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Sydney Harbour
NYE Fireworks Cruises
Get ready for an unforgettable NYE celebration! We have the largest collection of New Year's Eve cruises in Sydney – rest assured there's something for every partygoer! From family-friendly cruises and luxury yacht parties to popular dining and entertainment cruises, our options are as impressive as the fireworks!
These Sydney New Year's Eve cruises combine all the right party elements to make your night one for the books! Find all-inclusive party packages with delectable food, premium beverage packages, live music or DJ, and of course, spectacular fireworks views!
Watch both the 9pm and Midnight Fireworks shows aboard the Sydney Harbour NYE cruises. Some of the boats have access to the special exclusion zone designated by the NSW Maritime Authority. So, reserve your seats early and watch the world’s best fireworks show from the best vantage point! Book now to take advantage of our early bird prices!
The 2024 New Year’s Eve program is yet to be released. Find last year’s schedule below:
Smoking Ceremony (7.30pm)
The NYE program officially kicks off with a symbolic ritual of unity and purification, smouldering native plants on ‘Tribal Warrior’ vessels.
Pylon Projections & Lighting Effects (8.30pm)
Dazzling projections come alive on the pylons of the legendary Sydney Harbour Bridge, complemented by special lighting effects on the eastern side, lighting up the harbour foreshore.
Welcome to Country (8:57pm)
Elders of the Metropolitan Local Aboriginal Land Council welcome visitors to the Gadigal land in this cultural ceremony.
Calling Country Fireworks Show (9pm)
A family-friendly fireworks display celebrating the sky, land and sea with an exclusive soundtrack, dance performances and projections.
Sydney Harbour Lights (9.15pm)
A parade of boats adorned with lights navigate the harbour to create a stunning visual spectacle.
Midnight Fireworks Show
Ring in the New Year with the world’s best fireworks show, launched from the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and other iconic landmarks, all perfectly synchronised to an exclusive soundtrack.
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SEADECK New Years Eve Cruise On Sydney Harbour
Celebrate New Year’s Eve on this boat with Mediterrenean-inspired decks. Enjoy the both the iconic fireworks shows, premium drinks, canapes & DJ music.
From $1000
$1100
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Blue Room Sydney New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate new beginnings by cruising along Sydney Harbour on a popular glass boat NYE cruise. Canapes, buffet, unlimited drinks, DJ & more!
Duration 5hr 30min
From $1250
$1350
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MV Fusion Sydney New Year’s Eve Cruise
An exciting NYE celebration awaits you on this luxury catamaran cruise with the best views of the 9pm & Midnight Fireworks shows, buffet, drinks & DJ.
Duration 6hr 30min
From $1200
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MV Bennelong New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
Cinema-themed NYE cruise on the harbour where you can enjoy roaming canapés, grazing tables, drinks, DJ and both the 9pm & Midnight Fireworks shows!
Duration 5hr 30min
From $1125
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Corroboree Luxury Yacht New Year's Eve Cruise
Limited seats! Celebrate NYE with an exclusive group on this luxury yacht — enjoy canapés & buffet, bottomless drinks & best fireworks views.
Duration 6hr
From $1950
NSW3235
Clearview New Year's Eve Fireworks Cruise
Welcome the New Year in grand fashion on the luxury all-glass vessel ‘Clearview’, complete with a deluxe 5-course dinner, premium drinks & dazzling fireworks shows!
Duration 7hr 45min
From $1600
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Luxury Yacht New Year’s Eve Cruise
Spend New Year’s Eve with an elite few on this luxury yacht complete with a gourmet dinner, free-flowing drinks & best fireworks views. Filling fast!
Duration 6hr
From $1950
NSW3268
Coast New Year’s Eve Sydney Harbour Cruise
Experience the magic of Sydney’s New Year fireworks show on board this modern catamaran, complete with a canape-style dinner, drinks, DJ & more.
Duration 6hr
From $1300
NSW3278
NYE Eclipse Fireworks Cruise
Ring in 2025 from the waters & enjoy mesmerising fireworks views aboard a multi-level party boat with gourmet dinner, premium drinks & DJ.
Duration 6hr
From $895
$950
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Morpheus Sydney New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
Watch both the 9pm and Midnight Fireworks displays on this luxury cruising vessel with 360° views! Free seating layout. Dinner & drinks included.
Duration 6hr
From $950
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Karisma II Sydney New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
The newest boat on Sydney Harbour is all set to entertain you on New Year’s Eve. Fresh canape menu, free-flowing drinks, DJ & more!
Duration 6hr 30min
From $1300
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Fantasea NYE 9pm Fireworks Cruise - BYO
Perfect NYE cruise for families – join ‘Ocean Dreaming 2’ to enjoy incredible views of the 9pm Sydney NYE Fireworks show. BYO food. Bar available.
Duration 2hr
From $402
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Fantasea NYE Midnight Fireworks Cruise - BYO
Pack your favourite food & bring your friends to this NYE harbour cruise & watch the iconic Midnight Fireworks Show from the ample viewing decks.
Duration 2hr
From $575
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Vagabond MV Spirit NYE Dinner Cruise
A thrilling NYE party on a modern catamaran with all-night DJ, light show, 5-course menu, premium beverages & spectacular view of the fireworks shows!
Duration 6hr
From $950
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Aussie Magic Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise
Join this NYE cruise to witness Sydney’s iconic Midnight Fireworks show on the harbour, with cocktail-style dining, drinks, DJ and music.
Duration 6hr
From $900
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Fleetwing II New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise
Countdown to the New Year on this all-inclusive NYE party aboard a luxury catamaran & watch the famous Sydney fireworks shows. Dinner & drinks incl.
Duration 7hr
From $999
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Riverboat Postman Sydney New Year’s Eve Cruise
All-inclusive NYE experience on the famous Hawkesbury Riverboat to watch the iconic fireworks show from the exclusion zone. Seafood buffet menu.
Duration 6hr
From $820
NSW3076
Paddlewheel Lounge Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise
The Showboat’s Paddlewheel Lounge is an exclusive NYE party venue on the harbour offering a 5-course dinner, bottomless drinks, & spectacular fireworks views.
Duration 7hr
From $1300
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Vagabond MV Princess NYE Dinner Cruise
Countdown to midnight on this NYE cruise on Sydney Harbour complete with an all-night DJ & light show, 5-course dinner, drinks & fireworks views!
Duration 6hr
From $775
NSW3036
Sydney Showboat NYE Fireworks Cruise
Celebrate New Year’s Eve on the famous Sydney Showboat harbour cruise with a 5-course dinner, premium drinks, live cabaret and NYE fireworks displays.
Duration 7hr
From $1600
NSW3038
Sydney New Year's Eve Magistic Fireworks Cruise
Wine, dine and dance your way into the New Year on Sydney’s favourite cruising catamaran with spectacular views of the NYE fireworks — all-inclusive package.
Duration 6hr 30min
From $1450
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Magistic Premium New Year’s Eve Cruise
Cruise on the Top Deck of a multi-million dollar catamaran for an exclusive ‘wine, dine & dance’ experience with best views of the Sydney NYE fireworks.
Duration 6hr 30min
From $1750
NSW3073
Showboat Art Decko Sydney NYE Fireworks Cruise
All-inclusive NYE celebration on the Art Decko of Sydney Showboat with fantastic fireworks views, deluxe dinner, bottomless drinks, DJ & dancing.
Duration 7hr
From $1400
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South Passage New Year’s Eve Cruise
Celebrate NYE on a modern 100ft gaff-rigged schooner with traditional good looks, and enjoy prime views of the harbour and spectacular NYE fireworks!
Duration 7hr
From $695
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Fantasea Avalon NYE 9pm Fireworks Cruise - BYO
Cruise on the ‘Avalon’ and ring in the New Year with Sydney’s 9pm fireworks show. Two levels of outdoor viewing decks. BYO food. Licensed bar.
Duration 2hr 25min
From $575
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