15 Boat Trips in Sydney Worth Booking

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All Inclusive Blue Mountain,Scenic World,Lunch,Koalas,ferry

1.All Inclusive Blue Mountain,Scenic World,Lunch,Koalas,ferry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,832 reviews · from $204Our pick

Review of Sydney’s Blue Mountains day tour with Scenic World rides, lunch, koalas, wildlife park entry, and a Parramatta River ferry return.

“We had an amazing day with Jay, our tour guide doing the blue mountain tour. Even tho it was raining for most of it. We still made the best out of it and enjoyed every minute! You really get to do and see so much during this tour. Definitely recommend 100%”

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Blue Mountains Small-Group Tour from Sydney with Scenic World,Sydney Zoo & Ferry

2.Blue Mountains Small-Group Tour from Sydney with Scenic World,Sydney Zoo & Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,709 reviews · from $161

Review of Diamond Tours’ Blue Mountains day trip from Sydney, with Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo, Three Sisters, and a ferry finish.

“Our guide made all the difference. Phil was wonderful. He stayed with us and made sure it was perfect”

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Sydney: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional Cruise

3.Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,697 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $51

See Sydney and Bondi by open-top bus, then add a harbour cruise for bridge, Opera House, beach, and skyline views.

“Great got to. Do both the lines took about 3 hoird easy to. Hop on and off”

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Sydney: Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

4.Whale Watching Adventure Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 1,790 reviews · 2h 45m · from $63

Sydney whale watching cruise with expert commentary, hot drinks, harbour views, and a whale-sighting guarantee for $63.

“Great fun, knowledgeable guides and we saw lots of whales and dolphins. Would 100% do it again!”

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Blue Mountains Day Tour Including Parramatta River Cruise

5.Blue Mountains Day Tour Including Parramatta River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,585 reviews · from $68

Review of a Blue Mountains day tour from Sydney with Sydney Zoo, Scenic World, Three Sisters, mountain walks, and a Parramatta River cruise.

“This was a fabulous day with a very informed guide Les, had a brilliant day will highly recommend. Superb.”

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Sydney: Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

6.Morning or Afternoon Harbour Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,520 reviews · 1h 30m · from $38

See Sydney Harbour by boat on a 90-minute cruise with live commentary, Opera House views, tea, coffee, fruit, and biscuits for $38.

“We got to see every point of interest along the harbour at a nice pace - not too rushed. The boat was not overly packed, which was great. The man who provided the commentary (Bruce) was hilarious and very informative.”

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From Sydney: Blue Mountains, Scenic World, Zoo, & Ferry Ride

7.Blue Mountains, Scenic World, Zoo, & Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $139

Review of Sydney’s Blue Mountains tour with Scenic World rides, Sydney Zoo, guided lookouts, lunch stop, and ferry to Circular Quay.

“Amazing experience ☺️. A bit hectic for some seniors but I think everyone is dealing great with the schedule. I like our guide Brian. It’s worth your visit!”

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Sydney: Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

8.Taronga Zoo Ticket with Return Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,142 reviews · 1 day · from $55

Review of Taronga Zoo with return ferry, covering Sydney Harbour views, animal exhibits, keeper talks, hills, timing, and value.

“It is very good to spend a day at the zoo with the families. And there was an amazing view from the return Ferry.”

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Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

9.Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,122 reviews · from $89

Sydney Harbour sunset dinner cruise review with Opera House views, three-course dining, live music, window-seat tips, price, and practical advice.

“It was a great way to see Sydney Harbour from the water. The timing is too early for a 'Sunset' dinner in Summertime but it was still a great experience dining with good food on a ship. Wait staff were attentive and helpful. We had a window seat, but you could go out on deck to look if you wanted.”

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Sydney: Harbour Dinner Cruise with 3, 4 or 6-Course Menu

10.Harbour Dinner Cruise with 3, 4 or 6-Course Menu

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 925 reviews · 105 minutes - 3 hours · from $88

Review of Sydney’s MV Sydney 2000 dinner cruise, with harbour views, premium dining, live music, menu choices, timing, and value tips.

“Great meal. The boat was huge and sensational. Overall it was an excellent night and would recommend it”

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Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

11.Sydney Whale-Watching Cruise Including Lunch or Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 878 reviews · from $74

Review of Sydney’s 4-hour whale-watching cruise, with harbour views, breakfast or BBQ lunch, live commentary, tips on seasickness, and value.

“This was awesome! I would definitely recommend and do it again if the opportunity arises. We travelled as a party of 7 adults (parents and adult children) and ALL of us enjoyed the experience:)”

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30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

12.30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder Twist

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 841 reviews · from $60

Race across Sydney Harbour on Thunder Twist with spins, slides, and landmark views. See the Opera House, Luna Park, and Taronga Zoo in 30 minutes.

“We had such a great time.Our Jet driver John was amazing.He made the experience truly memorable for us.Highly recommend it.”

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Sydney: Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

13.Harbour Cruise with Buffet Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 804 reviews · 2h 15m · from $53

Sydney Harbour cruise review with a 13-option buffet, live history commentary, Opera House views, and practical tips for a 135-minute trip.

“Very wet and windy experience, but overall extremely entertaining with lots of factual information, banter and trivia about the evolution of Sydney from the early settlement times and the creation of the various iconic landmarks.”

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Sydney Harbour Starlight Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

14.Sydney Harbour Starlight Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 774 reviews · from $111

Review of Sydney’s 2-hour Starlight Dinner Cruise, with harbour views, four-course dining, window-seat advice, costs, access, and honest tips.

“Food was really bad. We had different dishes each one was really bad. Entertainment was ok and of course so were the views.”

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Sydney: 2-hour Express Whale Watching Cruise

15.2-hour Express Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 756 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

See Sydney’s humpback whales on a fast two-hour cruise from Circular Quay, with open-air viewing, expert commentary, and a free return trip if needed.

“Absolutely loved this. So easy to access from circular quay. Friendly guides and great ship and really excellent value for money. Worth it just to be out on the ocean but also amazing to see whales and dolphins. Took 4 kids aged 9-13 and everyone loved it!”

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