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New Year's Eve 2026

Celebrate on Sydney Harbour in style.

"Birthdays, Weddings, Corporate Events & NYE Cruises."

Private Sydney Harbour cruises for birthdays, weddings, corporate events, engagements, Christmas parties, New Year's Eve and unforgettable celebrations aboard the luxurious Magic catamaran.

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Explore Magic

Sydney's most
loved harbour cruises.

From sunset Sydney Harbour cruises to corporate charters and the famous NYE fireworks cruise, find your perfect day on the water.

Cruise Packages

Charter Magic for any
occasion you can dream of.

From intimate sunset cruises to spectacular New Year's Eve celebrations, every Magic Cruises Sydney Harbour charter is fully private and tailored to your vision.

Packed dance floor on Magic catamaran at night with DJ, purple lights, Sydney marina behind, guests dancing around the Magic logo banner
REAL MAGIC ENERGY

When the lights go down,Magic comes alive.

Live DJ, full dance floor, panoramic harbour views and 100 of your favourite people. This is what a night on Magic really looks like, no staging, no models, just the real party.

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GUESTS
DJ
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5hr
PARTY
─ Meet The Vessel ─

The MagicCatamaran

Magic is a stunning 60-foot luxury catamaran purpose-built for Sydney Harbour celebrations. Twin hulls deliver rock-steady cruising while three generous decks give your guests room to dance, dine and soak up the world's most beautiful harbour skyline.

From the climate-controlled main saloon to the open-air sky deck with sweeping views of the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, Magic is built to make every event feel completely your own.

100
Max Guests
60ft
Length
3
Levels
The Magic catamaran charter boat cruising on Sydney Harbour

Spacious Catamaran

Twin-hull stability with three expansive levels for guests

Two Open-Air Decks

Sun-soaked top deck with 360° Sydney Harbour panoramas

Full Galley & Bar

On-board catering kitchen and licensed full-service bar

Premium Sound System

Bluetooth-ready speakers across all decks for your playlist

Beverage Packages

Tailored drinks lists from house pours to premium spirits

Climate-Controlled Saloon

Air-conditioned lower deck with floor-to-ceiling windows

Fully Survey Approved

NSW Maritime certified crew and full safety equipment

Iconic Departure Points

King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour & Circular Quay

2026 · New Year's Eve

Front row to Sydney's fireworks.

Magic Cruises is a regular participant in the famous NYE Sydney Harbour Light Parade. Two fireworks shows, full beverage package, premium canapés and DJ all night. Adult $1,250 / Child $950.

Magic catamaran interior cabin, empty, showing seating and harbour views
Empty
Magic catamaran interior full of guests celebrating a birthday
Full

Same space, empty & in full party mode

─ Where We Cruise ─

Sydney's most spectacularharbour route.

Every Magic charter is fully customisable. Cruise past the icons, anchor for a swim, or sail all the way to Manly, your skipper, your route, your day.

Sydney Opera House
Glide past the iconic sails for jaw-dropping photos.
Sydney Harbour Bridge
Cruise directly under the world-famous coathanger.
Fort Denison
Circle the historic island fort in the middle of the harbour.
Shark Island
Anchor at one of Sydney's prettiest swim spots.
Watsons Bay
Sail east past million-dollar mansions to The Gap.
Manly Beach
Cruise across the heads with ocean views to Manly.
Rose Bay
Drift past seaplanes and Sydney's most exclusive marinas.
Darling Harbour
Depart from the heart of the city at King Street Wharf.
What's on board

Everything for a legendary night.

Fully licensed bar
Beverage package $15.50 pp/hr · spirits via tab
Onboard chef
Canapés $30, $65 pp · Buffets up to $95 pp
DJ + Sound
Add a pro DJ for $550 · 2-deck sound
Photographer
Capture every moment · $650
The Magic Gallery

Real photos, one real boat.

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Real Reviews

Loved by Sydneysiders& visitors alike.

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"Our 'Magic Cruise' experience was nothing short of amazing. The Sydney skyline, stellar bar service, and gourmet dining created an unforgettable memory. The kids were having a blast admiring the sights as we explored the Harbour, and we enjoyed the food and lively atmosphere. Highly recommend!"

SB
Sofia Brichet
Family · Jun 2026

"Our wedding on Sydney Harbour was magical. From the ceremony at sunset to dancing under the stars, every moment was perfect. The Magic team handled everything flawlessly."

JT
Jessica & Tom
Wedding · Feb 2026

"We got married on Magic and it was absolute perfection. The crew were incredible, the catering was world-class, and watching the sun set behind the Opera House from our own private boat is something we'll talk about forever."

SJ
Sarah & James
Wedding · Feb 2026

"Three generations on one boat exploring Sydney Harbour. Grandkids loved the open decks, grandparents loved the climate-controlled saloon. A perfect day, beautifully run."

TN
The Nguyen Family
Family · Jan 2026
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FAQs

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The Magic catamaran is fully licensed to host up to 100 guests, making it the perfect size for intimate weddings, corporate events, milestone birthdays and private parties on Sydney Harbour. We typically recommend 60, 90 guests for a comfortable seated dining experience and up to 100 for stand-up cocktail style events.

Our primary embarkation point is King Street Wharf, Darling Harbour, a 5-minute walk from Wynyard, Town Hall and Darling Harbour parking. We can also depart from Circular Quay, Rose Bay, Manly or any private wharf on Sydney Harbour by request.

Every charter includes the exclusive use of the Magic catamaran with two full decks, professional skipper and crew, NSW Maritime safety equipment, fully licensed onboard bar, climate-controlled lower deck and open-air upper deck. Catering, beverage packages, DJ and photography are available as add-ons.

Yes, every Magic charter is fully customisable and routes are designed around your group. The most popular route glides past the Sydney Opera House, under the Sydney Harbour Bridge, around Fort Denison and Shark Island, with optional stops at Watsons Bay, Manly or Rose Bay.

Yes. Magic Cruises is one of Sydney's most popular wedding harbour cruise venues. We host ceremonies under the Harbour Bridge, golden-hour cocktail receptions and full sit-down reception cruises with onboard catering and bar service. Wedding packages start from $7,500 for a 4-hour exclusive charter.

Private charter pricing starts at $1,750 per hour with a minimum 3-hour booking. Total cost depends on guest numbers, catering, beverage packages and the date, NYE, Vivid Sydney and December bookings are premium-priced. Visit our Packages page or request a custom quote.

Yes, we offer fully BYO charters which let you bring your own catering and beverages. BYO is one of the most affordable ways to charter the Magic, especially for buck's parties, hen's parties and casual celebrations. A modest service fee and corkage applies.

Absolutely, Magic Cruises is a regular participant in the famous NYE Sydney Harbour Light Parade with front-row seats to the 9pm and midnight fireworks. We also run nightly Vivid Sydney light cruises during the festival (May 23, June 14). Both sell out 6+ months in advance.

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