The 15 Best Sunset Cruises in Sydney

1.Sydney Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise from Darling Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,122 reviews · from $89Our pick

Board Captain Cook Cruises at King Street Wharf for a roughly 1-hour-45-minute dinner cruise past Sydney’s icons. Choose a 3-course à la carte meal or upgrade to 4 courses, with a confirmed window seat available for an extra fee. Live music runs on weekends.

“It was a great way to see Sydney Harbour from the water. The timing is too early for a 'Sunset' dinner in Summertime but it was still a great experience dining with good food on a ship. Wait staff were attentive and helpful. We had a window seat, but you could go out on deck to look if you wanted.”

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2.Blue Mountains Sunset Waterfalls Wildlife Tour From Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 897 reviews · 10h 30m · from $102

Leave Sydney after the busiest traffic, then follow an English-speaking guide through Glenbrook, Wentworth Falls, Echo Point, the Three Sisters, and Lincoln’s Rock. Expect bushwalking, wildlife stories, steep stairs, and a sunset over Jamison Valley. Guides have included Greg, Mitch, Derek, and Smokey.

“The day was amazing. Our tour guide was lush and very friendly. He had lots of information and plenty of stops and views.”

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3.Waterfall Bushwalk and Blue Mountain Sunset Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 570 reviews · 10h 30m · from $116

Spend about 10.5 hours with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Greg, Buck, or Damo, hiking to Wentworth Falls, spotting wildlife, visiting the Three Sisters, and finishing at Lincoln’s Rock for sunset. The late departure helps avoid crowds, but you need good shoes and solid fitness for steep stairs.

“Joe June was an incredible guide - kind, patient and entertaining! Our favorite part of the day was definitely the hike to Wentworth Falls, although it was certainly strenuous since we chose to do the entire hike. Beautiful scenery! I would have preferred to skipped the brief kangaroo “viewing” and had a bit more time for the hike. But overall, a good day trip!”

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4.Sydney Harbour Tall Ship Twilight Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 451 reviews · from $63

Meet at Campbells Cove in The Rocks for a twilight cruise aboard a restored tall ship. Enjoy dinner, live stories about Sydney and the vessel, and views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, Taronga Zoo, Luna Park, and more. Mast climbing costs extra.

“Great experience, crew were friendly and accommodating, great hearing about the history of the ship and area, food was great , everyone had a good time”

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5.Tall Ship Harbour Twilight Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 342 reviews · 2 hours · from $77

Spend two hours aboard the Southern Swan or Soren Larsen, sailing from Campbell’s Cove past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Fort Denison, and Luna Park. You can help with the sails or steer the ship, then enjoy a buffet-style dinner prepared on board. English commentary and drinks are available for purchase.

“Top rated excursion x from start to finish (didn’t want it to end) very welcoming, great crew, great food (gluten free :) ) beautiful sunset x”

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6.Blue Mountains Sunset Tour with Kangaroo Sightings from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 269 reviews · from $104

Leave Sydney around 10am for a small-group Blue Mountains outing with guided bushwalks, Wentworth Falls, Echo Point, the Three Sisters, sunset, and possible wild kangaroo sightings. Guides such as Greg, Smokey, and Derrick are known for clear commentary and an easy pace.

“This is a scam!! I booked the WILD LIFE Tour, and by email I was told that we would go to kangaroo spots at sunset and to see koalas (although I understand they are harder to spot). I didn’t expect them to guarantee sightings, but I did expecRead more”

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7.Sunset Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 261 reviews · 1 hour · from $41Best value

Board the catamaran Kirralee at Man O'War Steps beside the Opera House for a 1-hour sunset loop around Sydney Harbour. With up to 30 passengers, outdoor viewing nets, indoor shelter, a grazing platter, and BYO alcohol, you get an easygoing evening with views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, and Darling Harbour.

“Beautiful views of Sydney and the opera house. Great snacks. Wish they had more water than pop.”

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8.Sunset and Sparkle Sydney Harbour Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 218 reviews · from $42

Join Sea Sydney Harbour for a one-hour sunset cruise from Man O’War Steps beside the Opera House. The 26-passenger catamaran offers open harbour views, a grazing platter, one soft drink or water, and BYO alcohol with no corkage fee. Crew members such as Phil, Adam, Jacob, and Johana help keep the trip friendly and relaxed.

“We sailed at 7pm with our friendly Irish skipper and Jacob. The weather was perfect and the vibe was relaxed with music and sharing board. The boat ride was perfect to have a couple of drinks and enjoy the sites. The crew were great at making us feel comfortable. I would highly recommend this trip and I thought it was excellent value for money.”

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9.Intimate Blue Mountains Wild Kangaroos & Sunset for Nature Lovers

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 169 reviews · from $143Top rated

Join Craig of FeelGood! Nature Tours for an 8 to 10 hour Blue Mountains outing capped at 10 people. Expect short wilderness walks, wild kangaroos, rainforest, sandstone lookouts, an Aussie bakery pie, local stories, and sunset views far from the busiest stops.

“This was the best experience I’ve had, a huge thanks to Craig for bringing us in this beautiful day ! We were a small group of 9 and the energy throughout the day was amazing, we could’ve enjoyed more since we weren’t a big group and getting to know each other Craig brought us through some beautiful places where it wasn’t crowded, you couldn’t hear anything except the wind and some flies, the view of the blue mountains were spectacular and breathtaking ! We were also very lucky because the weather was perfect We saw wild cockatoos, kangaroos, and even a tiger snake ! As a person who loves animals,…”

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10.Blue Mountains Sunset Nature-based & Waterfall Tour from Sydney

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 153 reviews · from $118

Leave Sydney late morning for a nature-focused Blue Mountains day with an experienced driver-guide. Walk to Wentworth Falls, see the Three Sisters, look for kangaroos at dusk, and finish at Echo Point or Lincoln’s Rock for sunset. Expect steep stairs and 2 to 4 kilometres of walking.

“For those that prefer a more nature based tour and experience, this is the one. I was visiting from Western Australia and really enjoyed getting to see some of the scenery over this side of Australia. Our tour guide/driver Joe was excellent value also - kept us all informed and entertained for the entire day! :)”

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11.Sunset Kayak Tour on Sydney Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 1h 30m · from $105

Join Sydney Kayak Experience for a 90-minute sunset paddle from Lavender Bay. Qualified guides lead a small group past the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Circular Quay, while Bo, Adrian, Zoly, or Tierna may help with instruction and photos.

“Amazing experience! The tour itself was really well structured. The tour guides were really friendly and communicative. The tour itself and the view was stunning, once in a lifetime experience. Would recommend to everyone doing it!”

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12.Golden Glow Sunset Harbour Cruise with 1 Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 102 reviews · 1h 30m · from $60

Cruise Sydney Harbour aboard HEAVEN during golden hour, with 360-degree views of the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Luna Park, and Barangaroo. You get a grazing platter and one beer, wine, soft drink, or juice. The small group holds 40 to 45 people, with indoor and outdoor decks.

“Length of the trip was ideal. Snacks were good. Not enough seating on the top deck”

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13.Blue Mountains Kangaroos, Wilderness and Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 97 reviews · 10 hours · from $141

Join local guide Craig for a 10-hour Blue Mountains escape from Sydney. Walk formed wilderness trails, see kangaroos in the wild, visit the Three Sisters and Govetts Leap, enjoy an Aussie picnic, and finish with sunset views away from the biggest crowds.

“This was an amazing experience! It wasn’t a typical touristy tour but rather a genuine insight through the eyes of a local. We visited his favorite hidden spots mixed with the most famous viewpoints, which made it a perfect balance. The atmosphere felt like being together with friends, and the group was truly wonderful. There was no sense of rushing or cramming in attractions, yet we still managed to see so much. Everything was very well-paced and enjoyable. Absolutely perfect!”

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14.Sunset Kayak Tour with Opera House Views

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 94 reviews · 1h 30m · from $106

Join Kayaking Sydney for a 90-minute sunset paddle from Blues Point Reserve. English or Portuguese-speaking guides, including Fabrizio and Frank, lead small groups of up to nine past the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and Luna Park, with a pause at McMahons Point for sunset photos.

“Amazing experience. Watching the sunset under the harbour was unforgettable. Our guides were super friendly and lovely. So worth it!”

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15.Sunset Kayak – Opera & Harbour Bridge Tour (5p. max)

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 62 reviews · 2 hours · from $113

Meet Izaac or another certified guide at Lavender Bay for a two-hour sunset paddle past Luna Park, the Harbour Bridge, and the Opera House. Beginners get patient instruction, equipment, safety gear, and free photos. The small group usually holds no more than five people, with English and Spanish guidance.

“This was more than I expected. From booking until after the activity. I had a lot of fun. Izaac made sure we were all safe and having the time of our lives. The whole transaction was very pleasant. Apologies if spelt your name wrong, Thanks for sharing your office with us.”

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