SYDNEY
Sydney’s best days out.
The 15 most popular sailing tours in Sydney. The ones locals send visitors to first, with prices, run times and who to book through.
Sydney whale watching on a custom catamaran: a 30-minute sprint to open ocean, two decks, air-conditioned cabins, onboard photos, drinks included.
Most Popular“Super cool. Once we got out and posted up for a bit, we finally spotted a humpback whale. We drove toward it and basically followed a handful of them as they swam back toward where we came. The guides on board were very nice.”
1-hour Sydney Harbour sunset catamaran from Circular Quay. Small group, 360° Opera House and bridge views, snacks, soft drink, BYO.
“Loved it, everything was super easy and the weather was perfect. Only 25 people on the boat, enough room and time for pictures :)”
Small-group luxury sailing on Sydney Harbour with lunch, beer and wine, plus time to swim and snorkel at a sheltered bay.
“An unforgettable day cruising Sydney Harbour with friends! Our amazing hosts, a knowledgeable guide (Boat captain) and his wonderful daughter -treated us to a delicious seafood lunch, perfectly paired with wine. The boat was beautiful, spotless, and so cozy -with warm blankets so we could relax on deck and take in the stunning fall views,…”
90-min Vivid Sydney cruise on a 55ft catamaran from Darling Harbour: small group, complimentary drink, indoor/outdoor views of icons and lights.
“Loved this! Beautiful views of the harbour bridge and opera house. I didn't expect fireworks but they were gorgeous, an absolute highlight of the evening. The drinks were tasty and the staff and captain were lovely. Highly recommended. I'll be doing it again next year, wish I'd done it sooner.”
Catch Vivid Sydney from a small catamaran: 90 minutes, Pier 2 Walsh Bay, antipasto included, BYO drinks welcome, close-up light views.
“This was a great tour, 90mins was perfect and captain very personable and talked to all thhe passengers”
A 2-hour small-group morning yacht cruise from Circular Quay with Harbour Bridge, Opera House sights, and morning tea.
“Graham was very informative. It was a very interesting trip.”
Intimate 90-minute Sydney Harbour catamaran during Vivid Sydney. Canapés and drink included, plus sweeping views of Opera House and Bridge.
“It was nice and relaxing. Family was happy to experience Vivid. Would definitely recommend this tour”
3-hour small-group sailing on Sydney Harbour with views of Opera House and Harbour Bridge, plus a real chance to raise sails.
“Absolutely outstanding. Rained and was windy but that made the sailing experience even more real. Guide if that’s what you can call the boat captain was awesome and couldn’t have been better!”
Private sailing catamaran hire on Sydney Harbour with flexible pickup, Bridge and Opera House views, onboard toilet, and BBQ option.
“We had the best time ! I highly recommend to have this amazing. Experience. They even let my kids have a go at driving the boat .”
Hands-on 2.5-hour sailing from Manly. Help set sails, steer past icons, and enjoy Sydney Harbour views with a small crew.
“excellent tour, we went on a very windy day and our guide was excellent guiding us through the details of sailing into a strong windy day”
Calm small-group sailing whale watching from Rose Bay to Port Jackson in Sydney. May–Nov humpbacks, max 12, 3 hours.
“My daughter and I had a great time Although the whales were a little elusive (some spouts, a tail) We had a lovely time sailing. We specifically chose a small charter to avoid too many tourists and it worked out perfectly. Thank you”
Hands-on small-group sailing on Sydney Harbour on a 24-foot keelboat from Manly. Optional instruction, 1.5–2.5 hours.
“Diana was a great guide/ instructor. The 2 hour session was very educational and very active. I would recommend it to those who look to learn to sail.”
Vivid Sydney Harbour cruise on Heaven for up to 40, with canapés and 1 drink. See the Bridge, Opera House and more in 90 min.
“boat cruise & staff was fantastic.. Enjoyed every minute.... Supplied complimentary drinks and snacks..”
Private 2.5-hour skipper yacht charter on Pittwater from Palm Beach, with lunch platters, swim stops, and iconic views plus possible seaplane spotting.
“A unique experience to see the beauty of Sydney’s landscape and waterways. Our skipper was warm, friendly and very knowledgeable about the area. He took us into a hidden cove where we could swim in the gorgeous turquoise waters. TRead more”
A small-group, hands-on yacht cruise from Manly. Learn basic sailing and steer on Sydney Harbour for 90 minutes.
“We had an awesome sailing trip with our skipper Onur, who made sure that we made a hands on experience, while giving a real sailing flavor and even provided a route that gave us spectacular views of the city. Highly recommend!”
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