Sydney Captain Cook cruises

Enjoy live music and scenic harbour views from the Sydney 2000 super-cruiser this afternoon.

• Starting point: Board the Sydney 2000 super-cruiser at Sydney Harbour for your lunch departure.
• Everything you get: Settle in for a 2.5 or 4-hour lunch cruise aboard the AC Sydney 2000 super-cruiser as it circles Sydney Harbour. Take in waterfront views throughout the journey while live musicians perform on Saturdays and Sundays during your sailing for a leisurely midday break.
• Sights covered: Circular route across Sydney Harbour, with views of the skyline, bridges, and waterfront neighbourhoods from the water.
• Why choose this: Choose between 2 or 3 courses and standard or window seating so your lunch cruise matches your appetite and budget.
• Upgrades: Upgrade to a guaranteed window seat for harbour views, and choose between 2 or 3-course menus to match how much you want to eat.

Inclusions

• 2.5 or 4-hour lunch cruise
• AC super-cruiser Sydney 2000
• Live music on Sat-Sun
• 2-course meal or 3-course meal [as per option selected]
• Guaranteed window seat [as per option selected]
• 2-course lunch menu here
• 3-course lunch menu here

Exclusions

• Alcoholic beverages

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Assistance animals: Assistance dogs and pets are allowed if they remain in a suitable box, basket, or container at all times while onboard.

What’s not allowed

• Dress code: Wear smart casual clothing on board this cruise.

Additional information

• Age requirement: Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• Onboard bar: A fully licensed bar is available where you can purchase additional drinks and snacks.
• Sea sickness: If you are prone to motion or sea sickness, take medication recommended by your doctor before boarding.
• Dietary options: The meal includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

• Best for luxury seekers who want an elevated dining experience paired with premium Penfolds wines, all while cruising Sydney Harbour.
• Book this if you want an exclusive, 5-course gourmet dinner with nighttime views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, perfect for a special occasion.
• What’s unique: You’ll be treated to hand-picked wines from Penfolds, paired with fresh salads, scallops, and dessert.
• Icing on the cake: Upgrade to a window seat on this Captain Cook cruise for guaranteed views of Sydney’s glittering skyline.

Inclusions

• 3-hour Sydney Harbour luxury dinner cruise
• Cruise on AC super-cruiser Sydney 2000
• 5-course dinner (see menu here)
• Penfolds' Gold beverage selection
• Penfolds' private bin and vintage wines
• House spirits, liqueurs, beers, and soft drinks
• Live music on weekends
• Guaranteed window seating (if option selected)

• Tip: Don't miss the smaller sights like glowing lighthouses, illuminated forts, or the twinkling boats bobbing on the water.
• The meal includes vegetarian and gluten-free options.
• Children under 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible.
• Assistance dogs and pets are allowed, provided they are restrained in a suitable box, basket, or other container at all times whilst onboard.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Whale watching cruise with option to add Taronga Zoo or HOHO ferry pass.

• Starting point: Circular Quay.
• Everything you get: 2.5-hour cruise aboard a modern catamaran, expert commentary, accessible facilities, and a whale sighting guarantee—rebook free if no whales are seen.
• Why choose this: Operated by Captain Cook Cruises—one of Sydney’s most trusted names in sightseeing and marine experiences.
• Sights: Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House, plus humpback whales, with occasional appearances by dolphins, fur seals, and seabirds.
• Upgrades: Add entry to Taronga Zoo with return ferry or a 2-day Sydney Harbour hop-on hop-off pass for more value and flexibility.

Inclusions

• 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise
• Expert commentary
• Indoor & outdoor seating
• Whale sighting guarantee: free rebooking within the season if no whales spotted

With Taronga Zoo (if option selected)

• Entry to Taronga Zoo
• Return Rocket ferry to Circular Quay

With 2-day hop-on-hop-off ferry pass (if option selected)

• 2-day Sydney Harbour hop-on hop-off pass
• Smartphone commentary
• Printed map & highlights

What to bring

Whale watching cruise

• Pack your seasickness meds – better to be prepared, just in case they’re not available onsite.

What's not allowed

Whale watching cruise

• Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the cruise.

Taronga Zoo

• Animal costume, ball, balloon, scooter, skateboards, rollerblades, apparatus alcohol, audio equipment, or musical instrument is not allowed inside Toranga Zoo.
• Please refrain from touching animals, feeding animals, throwing objects, damaging structures or signs, lighting fires, or littering.

Accessibility

Whale watching cruise

• This experience is accessible by wheelchairs.
• All vessels are fitted with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on this experience.

Sydney Harbour HOHO pass

• The entrance level deck of rocket ferries is wheelchair accessible with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on this experience.

Additional information

• Please complete this form prior to arrival to ensure a smooth check-in and boarding process.
• Dress snug in warm layers; the ocean is known to have a chilly twist in the weather.

Whale watching cruise

• The Whale Guarantee applies when a whale is not sighted during your cruise. Cruise again in the same season for free on a standby basis confirmed 24 hours prior, subject to availability.
• The cruise is subject to weather conditions.
• All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Sydney Harbour HOHO pass

• The HOHO pass is valid for two days and commences from the date of the whale-watching cruise.

Taronga Zoo

• You can download the Taronga Zoo map from here.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Best for travelers who want the freedom to explore Sydney’s top attractions, like Taronga Zoo, Manly, and Shark Island, at their own pace.
• Book this if you want a hassle-free, flexible way to see the best of Sydney Harbour, with multiple stops so you can hop on and off as you please.
• What’s unique: This Captain Cook cruise gives you access to waterfront destinations without being locked into a set schedule with a 1 or 2-day pass.
• Icing on the cake: Opt for a combo pass with Taronga Zoo entry, allowing you to cruise to the zoo and see Sydney’s wildlife, with one package.

Inclusions

• 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off unlimited cruise (based on option selected)
• Access to 2 routes (Mon to Fri & Sat to Sun with public holidays)
• Access to indoor and outdoor decks
• Smartphone commentary in English, French, Italian, German, Japanese, Korean, Chinese & Hindi
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Entry to Taronga Zoo (based on option selected)
• Return ferry trip from Circular Quay or Darling Harbour (based on option selected)

Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points, and here for the timetable.
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Hop-on Hop-off Cruise Route
Hop onboard to skip the traffic and travel between the city center, the world-famous zoo, and the surf-side beaches of the north.

Schedule
Mon to Fri

• First cruise: 7:35am from Circular Quay - Wharf 6
• Last cruise: 6:40pm from Circular Quay - Wharf 6
• Frequency: approx every 60 mins
• Popular stops: Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, Darling Harbour

Sat, Sun & public holidays

• First cruise: 9:35am from Darling Harbour - King St Wharf 1
• Last cruise: 5:05pm from Darling Harbour - King St Wharf 1
• Frequency: approx every 30-60 mins
• Popular stops: Circular Quay, Taronga Zoo, Watsons Bay

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.