Top Sydney Water Tours

Sit back, relax, and let a skipper take the wheel while you and your party relax on board a private sunset sightseeing cruise. You aren’t subjected to the crowds of typical group tours—instead, you sip Australian champagne in private as you watch the water roll by as your skipper sets sail for the Sydney Harbour sunset.

Cruise through Sydney Harbour in style on board a spacious flagship vessel that departs from Circular Quay and King Street Wharf. Glide by the floodlit Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House, among other landmarks. Sit down for a 4-course dinner with an array of international dishes including fresh seafood. Enjoy the views from your table or the viewing deck, with live music playing on the weekends.

Experience a close encounter with humpback whales—without having to leave the city—on this thrilling speedboat tour from Sydney. Hop on board the city’s fastest commercial ship and set off across Sydney Harbour, past landmarks such as Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House. Head out into the Tasman Sea, where you have the chance to spot whales swimming and playing in their natural habitat.

Cruise the ocean waters to look for humpback and southern right whales as they migrate between Antarctica and the Great Barrier Reef. Your whale-watching experience starts from Sydney Harbour and heads to the open ocean on a custom-built catamaran with large viewing windows and spacious decks that provide excellent sightlines. Often, dolphins, seabirds, and other marine animals make an appearance during the whale-watching tour, which lasts a couple of hours.

Capture the magic of your Sydney vacation on a private sunset photography tour. Work together with your photographer guide to create an itinerary that suits your interests. Possible shooting locations include The Rocks, Observatory Hill, Mrs. Macquarie's Chair, and Dawes Point Park. Along the way, receive professional advice on how to improve your photo-taking skills and enjoy a 30-minute harbor cruise to capture photos from the water.

Spend a memorable Christmas Day in Sydney on board a cruise on the harbor. Enjoy a buffet with seafood, roast meats, salads, and desserts. Dance to Christmas music while admiring great views of the harbor. The cruise makes a good gift, and is a fun way to spend the day with travel companions or friends and relatives.

Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion with family or friends, or simply want a relaxing cruise around Sydney Harbour, this private charter has you covered. The spacious sailing catamaran can accommodate up to 30 passengers and comes equipped with amenities plus a skipper and deckhand. So food can be cooked fresh by our crew with an additional fee, and pickup/drop-off points across the harbor make this 3- or 4-hour getaway convenient.

Watch Sydney wake up from the water on this small-group sunrise kayak tour (max five tandem kayaks, ten guests). Your guide, a former Navy serviceman, launches from sheltered Lavender Bay so conditions are calm and beginner-friendly from the first stroke. Paddle past Luna Park, glide beneath the Harbour Bridge, and take in the Opera House as golden light fills the skyline. Hear insider stories about Garden Island Naval Base, a restricted-access landmark most visitors never learn about. The pace is relaxed, the route avoids ferry lanes, and your guide captures complimentary high-res photos and videos so you can stay in the moment. All gear is provided — kayak, paddle, and fitted lifejacket — plus a quick safety briefing before you set off. Whether you're a couple, a family, a solo adventurer, or friends ticking off a bucket-list experience, this is the most personal way to see Sydney's iconic harbour landmarks at sunrise.

With a photographer on board plus a licensed bar, live jazz, and a delicious lunch, this Easter cruise on Sydney Harbour is comprehensive. Savor seafood and a carvery buffet along with fresh salads and breads during a relaxing afternoon. Enjoy splendid harbor views from the outdoor deck and celebrate the occasion with chocolate eggs and hot cross buns.

Start your day in the most spectacular way possible on our Middle Harbour SUNRISER Sea Kayak Tour—a guided sunrise experience that reveals Sydney at its calmest and most beautiful. Paddling in the protected waters of Middle Harbour, a stunning offshoot of Sydney Harbour, this tour explores a variety of scenic locations depending on the conditions. We launch just before sunrise and glide across glassy water as the sun rises over Sydney Heads, bathing the harbour in golden light. We may paddle toward Grotto Point Lighthouse, slip into the peaceful coves of Chinaman’s Beach or Cobblers Beach, or cruise across to Balmoral. Wildlife sightings are common, and the early morning stillness makes this a truly special experience. We pause at a beautiful shoreline spot to enjoy a hot coffee and a light breakfast, including fresh fruit and juice. We use premium double sea kayaks—lightweight, stable, & smooth—perfect for relaxed touring. We are a proud members of the Tourism NSW Hall of Fame.

See Sydney highlights from the water on this Private scenic harbor cruise. Over the course of the morning, cruise from The Rocks past landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge. Travel to a sheltered cove or beach inside the National Park where there is time to enjoy a swim or a moment of calm serenity.

Sail around North Sydney’s Pittwater on a private skippered yacht—and leave the logistics and navigation to the experienced crew. Depart Palm Beach Ferry Wharf and sail across Pittwater, with stops at Portuguese Beach for swimming (beach towels provided) and Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Enjoy a platter of your choice for lunch at Basin Campground and learn sailing tips and techniques if you want.

See some of Sydney’s most beautiful beaches and learn about the city’s Aboriginal history on this small-group Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai Chase national park shore excursion. Ideal for visitors who want to squeeze lots of sightseeing into one day, you’ll also have the chance to take a ferry trip to Circular Quay (at own cost) and check out the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Opera House before returning to the cruise terminal.

See Sydney’s Northern Beaches on a private, full-day tour focused on beaches, bushland, lagoons, and local life. A driver/guide shares local insights as you look for wallabies, brush turkeys, pelicans, lizards, and other native birdlife. A short boat trip reaches an area where wallabies and other animals live, while vantage points may offer views of migrating humpback whales from June to mid-July and September to mid-November.

Catching views of Sydney Harbour at sunset requires careful timing and planning. This private sunset cruise secures your preferred date and places you aboard a personal vessel with a skipper handling the route. Cruise the harbour as the light changes across the skyline, taking in views of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, and the surrounding waterfronts. Australian sparkling wine and a gourmet cheese platter are included for a truly luxurious experience.

Experience Australia day in its full glory with this Sydney Harbor tour including lunch and a Ferrython cruise. Take in the ferry race and the parade of boats, from tall ships to tiny dinghys, in celebration of the nation's holiday. Lunch includes seafood, a carvery buffet, and a selection of drinks.

See spectacular Sydney Harbour from a fresh vantage point—and enjoy a gourmet accompaniment to your sightseeing—on this lunchtime cruise. Hop aboard the comfortable, 78-foot (24-meter) vessel at Darling Harbour, and enjoy immaculate views of sights like the Sydney Opera House, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. Dig into a gourmet à la carte lunch, from Hunter Valley beef to fresh seafood, with beer and local, sommelier-picked wines.

Celebrate a special occasion or simply enjoy quality time with a loved one on a private evening cruise on Sydney Harbour. See highlights like the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge beautifully lit up at night. Sip a complimentary glass of wine as you admire the views. You can even ask your skipper to stop along the way so you can take photos.

Celebrate Christmas in July on board a 3-hour Sydney harbor cruise. Enjoy live entertainment, win prizes for the most ridiculous Christmas sweater, sit down for a full Christmas buffet feast with roast turkey, seafood, pudding, coffee, tea and desserts, and capture it all with a photographer on board. Get into the spirit with Christmas décor and crackers on each table and see the sights from the ship’s exterior decks.

Dinner in Sydney doesn't always come with a view, especially if you're staying in the built-up center. Instead, take to the water for an evening cruise that combines the city's waterfront sights with a multi-course degustation (tasting) menu. Each chef-prepared course is paired with a specially selected glass of Penfolds wine—produced in Australia since 1844. Relax, watch the harbor go by, and enjoy a culinary treat with included drinks.

Spend the day exploring Sydney’s famous Northern Beaches on this guided small-group tour. Stroll the golden sands of Narrabeen; see where popular Aussie soap ‘Home & Away’ is filmed in Palm Beach; look out along the coast from Spit Bridge and Long Reef; and uncover Sydney’s fascinating Aboriginal heritage as you explore the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park; and more.

Discover Sydney Harbour with all of your senses during a leisurely lunch boat ride by luxury cruiser. With just your party and private skipper, you’ll sail around Sydney Harbour—home to iconic sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge—and stop to sample gourmet dishes at two harborside restaurants. During the cruise, enjoy a glass of sparkling wine and drinks from an open bar.

The Melbourne Cup horse race is one of the most eagerly anticipated events in the Australian sporting calendar, but if you happen to be in Sydney on the day, this cruise is a fun way to enjoy the festivities. During the three-hour lunch cruise on Sydney Harbour you can watch the race live on large screens, join sweepstakes, and enjoy a delicious seafood and carvery buffet meal. This is a fun activity with a date or a group of friends.

Learning to sail usually means signing up for a full course before getting near the helm. Join a skipper and a small group on Sydney Harbour to help set the sails and take a turn steering. Anyone who prefers a slower pace can sit back and take in the views from the deck.