New Year’s Eve Sydney Harbour Water Taxi
Experience Sydney’s spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks from the water. Choose a shared 9:00 pm or midnight fireworks experience, or book your own private water taxi charter for one of the biggest nights of the year on Sydney Harbour.
See Sydney’s New Year’s Eve fireworks from the water
After boarding, we travel through Sydney Harbour and take in the New Year’s Eve atmosphere, city lights and illuminated vessels.
Before the fireworks begin, the skipper will position the vessel as close as safely and legally permitted to the official exclusion zone, based on harbour conditions and directions in place on the night.
From the harbour, guests can enjoy views around the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and fireworks display before returning to the agreed wharf after the display.
- 9:00 pm and midnight fireworks options
- Shared and private experiences
- Opera House and Harbour Bridge views
- Indoor and outdoor vessel areas
- BYO drinks welcome
- Fireworks soundtrack where available
An unforgettable way to welcome the new year
Sydney Harbour on New Year’s Eve is unlike an ordinary night on the water. The harbour fills with illuminated vessels and the city becomes the backdrop for one of Sydney’s biggest annual celebrations.
Our shared New Year’s Eve services are deliberately operated with smaller passenger numbers so guests have more room aboard and a better opportunity to enjoy the fireworks.
Whether you choose the earlier 9:00 pm display, midnight fireworks or your own private charter, the harbour itself becomes part of the experience.
More room aboard for better viewing
Although our vessels are licensed to carry 21 and 28 passengers, we significantly reduce passenger numbers for the shared New Year’s Eve fireworks services.
This provides additional room aboard and gives guests a better opportunity to move between the indoor and outdoor areas of the vessel.
Important New Year’s Eve information
Official Fireworks Audio
During the fireworks we tune into the official synchronised soundtrack via radio where available.
Music On Board
For the remainder of the journey, music can be played aboard at a reasonable volume.
Bring Your Own Drinks
BYO drinks are welcome aboard. Guests must drink responsibly and follow reasonable skipper and crew instructions.
Three-Step Ladder
Boarding and disembarking at the shared Woolloomooloo pickup requires use of a three-step ladder. Crew can assist passengers when boarding.
Enjoy The Night Responsibly
Passengers who are heavily intoxicated, behave inappropriately or refuse reasonable instructions may be refused boarding or removed from the service.
Skipper Instructions
Sydney Harbour is exceptionally busy on New Year’s Eve. All passengers must follow skipper and crew instructions throughout the service.
Payment & New Year’s Eve Cancellation Policy
A 20% non-refundable booking and administration fee applies to all bookings from the time the booking is placed.
For the 2026 New Year’s Eve services, the remaining payment is scheduled to be processed on 1 December 2026. A valid credit card is required to secure your booking or seats.
Due to limited availability, special-event operating requirements and New Year’s Eve demand, once the remaining payment has been processed the booking is strictly non-refundable.
Passengers who are refused boarding due to heavy intoxication, inappropriate behaviour or failure to follow reasonable skipper or crew instructions will not be entitled to a refund.
Woolloomooloo Wharf – directly outside China Doll
The shared 9:00 pm and midnight New Year’s Eve services depart from Woolloomooloo , directly in front of China Doll restaurant.
For the easiest directions, open the exact pickup point in Google Maps using the button below.
Open Woolloomooloo Pickup in Google Maps
You can also use these coordinates:
-33.868456, 151.220066Please copy the coordinates exactly, including the minus sign. Your final booking confirmation should always be used as the official boarding instruction.
Boarding and disembarking at this location requires use of a three-step ladder.
New Year’s Eve Sydney Harbour water taxi
How much is the shared 9:00 pm fireworks experience?
The shared 9:00 pm fireworks experience is $500 per person, with an 8:30 pm pickup from Woolloomooloo directly outside China Doll. The experience is approximately one hour.
How much is the shared midnight fireworks experience?
The shared midnight fireworks experience is $675 per person, with an 11:30 pm pickup from Woolloomooloo directly outside China Doll. The experience is approximately one hour.
How much is a private 9:00 pm fireworks charter?
The private 9:00 pm fireworks charter is $5,000 for up to 12 passengers for approximately 1.5 hours. Additional passengers are $400 per person.
How much is a private midnight fireworks charter?
The private midnight fireworks charter is $8,000 for up to 12 passengers for approximately 1.5 hours. Additional passengers are $500 per person.
Where do the shared New Year’s Eve services depart?
Both shared services depart from Woolloomooloo , directly outside China Doll restaurant. A direct Google Maps link is provided in the pickup section above.
Can private charters pick up from another location?
Yes. Suitable eastern harbour pickup locations may be used for private charters. Manly pickups attract an additional charge. Exact arrangements are confirmed with your booking.
How many passengers are on the shared boats?
Although our vessels are licensed for 21 and 28 passengers, the shared New Year’s Eve capacity is reduced to approximately 14 guests on the 21-passenger vessel and 20 guests on the 28-passenger vessel.
Can we bring our own drinks?
Yes. BYO drinks are welcome. Passengers must drink responsibly and follow reasonable skipper and crew instructions.
Is there music aboard?
Yes. Music can be played aboard, and during the fireworks we tune into the official synchronised soundtrack via radio where available.
Can you guarantee the exact fireworks viewing position?
No. Sydney Harbour is heavily controlled on New Year’s Eve. The skipper positions the vessel as close as safely and legally permitted to the official exclusion zone, based on harbour conditions and directions in place on the night.
Is there a non-refundable booking fee?
Yes. A 20% non-refundable booking and administration fee applies from the time the booking is placed.
Are 2026 New Year’s Eve bookings refundable?
The 20% booking and administration fee is non-refundable from the time of booking. For the 2026 New Year’s Eve services, the remaining payment is scheduled for 1 December 2026. Once processed, the New Year’s Eve booking is strictly non-refundable.
How do I reserve a shared place or private charter?
Select the enquiry button for your preferred 9:00 pm or midnight shared or private experience and send us your passenger numbers and contact details.
Choose your New Year’s Eve fireworks experience
Join one of our reduced-capacity shared fireworks services or enquire about a private 9:00 pm or midnight water taxi charter for your own group.
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