The staycation · 3 nights · Sydney Harbour to Sydney Harbour

3 Nights Sydney Experience

Board at Rose Bay on Friday, a night inside the Heads, Cottage Point and Palm Beach over the weekend, home on Monday. The staycation Sydneysiders do.

Planned by the Ahoy Club charter team and reshaped for every yacht and every group we send here.

Year round
4 Days / 3 Nights
Sydney Harbour to Sydney Harbour
4 days, 3 stops
Family & friends, Kid friendly

Best months: Year round
How long: 4 Days / 3 Nights
Start and finish: Sydney Harbour to Sydney Harbour
The pace: 4 days, 3 stops
Suits: Family & friends, Kid friendly

Sydney Harbour

Welcome aboard your private yacht in Sydney Harbour, a spectacular gateway to one of the world's most beautiful cities. Cruise beneath the Harbour Bridge and past the Opera House before anchoring in a serene cove such as Athol Bay or Milk Beach. Spend the afternoon swimming, relaxing on deck, or exploring the Royal Botanic Gardens, then enjoy sunset cocktails with the city skyline as your backdrop.

Cruise past Sydney's iconic landmarks and luxury waterfront homes
Swim or paddleboard in Milk Beach or Camp Cove
Explore Circular Quay or Darling Harbour

Cottage Point

Pittwater

Cruise north towards Pittwater, passing North Head's sandstone cliffs and golden shores. Anchor in peaceful Refuge Bay and enjoy a private oyster shucking experience. Later, head ashore for a long lunch at the renowned Cottage Point Inn, one of Australia's top waterfront restaurants accessible only by boat or seaplane. Unwind on board and spend a peaceful night anchored beneath the stars.

Cruise along the Northern Beaches coastline
Private oyster farm visit and tasting
Kayak or paddleboard in the calm waters of Refuge Bay

Palm Beach

Start your day on tranquil waters and take the tender to Palm Beach. Unwind on its golden sands or hike up to Barrenjoey Lighthouse for sweeping coastal views. Later, enjoy a scenic seaplane flight over Pittwater and the Northern Beaches before returning for a refined dinner on board or a relaxed beachside meal.

Morning at Palm Beach and lighthouse walk
Scenic seaplane flight across Sydney's coast
Afternoon leisure and farewell cruise

The idea of the week

Discover the magic of Sydney in an intimate 3-night yacht charter. This carefully curated itinerary captures the essence of Australia's most iconic destination, blending Sydney Harbour's spectacular sophistication with the tranquil beauty of Pittwater and the coastal charm of Palm Beach.

From the moment you step aboard in the shadow of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, you'll experience the perfect balance of urban glamour and coastal serenity. Cruise through protected coves, anchor in pristine bays, and immerse yourself in some of Australia's most treasured experiences.

This intimate escape is ideal for those seeking concentrated luxury, without the commitment of a longer charter.

Sydney
3-Night Charter
Harbour Experience
Pittwater
Palm Beach
Coastal Luxury

What the week costs

The yacht's published weekly rate, plus an Advance Provisioning Allowance, customarily 30 to 40 percent, for fuel, food, drink and berths, plus local VAT where it applies. Every listing shows its rate.

How charter pricing works

Also on this coast

Everything we know about Sydney: when to go, where the fleet is and the other weeks we have planned.

Open Sydney

Woven into the week

What the crew arrange along the way

The parts of the week that need a phone call before you arrive: tables, guides, instructors and the toys on deck.

Oyster Farm Experience

Learn the art of oyster shucking directly from local experts and taste fresh Sydney rock oysters from pristine waters.

Private oyster farm visit
Hands-on shucking instruction
Fresh oyster tasting
Local expert knowledge

Seaplane Flight

Capture breathtaking aerial views of Sydney's coastline, from the Harbour Bridge and Opera House to the pristine beaches of the Northern Beaches.

Scenic coastal flight
Aerial photography opportunities
Expert pilot commentary
Unforgettable perspectives

Oyster Farm Experience

Learn the art of oyster shucking directly from local experts and taste fresh Sydney rock oysters from pristine waters.

Private oyster farm visit
Hands-on shucking instruction
Fresh oyster tasting
Local expert knowledge

Seaplane Flight

Capture breathtaking aerial views of Sydney's coastline, from the Harbour Bridge and Opera House to the pristine beaches of the Northern Beaches.

Scenic coastal flight
Aerial photography opportunities
Expert pilot commentary
Unforgettable perspectives

Yachts

Yachts available in Sydney right now

Live from our charter list, in a different order every visit so you see the range. Every rate is the real weekly figure from the listing.

Every yacht available here

MISCHIEF

Baglietto · 54m · 2006, refit 2024

12 guests | 6 cabins | 14 crew

A$295k – 420k

CHAOS

Sunseeker · 30m · 2010, refit 2024

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

A$110k

BLUESTONE

Gulf Craft · 31m · 2023

10 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew

US$110k

GINGER

ILIAD · 19m · 2024

6 guests | 3 cabins | 4 crew

A$55k – 60k

LEGACY

Gulf Craft · 32m · 2017

12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

A$150k

S/Y FENG

Sunreef Yachts · 22m · 2013, refit 2023

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

€45k – 60k

SHORE THING

Lloyds Ships Holdings · 35m · 1986, refit 2025

8 guests | 4 cabins | 6 crew

US$66k

PRINCESS ILUKA

Ray Kemp, Australia · 35m · 1979, refit 2023

10 guests | 5 cabins | 5 crew

A$125k – 145k

ORRAIA

Horizon · 27m · 2024

10 guests | 5 cabins | 4 crew

A$110k – 132k

MASTEKA 2

37m · 2009, refit 2021

12 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

US$99k – 125k

SOLACE

Jeanneau · 12m · 2011

6 guests | 3 cabins | 1 crew

A$15k

LUMIR

Heesen · 37m · 2005, refit 2026

10 guests | 4 cabins | 6 crew

A$120k – 144k

FENG

Sunreef · 22m · 2013, refit 2023

8 guests | 4 cabins | 4 crew

US$45k

LANCE

Sanlorenzo · 38m · 2023

10 guests | 5 cabins | 7 crew

A$220k – 250k

Little Perle

30m · 2008, refit 2023

9 guests | 4 cabins

A$88k – 110k

PARADISE

Horizon · 35m · 2014

10 guests | 5 cabins | 6 crew

A$210k

16 yachts in rotation. The order changes with every visit so no boat is always last.

Back to Sydney

The other weeks we have planned on this coast, and when to go.

Sydney All itineraries

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