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Gold Penfolds Dinner Cruise

The quintessential gourmet food and wine experience on Sydney Harbour. Nothing quite compares to the Gold Penfolds Dinner alongside a Sydney Harbour view.

Sightseeing

There is so much more to Sydney Harbour beyond the natural beauty. Wildlife and whales, 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.

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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 6 destinations, one easy to follow ferry timetable, expert local assistance and the flexibility to hop-on and hop-off as you like.

Ferries

At Captain Cook Cruises we go that extra nautical mile, to provide great service. Our rocket ferry fleet offers a range of private ferry services for commuters, school children and leisure activities.

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Watsons Bay Ferry

Watsons Bay commuter, school and leisure services operating on rocket ferries between Circular Quay, Manly, Cremorne Pt, Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, Darling Harbour and Watsons Bay.

Taronga Zoo Ferry

Ferry to Taronga Zoo and visit Australia’s most famous zoo, situated right on the waters edge. Rocket ferry services between Darling Harbour, Circular Quay, Manly, Watsons Bay and Taronga Zoo

Mothers Day 2025

Mother’s Day is one of the most cherished times of the year. A day to honour the incredible women who shape our lives. Treat Mum to a beautiful experience with a Mother’s Day Lunch Cruise in Sydney, indulge in a delightful High Tea, or bring the whole family along for a fun-filled day out she’ll always remember.

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Vivid Sydney 2025

A spectacular line-up of official Vivid Sydney 2025 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.

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Brilliant Dinner Cruise

The Brilliant Dinner has been replaced by our new Starlight Dinner Cruise from 01 April 2022

Harbour Bar

Experience Sydney Harbour in the relaxed style of the city’s famous waterfront precincts, rooftop bars, wine rooms and hotel lounges, which are so intertwined in Sydney’s unique DNA.

Premium Harbour Experience from $65 per adult
Cocktail Harbour Bar from $69 per adult

Mumm Champagne Harbour Bar

The Mumm Harbour Bar is a celebration for the senses. Fine French champagne, seafood and stunning waterfront views in a relaxed lounge setting. A little luxe, especially when the Champagne is a famous French institution.

Dining Experiences

When it comes to a dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour there is only one brand locals trust. Captain Cook Cruises has been at the forefront of quality on-water dining experiences on Sydney Harbour for over five decades. Our award-winning range of dinner cruises, high teas and lunch cruises Sydney Harbour are all prepared freshly onboard by our international chefs.

Dine from $89.00 per adult

What's On

Sydney loves to party and the Harbour is always the first choice for events from Australia Day to New Year's Eve. Harbour Bridge fireworks, light shows, sailing races and made-for-TV spectaculars are all regular events on our Whats On Sydney Harbour calendar.

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Australia Day 2026

Sydney Harbour takes centre-stage on Australia Day for the Ferrython, Australia Day Live, Australia Day Parade, Tall Ships Race, Australia Day Regatta, Tug and Boat Ballet, flyovers, fireworks and more! Discover our range of Australia Day cruises.

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High Tea at Sea

Sydney loves an indulgent high tea, and with good reason. At Captain Cook Cruises we gave it a modern setting and created the High Tea at Sea.

Whale Watching

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.

Classic Sightseeing

Classic Cruises - 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.

Lunch Cruises

There is no better place for Lunch in Sydney than on the Harbour! Our Harbour View Lunch Cruises offer a choice of exceptional dining experiences from short to luxurious Long Lunches.

Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, enjoying a romantic outing, catching up with friends and family, or exploring Sydney, our Lunch cruises offer a memorable experience for all.

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Sunset Dinner Cruise

Year round, sun-up or sun-down, the colours of Sydney Harbour will welcome you onboard our Sunset Dinner Cruise. A great early dining experience.

Lane Cove Ferry

Lane Cove River commuter and school services operating on rocket ferries between Darling Harbour, Balmain East, Jeffrey St Wharf North Sydney, Circular Quay, Long Nose Point Wharf Birchgrove, Greenwich Point, Bay St Wharf Birchgrove, Northwood Wharf, Longueville Wharf, Alexandra St Wharf Hunters Hill and Riverview College Wharf Lane Cove.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find the answers to the questions we get asked most about our Sydney Harbour cruises. If you can't find it here, our service teams are here and happy to assist.

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Captain's Club

If you love free stuff and Sydney Harbour, you will love the Captain's Club. Sign up now and cruise for free for your birthday, get access to incredible special deals and promotions.

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Private Events

There is no Sydney venue more desired, no views more captivating than spectacular Sydney Harbour. When you team up with Captain Cook Cruises, we turn any event, on any budget, into a brilliant experience.

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Birthday & Private Party

Take your special event to the next level onboard your private party boat cruise with 360˚ waterfront views and stunning Sydney Harbour as your backdrop. Birthday parties, engagement parties, anniversaries, bridal showers, christenings, bah mitzvah, hens and buck parties we cater for all.

Terms and conditions

General terms and conditions for full price fares, promotional offers, groups, gift vouchers and special events. Excludes private charters and selected promotional products that my be released from time to time.

Group Dining Specials

Everything is better with friends! Book a group on our public dining experiences and and save on already discounted online prices or upgrade your group to a private dining room with bespoke menu and drink packages.

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Menus

Our menus feature the freshest Australian produce and seafood, prepared simply to let the elements shine. See our range of dinner, lunch, high tea, casual bistro, tapas bar, gourmet degustation and private event menus

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Prices & Payments

All our payment options and prices in one easy table. We accept Australia Dollar (AUD) payments through a wide range of payment gateways.

Travel Agents

Welcome to the Captain Cook Cruises Travel Agent online booking section. We appreciate the important role Travel Agents play in the customer experience and our service teams are here to assist you.

Timetables

Sydney cruise and ferry timetables between Circular Quay, Manly, Taronga Zoo, Manly, Shark Island, Darling Harbour, Lane Cove River.