performance: Consistent annual turnover with repeat bookings and strong word-of-mouth referrals. Low overheads relative to turnover due to in-place infrastructure Growth Potential: Opportunity to scale through online booking platforms, strategic partnerships, and event/venue hire.
Availability Immediate
Vessel Name 'Nepean Belle' , MV Platypus II (River Boat Bar), Tender Platypus II

Step aboard a truly unique opportunity to own an extremely well-established river based business set on the picturesque Nepean River in Penrith. Centered around the iconic Nepean Belle Paddlewheeler, and MV Penrith Platypus commonly known as The River Boat Bar, this thriving operation is being offered as a complete, turn-key package — perfect for entrepreneurs, lifestyle seekers, marine operators or tourism investors.

Some of the Inclusions:

  • Over $400,000 in forward bookings to date.
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  • The iconic 'Nepean Belle' Paddlewheeler: 19.96m (L) Aluminium Wakeling Custom Built.
  • 1E AMSA Survey.  178 pax + 2 crew.  Nanni Diesel Engines. 
  • The vibrant River Boat Bar: 21.90m (L) Aluminium Catamaran.
  • 1E AMSA Survey. 160 pax + 3 crew. 2 x 115hp Honda outboards. 
  • Both vessels have liquor licences, generators, air conditioning, fully operation bars. They are designed and set up for events of all types and sizes, along with a Cruise Schedule for online bookings, depending on the time of year including Lunch Cruises, River Cruises, Mystic Cruises, Winter Warmer Scenic Adventure Cruises and so much more. 
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  • MV Platypus Tender: 8.60m (L) Aluminium Wakeling Custom Built.
  • Certified to carry 18 pax. 2 x 75hp Honda outboards.
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  • Floating office, and private slipway
  • Cold and dry storage facilities along with a dedicated fully equipped workshop
  • All digital assets, including domain names, website, client database, marketing material and so much more.

The business is being sold as a complete turnkey operation - everything is in place for a seamless takeover.

The financials speak for themselves.  At this advertised price you'd expect to pay alot more.

Whether you are looking to expand a tourism enterprise, continue to grow a luxury river event space, or simply enjoy a working lifestyle on the water, this is a golden opportunity.

This long-standing, locally beloved business of over 40 years in operation, is more than just a charter business.  It’s a complete waterfront enterprise with diverse income streams, high-profile branding, and an unmatched lifestyle appeal.

I encourage you to come and take a look.  

Phone Cath at CB Yacht Sales on m: 0402 135 442 for more information.

 

Contact

Name : Cath Bennett
Phone : +61 402 135 442
Email : cath@cbyachtsales.com

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