Celebrate Australia Day aboard Vagabond Cruises with a 3-hour feast on Sydney Harbour, complete with seafood, live music, and stunning fireworks views of the Opera House and Circular Quay.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; minimal physical exertion required
Wildlife
History
Sydney Harbour has been a central gathering and travel point since 1788, deeply significant to the local Gadigal people of the Eora Nation as well as Australia's colonial history.
Conservation
Vagabond Cruises promotes sustainable tourism by minimizing waste on board and supporting local marine conservation initiatives, helping protect the harbour’s delicate ecosystem.
Vagabond Cruises
Celebrate Australia Day aboard Vagabond Cruises with a 3-hour feast on Sydney Harbour, complete with seafood, live music, and stunning fireworks views of the Opera House and Circular Quay.
Vagabond Cruises is a Sydney-based cruise operator that runs themed and event cruises on Sydney Harbour. The company offers a wide range of experiences including retro party nights, holiday dinners, race-day viewing cruises, family lunches, and transfer services to major sporting events. Many voyages feature seafood and carvery buffets, live music or DJs, licensed bars, and outdoor viewing decks for harbour sights.
Popular experiences include Retro Party Cruise with 80s and 90s music and a nostalgic candy bar; Boxing Day Lunch Cruise timed to view the Rolex Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race; Melbourne Cup Lunch Cruise with live race coverage on large screens; and New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise with an extended evening program and premium bar.
Seasonal events span Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, Australia Day, Halloween, Father’s Day, and Valentine’s Day, while special offerings include the NRL Grand Final Pre-Game Cruise & Transfer that combines a harbour cruise with a chartered bus transfer to Stadium Australia.
Vagabond Cruises serves groups, families, and event-goers seeking themed entertainment, buffet dining, and harbour views. Services listed include canapés, buffets, bottomless drinks on selected departures, live commentary, and race-day sweepstakes. All cruises operate from Sydney Harbour, New South Wales, and focus on delivering celebratory and sightseeing experiences across major holidays and sporting dates. For booking details, departure times, and accessibility information, consult official Vagabond Cruises listings and the Adventure Collective feature. Schedules, menus and booking terms vary by departure and are detailed on Vagabond Cruises official pages and booking confirmations.
Location
Sydney, New South Wales
Operates on Sydney Harbour.
Trips Offered
18 experiences
Seasonal, holiday and themed cruises.
Event Types
Holiday & Special Events
Holidays, parties, races and transfers.
Audience
Groups & Celebrations
Parties, families and corporate events.
Choose a themed lunch, dinner or party cruise and secure tickets for special events and holidays on Sydney Harbour.
Book Early for Best Seating
Australia Day cruises fill quickly; reserve early to secure outdoor deck seating for optimal fireworks views.
Dress for Evening Harbour Breezes
Even summer nights on Sydney Harbour can be cool; bring a light jacket to stay comfortable outside.
Arrive 30 Minutes Early
Allow time for boarding and settling in before the cruise departs to avoid missing any part of the festivities.
Check Dietary Needs in Advance
While the buffet offers varied options, notify Vagabond Cruises ahead if you have allergies or special dietary requests.
Light Jacket
Provides comfort against cooling harbour breezes after sunset.
summer
Camera or Smartphone
Capture the fireworks and iconic Sydney skyline from the water.
Comfortable Footwear
Non-slip shoes will keep you steady on potentially wet or moving decks.
Sunscreen
Useful for protection during pre-sunset hours on deck.
summer