The Iconic Boxing Day Atmosphere
Boxing Day on Sydney Harbour is electric. The city shakes off Christmas lunch and gathers along the foreshore to watch the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race thunder to life. From the water, you’re not straining for a glimpse; you’re in the heart of it—moving with the fleet and soaking up every tack, horn blast, and cheer.
Spectator flotilla and racing yachts on the harbour - Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Your Cruise Experience (All-Inclusive)
Board a premium multi-deck catamaran for a 4-hour Boxing Day lunch cruise timed to the race start. Expect 360° rooftop viewing, a fresh seafood buffet, and an open bar (beer, wine, champagne, soft drinks, and standard spirits). Boarding is scheduled around 11:30 a.m. at Campbell’s Cove Pontoon, so you’re perfectly positioned when the start gun fires. All ages are welcome (U18s with a responsible adult).
What’s Included
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4 hours on Sydney Harbour aligned with the race start.
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360° rooftop & wraparound decks for unobstructed views.
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Premium buffet with fresh seafood alongside hot dishes and salads.
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Open bar with beer, wine, champagne, soft drinks, and standard spirits.
Premium cold seafood spread — prawns, oysters, crustaceans, breads - Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Great Value at $149
At $149 per person, this is one of the smartest ways to experience Boxing Day: a front-row race start, premium lunch, and unlimited drinks in one ticket. Onshore you’ll jostle for space and still need to sort food and drinks; aboard, everything’s handled—and you can roam decks for the best angles and photos.
Wine toast on deck — Boxing Day lunch cruise vibe - Image Credits: Wikimedia Commons
Who It’s Perfect For
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Families — Safe, spacious viewing; easy movement between indoor and outdoor areas; everyone sees the action.
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Couples — A scenic, stress-free day date with great food, free-flowing drinks, and plenty of photo ops.
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Race Fans & First-Timers — Prime vantage to watch the fleet form up, cross the line, and sprint to the Heads.
Limited Tickets — Don’t Miss Out
Capacity is strictly limited to 170 tickets, and Boxing Day sells fast every year. If this is on your Sydney bucket list, lock it in early to avoid missing the boat—literally.
Secure Your Spot
Make your Boxing Day effortless: great views, great food, great company—handled.
👉 Book now: https://www.constellation.cruises/public-events/boxing-day-2025-sydney-harbour/