Private Sunset Cruise on Sydney Harbour for up to Six Guests

Sydney, Australia

2 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Enjoy unparalleled views of Sydney at sunset from a spot on the water
Prebook to eliminate on-the-day-worry and ensure a trip on your preferred date
Sightsee with ease—and without the crowds
The evening cruise leaves the rest of the day free for you to explore

What's Included

Private Cruise for up to six guests
Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine
Complimentary Cheese Platter
Complimentary Bottled water and soft drinks

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Aquarium, Darling Harbour
Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Please meet us at Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Darling Harbour (Pass By)

Barangaroo Reserve (Pass By)

Sydney Harbour Bridge (Pass By)

Sydney Opera House (Pass By)

Royal Botanic Garden Sydney (Pass By)

Mrs Macquarie's Chair

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Woolloomooloo Wharf (Pass By)

Garden Island (Pass By)

Athol Bay Beach

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Virginia_S

This is the only way to see the breadth of the world's largest natural harbor. Stephen took us into the small bays and inlets to see the beauty, the boats and the wonderful homes climbing the hillsides. It was a perfect 2 hours spent on the water.

Reviews

4.5

based on 24 reviews

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An unforgettable sunset experience in Sydney.

Paloma_N, Mar 2026

We had a lovely evening with Derrick on a beautiful autumn night. He was very kind, welcoming, and made us feel comfortable from the moment we stepped aboard. His knowledge of the harbour and easygoing nature added so much to the experience. The boat ride itself was absolutely stunning. Watching the sun set over Sydney Harbour and seeing the city lights gradually come to life was unforgettable. The atmosphere was peaceful and intimate, and everything felt well-organised and thoughtfully planned. Derrick went above and beyond to make sure we had a memorable time, sharing interesting insights and making sure we were always looked after. It truly felt like a special, personalised experience rather than just a standard tour. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to spend the evening and would highly recommend this experience to anyone looking for a relaxing and beautiful way to enjoy Sydney. Thank you, Derrick, for such a wonderful night!

Sunset on Sydney Harbor

Virginia_S, Mar 2026

The tour was beautiful...

shannon_m, Jan 2026

The tour was beautiful and we really covered a lot of ground. Unfortunately our pickup spot changed the day of the tour and since I was out of the country didn't have access to Wifi and wasn't informed of the change in location to meet the boat until we had already arrived and didn't see the boat. We were then told it was a "3 minute walk" to the new pickup location, which turned into an almost 20-30 minute walk because I had older folks with me who really had a hard time walking that distance due to hip, knee and lung problems. It would have been nice to get a call or text message to update us on the change. That said, once we finally made it there it was a lovely evening, beautiful views, and the snacks/drinks were a nice touch.

Fantastic experience

Andrew_W, Nov 2025

The cruise was amazing. Jason our skipper was so nice and friendly making our trip all that more special. Our friends from London loved it and have not stopped talking about it

Perfect sunset cruise

Suzy_S, May 2025

Wonderful way to spend our first night in Sydney! Our guide (I’m sorry, but I can’t remember his name) was informative and interesting. The boat was comfortable and wine and snacks were great! Definitely recommend this tour!

Nice ride but not as described

Arlene_F, Jan 2025

This tour was just okay. The captain was not a local and didn’t have much information to share. Also not very engaging. We did bring our own beverages but the included cheese snack was non existent.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Dear Arlene, Thank you for taking the time to provide feedback on your recent cruise with us. We're truly sorry to hear that your experience did not meet the high standards we strive to maintain. Please be assured that we are looking into this matter to ensure it does not happen again. We value your input as it helps us to improve our service, and we hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a truly exceptional experience in the future. Kind regards, Sydney Luxury Cruise

Enjoyed drinks and cheese...

Manuela_H, Jan 2025

Enjoyed drinks and cheese platter on board small vessel skipped by Jack. Was fun and allowed us to take some nice pictures to remember our last day in Sydney.

Response from Host, Jan 2025

Thank you very much for your kind review! We are thrilled to hear you had a great time on board and enjoyed your Sunset Cruise on the MV Bel. We hope to have you on board again in the future! Kind regards Sydney Luxury Cruise

Not to be missed!

Katherine_B, Jan 2024

Captain Jack was wonderful! Knowledgeable, entertaining, polite and fun. We had a beautiful evening and a fabulous time. Would highly recommend it! Perfect evening.

Response from Host, Mar 2024

Hi Katherine, Thank you for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Captain Jack made your evening on the water so enjoyable. We're delighted that you had a beautiful evening and a fabulous time overall. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another perfect evening on the water. Kind regards, Lise

Sunset wooden boat cruise

Kimberly_U, Nov 2023

Fun trip even tho it rained whole time. Only complaint is we were given wrong info as to location of where to meet our your leader.

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for joining us on your recent trip. We're glad to hear you had fun, despite the rain! We apologize for the confusion regarding the meeting point. Due to an unexpected closure of the original wharf, we had to make a last-minute change to the nearest available wharf, just a short 5-minute walk away. We understand the importance of accurate information, especially when it comes to logistics, and we regret any inconvenience this may have caused. We continuously strive to provide the best experience for our guests, and your feedback is invaluable in helping us improve. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again in the future, hopefully under sunnier skies! Warm regards, Glenn

best way to experience the harbour

G_B, Apr 2021

Great trip. Glen, our captain, was very friendly and accommodating. It’s the best way to experience the harbour. Highly recommend it.

Response from Host, Apr 2021

Thank you so much for your review! It was great to have you and your family on board and I hope you enjoyed your visit to Sydney! Kind regards Glenn

No apreceron

Conecta_V, Dec 2024

Fuimos al punto de encuentro para empezar el tour y nadie apareció, no había bote ni staff ni nada. queremos un reembolso!

Response from Host, Dec 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We regret to hear about your experience but would like to clarify the circumstances surrounding your scheduled cruise. We were present at Convention Jetty and continued to circle the Cockle Bay area for over 30 minutes, as evidenced by the GPS data we provided to you via email the next day. Unfortunately, without a direct contact number due to the booking being made through an agent, we were unable to reach out to you at the time. Our team made every effort to proceed as planned, which was documented and communicated promptly via email. While we understand your frustration, our records confirm that we fulfilled our commitment to be at the designated meeting point and attempted to facilitate the cruise. We have already communicated these details through the appropriate channels and continue to maintain transparency in our communication. We take our customer feedback seriously and strive to ensure a clear and transparent communication process. If you would like to discuss this matter further with our team, please do not hesitate to contact us directly. Kind regards, Sydney Luxury Cruise