Get outdoors. Get on the water. Get living.
WA's only purpose-built, fully wheelchair accessible
charter vessel is waiting for you.
What is the Water Confidance Program?
It's Perth's first wheelchair accessible, in-person, on-water graduated education program that introduces people with disability to recreational fishing and boating, building the practical skills, knowledge and confidence to take part safely and independently.
Delivered on our custom-built wheelchair accessible charter boat from our berth at Hillary's Marina,
Now everyone is able to have Fun, achieve their goals, and enjoy Perth's beautiful coastline, learning all the practical skills to feel safe and build confidence on the water.
Beginning with First Tide
Participants join the Captain on board while the boat remains safely tied up at the pen, giving participants a comfortable, low-pressure introduction to the boat before they ever leave the marina.
You'll learn a variety of different boating and fishing skills that help build the confidence to take the next step and achieve your goals .
From First Tide to First Ride
Having built your skills and confidence at the pen, you'll now board the boat and set sail for your first 90-minute trip out of the marina, Fishing rods and rigs in hand.
Staying close to shore around Hillary’s Boat Harbour, put the skills you've learnt into practice and discover the joy of fishing!
Now you've got your sea legs; the ocean is your Oyster.
Choose your next adventure from the other Graduating Charters on offer.
The Water Confidence Pathway
Lines & Laughter
4h
$319 PP | $1,435Full Boat
Cray Country
4h
$319 PP | $1,435Full Boat
Crays & Bays
6h
$429 PP | $1,930 Full Boat
Deep Sea Adventures
8h
$539 PP | $2,425 Full Boat
NDIS FINDING
The Water Confidence Program
A full ICP quote — including support worker costs — is provided to your plan manager within 2 business days.
Innovative Community Participation (ICP)
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No price cap. First Tide is delivered as part of the Water Confidence Program — our purpose-built ICP pathway.
A single, fully inclusive quote covers everything you'll need to access the program
Community Social & Recreational Activities
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Charter ticket/session fee where participation is disability- related and goal-aligned.
Private / Self-funded
No NDIS plan required. Book directly online or by phone.
Why Participants LOVE IT
• A safe, supported way to try something completely new
• Real hands-on skills you can keep building on
• A relaxed, social morning out in the fresh air
• The first step toward bigger adventures — fishing trips,
Rottnest, and beyond
Live Life. Have Fun. Get Out There.
There's nothing quite like the feeling of fresh sea air, sunshine on the water, and trying something new.
First Tide is all about adventure, connection, and confidence — proving that life on the water is for everyone.