FORT DENISON

Here is a completely new and unique way to discover Sydney Harbour. Feel the thrill of Australia’s most exciting jet boat with the Thunder Thrill Ride. Meet your captain and undergo a safety briefing before you hop aboard for an exhilarating 30-minute ride. Hold on tight and scream with delight as you reach speeds of up to 75 kilometers per hour. With 270-degree spins, wild fishtails, slides, and power brake stops, the ride will pump adrenaline into your veins, leaving you with an ecstatic feeling. In between all the splashing and the tricks, you will also get to witness iconic Sydney Harbour attractions like the Opera House, Fort Denison, Mrs. Macquarie’s Chair, Harbour Islands, the exclusive suburbs of Watsons Bay and Rose Bay, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park and more!

Enjoy Sydney’s best sightseeing cruise that showcases the most landmark sights in and around the harbor! Your journey will take you through the old and the new, the exciting sights and characters along the waterfront, all made more colorful through a series of stories. The cruise route will vary depending on what’s happening at the harbor. However, rest assured that every boat will show you the best highlights of the city. Think Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Royal Botanic Gardens, Garden Island Naval base, Taronga Zoo, Government House, palatial waterfront homes, and Fort Denison among others. Since the pace is relaxed, you will have enough time to click a selfie against picturesque backgrounds and soak in the best possible views from the spacious outdoor decks and vast viewing windows. Sample a Modern bar menu including modern Australian tapas plates, premium cocktails, and a comprehensive beverage selection all available for purchase. Enjoy the opulence of this cruise and learn more about Sydney in this one-of-a-kind experience!

Watch the humpback whale migration unfold right in front of your eyes as you sail from Sydney Harbor to the open Pacific Ocean onboard a catamaran in 20 minutes. Zip through the harbor to the main ocean at top knot speed, which means less travel time through the harbor and more time watching whales. Marvel at the iconic sights of Sydney on your way, sailing past the Sydney Harbor Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, Fort Denison National Park, and Shark Island. The main attraction awaits as your captain will take you to the best spots out in open water to see the humpback whales in all their glory, so don't forget your camera! Whale-watching: education and information all rolled into one! Your whale-watching experience is much more than just a tour as your crew on this cruise are experienced and will delve into the significance of the humpback whales and their annual autumn migration to warmer waters in the Pacific. Discover facts about the Pacific and marine life with multimedia presentations on screens that you can enjoy from the comfort of a climate-controlled cabin, or viewing decks onboard. Happy whale watching! This tour is operated by Captain Cook. Optional upgrades Enhance your Sydney adventure by upgrading your ticket to include Taronga Zoo entry or a flexible 2-day hop-on hop-off pass. The Whale Watching cruise departs at 9:30am from Circular Quay Wharf 6, arriving at Taronga Zoo around 11:55am. Explore the zoo at your leisure before returning to Circular Quay by ferry, all on the same day. Alternatively, choose the hop-on hop-off pass to experience Sydney like a local, cruising the Harbour highway. This pass offers carefully selected destinations on an easy-to-follow timetable, allowing you to visit iconic spots such as Taronga Zoo, Shark Island, Watsons Bay, and Manly.

This acclaimed speedboat experience of the Red Shark Jetboat Cruise is one for the books! Departing hourly from Circular Quay's East Pontoon, you’re guaranteed an almost instant rush of adrenaline. Board the vessels, fitted with state-of-the-art safety equipment. As the red shark boats blast across the Sydney Harbor, make sure to hold on tight and embrace the thrills on this 30-minute ride. Fish-tail past the stunning harbor foreshore and enjoy 270-degree spins that will take your breath away. Weatherproof clothing is provided to each guest, ensuring passenger comfort is of the essence. Between all the excitement, make sure you note Sydney’s many attractions, like the Sydney Opera House, the iconic Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Rose Bay, Goat Island, the affluent Quarter, Taronga Zoo, and many more!