Sydney Yacht Charters

For a memorable yacht charter in Australia, Sydney harbour (Port Jackson) has heaps to offer.

You can join the rich and famous cruising past the iconic Sydney Opera House and under the massive Harbour Bridge.

You can marvel at the impressive real-estate lining the harbour.

You can enjoy the natural beauty of the North Shore reserves.

You can have an exhilarating sail up towards the heads.

And to make your day... you might even get lucky and see humpback whales breaching just inside the harbour entrance.

Find the best spots to visit in our guide to yacht charter in Sydney.

Are you looking for a peaceful yacht charter in Sydney?

Pittwater...

...Sydney Harbour's quieter cousin, is just 45 minutes North of Sydney's CBD.

Pittwater is a world class waterway.

Charter a yacht here and you will enjoy uncrowded and unspoiled waterways surrounded by miles and miles of National Park.

Head here to learn more about the tranquility of Pittwater sailing.

Are you thinking about taking the helm?

Skippering your own yacht charter is the ultimate freedom - you can go where you want... when you want.

You don't need formal qualifications to bareboat charter in Australia, but you do need to show you have enough experience.

Want to know how much experience you need?...

...here's our guide to bareboat Sydney yacht charters.

And finally when's the best time to come to Sydney?

Of course the harbour is stunning all year round and temperatures are generally pretty pleasant.

But what does vary a lot is the amount of traffic on the harbour.

In December and January the harbour is filled with charter boats enjoying the Christmas Party and Holiday Season.

November, February and March are great times to charter a yacht on Sydney Harbour.

It's less hectic, but still generally warm enough to stop for a swim.

If you can get out mid-week you'll get more space to enjoy a peaceful sail.

Here's more detail about the Sydney's climate and the best times of year to charter a yacht here.

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