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Sydney Harbour Boat Tours

Authentic, small-group experiences to parts of Sydney Harbour that no other boat operators go. Fast, luxury sports cruisers get up close to all the harbour's iconic sights and visit some of the most beautiful and lesser known bays and national park waterways. Their knowledgeable local captains make it a fun, insightful experience. All tours are small group or private luxury charters (up to 10).

Whale watching, nature cruises, seafood picnic lunches, bay-hopping, sightseeing. They've been in business since 2011, with over 500 five star reviews.

Recipient of 2022 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice winner, 2021 NSW Tourism Awards Finalist and 2020 THA Boat Tour of the Year.

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Sydney Harbour Hopper

Visit Sydney Harbour’s iconic destinations & discover its hidden gems.

New Year's Eve Cruises on Sydney Harbour

Cruises available for the family-friendly fireworks at 9pm PLUS the big show at midnight

Lunch & Dinner Cruises

Wine & dine with a view on Sydney Harbour with Journey Beyond Cruises Sydney!

Taronga Zoo Combo Passes

Entry to Taronga Zoo + 1 or 2 Day Sydney Harbour Hopper Pass

Big Bus Deluxe Ticket

48hr sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Deluxe Ticket + 1 Day Sydney Harbour Hopper

Private Charters & Transfers on Sydney Harbour

Your own private boat from $19 per person

Sydney Harbour Cruises

Embark on an unforgettable voyage with Fantasea Cruising, your gateway to the iconic waters of Sydney Harbour.

We offer a number of daily sightseeing cruises, ferries and hoppers where you can discover destinations across Sydney Harbour and beyond, direct access to attractions such as Taronga Zoo, as well as award-winning whale watching cruises, sunset voyages and much more.

Our special event cruises are a must-do activity in Sydney, from the dazzling spectacles of New Year’s Eve on the Harbour and VIVID Sydney, to the iconic Boxing Day regatta. We also offer private charters on Sydney Harbour tailored to your desires, from corporate gatherings to milestone celebrations.

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Sydney Sightseeing Cruise

Includes commentary developed in partnership with Tribal Warrior Aboriginal Corporation and the Australian Maritime Museum.

Sydney Harbour Hopper – 24 Hour Pass

Visit Sydney Harbour’s iconic destinations & discover its hidden gems: Manly, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Circular Quay and Darling Harbour.

Lunch & Dinner Cruises

Cruise & dine around the beautiful Sydney Harbour on an exclusive 78ft luxury cruiser operated by Journey Beyond Cruise Sydney. Seating just 80 people, this is the most stylish and unique way to experience one of the world’s most iconic destinations.

Taronga Zoo + Ferry Return Ticket

One of Sydney’s most famous attractions, Taronga Zoo is home to Australian native wildlife and rare and endangered exotic animals.

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Big Bus + 24 Hour Hopper Pass

Experience all the excitement of Australia’s famous harbour city aboard the Big Bus Sydney open-top, double- decker buses. Both the City Tour and Bondi & Bays Tour are included in one flexible 24hr sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Discover Ticket.

Taronga Zoo + 24 Hour Hopper Pass

Whale watching cruises.

Here at Fantasea Cruising, we have never met a person who doesn’t love whales! From our sales and management team to our friendly whale watching crew, Marine Biologists and our guests from near and far, we just can’t get enough of these awe-inspiring marine mammals! Join us for a cruise…

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Whale Watching 3hr Discovery Cruise

Sydney’s best whale watching cruise, combining high speed with 3 levels of viewing decks onboard custom built, large catamaran. Only 15min to the ocean from Circular Quay.

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2hr Express Cruise on Fantasea Avalon

Our quickest cruise for your convenience. Reach the open ocean in only 20min from Circular Quay. Watch whales in comfort from the seated sun deck, covered rear deck or air-conditioned internal saloon.

2.5hr Adventure Cruise

The 2.5hrs Adventure Cruise on Totally Wild is one of Sydney’s most thrilling high-speed whale watching experiences perfect for thrill seekers wanting an adrenaline rush.

My NRMA Members save up to 20% with Fantasea Cruising.

Private charters & transfers on sydney harbour from $19pp.

With a wide range of meticulously maintained vessels , menus of the highest quality, hand selected beverages and the friendliest crews on Sydney Harbour, you can be assured day or night that our cruises are the complete package with Sydney Harbour as the star.

Let us add a little FANTASEA to your next event, be it a birthday or celebration, corporate or private event, school excursion or social function, engagement, transfer or Christmas party, the Fantasea team will ensure that all you need to do is organise your guest list.

We acknowledge the land on which we gather, from places as widespread and diverse as the NRMA. In the presence of Elders past, present and future, we recognise all journeys and our mutual role in creating new paths together.

Rated "Excellent" by 200+ Travellers!

"It was an absolutely great whale watching experience. We saw a lot of humpback whales and dolphins. Beautiful day. Staffs were very friendly. The boat was large, comfy and clean. It was really enjoyable and I'll definitely come back. :)"

"Amazing view of the lights without the crowds. The boat was clean and comfortable and not over crowded. Lots of room to move about and get photos. All the staff were friendly and pointed out things of interest. Highly recommended!"

"We had a great morning with the Fantasea crew and saw a lot of humpback whales, really amazing experience. The staff was friendly and the facilities very good. We would definitely go again!"

"Great deal booked online and a really lovely 1 1/2 hrs cruising the harbour. We enjoyed the outdoor deck upstairs, but the inside area was just beautiful for those who preferred to be inside. Staff were lovely and overall experience was terrific. We were blessed with the weather... would highly recommend!"

Explore Sydney Harbour

All aboard for adventure in sydney harbour.

With Explore Sydney Harbour, you will have a truly unforgettable experience!

The Experience

Cast off on a harbour trip like no other! With YOU at the helm of one of our snazzy little red speedboats, you get right up close to those breath-taking icons – the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House. And that’s just for starters. Sydney Harbour is chock full of history, unique places and fascinating landscapes.

Experience them from a whole new perspective, with our trusty expert guide to lead the way. ABSOLUTELY NO EXPERIENCE OR LICENCE REQUIRED!

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Highlights Tour

A two-hour guided self-drive boat tour to the major highlights of Sydney Harbour.

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A three-hour guided self-drive boat tour to all the highlights of Sydney Harbour.

Follow the Leader

With Explore Sydney Harbour, you have a truly unforgettable experience. You don’t need to know anything about boating. You don’t need any permits.

All you need is a desire to have the time of your life! Our expert guide quickly has you driving your little red two-seater with aplomb. He leads the way. All you do is follow and enjoy the ride – and the views of Sydney!

Our unique red boats are custom-built and can carry two people in each. Their very special design means you see Sydney Harbour from a completely different perspective compared to larger sightseeing vessels. And because we head out in groups of only six people, you have a very personal trip.

Kayaking can be fun, but it’s not a patch on the fun of our speedboats, and nowhere near as fast! And while jetboats can have you round the harbour in a jiffy, even they don’t come close to our Sydney tours where YOU take the helm.

Feel the wind in your hair. Feel the spray on your face. Breathe the salt-tang air. Experience the difference!

Safety First

At Explore Sydney Harbour, we put safety first. So before you start your tour, you take part in a briefing about boat safety and operations. After you complete this training, you’re able to drive your own boat, following our guide for your breathtaking Sydney Harbour adventure.

Explore Sydney Harbour with us on a Tall Ship

Be a part of our next adventure, plan your next function on sydney harbour with us, experience popular events onboard a tall ship, read some useful information before you set sail, sydney harbour cruises with sydney tall ships.

Check out what tall ship experiences we have on offer.

THE UNIQUE HARBOUR CRUISE SYDNEY EXPERIENCE

Our most popular cruises, sydney harbour lunch cruise.

Enjoy a tasty buffet lunch out on the beautiful Sydney Harbour.

Afternoon Discovery Cruise

Enjoy a short tall ship cruise to see some of the famous landmarks like the Sydney Harbour Bridge and more!

SYDNEY HARBOUR DINNER CRUISE

Watch the sunset on Sydney Harbour sailing on a tall ship. See some Sydney landmarks like Fort Denison, Sydney Opera House and more.

Convicts, Castles & Champagne Tour

Join us for a unique tour of Sydney Harbour and historic Goat Island and get up close and personal with Sydney’s colourful convict past.

Adventure Pirate Ship Sydney Experience

Bring out your inner pirate on our next scheduled Pirate Experience with Sydney Harbour Tall Ships!

Sydney to Hobart Ocean Sailing 2025

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Whale & Sail – Whale watching Experience

Experience the thrill of real tall ship sailing.

SYDNEY TO HOBART BOXING DAY CRUISE

Experience the excitement of the lead up and start to the 78th Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race from the majestic Soren Larsen, Southern Swan or Coral Trekker tall ships.

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Customer Reviews

Wonderful, leisurely sail around sydney harbour.

A thoroughly enjoyable jaunt, and so quintessentially ‘Sydney’.Much more relaxed and easy going than expected, with great laughs and plenty of history with host Howard and Captain (?) Andy.A really great way to see all the sights of Sydney Harbour, including some very interesting buildings complete with informative commentary. We loved the friendly, nostalgic atmosphere on the ship.The mast climb was a highlight of our Sydney trip.

Awesome Sunset Cruise

What a great afternoon/evening. Keegan (the M.C.) was great as were the rest of the crew. Really friendly & helpful AND the “deck girls” – fearless. (climbing up the rigging & setting the sails) Sydney harbour was as always – magnificent. Food was great as were the people we met on board. The mast climb is an ABSOLUTE MUST and the views of Sydney Harbour from the Crows Nest are out of this world. Hardest part is getting the world to hold still whilst you try to take pictures up the mast. !!! Summary…. MUST DO.

Mast Climb Was Amazing!

Coming from Sydney I was not sure I would enjoy. How wrong can you be! It was great, Sydney turned on a gorgeous day and I would highly recommend the mast climb, it was a little hard work for us over 50’s but I got there in the finish.

A Must-do Experience

I have lived in Sydney all my life, but to see the city skyline at sunset & lit up at night from out in the harbour towards Watsons Bay was a new experience. It was fantastic, must-do experience!

Tall Ship Experience, Lunch Cruise

Vintage sailing on Sydney Harbour is quite indescribable. Not to be missed (or forgotten)! A great ship, great crew and great food made for an absolutely splendid sailing adventure.

Great Way to See Sydney Harbour!

I have lived in Sydney for over 36 years have never seen the harbour quite like this before. This is a magical experience whilst taking a step back in time. The crew were so friendly, the food was great and the view spectacular. I couldn’t think of a better way to spend an afternoon!

Great Day Out

What a fantastic day. Well organised, excellent food. Great helpful staff who really knew their stuff. I would recommend to anyone with a love of boats or anyone wanting a great way to see the Harbour.

Highly Recommended

I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone who is looking for an enjoyable & relaxing couple of hours on the Harbour. A wonderful experience to be aboard a Tall Ship with such fascinating history. This is a must do cruise!!

Best Way to See Sydney Harbour

The best way to see Sydney is from the Harbour. The boat and the sails were extra special; we even had the opportunity to climb up the Mast to get an extra special view of Sydney. The staff were professional, welcoming and encouraging. Spend the afternoon with the fun crew at Tall Ships and have a ball.

Thrilled with Every Moment

We chose the afternoon sailing cruise and were thrilled with every moment. Sydney looks its best from the deck of a real ship, with the breeze on your face and a cool drink in your hand. We had an absolutely splendid, entertaining and interesting sailing adventure, on a great ship with a great crew!

Unique Sydney Harbour Cruise

A spectacular and relaxing way to see Sydney from the harbour. Raise the sails, turn off the engine and float along whilst sipping a flute of bubbly, viewing Sydney in a truly unique way. Top marks to all!

Spectacular Sydney Harbour Cruise

What a wonderful combination of hospitality, food, bubbly, and a great experience on board! You can get involved in sailing the ship, or, like me, one can just kick back, be a champagne member of the crew and love spectacular Sydney Harbour from the deck of a beautiful Tall Ship.

Incredible Sydney Harbour Views

A step back in time on the most spectacular harbour. Incredible Sydney Harbour views with a very friendly crew. What a great experience on a well-cared for and much loved tall ship. Watching the sails rise was a highlight and it was lovely to be able to simply explore the ship at leisure.

Traditional Sydney Harbour Cruising

I admire these people for wanting to keep the tradition of these majestic sailing ships alive. The boat is beautiful, the food and wine superb and Sydney at sunset is striking.

Canapés Delicious

The great thing about this cruise is the charming crew, full of life and love for their job. The cruise is a step back in time, the wine and canapés delicious, the entertainment lovely. I could have gazed at the waves, the wind and the sails forever. If you love sailing, or being on the water this is an incredible way to experience Sydney Harbour.

Romantic All-Inclusive Night Out

Drinks and canapés were served in abundance as we motored out to Sydney Heads and the beautiful scenery passed us by. I would definitely do this again; it was a relaxing, romantic all-inclusive night out.

Great Experience – Highly Recommended

Great host in Andrew and Captain Andy and friendly crew. Great experience, much more interesting than your normal pre-recorded tour boats with no character. Book early as may be full and therefore unavailable on your stay in Sydney! Highly recommended. Kids 7 (boy)and 9 (girl) and both loved it.

New Year’s Eve Cruise on Coral Trekker

Dear Nice and all at Sydney Harbour Tall Ships, We want to thank you all for the most fantastic evening on board The Coral Trekker. Please pass on our thanks to the Captain ( Andrew ? ) and all his crew who made the evening so special . The food and the odd glass of Champagne were just right for the occasion. The main event and the reason for being on board The Coral Trekker — The Sydney Harbour New Years Eve Fireworks – Were way beyond our expectations and made all the more spectacular by the Captains ability to position his ship into the perfect viewing location. In our view the only way to see and enjoy the Sydney Harbour New Years Eve firework display is on board “ The Coral Trekker”. Well done everybody and wishing you all a HAPPY NEW YEAR and a Successful 2023.

Educational Experience on Sydney Harbour

I would just like to thank you for such a wonderful, entertaining and educational Experience. Our family had the most fantastic time. The food was great, the crowd was happy and the guides were so professional and informative! It was really a day to remember!

Keep Up The Good Work!

We thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon and have not stopped talking about the whole experience! From the time we boarded and were welcomed, nothing was too much trouble. Congratulations you are doing a great job of showing Sydney and part of our history to tourists and the locals!

Excellent Historical Tour on Sydney Harbour

Thanks for a most enjoyable and informative cruise of our harbour and Goat Island last Saturday. Our guide’s knowledge and presentation of the historical aspects behind our early history was first class. I would recommend it others and especially visitors to our city. WELL DONE Crew!

Great Day Out on Sydney Harbour

I thought this trip was excellent with all the activities available, when it is over you want more! An awesome day on the harbour.

I can’t say enough for this activity it was FANTASTIC! As well as laser clay shooting they ran mast climbing where two people could climb the mast of the sip and hang out in the wind. I cannot recommend this enough people, get out there and take a sail with the boys! Also get involved in the activities as well, really makes the trip.

Awesome Sydney Harbour Cruise

Fulfilled my ambition of going on a tall sail ship, a great way to do it! This is a must if you like old sail ships and it’s a great way to experience the harbour. The activities on this cruise are awesome!

The Ship is a Beauty

Sydney Tall Ships provided a great harbour experience for the Google crew… Our expectations were exceeded for sure. The mast climb was thrilling… And the ship is a beauty!

Real Professionalism

I just wanted to let you know how pleased I am with Tall Ships Cruises. Nothing was too small or too big for your staff and they managed all our tedious requests with a smile and real professionalism. I am glad to have come across your organization. Microsoft is grateful to have chosen Tall Ships in catering for our event. Thank you.

Loved the Southern Swan

We absolutely loved our time aboard the Southern Swan. Not only did it perfectly fit our theme (pirates, of course), but the crew went out of their way to really make sure we had a great time. Having done a few harbour cruises as part of team building and corporate exercises, this is definitely one that sticks out the most in my mind. The Mast Climb was exhilarating and we’ll definitely keep it in mind for future events. Thanks again to everyone at Sydney Tall Ships and until we sail arrrrrrrgain me mateys!

A Big Hit with our CEO

From the moment we contacted the team at Tall Ships we found the service to be professional, courteous and nothing was ever a problem. All our needs were accommodated for and the afternoon was a big hit with our CEO, MD and members of our Senior management team. I would highly recommend Tall Ships to anyone thinking of this type of event.

Enjoyable Time on the Water

Our staff had a lovely time out on the ship and quite a number of them climbed the mast as well. Despite slightly cold weather, it was really enjoyable time on the water. Many thanks to you and your team for making the last part of our conference so special.

Perfect way to enjoy Sydney Harbour

We took a 2.5h sunset cruise on the Soren Larsen for a large group from work.Sydney harbour is a real natural wonder and seeing it from a beautiful period boat was spectacular.The ship itself was wonderful (solid oak, real sails and rigging etc.) and had actually made the voyage from Denmark to Sydney. Plus, you could climb up it :-)The staff were knowledgable, entertaining and couldn’t have done more to look after us. Personally I really enjoyed learning about the history of the boat and it’s voyage around the world to reach Sydney.We also enjoyed food and drinks on board which were pretty varied and very good.Highlights of the trip were mast climbing, cruising back from shark island using wind power only and watching the sun go down to be replaced by the Vivid lights.Overall this was a great team event for us and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.

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Make lifetime memories on a tour with explore sydney harbour.

Get Ready. Get set. GO! You’re off and driving your zippy little red 2-seater speedboat on a tour of epic proportions! Book now! A tour that will take you up close to some of the best Sydney Harbour has to offer. Want to drive under the Harbour Bridge? No sooner said that done. Opera House? Of course! You’ll marvel at the soaring sails seen from your boat, as you follow your expert guide.

And that’s just for starters. Explore Sydney Harbour has carefully selected an array of spectacular – and surprising – places for you to see as you drive yourself and your passenger on one of our superlative tours. And you’ll see them from a whole new perspective that simply cannot be matched by big sight-seeing vessels.

Our tours start from Rose Bay boat ramp which you can easily reach by ferry, car, as well as by buses 323, 324, and 325. The F4 Cross Harbour Ferry gets you from Circular Quay to Rose Bay in 10 minutes. Alternatively, take an Uber from the CBD for approx. $20.

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• See everything from the Highlights Tour
• Experience Darling Harbour and the Australian Maritime Museum from a completely different perspective
• See the beaches of Athol Bay and Hermit Bay
• Enjoy close views of upscale residential areas in Mosman Bay, Lavender Bay and Double Bay
• Drive around Goat Island
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• Minimum age to rent is 18 years and minimum participant age is 10 years.
• Minimum age to drive the boat is 16 years.
• Maximum combined weight is 220 kg.
• Re-bookings must be done at least 48 hours in advance.

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Highlights Tour

Make lifetime memories on a tour with Speed Boat Adventure Boat Tours! Follow our knowledgeable and experienced guides for a very personal speedboat tour of Sydney Harbour.

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Explore Sydney Harbour on board a scheduled harbour tour or join us for a special event on the water. Ticketed cruises are ideal for solo travellers, couples, families and small groups.

Select from a range of vessel options suitable for various group sizes and different budgets. All vessels are of high quality and safety and in survey for commerical operations.

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Sydney Secrets Lunch Cruise

National Parks

Yacht Club Lunch

Eco Tourism

Our flagship half-day cruise guarantees an intimate and unforgettable afternoon exploring the unseen corners of Sydney Harbour aboard a luxury sports cruiser, with lunch at the CYCA, Sydney’s most prestigious private yacht club and host to the famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race. Visit local harbourside gems, famous landmarks and secluded national park waterways, home to Sydney’s resident penguin and seal colonies. Live commentary and 10 max.

4 hours departing 12:30pm

Cruise National Park coves - home to penguins & seals

Visit Sydney's premier Yacht club for lunch (included)

See our City icons, and waterfront mansions

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$385  Adult $385 Children (4 – 12)

Lunch details

Lunch and a beverage are included. There is an extensive choice to suit a range preferences and dietary requirements.

12:30 pm – 16:30 pm

Mon to Sun – October 1st to April 30th Tues, Thurs, Sat – May 1st to Sept 30th Exclusion dates apply

Departure & Return

Campbells Cove, Circular Quay West. 

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Maximum Group Size

10 passengers. 

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Attire: It can get a little colder on the water and the boat is open-style for the best viewing, so bring a light jacket.

Comfortable shoes:  No heels. Please wear soft soles.

Our 11-meter state-of-the-art Axopar sports cruisers with 600 horsepower twin outboards, bring a touch of the Italian Riviera to Sydney and reach places no other tours can go. Designed for small group cruising of up to 10 passengers, the comfortable cabin with dining table & retractable sunroof provides shade and rain protection, as well 360 degree viewing for maximum photo opportunities. There is under-seat storage and a cabin toilet. Find out more about your boat here .

A Perfect Sydney Harbour Experience

This locally curated tour covers almost everything you need to see and do in Sydney, all in one afternoon! See our world-famous landmarks, experience our lively modern food culture, learn about our indigenous and maritime history and explore beautiful national parks. Enjoy an adventurous afternoon discovering Sydney’s favourite harbourside hotspots, as well as lesser-known local hideaways.

See the city’s famous icons ‘up close’ from the water whilst listening to interesting cultural and historical insights from our local guide. After stopping right in front of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge for photos we head to Sydney’s premier private local yacht club, the CYCA for lunch. Afterwards we cruise past waterfront mansions of the ‘rich and famous’ and national parks, you may be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a resident penguin, seal or dolphin.

On This Tour, You’ll See...

• Watsons Bay and The Gap
• Sydney Harbour Bridge
• Sydney Opera House
• Sydney Harbour National Park
• Australia’s Premier Yacht Club
• Double Bay & Rose Bay
• Garden Island Naval Base
• Shark Island
• Fort Denison
• Kirribilli House
• Point Piper Waterfront Mansions

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Passion NYE 24/25 Boat Cruise

Get ready to welcome the New Year aboard Passion!

Join us for an unforgettable NYE cruise on Passion, a luxury catamaran perfectly suited for Sydney Harbour. With room for up to 43 guests, there’s plenty of space to relax at the bow or indoors, making it the ideal setting for a fun and intimate celebration.

You’ll set sail from Rose Bay in the Eastern Suburbs at 6:00pm, cruising the harbour while you enjoy great vibes, onboard entertainment, and the company of fellow NYE revellers. Bring your favourite drinks to toast to the New Year, and enjoy a complimentary BBQ meal. The night builds up to the spectacular 9 pm and midnight fireworks before returning to Rose Bay at around 1:00am.

Whether you’re celebrating with loved ones or making new friends, Passion offers a unique and personal way to ring in 2024. Don’t miss out—book now!

Price: $899 per adult (Maximum 43 guests)

Passion NYE Cruise Inclusions

• All BYO fees and boat hire charges
• Experienced staff and captain
• Gourmet Aussie BBQ dinner

Passion NYE Pick Up and Drop Off Details

• Pick up at Rose Bay at 6:00pm
• Drop off at Rose Bay at 01:00am

Book your NYE Cruise on Passion

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Experience the adventure of a lifetime on our Speed Boat Adventure Tour®. Navigate and captain your own red speedboat for the entirety of the tour while following our trained and knowledgeable guides to experience the best of both worlds - the THRILL of driving your own speedboat, and the safety of having a skilled guide leading you around Sydney Harbour. See The Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and more. See them from a whole new perspective that simply cannot be matched by big sight-seeing vessels. Before the start of the tour each guest will participate in a boat safety and operations briefing. Once training is completed you will be able to operate your own boat as you follow your guide through Sydney Harbour. No license or boating experience is required.

Ticket Options

4 Options Available

3:15 Departure- Single Boat: $207.75

3:15 Departure - Single Boat: 2-hour self-drive speed boat tour. Select this option if you are solo want a private boat. The tour will depart at 3:15pm.

3:15pm Departure - Double Boat: $207.75

2-hour self-drive speed boat tour. Select this option for 2 passengers in the same boat. Tour will depart at 3:15pm.

1:00PM Departure- Double Boat: $207.75

2-hour self-drive speed boat tour. Select this option for 2 passengers in the same boat. Tour will depart at 1:00pm.

1:00PM Departure- Single Boat: $207.75

2-hour self-drive speed boat tour. Select this option if you are solo want a private boat. The tour will depart at 1:00pm

Ticket Information

• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

What's Included

• Life Jacket
• Instruction covering boating basics
• Your own mini red speedboat

What's not Included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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