Sydney Harbour Self-Drive Speedboat Tour
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Take the wheel of your own little red two-seater speedboat on this 2-hour self-drive tour of Sydney Harbour from Rose Bay. Following an expert, English-speaking guide, you drive yourself and your passenger to some of the best sights on the harbour, seen from a perspective that big sightseeing vessels simply cannot match. Drive under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and marvel at the soaring sails of the Sydney Opera House from the water. Along the way the tour also takes in secluded beaches, the luxury waterfront homes of exclusive suburbs such as Mosman and Point Piper, and the navy ships at Garden Island, with pauses at iconic viewpoints and hidden angles for photos. Tours start from the Rose Bay Boat Ramp, right next to Rose Bay Ferry Wharf, with departures at 10:00, 13:00 and 15:15. Your boat hire includes fuel, a safety briefing, a life jacket, a poncho and a waterproof bag for your personal items. Drivers must be at least 16 years old and the minimum participant age is 10, so this is a harbour adventure for travellers who want freedom rather than a scripted group tour.
Sydney Harbour Self-Drive Speedboat Tour Price & Options
Itinerary
About 2 h- 10:0013:0015:15
Meeting point
Rose Bay Boat Ramp
You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 13:00, 15:15. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, The tour starts from the Rose Bay Boat Ramp, which is right next to the Rose Bay Ferry Wharf. A ferry from Circular Quay will take just 12 minutes. Fee parking is available.Latecomers or no-shows can't be refunded Please arrive at the location 5 mins before the departure time.
Attraction·2 h
Sydney Harbour Bridge
The tour will lead you to all major highlights on Sydney Harbour, including the Harbour Bridge, Opera House, secluded beaches, upscale suburbs like Mosman, Point Piper and the Garden Island navy ships.
- 12:0015:0017:15
Drop-off
Rose Bay Boat Ramp
You can choose to return at the following times: 12:00, 15:00, 17:15. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
Highlights
- Be your own captain on a self-drive tour designed for travellers who want freedom, not a scripted group tour
- Drive under the Sydney Harbour Bridge and past the Sydney Opera House
- Explore exclusive waterfront suburbs such as Mosman and Point Piper and their luxury homes
- Spot Australia's navy ships up close at Garden Island
- Pause for photos at iconic viewpoints and hidden angles
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- 2-hour self-drive boat hire (1 person, fuel included)
- Safety briefing, life jacket and poncho
- Waterproof bag for personal items
What's Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Other personal expenses
Not Suitable For
- Children under 10 years
- Wheelchair users and strollers: this activity is not wheelchair or stroller accessible. The boats are low and you step in and out from a boat ramp; guests with minor mobility concerns are usually fine with a helping hand from the guide, but please contact JTR before booking if you have significant mobility limitations
Child Adult Policy
- Minimum participant age is 10 years
- Minimum age to drive the boat is 16 years
- Minimum age to rent the boat is 18 years
- Participants under 18 must have a parent or guardian present on the boat
- Every participant needs a ticket; the price is the same for all ages
Things To Know
- Each speedboat seats two: you drive yourself and your passenger
- Maximum combined weight is 220 kg
- Please arrive at the meeting point 5 minutes before your departure time
- Refunds can't be issued for participants who are late by 5 minutes or more, or for no-shows
- In case of unforeseen events or extreme weather, the operator may cancel the activity; you can then reschedule or request a full refund
- Bring sunscreen, sunglasses, a towel and a water bottle
Starting End Point
- Meeting point: Rose Bay Boat Ramp, Rose Bay NSW 2029, Australia, right next to Rose Bay Ferry Wharf
- Departure times: 10:00, 13:00 or 15:15 (choose your time when booking)
- The tour ends back at Rose Bay Boat Ramp at 12:00, 15:00 or 17:15, depending on your departure time
- Getting there: the F4 Cross Harbour Ferry runs from Circular Quay to Rose Bay; buses 323, 324 and 325 also stop nearby, and you can come by car
- Please refer to the map for assistance
How To Redeem
- Present your mobile voucher
- The voucher is valid only on the date and time you booked
Cancellation Policy
- Free Cancellation: Cancel at least 72 hours before the scheduled visit to receive a refund.
- Late Cancellation: Cancellations made less than 72 hours before the scheduled visit will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
- Refund Processing Charges: Approximately 4% will be deducted from the refundable amount to cover payment gateway and refund transaction fees. These charges are not retained by JTR Holidays.
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