Sailing Trips in Australia

Live the high-life as you cruise around Sydney Harbour on your very own luxury yacht or catamaran. Set sail for a private cruise, enjoying iconic views of Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House, gliding past the waterfront celebrity mansions and spotting sights such as Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, and Luna Park. Best of all, with your private charter and personal skipper, you can tailor your itinerary to your preferences. Opt to dine on board (own expense), cool off with a swim, or simply enjoy sunbathing on deck.

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.

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.

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.

Marvel over colourful corals and schools of tropical fish on this 5.5-hour tour of the Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas. Set sail for a thrilling cruise around the Low Isles by luxury catamaran, including a delicious afternoon tea served on-board. Enjoy free time to swim or snorkel at the beaches or join a guided snorkeling tour or glass-bottom boat cruise, and learn more about the reef's myriad sea life. This cruise is limited 33 passengers and includes hotel pick-up and snorkeling gear.

Experience the urban coastline of Sydney from the decks of a sailboat during this 3-hour sailing excursion. Get views of iconic city sights such as the Sydney Harbour Bridge and the Sydney Opera House, then stop for a swim in Athol Bay. Take the wheel and learn some sailing basics under the watchful gaze of your captain. Outside food and drinks welcome on board during your journey.

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.

Join an expert sailing crew aboard a 58-foot luxury yacht in Sydney Harbour for a twilight race between Rushcutters Bay and Watsons Bay. The crew provides safety and sailing instruction for this 3-hour sailing experience, and you can choose to participate in sailing the boat or simply enjoy the thrilling ride. Watch the sun set over Sydney as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge light up for the night.

Discover the glittering waters and sandy beaches of the Gold Coast on this 2-hour luxury sailboat cruise. Sip a complimentary glass of sparkling wine and tuck into appetizers as you set sail along the Gold Coast Broadwater, passing waterfront landmarks like the Marina Mirage, Wave Break Island and Surfers Paradise. Alternatively, upgrade to include a delicious 2-course lunch on-board and indulge in a lavish seafood platter. This small-group tour is limited to 10 participants, ensuring an intimate experience.

Sail on a two-masted schooner from Cairns to Green Island for a full day of snorkeling, swimming and scuba diving on the Great Barrier Reef. Have a choice of options for exploring Green Island, spending time in the water around the magnificent coral reefs, walking in the rainforest or lazing on the white sandy beaches. Enjoy the expertise of the superb crew, in addition to buffet lunch, morning and afternoon tea and a glass of sparkling wine as you cruise back to Cairns.

Sail around Sydney on the impeccably restored 'James Craig' - an authentic square-rigged ship that offers sailing adventures only twice per month. Morning tea, picnic lunch and afternoon tea are all included during your 6-hour cruise (afternoon tea and coffee included for the 5-hour adventure), which details fascinating stories from your ship's history and Sydney's maritime past. Embark on a lovely route around Sydney Harbour that goes past Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House before venturing into the open waters of the Pacific Ocean. Choose to sail for five or six hours on this must-do Sydney experience.

Sail through the Whitsunday Islands on a classic yacht from Airlie Beach. Sit back and relax or lend a hand with the sailing of the Lady Enid on the way to stops such as Whitehaven Beach Betty's Beach, and Hill Inlet. Snorkel around the Island Reefs and enjoy morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea between activities. During the sunset sail back to port, sip sparkling wine and munch on appetizers.

Ride to the Low Isles on this Great Barrier Reef sailing and snorkeling cruise from Port Douglas. You'll enjoy a full day relaxing on white-sand beaches, snorkeling and sailing the reef in a glass-bottom boat. With an expert marine biologist as your guide, explore pristine tropical waters filled with marine life. You're served a buffet lunch by an attentive crew aboard a luxury catamaran, limited to 33 passengers.

Experience Hobart from the water on a 3-hour sailing tour by ocean-racing yacht. As you glide along the River Derwent, admire the city's coastal scenery, look for wildlife and help the crew with tasks like trimming the sails or grinding the winch. Or, simply relax and enjoy the fresh air. Gourmet snacks will be served while you listen to tales about sailing on the high seas.

Spend a day on Hobart's surround waters aboard a veteran sailboat of the famous Sydney to Hobart yacht race. As you cruise across the natural harbor and along the River Derwent, watch for marine life like dolphins and seals, and admire views of historical Hobart landmarks and the natural coastal scenery. You'll visit waterways like Storm Bay or the D'Entrecasteaux Channel, go swimming off the yacht, fish, discover secluded beaches and more. Lunch and morning and afternoon tea are included.

Each year the Great Whale Migration sees thousands of Humpback and Southern Right Whales swim close to the coastline around Sydney. Coral Trekker, one of Sydney Harbour Tall Ships historic vessels, operates whale watching cruises during this incredible migration to allow people to see the whales up close in their natural environment.Experience a 5-hour cruise outside the heads and enjoy with some tasty food. To top off the experience, get a FREE mast climb!Experience the thrill of real tall ship sailing. The freedom of the open sea and the camaraderie with your fellow guests and the crew as you set sail on a tall ship is unforgettable. 

Discover the Whitsunday Islands on a sailing day trip from Port. You can swim in the turquoise water, soak up the salty sea air as you zoom across the water by high-speed catamaran and be wowed by the islands' most famous natural sight, Whitehaven Beach. Lunch, snacks and refreshments are included throughout the day.

Explore the UNESCO-listed Daintree Rainforest, then discover the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef on this full-day tour from Port Douglas. Take part in an Aboriginal welcome ceremony, then set out on a fascinating Dreamtime walk through the Mossman Gorge, including a traditional bush tea. Then, set sail on a catamaran cruise to the Low Isles, where you can choose to snorkel amid the colorful corals, take a cruise on a glass-bottomed boat or relax on the beach. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people and includes hotel pick-up.

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.

Experience Sydney Harbour on a 2-hour sunset sailing cruise aboard a majestic sailing yacht. You'll depart from Rose Bay and cruise past sights including Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge. Enjoy a selection of Australian wine, beer or soft drinks, and a gourmet cheese platter served during the cruise.