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Australia Day Sydney Harbour Cruise
Highlights
- Join the lively Australia Day celebration on January 26th and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of Sydney Harbour.
- Bring your own picnic and drinks to enjoy a relaxed day on the water with friends and family.
- Experience the stunning views of Sydney's iconic landmarks while cruising through the sparkling harbour waters.
- Gather with fellow cruisers for an unforgettable day filled with fun and camaraderie on this special occasion.
There are two cruises on Australia Day on January 26th each year. Guests are welcome to join others to celebrate Australia Day, be in the heart of the action on Sydney Harbour and have so much fun!
Join in the spirit of Australia Day and bring your own picnic and drinks for both the day and evening cruise .
Itinerary highlights
Australia Day Cruise on Sydney Harbour and there is also an Evening cruise
On the 26th January, all around Australia the sense of comradely and mateship is infectious!
Aussies gather to enjoy activities that we all hold dear, a backyard barbeque, a day at the beach or at the cricket. But the biggest and best party of all, is on Sydney Harbour!
Highlights include :
The great ferry race known as The Ferrython !
The 21 Gun Salute To Australia and our National Anthem sung by a large chorus of children aboard HMAS Choles in Sydney Cove.
The skies will be alive with a display from the Red Berets , a Qantas jet flyover and also a fly past from the RAAF.
The Australia Day Parade – entrants decorate their boats in Australian themes as they compete for the Australia Day Councils “Best Dressed Vessel” award. Our yacht “Sydney Sundancer” decorated with hundreds of flags, has won the best dressed yacht on 9 previous occasions!
The Tall Ships Race featured ships from the age of sail together with a bit of gunpowder shenanigans!
The evening activities includes a parade into Circular Quay and amazing fireworks.
There are two cruises on Australia Day …day and evening.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
Service facilities
Sevice Activity
This business does not currently offer accessible facilities.
Operation information
Sydney Sundancer
Australia’s most awarded charter yacht ‘Sydney Sundancer’ is the ideal way to enjoy Sydney Harbour.
For more than 30 years, friendly owners, Lynne and John Boyce have shared their knowledge and experience of Sydney’s wonderful waterways. Their luxury yacht combines the stability and comfort of a motorboat with the grace and serenity of a sailing yacht that is ideal for up to 50 guests. However, unique features offer small groups an enchanting experience and overnight charters are also welcome.
Private charters can be self-catering (BYO), or guests can enjoy Lynne’s superb catering – she is a published cookbook author. Sydney Sundancer’s reputation for fabulous food is amazing! Fine dining on the aft deck for up to 10 guests seated at one table, or for larger numbers, choose from a wide range of menus suitable for finger food or a buffet-style banquet.
Free photographs are included with all cruises.
Ticketed cruises are offered for special events such as Boxing Day, New Year’s Eve, and Australia Day. Lynne and John’s reputation for exceeding their guests’ expectations and delivering a unique Sydney experience is unsurpassed.