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Please note - we do not have any availability for weekend private events until February 2025

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Bespoke Gatherings

The Paddle Steamer Waimarie is a truly unique venue for your function, be it a birthday, wedding, Christmas cruise or any special occasion. The Paddle Steamer Waimarie is New Zealand's last authentic coal-fired paddle steamer in operation, waiting to delight your guests on your private charter cruise. Our team can work with you to create a special event or gathering to suit your needs, from a corporate team-building trip to a cocktail event that whooo's your clients.

To Book a Private Charter or small special event

 

 

Paddle Steamer Waimarie 

We are a fully functioning Licensed venue that can cater to your needs along side our catering partners to make your event memorable. 

Please note that BYO food and alcohol is not permitted on any of our sailings

Inclusions:

  • Passenger capacity of 90
  • Two-hour private cruise
  • Bookings available October to May
  • Licensed bar with Eftpos
  • Use of the onboard surround sound system

 

Additional Inclusions:

Please note: These options are subject to availability and are an additional cost - call our team to inquire.

  • Onboard Gin Tasting with Papaiti Gin
  • Upokongaro Stopover
  • Onboard live entertainment
  • Onboard vodka and liqueur tasting with Good Bones Distilling

 

Price:

  • $2200.00 minimum for two hours, contact us for cruises over two hours
  • A deposit of $800.00 is required to confirm your booking
  • T&Cs apply - Contact us for more detail

 

Menu:

  • Buffet Menu option ONE or option TWO
  • Pick n Mix lunch menu Click HERE
  • Lunch bags Click HERE
  • Talk to us about our finger food and antipasto platter options.

 

If the above is what you are thinking, get in touch, let's see what we can do...

 

We can Tailor your onboard function to suit your needs and help ensure your guest has a experience to remember.

  From: 

  • Weddings
  • Product Launch
  • Community event
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Small conference
  • Corporate entertaining
  • Christmas Function
  • Reunion's
  • Educational Trips
  • Concerts

Riverboat Centre & Museum

The Riverboat Centre and Museum is a perfect venue for your small event, offering a unique setting right by the Whanganui River. 

The Pro's:

  • Guest capacity 50 (we can cater to more so chat to us)
  • Hirable for upto 8 hours
  • Year-round bookings
  • One of the best views in town
  • Use of in-house sound system and mic
  • Glass and serve ware
  • Onsight kitchen facilities

 

Additional Inclusions 

  • Bar services
  • Gin tasting with Papaiti Gin
  • Vodka and liqueur tasting with Good Bones Distilling
  • Live entertainment
  • Event Planning services - We can take care of as much or as little as you need.
  • Coffee bar services

 

Price: 

  • $350 for up to 3 hours and $100 per hour there after

Weddings 

We can cater to your wedding either with a personalised cruise upriver for a hidden ceremony or hosting you and yours for your after-ceremony function.

If you are getting married and looking for a inclusive deal, lets chat! we can take the lead and take care of the details so you can enjoy the lead up to your special day, stress free.

The Riverboat Centre and museum is the perfect venue for

  • Private celebrations - Birthdays, anniversaries and small family gatherings
  • Corporate events - Team building activities, workshops,
  • Micro Weddings
  • Art and culture events - small exhibitions, book launches
  • Special interest groups
  • Social functions - small cocktail parties, wine and gin tasting events or themed nights

The Riverboat Centre and museum is the perfect venue for

  • Private celebrations - Birthdays, anniversaries and small family gatherings
  • Corporate events - Team building activities, workshops,
  • Micro Weddings
  • Art and culture events - small exhibitions, book launches
  • Special interest groups
  • Social functions - small cocktail parties, wine and gin tasting events or themed nights

You can have your special day from as little as $2200