Boat tours in Sydney
Sydney looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are April and September to February, with highs around 76°F (25°C) and about 8 rainy days a month.
Photo: Benh LIEU SONG (Flickr), CC BY-SA 4.0
Top boat tours in Sydney
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Highlights CruiseFrom $27View 
Sydney Harbour Sightseeing Cruise Morning or Afternoon DepartureFrom $42View 
Whale Watching Boat Trip in SydneyFrom $106View 
30-Minute Sydney Harbour Jet Boat Ride on Thunder TwistFrom $61View 
Sydney Harbour Scenic Helicopter FlightFrom $192View 
Sydney Whale-Watching on EXTREME Speed BoatFrom $106View
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Local operators and places
Names that come up for boat tours in Sydney:
- Sydney Ferries Cruises
How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Sydney month by month
Averages for Sydney, 1991–2020; sea temperatures offshore, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 81 (27) | 80 (27) | 78 (26) | 74 (24) | 70 (21) | 65 (18) | 64 (18) | 67 (19) | 71 (22) | 74 (23) | 76 (24) | 78 (26) |
| Low °F (°C) | 68 (20) | 68 (20) | 65 (18) | 60 (15) | 54 (12) | 50 (10) | 48 (9) | 49 (10) | 54 (12) | 58 (15) | 62 (17) | 65 (18) |
| Rainy days | 8 | 9 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
| Sea °F (°C) | 73 (23) | 74 (23) | 74 (23) | 72 (22) | 70 (21) | 67 (20) | 65 (19) | 65 (18) | 65 (18) | 67 (19) | 68 (20) | 71 (21) |
| Sunset (15th) | 8:09 pm | 7:48 pm | 7:14 pm | 5:33 pm | 5:03 pm | 4:53 pm | 5:04 pm | 5:25 pm | 5:47 pm | 7:08 pm | 7:36 pm | 8:02 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Sydney?
April and September to February. Expect highs around 76°F (25°C) and about 8 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are June and July.
What time is sunset in Sydney?
Sunset comes earliest in June, around 4:53 pm, and latest in January, around 8:09 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Sydney?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
