Discover the best way to see and explore Sydney Harbour with Captain Cook Cruises

We believe Sydney Harbour is the most beautiful in the world, but there is so much more to our waterway beyond the natural beauty. Wildlife and whale watching, islands and beaches, hidden coves and fishing villages all make up a vibrant living harbour. Palatial waterfront homes dot the foreshore, as do many of Sydney's most popular attractions including Taronga Zoo and SeaLife Aquarium. Our Sydney Harbour sightseeing cruises and tours are world-famous, with a wealth of awards and over a million thrilled guests. Let us show you our home and playground.

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  • PREMIUM EXPERIENCE
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    Premium Sightseeing

    The world’s most beautiful Harbour, deserves the very best cruise to experience it. Our new range of premium sightseeing experiences offer amazing views from your premium reserved lounge seating onboard air-conditioned super-cruiser Sydney 2000 and a delectable choice of tasting plate and beverage options are available day and night.

    • Premium cruise experiences day and night
    • 1 ½ - 2 hours of relaxed cruising
    • Cruise onboard air-conditioned super-cruiser Sydney 2000
    • Premium reserved lounge seating on Ocean Deck

    From $55.00 per adult

    Normally $65.00. Save $10.00.

  • SIGNATURE SIGHTSEEING
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    Sydney Sightseeing

    Discover the most beautiful Harbour in the world with our range of sightseeing cruises passing the world-famous icons of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, stunning blue bays, hidden beaches, island national parks, towering headlands, botanic gardens, and the homes and playgrounds of the rich and famous.

    • Choice of two great sightseeing cruises
    • Approx. 80-90-minute single circuit of the Harbour
    • Smartphone Commentary
    • Family Bonus

    From $28.00 per adult

    Normally $30.00. Save $2.00.

  • FULLY FLEXIBLE
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    Hop On Hop Off Sydney Harbour Explorer

    When in Sydney travel like the locals do, on the Harbour highway with the official Sydney Harbour Explorer. Up to 7 destinations, one easy to follow ferry timetable, expert local assistance and the flexibility to hop-on and hop-off as you like.

    • Approx 90-minute round-trip circuit of the Harbour
    • Smartphone Commentary
    • Choice of 1 or 2 day passes
    • Combine with attractions

    From $38.00 per adult

    Normally $40.00. Save $2.00.

  • GREAT VALUE
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    Taronga Zoo Express

    Visit Australia’s most famous zoo, situated right on Sydney Harbour. The Taronga Zoo Ferry Express is the fun way to travel to the Zoo onboard a rocket ferry with Zoo entry and access directly from the wharf.

    • Entry to Taronga Zoo
    • Return ferry from Circular Quay (daily) or Darling Harbour (Sat-Sun)
    • Selected services also available from Manly and Watsons Bay

    From $69.00 per adult

    Normally $71.00. Save $2.00.

  • LOCAL FAVOURITE
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    Shark Island Ferry

    Visit Shark Island one of Sydney's most spectacular picnic destinations. Return rocket ferry services between Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay, Manly and Shark Island. Includes National Park fees.

    • Return Ferry inclusive of NPWS landing fee
    • OpalPay accepted onboard
    • Free Wi-Fi

    $20.00 per adult

  • WILDLIFE
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    Whale Watching

    18 May - 03 November 2024

    Sydney is the envy of Australia with a whale watching season that lasts over five months of the year. Over 20,000 Humpback whales make the 3,500km journey from sub-Antarctic waters to the Great Barrier Reef every year.

    • Approx. 2.5 hour cruise
    • Expert commentary
    • Family friendly, comfortable indoor and outdoor seating
    • Whale sighting guaranteed or cruise again for free*

    From $92.00 per adult

Our commentary brings Sydney alive

Our service and commentary sets the benchmark on Sydney Harbour. Experience Sydney through the eyes of a local as our commentaries take you through the past, present and future. Above all, we make them entertaining, interesting and fun.

Upcoming special events and more ways to discover Sydney

  • Family fun onboard a ferry sightseeing with kids and mum

    Family Fun with Kids

    Year round

    Sydney Harbour is bursting with fun things to do with kids and the whole family. From Taronga Zoo, to nature walks, family picnics to island hideaways, whale watching to high tea at sea, we’ve got your covered.

    Kids Go Free
    Selected Cruises

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    Boxing Day Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race 2023

    Tuesday, 26 December 2023

    Boxing Day is the day millions of eyes turn to Sydney Harbour for the start of the Rolex Sydney Hobart Yacht Race - one of the world’s greatest ocean races. See all the action as the fleet jockeys for starting position on our Boxing Day cruises.

    On sale now
    From $99.00 per person

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    Family Bonus

    Who doesn't love a freebie especially when you are running out of kids activities. Head to Sydney Harbour where our family bonus cruises offer one child 4-15 years free with every full paying adult.

    One child FREE
    with every adult

  • Special Event Vivid with Sydney 2000 cruising by the Opera House with lights on non-ccc dnsw

    Vivid Sydney 2024

    24 May - 15 June 2024

    A spectacular line-up of official Vivid Sydney 2024 on-water cruise and dining experiences. Discover unique vantage points to view the Vivid Lights. Visit multiple precincts and see the full canvas of lights from your Vivid Sydney cruise.

    On sale now
    From $29.00 per person

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