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Spend three private hours sailing Pittwater from Palm Beach with a professional skipper. Anchor at secluded beaches, snorkel clear bays, and pass Barrenjoey Headland and Lion Island on a relaxed, customizable cruise.
Spend three private hours sailing Pittwater from Palm Beach with a professional skipper. Anchor at secluded beaches, snorkel clear bays, and pass Barrenjoey Headland and Lion Island on a relaxed, customizable cruise.
The bow parts glassy water as you leave Palm Beach Wharf; wind finds the sails and the coast slides into a calmer scale of blue. On a three-hour private skippered charter you can lean into the forward rail, help trim a sheet, or simply stretch out on the foredeck while the yacht carves a route through Pittwater toward Barrenjoey Headland and Ku-ring-gai Chase.
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Operated by Taylor Made Escapes · Palm Beach, New South Wales
The bow parts glassy water as you leave Palm Beach Wharf; wind finds the sails and the coast slides into a calmer scale of blue. On a three-hour private skippered charter you can lean into the forward rail, help trim a sheet, or simply stretch out on the foredeck while the yacht carves a route through Pittwater toward Barrenjoey Headland and Ku-ring-gai Chase.
This coastline carries coastal sandstone cliffs and sheltered bays shaped by ancient rivers and episodic sea-level rise. Barrenjoey Lighthouse, built in the late 19th century, watches the entrance to Broken Bay; across the water lie pockets of Aboriginal heritage and century-old coastal settlements accessible mostly by boat. Wildlife is active here — seals loaf on sunlit rocks and wallabies shelter in foreshore scrub — and the national park’s geology reveals layered sandstone platforms and sheltered lagoons.
Practically, expect a mix of gentle sailing and sheltered anchoring. The skipper handles navigation and safety; guests can participate with simple, guided tasks or stay relaxed. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light windproof layer — sea breezes sharpen fast. There are swim stops at secluded beaches and shallow lagoons reachable only by water, and snorkeling gear is provided.
Timing matters: calm mornings favor a glassy cruise; afternoons bring steadier breeze and chop near Broken Bay. Parking at Pittwater Park or public transit from Manly and the city are straightforward. The experience balances quiet bays for swimming with open-water passages past West Head and Lion Island for those who want a little roll underfoot.
moderate.
3 hours.
Moderate — able to move on a heeling deck, climb a low gangway, and swim if participating in water stops.
No — trips are skippered and the crew will guide any guest who wants to help; no prior experience required.
Yes — snorkeling equipment is provided and the skipper will anchor at calm, shallow spots suitable for swimming.
Departures begin at Palm Beach Ferry Wharf; metered parking is available in Pittwater Park next to the wharf and public transport links include the 199 bus and ferry options.
Trips can be cancelled due to poor weather; for a full refund cancel at least 24 hours before departure per the provider’s policy.
Barrenjoey Lighthouse (completed 1881) marks the entrance to Broken Bay; much of the western Pittwater shoreline lies within Ku‑ring‑gai Chase National Park, one of NSW’s earliest protected areas.
Use reef‑safe products, carry out all rubbish, and follow skipper guidance on anchoring to avoid seagrass beds and protected sites.
Taylor Made Escapes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The bow parts glassy water as you leave Palm Beach Wharf; wind finds the sails and the coast slides into a calmer scale of blue. On a three-hour private skippered charter you can lean into the forward rail, help trim a sheet, or simply stretch out on the foredeck while the yacht carves a route through Pittwater toward Barrenjoey Headland and Ku-ring-gai Chase.
The bow parts glassy water as you leave Palm Beach Wharf; wind finds the sails and the coast slides into a calmer scale of blue. On a three-hour private skippered charter you can lean into the forward rail, help trim a sheet, or simply stretch out on the foredeck while the yacht carves a route through Pittwater toward Barrenjoey Headland and Ku-ring-gai Chase.
This coastline carries coastal sandstone cliffs and sheltered bays shaped by ancient rivers and episodic sea-level rise. Barrenjoey Lighthouse, built in the late 19th century, watches the entrance to Broken Bay; across the water lie pockets of Aboriginal heritage and century-old coastal settlements accessible mostly by boat. Wildlife is active here — seals loaf on sunlit rocks and wallabies shelter in foreshore scrub — and the national park’s geology reveals layered sandstone platforms and sheltered lagoons.
Practically, expect a mix of gentle sailing and sheltered anchoring. The skipper handles navigation and safety; guests can participate with simple, guided tasks or stay relaxed. Bring reef-safe sunscreen, a hat, and a light windproof layer — sea breezes sharpen fast. There are swim stops at secluded beaches and shallow lagoons reachable only by water, and snorkeling gear is provided.
Timing matters: calm mornings favor a glassy cruise; afternoons bring steadier breeze and chop near Broken Bay. Parking at Pittwater Park or public transit from Manly and the city are straightforward. The experience balances quiet bays for swimming with open-water passages past West Head and Lion Island for those who want a little roll underfoot.