With an independent marine valuer estimating the boat value circa $950k the owner is willing to consider offers affording buyers a great opportunity on the asset alone. Add a 2022 $291,146 owners profit and this is a fantastic opportunity at the right time for tourism on the Gold Coast.
Numerous options for buyers.
The Whale Watching business has come off a record year in 2022. 2023 season is fully prepared and ready for a new owner to take over immediately. You will have access to over 10,000 customers through the whale watching business to upsell other hospitality or tourism packages.
Gold Coast main tourism seasons of Summer and Easter are massive opportunities with the boat able to take up to 195 passengers in partially smooth water or up to 170 passengers in restricted offshore applications.
The ability to finance should be enhanced with potential security against the boat/asset itself. A buyer could offer on the Boat alone redeploy locally or elsewhere taking advantage of the capacity it offers for a variety of uses including other tourism concepts or transportation. It could also form an excellent platform for marine studies or other educational opportunities?
The owner is motivated to move on since their partners passing. There is a great team of staff already delivering 2023 should a buyer be looking to continue the 26 year heritage of quality Whale Watching tours.