Monkey Business
From $473 per hour • Up to 34 guests • 12m • Noosa Cat • Catamaran • 1 bathroom • Sydney Harbour , New South Wales , Australia
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Captain and crew included
Captain and crew provided by the boat.
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Excellent service
Previous guests said the service on this boat exceeded their expectations.
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Best price guarantee
Prices shown are set by the boat owner.
Monkey Business is a 12-metre Noosa Cat 4400, the same family as Cheeky Monkey with a little more polish. She’s open-plan and stable, made for parties and family days alike, with a tropical fit-out and fairy lights to set the mood. Up front, a larger forward cabin has a lounge, galley and bathroom with hot and cold water. Full sun cover, rainproof clears around the aft deck and a hot deck shower keep the fun going in more weather than you’d expect. The amplified PA is DJ-ready with Bluetooth, and a BBQ and eskies sit on the rear deck. She comfortably fits 34 guests, in-shore or offshore, and is equally at home on harbour transfers. Your captain and crew handle the details, so you just turn up and enjoy the harbour.
Good to know: Charters run 4 to 6 hours, any time between 9am and 1am, all year round.
What guests say ★ 4.9 from 55 Google reviews
"The boat Monkey Business is perfect and provides lots of shade. 10/10 would recommend." – Elle, Google
"Celebrated my birthday on Monkey Business, and my friends and I had the best time!" – Candice, Google
"The crew were so lovely and assisted promptly with each request, the BBQ on board was fantastic…" – Rachel, New Year’s Eve, Google
Why choose Sea Monkey Sailing
Built for a Full Summer Setup
Step onboard and you’re somewhere tropical. Monkey Business is fitted out for a full day on the water, with a tropical fit-out, fairy lights, and a forward cabin with its own lounge, galley and bathroom. Add the BBQ and eskies on the rear deck, and it’s the kind of space that makes guests want to stay all afternoon.
Sound That Gets the Party Moving
The nightclub-grade amplified PA is DJ-ready with Bluetooth. Plug in your playlist or bring your DJ decks at no extra charge, and the whole harbour can hear the party.
Water Toys for the Whole Group
Head off the back onto the 6-metre Lilypad floating platform, or grab the stand-up paddleboard for a few quiet laps of the harbour. It’s the perfect break between dancing and drinks.
Crew That Looks After You
Our crew are there to make the day effortless, from the moment you board to the last wave goodbye. They know the harbour, they know how to host, and they’re there to keep your group safe and happy.
Ready for Sydney’s Weather
Sydney summers can change fast, so we plan every charter around it. Our boats are prepared for changing conditions, and we’ll keep you informed if anything affects your booking.
Bigger groups, bigger party. For larger celebrations, Monkey Business can be booked alongside our other boats. Ask us about combined charters.
Highlights
DJ-ready at no extra charge: bring your decks, we supply the amplified PA
6m Bullfrog Lilypad and stand-up paddleboard included
Forward cabin with lounge, galley and bathroom (hot and cold water)
All-weather: full sun cover, rainproof clears and a hot deck shower
BBQ, eskies and swim platform on the aft deck
Stable 12m Noosa Cat for up to 34 guests, in-shore or offshore
Captain and crew included
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Amenities
- Lifejackets
- Toilet
- Sound system
- Indoor area
- Swimming allowed
- Refrigeration or eskies
- BBQ
What's included on Monkey Business
Nightclub amplified PA with Bluetooth
6m Bullfrog Lilypad
Stand-up paddleboard
Forward cabin with lounge and galley
Bathroom with hot and cold water
Hot deck shower
Full sun cover and rainproof clears
Tropical fit-out with fairy lights
BBQ and eskies
Cups, plates and cutlery
What's not included on Monkey Business
Wharf fee: A$50 each way (A$100 per charter)
BYO: A$150
Catering: from the Sea Monkey menu (20% surcharge on public holidays)
Ice: bring your own (4–6 bags)
Upgrades: air lounger A$150, early boarding A$100 (45 min) or A$125 (1 hr), Manly pickup A$150
Available Add-ons and Packages
Food
- Antipasto & Nibbles (add to any menu) (AUD $10.50 per per person)
- BBQ Chicken Lunch - Chargrill Charlies BBQ chickens, Fresh Bread Rolls & delicious Salads. (AUD $36.75 per per person)
- BYO Food & Drinks - BYO fee for food and drinks, applies to all charters. (AUD $157.50 per per charter)
- DIY Burgers - Burgers cooked on the BBQ, bread rolls and all the classic toppings to construct your own burger. (Vegetarian burgers available on request) (AUD $42.00 per per person)
- DIY Chicken Souvlaki Kit - Chicken souvlaki skewers cooked on the BBQ, flat breads, Greek salad, hummus, tzatziki! (AUD $42.00 per per person)
- Gourmet BBQ - Gourmet BBQ consisting of Sausages, Fresh Bread Rolls & a variety of delicious salads. (Vegetarian burgers available on request) (AUD $36.75 per per person)
- Gourmet Christmas Party Menu - Gourmet Christmas party menu with antipasto platters, baked whole Tasmanian salmon with quinoa, green peas and feta crust (GF), whole roasted Italian-seasoned rolled pork belly (GF), pumpkin and goat's cheese quiche, a variety of salads and fresh bread rolls. (AUD $73.50 per per person)
- The Classic Sausage Sizzle - Sometimes simple is the best. Snags, onions, bread rolls & sauces. Perfect for a day on the water. (Vegetarian sausages available on request) (AUD $23.10 per per person)
Entertainment
- Bring Your Own DJ (No Charge) - Our boats are DJ ready with nightclub-quality speakers. DJs only need to bring their decks - no speakers or generators required. (AUD $0.00 per charter)
Watersports
- Air Lounger - Inflatable air lounger for relaxing on the water during swim stops. Optional upgrade. (AUD $157.50 per lounger)
Additional Services
- Manly Pickup - Pickup from Manly. Additional charge applies. (AUD $157.50 per charter)
- Pre-access (1 hour) - Board 1 hour before your charter starts to set up decorations, food and drinks. (AUD $131.25 per charter)
- Pre-access (45 minutes) - Board 45 minutes before your charter starts to set up decorations, food and drinks. (AUD $105.00 per charter)
Packages
Other options
Includes:
- Mini sausage rolls or party pies with old fashioned tomato sauce (20 pieces)
- Mini Vegetarian Frittata fingers with Caramelised Onion (30 pieces)
- Tasmanian Smoked Salmon & Cucumber Canapes (30 canapes)
- Cheese Box
- Seasonal fruit salad box
- Sushi Party Tray (Large)
- Sushi Party Tray (Medium)
- Sushi Party Tray (Small)
These add-ons and packages can be selected during the booking process.
Pick Up and Drop Off Points
What you should bring to Monkey Business
Swimmers and towels if you plan to swim
Hats and sunscreen
Sensible shoes, or none at all. Shoes are fine on board, but bare feet are best on a boat.
Your playlists: connect by Bluetooth and play your own music
Food: if you're bringing alcohol, you must also bring a substantial meal, not just nibbles, to meet our RSA requirements
Ice: 4–6 bags for the eskies
Bottled water if you like (tap water is available on board)
Already on board: cups, plates and cutlery, a BBQ, and eskies for your drinks.
Boat-specific Terms & Conditions
All charters are a minimum of 4 hours.
Prices are for a maximum of 34 guests.
A $100 wharf booking fee and a $150 BYO fee apply to all charters.
Off-peak (March–October): Sunday–Friday $450/hour (up to 10 guests), $530/hour (11–20 guests), $600/hour (21+ guests); Saturday $650/hour.
Peak (November–February): Sunday–Friday $490/hour (up to 10 guests), $570/hour (11–20 guests), $650/hour (21+ guests); Saturday $700/hour.
Public holidays (including Boxing Day, New Year's Day and Australia Day): $840/hour plus BYO and wharf fees.
Christmas Day: contact us for a quote and availability.
New Year's Eve: 7-hour BYO charter from 6pm–1am for up to 30 guests.
Public holidays: catering incurs a 20% additional charge.
Substantial food must be brought on board when alcohol is consumed (RSA).
Cancellation Policy
The Floatspace cancellation policy can be found here. Please familiarise yourself with these terms prior to confirming your booking.
Please note that bookings will proceed in rainy or windy weather, unless the conditions are deemed unsafe for boating by the captain of your vessel.
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