Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in Australia

Ensure a memorable experience on the Outer Great Barrier Reef on this full-day, all-inclusive cruise aboard a catamaran. Head for Michaelmas Cay and Hastings Outer Reef and plunge into the underwater world of the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling amongst its rich marine life. If you have selected the option, you can also include an introductory or certified dive. Includes morning and afternoon tea, as well as a buffet lunch.

See Sydney highlights from the water with this scenic Harbour tour. Over the course of 3 hours, you'll cruise from Darling Harbour past landmarks like the Opera House and Harbour Bridge. See Watsons Bay, penguins, North Head Quarantine Station, and lovely waterside homes. Stop at local beaches to swim and explore before your return to Darling Harbour.

Enjoy the natural delights of the Great Barrier Reef on an activity cruise from Cairns that gives you several ways to experience this renowned underwater world. After traveling by catamaran to a pontoon moored on the reef, you can observe marine life on a glass-bottom boat or semi-submersible vessel; go snorkeling to spot sea turtles; get your hands wet in the touch pool; upgrade to include a Seawalker Helmet dive; or upgrade to include an introductory or certified scuba dive. Snacks and a buffet lunch are included, and the pontoon is equipped with showers.

Start your Penguin Island tour with a 90-minute dolphin and sea lion cruise of Shoalwater Bay near Perth. An expert guide points out bottlenose dolphins, seabirds and other wildlife in the Shoalwater Island Marine Park before you disembark at Penguin Island for a ranger-led feeding of little penguins. You have two hours of free time to explore the Discovery Centre and island on your own, but you can stay longer to swim, hike or enjoy a picnic at the shore  -  simply catch a later ferry back to Shoalwater.

Enjoy the comforts of a 4-hour luxury whale-watching cruise from Campbell's Cove in Sydney. Head across Sydney Harbour and past the Sydney Heads into the pristine waters of the Pacific Ocean to look for humpback and southern right whales on their migration through the Southern Hemisphere. Your naturalist guide shares informative commentary about the whales throughout your tour. Enjoy an included barbecue lunch buffet served on board and accompanied by unlimited drinks. You'll travel with a small group limited to 10 people, which provides a more personalized experience.

See some of Perth's top sights from the water on a leisurely Swan River cruise. As you depart the city center, admire Perth riverfront attractions like the Bell Tower and King's Park, and glide past pretty suburbs to reach Fremantle, located where the river meets the Indian Ocean. Coffee and tea are provided on board, as well as wine tastings on select departures. Choose a departure time when booking.

Go snorkeling or scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef on a full-day cruise from Cairns. Relax on board your 80-foot (25-meter) luxury catamaran as your captain sails to two exclusive locations on the Great Barrier Reef. Choose to snorkel or dive, with full instruction provided by guides, and see an array of colorful fish, sea turtles, and corals. Your tour includes morning and afternoon tea, and a buffet lunch, with additional beverages available for purchase.

Start your evening in style as you watch the sunset from the deck of your luxury yacht during a 2-hour sunset cruise on Sydney Harbour. Sip a glass of sparkling wine and nibble on tasty appetizers as your expert captain takes you past landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. You'll see the best of the city when the sky paints the water red and orange during this sublime sunset sailing experience, a great way to celebrate a special occasion when in Sydney.

Enjoy a romantic experience sailing on Sydney Harbour. You won't have to worry about steering the ship, as you'll have your own skipper. It's a great way to see many of Sydney's top sites from an incredible viewpoint. You'll sail past Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison, and Taronga Zoo. Conveniently, the tour allows you to bring your own food and drink, or pre-booked catering can be arranged, making it the perfect customized experience.

Watch Sydney wake up from the comfort of your own luxury yacht during a 2.5-hour sunrise cruise. In the glow of the early morning light, snap photos of iconic places including the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and the city skyline as the city revs up for the day. Your cruise includes a light breakfast served with hot tea and coffee, the perfect way to start your day.

Add an edge to your Sydney sightseeing cruise with this 4-hour Rock 'n' Roll cruise. Sing along to classic hits performed by live entertainers and DJs or hit the dancefloor to rock out to your favorite tunes! Tuck into a delicious buffet dinner as you drift past landmarks like Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, then enjoy the dazzling Darling Harbour Firework Show.

Get a first-hand look at one of nature's most impressive spectacles - the annual whale migration - on this half-day cruise from Perth. See magnificent humpback and southern right whales swimming, diving and playing along Australia's west coast as you sail out into the Indian Ocean. Traveling on a specially designed whale-watching boat including a water-level viewing area and underwater microphone, you'll have every chance to get up close to the gentle giants and snap photos of the whales in their natural environment.

Explore Sydney like a local on this half-day sailing cruise. Your expert captain takes you out in a luxury yacht, passing close to iconic landmarks such as the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Fort Denison, before continuing out to Balmoral. Snack on a light lunch that includes fresh seafood, Australian cheeses and a glass of sparkling wine. During your 4-hour sail, enjoy time to swim, learn sailing basics, or simply kick back on this small-group tour limited to 20 people, which ensures an intimate experience.

Enjoy an afternoon sail on Sydney Harbour aboard a historic tall ship from the 1920s. Learn about Sydney's maritime roots and your ship's sailing history during a 90-minute cruise that provides close views of iconic sights including Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House and Fort Denison. Get great photo ops and soak up the spectacular scenery. You can even lend the crew a hand by steering the ship and hoisting the sails.

On this round-trip cruise from Perth to Fremantle, admire the riverfront scenery of Perth as you travel down the Swan River, and take a sightseeing tram tour of Fremantle to see the top landmarks of this historical port city. Then reboard the boat for the return cruise to Perth, enjoying a buffet lunch on the way.

Experience Sydney like a VIP on this private sightseeing cruise. On board your own yacht with your own captain, you can view iconic landmarks around Sydney Harbour, even stopping to fish, swim or kayak during the afternoon tour. Get great photo ops of Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Shark Island and more. The morning tour includes morning tea, and the afternoon or sunset tour come with a three-course barbecue lunch or dinner accompanied by Australian wine and beer. Linger at your favorite places on this customizable tour.

Get nostalgic as you dance to classic hits and relive the 'good old days' on-board a Retro Cruise! Admire glittering views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House on a 3.5-hour evening cruise around Sydney Harbour, while DJs spin tunes from the 70's, 80's and 90's. Along the way, tuck into a delicious buffet dinner, sip cocktails from the bar (own expense) and enjoy on-board entertainment, including great prizes and giveaways.

Watch the sunset from the deck of a luxury catamaran on a relaxing 1.5-hour evening sailing cruise from Port Douglas. As you soak in the tropical scenery, enjoy a complimentary drink and a selection of hot and cold appetizers served up by the friendly crew. Your captain steers your vessel to prime viewpoints for watching the sunset and the Coral Sea, the Low Isles and the gorgeous coastline around Port Douglas.

Watch the sunset over the Perth skyline as you float down the Swan River on this 90-minute evening cruise. Listen to the live commentary as you glide past landmarks like the Crown Casino and Old Swan Brewery, admire the glittering waterfront of Claisebrook Cove, and enjoy a complimentary glass of wine as you soak up the views.

Greet the day with a relaxing morning cruise in Sydney Harbour, complete with tea. Traveling in a motorized yacht with a small group of no more than 16 people, listen to the captain's narration as you glide past famous harbour sights like the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, shoreline villages, and scenic bays. Sip tea, coffee, or juice along the way, and be back at Circular Quay in time for lunch.