1. PRIVATE DINING ROOMS & CAPACITIES
What Private Dining Rooms are available on Sydney 2000?
Our flagship super-cruiser, Sydney 2000, offers two elegant and exclusive private dining rooms:
Sirius Private Dining Room – Located directly beneath the bridge, this intimate space features its own private cocktail deck and access to the Sky Deck for elevated views and fresh-air moments.
Endeavour Private Dining Room – Situated at the bow of the vessel, this larger space includes an expansive outdoor cocktail deck with breathtaking Harbour views and access to the upper decks.
What are the guest capacities?
Sirius Room
- Seated Dining: up to 36 guests
Endeavour Room
- Seated Dining: up to 80 guests
Which Private Dining Room is best for my group?
Sirius is ideal for smaller, more intimate celebrations, executive dining and private groups. Usually based on 15 guests as a minimum.
Endeavour provides more space for larger celebrations, corporate functions and cocktail-style events, usually from 36 guests.
Is this a fully private experience?
Yes. Both the Sirius and Endeavour rooms are private dining rooms with indoor and outdoor deck space. They are separated from the vessel's main dining areas. Noting bathrooms are located in the main dining room.
Your booking provides exclusive use of the nominated private dining room; however, it is not a private charter of the entire vessel. Other guests will be travelling onboard.
What types of events are these rooms suited for?
These spaces are perfect for:
- Corporate lunches and executive dinners
- Client entertaining and business events
- Birthdays, anniversaries and milestone celebrations
- Micro weddings and engagement parties
- Social groups and private sightseeing
2. ROOM INCLUSIONS & STYLING
What's included with the Private Dining Room?
Each room includes:
- Exclusive use of a fully private dining space
- Dedicated waitstaff and seamless service
- Dining tables, chairs, linen napkins and all crockery, glassware and cutlery included.
What is the styling like?
These rooms are ideal for guests who want a stress-free, simply presented event without the need for extensive additional styling.
Each room is tastefully decorated with:
- White florals and lush greenery in gold vases
- Cream and gold banquet chairs
- Classic timber finishes throughout
It's the perfect setting for elegant, understated celebrations.
Can I bring my own decorations or styling?
Whilst the room is already equipped with all the items you will need for a private dining experience. You may wish to bring florals with you onboard. Please advise of your intended items and we can confirm they meet the vessel's safety and operational requirements.
For a lunch event, access to set up any styling can be done 30 minutes prior to your boarding time. For a dinner event, due to our cruise schedule, it is not possible to set up prior to the boarding time. Items would need to be brought onboard at the time of boarding and placed on tables.
Please discuss your plans with our Charters Team before the event.
All decorations, equipment, gifts and personal belongings must be removed at the end of the cruise.
3. MENUS, BEVERAGES & DIETARY REQUIREMENTS
What kind of menus are available?
Your plated menu selections are made by individual guests onboard once seated. There is no need to pre-select your specific menu as it is a la carte.
Can you cater for dietary requirements and food allergies?
Yes. We will use reasonable efforts to accommodate dietary requirements, food allergies and intolerances when they are provided at least 14 days before your event.
Food is prepared in shared onboard facilities, so meals cannot be guaranteed to be completely free from allergens or traces of allergens.
Guests with severe allergies or medical conditions should carry any required medication and consider whether the onboard dining environment is suitable for their needs.
What are the beverage package options?
You can add a beverage package for your whole group which is the most economical option.
Alternatively, guests can purchase their own beverages through a QR code onboard.
Can I bring my own cake?
Yes, you're welcome to bring your own celebration cake. No sparklers are permitted onboard, however candles are permitted.
Please let us know if you plan to BYO a cake. You will need to bring it with you at the time of boarding. We can arrange for the cake to be cut and served on platters at no additional cost. Please let us know if you require a cake table to be set up to display the cake.
Alternatively, we can arrange a cake for you. We offer two sizes to suit your guest numbers and many flavours to chose from.
4. CRUISE EXPERIENCE & ENTERTAINMENT
How long are the cruises?
Cruises typically run between 2 and 4 hours, depending on your preferred cruise and package.
Can I bring a band or DJ?
The Sirius and Endeavour Private Dining Rooms are intimate spaces and are not suitable for bands or DJs.
You are welcome to provide your own device with a playlist for background music throughout the event. Alternatively, we will supply background music.
Can I play my own music?
Yes. Bluetooth connectivity is available, allowing you to play an approved playlist from your own compatible device within your private dining room.
It is recommended to bring a charger for your Bluetooth device on the day.
Can we have speeches or presentations?
As the Sirius Room is an intimate space most guests chose to speak without a microphone.
Both private dining rooms have a microphone if you prefer to utilise one.
5. DEPARTURE, ARRIVAL & ACCESSIBILITY
Where do cruises depart from?
Cruises depart from either depending on the duration you are interested in cruising for:
- Darling Harbour – King Street Wharf 1
Both locations are close to public transport, including Wynyard and Circular Quay train stations.
Parking Stations are also available nearby.
Your confirmed departure wharf and boarding information will be provided with your booking. Guests should always check their confirmation before travelling, as operational requirements may occasionally result in a change of wharf.
What happens if a guest arrives late?
Guests must arrive at the departure wharf in time for boarding.
Our vessels depart promptly at the scheduled departure time and cannot wait for late arrivals. If a guest misses the departure, they will miss the cruise.
Is the Private Dining Room wheelchair accessible?
Access to the private dining rooms requires the use of stairs. Wheelchair access is not available to the private dining rooms or all vessel facilities.
If you or one of your guests has accessibility, mobility or assistance requirements, please speak with our team before booking so we can discuss the most suitable options.
Guests requiring personal care, physical assistance or supervision must travel with an appropriate carer or support person.
6. GUEST NUMBERS & EVENT PLANNING
When do I need to confirm my final guest numbers?
Final guest numbers must be confirmed at least 14 days before your event.
At the same time, we will also require details of any dietary requirements, food allergies or intolerances.
Your final payment will be calculated based on your confirmed guest numbers and selected inclusions and is due at this time.
What happens if my guest numbers decrease after they are confirmed?
Once final guest numbers have been confirmed, refunds or credits are not provided for reductions in guest numbers, guest no-shows or unused meals.
Can I add additional guests after final numbers are confirmed?
Additional guests may be added subject to room capacity and availability. Payment will be required when the guest numbers are increased.
7. PRICING, DEPOSITS & PAYMENT
How much is required to secure my booking?
A 30% deposit of the total booking value is required to secure your booking.
Your booking is confirmed once the deposit has been received and the Private Dining Room Booking Terms have been accepted.
When is final payment due?
Final payment is due 14 days before your event.
The final amount payable will be based on your confirmed guest numbers and inclusions.
If final payment is not received by the due date, Captain Cook Cruises may cancel the booking and the applicable cancellation fees may apply.
Are there any additional charges?
Additional food, beverages, damage, extension charges or other incidentals incurred during the event must be paid before disembarkation or as otherwise advised by Captain Cook Cruises.
8. CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS
Can I change the date of my booking?
One date change may be made without an administration fee when written notice is received at least 60 days before your event.
Further date changes are subject to approval and a $500 administration fee.
A request to change the date fewer than 60 days before the event will be treated as a cancellation.
Your replacement date is subject to availability and the pricing, package inclusions and minimum spend applicable to the new date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be provided in writing.
The following cancellation fees apply:
- More than 40 days before the event – $500
- 40 to 15 days before the event – 100% of the deposit
- 14 days or fewer before the event – 100% of the total booking value
Full conditions are detailed in the Private Dining Room Booking Terms and Captain Cook Cruises Conditions of Carriage.
9. How quickly do we need to leave the vessel after the cruise?
Guests must disembark within 15 minutes of the scheduled conclusion of the event.
If the group, its suppliers or contractors delay disembarkation, an extension charge of $600 for each 30 minutes or part thereof may apply.
Please ensure that all decorations, equipment, gifts and personal belongings are collected before leaving the vessel.
10. Availability
You can check availability through our direct booking link for the meal period (lunch or dinner), date and suitable private dining room (Sirius or Endeavour Room) that you are interested in booking.
Once you have noted the availability, you can proceed to Request a Booking.
Our team will then come back to you within 24 hours to notify you if the Booking is Confirmed.
11. Contact us
Request a booking if you have your date and know which Private Dining Room suits your guest numbers. Alternatively contact our Charters Team on +61 2 8270 5136 or make an enquiry through form below
