| Time | Usual Itinerary of events on the Night |
|---|---|
| 6pm | Air Displays – the sky above Sydney Harbour is the backdrop for air displays by flying ace Matt Hall, that thrill spectators as they anticipate the eventful night ahead. |
| 6.50 pm: | Fire Tug Water Display – A Sydney Ports Corporation fire tug blasts tonnes of water into the skies, with the spray creating a striking image against the setting sun. |
| 8pm | Air Displays – the sky above again provides the backdrop for the thrills and spill of dynamic air displays. Exclusion zone (for the main centre area of the harbour) come into force, all vessels must be through this area by then. |
| 8.30pm | Pylon projections – The Harbour Bridg pylons transform into massive canvases as their surfaces light up with full-size images and videos created specially for the event. |
| 8.40pm | Welcome to Country – reflects our respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture their heritage, and living culture. Eucalyptus smoke is released over the water, cleansing Sydney Harbour of any bad spirits. Spectacular images on teh bridge pylons celebrate Eora Country. |
| 9pm | Family Fireworks display – The first fireworks allow our littlest spectators, who may nod off a little earlier, the chance to see a fantastic display. Look out for rockets firing from 4 barges and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. Fireworks director Fortunato Foti will pay tribute to the 200th year of the Royal Botanic Garden and 100 years of Taronga Zoo. |
| 9:15pm | Harbour of Light Parade – Sydney Harbour will be illuminated with up 60 ships gliding across the water, enchanting spectators of all ages. Each vessel will be decorated with cool white ropelight, dazzling the crowds and adding to the unique choreography as they dance in the harbour. |
| Mid Night | At the stroke of midnight, we celebrate the start of the new year in spectacular fashion. The 12 minute display features a huge range of pyrotechnic effects from 7 barges in the harbour, 4 sails of the Sydney Opera House, and firing points from across the Sydney Harbour Bridge. |
| 1am: | Boat exclusion zone lifted, and boats can move freely around the Harbour at low speed. |
NEW YEARS EVE CRUISES ON SYDNEY HARBOUR 2019
PRICES ARE IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS
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MV BENNELONG
Welcome in the new year with style aboard this luxury cruiser. It has plenty of outdoor space to enjoy the fireworks in style.
Time: 6.45pm to 1am
Departure Point: Wooloomooloo Wharf
Includes: substantial canape menu with a mini buffet, basic bar, DJ
No. onboard: 130
Cost: $650pp
BASS AND FLINDERS ** in parade of lights**
This boat has plenty of room to move around and perfect for viewing the fireworks and the great views while cruising in the parade lights. **This will be positioned near Fort Denison for the midnight fireworks**
Time: 6.30pm – 1am
Departure Point: Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour (outside Sydney Aquarium)
Departure Point: Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour (outside Sydney Aquarium)
Includes:substantial cocktail menu, bar of beer, wines, soft drinks, DJ
No. onboard: 150
Cost: $650
No. onboard: 150
Cost: $650
OCEAN DREAMING II **in parade of lights**
With plenty of outside deck area, you have all the room you need to watch the fireworks, This boat will be cruising in the parade of lights. **Ocean Dreaming will be positioned near Fort Denison for the midnight fireworks**
Time: 6.30pm to 1am
Departure Point: Pier 26, Darling Harbour (outside Sydney Aquarium) Includes:Cruise only, byo food/drink and cash bar available,snack food available
No. onboard: 150
Cost: $595/adult, $360/child (4-15yrs)
Departure Point: Pier 26, Darling Harbour (outside Sydney Aquarium) Includes:Cruise only, byo food/drink and cash bar available,snack food available
No. onboard: 150
Cost: $595/adult, $360/child (4-15yrs)
MV ECLIPSE
A great luxury style boat with plenty of outside space both forward and aft.
Time: 6.30pm to 1.30am
Departure Point: King St Wharf
Departure Point: King St Wharf
Includes: Substantial food and drinks, DJ
No. onboard: 200
Cost: $750 per person (no children under 3, no prams)
No. onboard: 200
Cost: $750 per person (no children under 3, no prams)
OCEAN TRACKER
A nice boat to enjoy a great menu and perfect for viewing the fireworks and the great views while cruising in the parade lights. **This will be positioned on the western side of the Harbour Bridge**
Time: 6.45pm to 9.30pm
Departure Point: Darling Harbour
Includes: cruise only – byo food & drinks
Cost: $250/adult, $150/child (4-15yrs), $650/Family (2+2)
Time: 10pm to 1am
Departure Point: Darling Harbour
Includes: cruise only – byo food & drinks
Cost: $350/adult, $210/child (4-15yrs), $995/Family (2+2)
OCEAN RIDER ** in parade of lights**
With plenty of outside deck area, you have all the room you need to watch the fireworks, This boat will be cruising in the parade of lights.
Time: 7.15pm to 1am
Departure Point:Manly
Includes:Cruise Only, Byo Food/Drink and Cash Bar/snack food Available,
No. onboard:150
Cost: $595/adult, $360/child (4-15yrs)
Time: 7.15pm to 1am
Departure Point:Manly
Includes:Cruise Only, Byo Food/Drink and Cash Bar/snack food Available,
No. onboard:150
Cost: $595/adult, $360/child (4-15yrs)
MV VAGABOND SPIRIT
Enjoy front row seats for the fireworks onboard this cruiser
Time:TBA
Departure Point:City area, wharf tba
Includes:Allocated Seating for cockail food to start, followed by a seafood & carvery buffet, DJ and lights show, lucky door prizes, open bar of beer, wine, spirits & soft drinks
No. onboard: 200ish
Cost: TBA
PROCLAIM –
A great classic ferry to experience the Harbour on such a great night.
Time: 7.15pm to 1.15am – tbc
Departure Point: King St Wharf No. 8, Darling Harbour
Includes: A great Buffet menu with dessert, drinks of beer, wine, champagne, basic spirits,soft, DJ, and is part of the Parade of Light
No. onboard: 130 (boat takes 200)
Cost: $595/adult, $500/child
SEACAT 1 (Manly departure) or SEACAT 2 (Darling Hbr)
or SEACAT 2 (Darling Harbour Departure)
or Ocean Surfer (Departing Darling Harbour) or Ocean Wave (departing Manly)
9pm Fireworks
Time: 6.30PM TO 9.45PM
Departure Point:
– Manly East Pier- position around Bradleys Head
– Darling Harbour Pier 26 – position around Balmain
Includes:Cruise only, byo food/drink and limited cash bar available
No. onboard: 120
Cost: $250/$150 c/$650 f
Midnight Fireworks
Time: 10pm to 1am
Departs:
– Manly East Pier – position around Bradleys Head
– Darling Harbour Pier 26 – position around Balmain
Includes:cruise only, byo food/drink and limited cash bar available,
No. onboard: 120
Cost: early bird cost $350/$210c/ $995f
MV FIESTA
A smaller ferry to experience the buzz of NYE.
Time: 7pm to 1.45am
Departure Point: King St Wharf, Darling Harbour
Includes: byo food, or some food available; cash bar only, DJ
No. onboard: 120
Cost: $TBA