THE 10 BEST Sydney Boat Hire
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What travellers are saying
- Sarah PBurlingame, California, United States8 contributionsMargie & Semi gave us a great tour of the Sydney harbour. We were on the tour with our 3 kids - 5, 3, and 1 year old. We felt safe & Margie made the tour very interesting. She engaged with our kids & they had a great time. We would definitely do it again!Written 24 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CheltCidermanTewkesbury, UK75 contributionsMe and my wife took the 1hr Sunset and sparkle cruise around the harbour on our last full day in Sydney. The whole experience was cracking. Staff were friendly and informative. The food provided as part of the package was really nice. The hour cruise was just right, it took in the sites and it was lovely to be out on the water in such beautiful weather. We took the advantage of the option of bringing our own bottle of Fizz which we enjoyed as we sailed. All in all highly recommended.Written 26 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- padraig keatingClonmel, Ireland6 contributionsBrilliant way to see the harbour and all its bays that we will never forget. Great thrill and excitement driving the boats, would highly recommend to anyone looking for a bit of excitement and a different way of seeing Sydney from the water.Written 9 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Taru B1 contributionWe had a beautiful day cruising Sydney Harbour. The hosts John and Lynne were very
friendly and professional. The lunch provided and cooked by Lynne was delicious .
I would be happy to book again.Written 26 November 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Julie Leeks2 contributionsThe sea food buffet was very ordinary unlike the previous cruise in July 2019. The jazz singer performance was ordinary the performance did not participate with their passenger, we were rather disappointed this time. We are a group of 25 peoples on board. the servicing attendance rather inadequate ( seemed short of staff serving drinks behind the bar)Written 25 October 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jack F7 contributionsAn Amazing afternoon with rockfish crusing Sydney harbour. The staff were super friendly and made sure the beers were cold and customers happy. I would 100% reccomend to anyone looking to experiance Darling Harbour.Written 13 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DavidD5 contributionsWe went on the Lunchtime Sailing Cruise from Nelly Bay on Magnetic Island. It was a truly unforgettable experience. Beautiful boat, friendly crew and GREAT food. The prawns and bugs were the best I’ve ever had. Great wines and plenty were served.
All in all a great time, highly recommend!Written 13 June 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - SydneyFoodLoverSydney, Australia2 contributionsI booked a very last minute day trip after another plan fell through. I was very stressed but Jade was so helpful in finding me exactly what I wanted without a lot of notice or information. She was lovely and helpful and made the whole process simple, quick and easy. Our skipper Zane was also amazing and customised our entire day based on our discussions and getting to know us and took us to some amazing spots! Thank you so much for giving us the best experience. It was one of the best days we will always remember :)Written 19 November 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Perfectpatchpah... P1 contributionThe hire Boat was amazing clean and new with no technical issues I recommend Sydney boat hire to anyone.Written 6 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Nicolas F1 contributionOur second booking with Smart Cruiser went just as smoothly as the first. We had a great time! Mark and Fay are lovely and happy to attend to any last-minute request.
It's worth acknowledging the excellent service provided by the waiting staff; their helpfulness and friendliness towards the guests were remarkable.
It's reassuring to know that we can rely on your service and receive outstanding care when booking with you.
Thank you,
Nicolas
Oustanding service all way throughWritten 28 August 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Olga C1 contributionwe had a company Christmas Party on Saturday night and had a fantastic time.
Crew was amazing with excellent service, cheerful and helpful. Boat was spotless and the catering was delicious. Will definitely recommend Motor Yacht Charters Sydney for an excellent experience and service.Written 13 November 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Panchovilla42Tauranga, New Zealand17 contributionsA fabulous day with Dave on Sydney harbour
* easy booking and payment
* food and drinks were superb
* wonderful host and crew who went the extra yard to ensure we had a great day
* beautifully appointed boat
Definitely will book again, thanks Dave!Written 27 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Brianna W1 contributionAbsolutely loved my time on one of East Coast Sailing’s catamarans. I cannot fault the service of the captain and his assistant they were so lovely and made our experience so enjoyable!! Highly recommend East Coast Sailing to enjoy beautiful Sydney Harbour :)Written 31 January 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Tarik3 contributionsBeautiful boat and great day on the water. Chris knows all the best spots to chill out on a boat day. Great experienceWritten 20 February 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jack C1 contributionWe’ve been out in the harbour a few times this summer on Arvor 23. Given we have a boat license, we took the option of paying extra to remove speed limiter, and it was a blast on each occasion. The staff was helpful, and boat was in good condition. Joe, any chance you can add a sportscruiser to the fleet for next summer?Written 18 May 2019This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sydney
- These places are best for boat hire in Sydney:
- Sensational Sydney Cruises Pty Ltd
- Sydney Sundancer
- Pilgrim Sailing
- Sydney Harbour Escapes
- Sydney DreamBoats
- These are the best places for kid-friendly boat hire in Sydney:
- Sensational Sydney Cruises Pty Ltd
- Sea Sydney Harbour
- Sydney Boat Hire
- Too Up Sailing - Day Tours
- Eastcoast Sailing
- These are the best places for couples seeking boat hire in Sydney:
- Sensational Sydney Cruises Pty Ltd
- Sydney Sundancer
- Pilgrim Sailing
- Sydney Harbour Escapes
- Sydney DreamBoats
- These are the best places for groups seeking boat hire in Sydney:
- Sensational Sydney Cruises Pty Ltd
- Sydney Sundancer
- Sydney Harbour Escapes
- Sydney DreamBoats
- Sea Sydney Harbour
- These are the best places for budget-friendly boat hire in Sydney:See more budget-friendly boat hire in Sydney on Tripadvisor
- These are the best places for adrenaline seekers looking for boat hire in Sydney:
- Sydney Speed Boat Adventures
- Sea Sydney Harbour
- Sydney Boat Hire
- Rockfish Catamaran Charters
- Too Up Sailing - Day Tours