Maroochydore, Australia
Verified boat
Verified partner- 17 ft (5 m)
- 8 guests
Guests say this boat is great for
- Coastal toursSightseeing along the shoreline
- Sunset cruisesPerfect light for golden-hour trips
- CelebrationsBirthdays, parties and special days
- Family daysCalm routes and safe swimming stops
About this boat
Experience the charm of the Great Pelican, a meticulously designed 16-foot wooden and fiberglass pram by William H. Short (1962). This authentic vessel, originally built for budget-friendly family sailing and gunkholing, offers a spacious cockpit and versatile cabin configurations including standard, cuddy, or flush deck.
While some listings may misidentify this boat as a 'Pelican Medium' with 8-person capacity, verified data confirms the Great Pelican is a 16-foot craft designed to comfortably sleep 2 guests. Its pram bow maximizes interior volume, providing ample room for gear and supplies despite its compact trailer-sailer size.
Key Features of the Great Pelican
- Length: 16 feet LOA (optional bowsprit to 18 feet)
- Capacity: 2 guests for comfortable overnight cruising
- Builder: Designed by William H. Short
- Year: 1962
- Cabin Options: Standard, cuddy, flush deck, or open cockpit
- Best For: Weekend cruising, gunkholing, and family sailing on a budget
The Great Pelican is widely considered the 'Goldilocks' of the Pelican range, offering enough room for two adults to cruise for a weekend without requiring a massive tow vehicle.
Specs
- Type
- Boat
- Length
- 17 ft (5 m)
- Capacity
- 8 guests
Trip options
Prices by duration. Final price depends on date and season.
Per hour
1 hour
US$70
ClubUS$67with Club Card
Half day
1 day
US$245
ClubUS$233with Club Card
Most booked
Day charter
1 day
US$350
ClubUS$333with Club Card
Week charter
7 days
US$2,100
ClubUS$1,995with Club Card
Club Card members pay 5% less on every charter. Learn more
What's included
- Captain and crew on captained charters
- Standard safety gear and insurance
- Taxes and port fees at the home marina
- Final cleaning
Not included
- iFood and alcohol (can be arranged on request)
- iMarina fees outside the home marina
- iFuel for long custom routes unless stated in the offer
- iGratuity for the crew
Exact inclusions are confirmed in your offer before you pay.
Equipment onboard
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- WiFi
Equipment
- Autopilot
- GPS
Safety equipment
- Life jackets for all guests
- First aid kit
- VHF radio & GPS
- Fire extinguishers
- Lifebuoy and flares
Onboard rules
- ✓No smoking inside cabins
- ✓Shoes off on deck
- ✓Pets allowed on request
- ✓Music until 22:00
Departure location
Marina
Maroochydore, Australia
Pontoon and slip number are shared after your booking is confirmed.
Conditions
APA (running costs)
30% of the charter fee
Boat licence
Not required on captained charters
Minimum renter age
21+
FAQ
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