Christmas Party Boat Hire Sydney Harbour
End-of-year function on the water · Private · BYO · December dates fill fast
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What’s Included in Your Christmas Charter
- Exclusive private hire of your selected Tiger Catamaran
- Fully licensed commercial skipper and professional deck crew
- 100% BYO-friendly with absolutely no corkage or service fees
- Onboard BBQ grill, prep station, and clean domestic bathroom
- Massive built-in ice chest eskies to keep drinks cold (BYO ice)
- Powerful marine sound system with Bluetooth connectivity
- Trampoline sun lounge nets, swim ladder, and swim-safe platform
- Flexible wharf pickups near the CBD and key transit hubs
Choose Your Vessel
Tiger 3
Capacity: Up to 43 guests
Our flagship dual-deck power catamaran. Wide open deck, undercover seating, full sound system and plenty of room to celebrate in style.
Tiger 4
Capacity: Up to 43 guests
Perfect for larger Christmas groups. Tiger 4 offers seamless indoor-outdoor flow, BBQ facilities, massive eskies, and a great sound system.
Tigeress
Capacity: Up to 30 guests
Ideal for a more intimate Christmas party. Tigeress is sleek, modern, and fully BYO — perfect for teams up to 30.
Pricing & Christmas Rates
| Christmas Package | Duration | Price (AUD) | Inclusions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Peak Charter | 4 Hours | $2,200 | Skipper, deckhand crew, fuel, BYO, BBQ use, ice storage |
| Sunset Dinner Charter | 4 Hours | $2,200 | Spectacular sunset views over Sydney’s iconic landmarks |
| Extended Corporate Event | 5 Hours | $2,750 | More time to anchor, swim, relax, and make speeches |
Lock In Your Team’s Christmas Cruise
Give your staff a reward they’ll talk about all summer. Check our current December calendar availability.
Check Availability NowHow to Book Your Christmas Charter
Why Book a Christmas Party Boat Instead of a Function Room
Traditional corporate venues often feel rigid, clinical, and predictable. Choosing a private catamaran charter on Sydney Harbour transforms a standard lunch or dinner into an unforgettable summer adventure. Here is how hosting your party on a Christmas boat hire compares to booking a standard land-based function room in Sydney:
| Feature | Christmas Boat Hire | Function Room |
|---|---|---|
| Privacy | 100% exclusive private hire. Only your team and our skipper are on board. No noisy strangers or overlapping corporate bookings. | Shared venues, loud adjacent parties, public spaces, and frequent interruptions. |
| Setting | Spectacular 360-degree views of Sydney Harbour, from the Opera House to private secluded swimming bays. | Four walls, artificial lighting, limited views, and a static, indoor atmosphere. |
| BYO | Fully BYO-friendly with zero corkage. Bring your own drinks and food to control your budget perfectly. | Mandatory premium drink packages and expensive per-head minimum spends. |
| Unique factor | An active experience with swimming, relaxing on trampoline nets, and cruising iconic Sydney waters. | Standard sit-down meals, standing around tables, and standard mingling. |
| Price from | From $2,200 total for 4 hours (only $51 per person for 43 guests) with flexible BYO privileges. | Typically starts at $150+ per head with strict minimum spends and strict terms. |
Christmas on Sydney Harbour — What to Expect
To help you plan, here is our seamless 5-step process of what to expect when you book your Christmas catamaran cruise:
Christmas Party Themes That Work on a Catamaran
Make your Christmas party boat hire on Sydney Harbour even more engaging by choosing a fun theme! Here are four popular holiday ideas that work beautifully on our private sailing catamarans:
When to Book Your Sydney Harbour Christmas Cruise
Timing is everything when planning the ultimate end-of-year work celebration on the water. Keep this crucial advice in mind to ensure you don’t miss out:
Frequently Asked Questions
We highly recommend booking between June and August. Friday and Saturday slots in November and December are highly coveted and sell out very quickly. Booking early ensures you secure your preferred vessel, date, and most convenient wharf pickup times.
Absolutely! Doing a Secret Santa gift exchange is a fantastic team-building activity during your charter. We recommend holding the exchange while anchored in a calm bay so everyone can sit comfortably on the catamaran decks and open their presents.
Yes, we add a touch of festive holiday cheer to our vessels for December bookings! You are also more than welcome to bring your own additional marine-safe, eco-friendly decorations. Just let our team know in advance so we can help coordinate.
We run Christmas charters right up until late December. However, availability becomes extremely tight the closer you get to Christmas Week. Standard charter pricing starts at $2,200 for 4 hours ($550 per hour) during December, but please note that New Year’s Eve (NYE) has completely separate, premium pricing.
Our standard private Christmas charters start at $2,200 for a 4-hour hire. This includes skipper, deckhand crew, fuel, and full BYO privileges. Note that peak December weekend dates fill up very quickly.
We highly recommend booking by July or August. December Friday and Saturday dates are in extremely high demand and usually sell out months in advance. Early booking guarantees your preferred date and catamaran.
Yes! All Tiger Catamarans charters are fully BYO. You can bring your own beers, wines, premixes, and Christmas food. We have a marine BBQ and large ice boxes on board to keep your drinks ice-cold.
We have three catamarans: Tiger 3 (up to 43 guests), Tiger 4 (up to 43 guests), and our luxury Tigeress catamaran (up to 30 guests). For very large companies, we can arrange multi-boat bookings.
Yes! Summer is the perfect time to drop anchor at a secluded beach like Milk Beach or Athol Bay. Your team can enjoy a swim, relax on the forward trampoline nets, or use our swim ladders.
We operate from a variety of wharves right around Sydney Harbour, including King Street Wharf (near CBD offices), Rose Bay, Mosman, and Cabarita, ensuring seamless logistics for your office group.
Explore other corporate or celebratory options: Corporate Work Parties | New Year’s Eve Charter | All Charter Services
Celebrate the Year’s Success
Call our corporate bookings team directly on 0404 026 678 or drop us a message online.
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