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HARBOUR EVENTS
A special event should be celebrated in a special way! Whether it's a holiday festivity such as Christmas Day, New Year's Eve or Australia Day; a public celebration day such as Valentine's Day, Mother's Day or Father's Day; or a special personal occasion such as a birthday, anniversary or private party, Sydney Showboats can cater for your every need.

Special packages are available now for upcoming Sydney cruise events in 2013, including Father's Day Lunch, Christmas Day Lunch, Boxing Day Lunch and Sydney to Hobart yacht race cruise; and Australia Day Lunch and Dinner Cruises in 2013.

Vivid Sydney Dinner Cruise

CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$99

  • Spectacular views of the Vivid Sydney Festival from the water
  • 3 hour dinner cruise on Sydney Harbour
  • Deluxe 3 course menu
  • 1 hour dazzling performing arts show
  • Magician & table magic

Boarding : 7:00pm / Departs : 7:30pm / Returns : 10:00pm
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Father's Day Lunch Cruise
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$75

  • 3 hour Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
  • Deluxe harbour buffet
  • A selection of beer, wine, soft drinks & juices for the duration of the cruise
  • Magician & table magic

Boarding 12:00pm / Departure 12:15pm / Returns 3:15pm
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Christmas Day Lunch Cruise
Tuesday 25th December 2013
The Showboat Executive Chef and his team will take care of Christmas lunch this year. Enjoy a sumptuous seafood buffet with the addition of a traditional roast turkey.
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$125


Retail
Price $150PP
  • 3 hour harbour cruise
  • Deluxe harbour buffet with traditional roast turkey and christmas pudding
  • 'Magic Santa' Magician
  • Live Jazz Duo Band
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Showboat Boxing Day Lunch Cruise
Wednesday 26th December 2013
Catch all the action of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race with a luxury lunch cruise!
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$130
  • 3 hour harbour cruise
  • See the start of the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
  • Harbour buffet lunch
  • Cruise along side all the action on Sydney Harbour
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Boxing Day Race Cruise
Wednesday 26th December 2013
On Boxing Day, with the joy and elation of Christmas still lingering from previous day, Sydney wakes up to the thrill and excitement of Sydney to Hobart yacht race! While the participants gird up for the arduous yet exhilarating race, the rest of Sydney gears up to cheer them on!
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$50
  • 2.5 hour harbour cruise onboard our luxury authentic paddlewheeler
  • See the start of the annual Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race
  • Air conditioned comfort
  • Beverages available for purchase on board from our fully licenced bar (Strictly no BYO)
  • You can bring your own snacks on board
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New Year's Eve Cruise
Monday 31st December 2013
Welcome in the year 2013 with the ultimate dining party cruise on Sydney Harbour! Sydney Showboats is renowned for the highest quality NYE party cruise on Sydney Harbour featuring the finest cuisine, glittering cabaret show and more!
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
Early Bird
Price
$750
  • 6 hour luxury New Years Eve Cruise
  • 5 course gourmet dinner
  • Premium selection of beer, wine, soft drinks & juices for the duration of the cruise
  • Live international show and DJ party music
  • Prime viewing of the spectacular fireworks as a participant in the 'Harbour of Light' parade
  • Reserved seating
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Australia Day Dinner Cruise
Sunday 26th January 2014
Get ready for the grand finale of Sydney's Australia Day celebrations with a spectacular fireworks display in Darling Harbour!
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$120
  • 3 hour Sydney Harbour cruise on board an authentic paddlewheeler
  • Deluxe 3 course dinner
  • Live international cabaret show featuring singer, dancers and magician
  • See the spectacular fireworks display
  • Great photo opportunity
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Australia Day Ferrython Cruise
Sunday 26th January 2014
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$60
  • 3.5 hour harbour cruise
  • See the Ferrython Race
  • Fully licenced bar on board
  • Soft drinks and juices included for the duration of the cruise
  • BYO snacks allowed. Strictly no BYO alcohol
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Australia Day Lunch Cruise
Sunday 26th January 2014
Enjoy all the fun and festivities on Sydney Harbour this Australia Day! Our Australia Day
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS

Details for 2014
Coming Soon

  • 3.5 hour harbour cruise on board an authentic paddlewheeler
  • Deluxe harbour buffet freshly prepared on board
  • Table Magic and Magic Show
  • View of the Ferrython race
  • Australia Day Regatta & Parade and RAAF Flyover
  • Fully licenced bar on board
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Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise
Thursday 14th February 2013
Spend a romantic evening with your partner on glittering Sydney Harbour with a luxurious Valentine's Day Dinner Cruise. The perfect, unique gift idea to show that someone special how much they mean to you!
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$99
  • 3 hour harbour cruise on an authentic paddlewheeler
  • Enjoy drinks and canapes on arrival followed by main course and dessert
  • Enjoy a selection of beer, wine and soft drinks for the duration of the cruise
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Mother's Day Lunch Cruise
CRUISE INCLUSIONS & HIGHLIGHTS
FROM
$75
  • 3 hour Sydney Harbour lunch cruise
  • Deluxe harbour buffet
  • A selection of beer, wine, soft drinks & juices for the duration of the cruise
  • Magician & table magic

Boarding 12:00pm / Departure 12:15pm / Returns 3:15pm
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Guest Comments

  • SARAH

    The whole day was a wonderful experience which I will have no hesitation in recommending to others. Thank you & your wonderful staff for a truly unforgettable day.
  • Kara Lee

    We went on the Showboat Dinner cruise and had a fantastic night!!! Everything was lovely, the food, the staff, the entertainment and the city lights.
  • Angela

    The magician was great and loved the comedy side. As he was entertaining, I would have loved to see more magic and comedy from him.
  • Dianne

    I have been on the Showboat before. The new show and costumes were amazing, much faster pace and an overall fantastic experience.
  • Sharon

    Thank you!! It was an extremely enjoyable experience and my partner and I thoroughly enjoyed it. My compliments to all staff.

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  Showboat 3 Course Dinner Menu
  • Entree Platter - served chilled
    Chef's platter of smoked salmon rolls, Tandoori spiced chicken drumettes & chilli garlic prawns - shared between two guests.
  • Main Flavours - Alternate Serve
    Northern rivers prime veal cutlet with mushroom and ricotta tart (Premium Australian Beef).
    Oven roasted chicken breast with asparagus, porcini mushrooms, mash & champagne cream.
    Chef's vegetarian dish of the day (on request)
  • Dessert Platter
    Platter of vanilla bean panacotta, rich chocolate cake and heavenly tiramisu – shared between two guests.
**Indicative menu only, items subject to change without notice.
   Azure Deck Drinks Menu
    Beverage Package Upgrade - $30 Per Person
    Enjoy unlimited beverages for the duration of the cruise.

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
  Showboat Cruise Program

The famous Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise commences boarding at 7pm from King Street Wharf 5.

A night to truly remember…

  • 07:00pm -- You will be greeted by our glamorous Australian showgirls and seated at your reserved table.
                       Your entrée is served.
  • 07:30pm -- As the Showboat departs Mr. Showboat will bring magic to your table.
  • 08:00pm -- Stroll the spacious outdoor decks and savour the world famous views of Sydney Harbour before
                       enjoying your main course.
  • 08:30pm -- Anniversary celebrations and magic show on stage while your dessert platter is being served.
  • 09:00pm --It’s Showtime! Our spectacular show begins ‘The Voyage Of Love’.
  • 10:00pm -- Showboat returns to King Street Wharf. Farewell from the cast and crew!
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  Lunch Buffet Menu
  • Fresh prawns with tomato mayonnaise
  • Hungarian Beef
  • Butter Chicken
  • Platter of honey glazed leg ham
  • Traditional roast turkey



  • Thai green fish curry
  • Roasted chat potatoes and brussel sprouts tossed in olive oil and rosemary (v)
  • Cauliflower gratin (v)
  • Hokkien noodles with ginger & shallot(v)
  • Seafood paella, mussels with tomato and Spanish onion
  • Penne tossed with baby spinach and toasted pine nuts (v)
  • Steamed rice



  • Homemade linguini with smoked salmon and ricotta
  • Waldorf salad (v)
  • Tomato, bocconcini, chick peas and chopped olives (v)
  • ‘Create your own’ Caesar salad
  • Seeded mustard and potato salad (v)
  • Bread Rolls



  • Fresh fruit (v)
  • Selection of desserts including fruit mince pies with custard
  • **Indicative menu only, items are subject to change without notice.
   Showboat Drinks Menu
  • Beverage Package Upgrade
  • This beverage package includes all the beverages listed below for the duration of the cruise (Approximately 3 hours including boarding).

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
  • Only $30 per adult

    We strictly adhere to N.S.W Responsible Service of Alcohol Legislation
    * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding : 11:45am
  • Departure Time :12:30pm
  • Return Time : 3:30pm
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding Time :- 10:45am
  • Departure Time :- 11:30am
  • Return Time :- 2:30pm
  • Departure Location :- King St Wharf 5
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding Time :6:15pm
  • Departure Time : 7:00pm
  • Return Time : 1:15am
  • Departure Location :- King Street Wharf 5
  5 Course Deluxe Menu
  • First Flavours
  • Salad of Blue Swimmer Crab, Roulade of Smoked Salmon and Rocket, Tartlet of Quail with Caramelised Onions with Proscuitto and Fresh Figs, Stack of Artichoke Hearts and Asparagus

  • Second Flavours
  • Butterfly king prawns with pink grapefruit and pomegranate salsa

  • Main Flavours*
  • Angus Prime Fillet of Beef (served medium) on Truffle Oil Kipfler Potatoes with Wood Ear Mushroom and Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Flower
    or
    Steamed Tasmanian Lobster favoured with Saffron on Mango and Roasted Vine Ripened Tomato Salsa

  • Sweet Platter
  • Ecuadorian trio with chocolate sticks and almond tuille

  • Finale Flavours
  • Willow Grove Brie, Shadows of Blue (Victoria) and Wine Glass Bay Cheddar with Bega Freeze Dried Fruit, plus Water Thins

    European Petit Fours
    Tea & Coffee

    *Main Flavours dish served alternately

    * This menu may be subject to some changes without notice.
Premium Beverages Included in Cruise Package
  • Crown Lager
  • Pure Blonde
  • Cascade Light
  • Jansz Premium Non Vintage Cuvee - Tasmania
  • From the House of Jansz in the Tasmanian Piper Region, elegant and crisp in style.

  • Dalrymple Estate Sauvignon Blanc - Tasmania
  • From the picturesque Pipers River region in Tasmania, this wine is a perfect match to seafood.

  • Jim Barry Lodge Hill Shiraz - South Australia
  • From the highest vineyard in the Clare Valley, comes wine with flavour and elegance.

  • Juices
  • Apple, Orange, Tomato, Pineapple and Red Grapefruit.

  • Soft Drinks
  • Cola, Diet Cola, Ginger Ale, Lemonade and Lemon Squash

  • Mineral Water (Bottled)
  • San Pelligrino Sparkling Italian Water
    Aqua Panna Still Italian Water

    * This menu may be subject to some changes without notice.
Showboat Buffet Menu
  • Fresh prawns with tomato mayonnaise
  • Hungarian Beef
  • Butter Chicken
  • Thai green fish curry
  • Roasted chat potatoes and brussel sprouts tossed in olive oil and rosemary (v)
  • Cauliflower gratin (v)
  • Hokkien noodles with ginger & shallot (v)
  • Seafood paella, mussels with tomato and Spanish onion
  • Penne tossed with baby spinach and toasted pine nuts (v)
  • Steamed rice
  • Homemade linguini with smoked salmon and ricotta
  • Waldorf salad (v)
  • Tomato, bocconcini, chick peas and chopped olives (v)
  • ‘Create your own’ Caesar salad
  • Seeded mustard and potato salad (v)
  • Bread Rolls
  • Selection of desserts (v)
  • Fresh fruit (v)

  • * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding :- 9:45am
  • Departure Time :- 10:30am
  • Return Time :- 2:00pm
  • Departure Location:-
  • King St Wharf 5
  Australia Day Snack Pack
  • Salted Mixed Nuts
  • Baguette roll lled with roast beef, gherkins & tomato onion relish
  • Tortilla wrap with avocado, chicken and chutney
  • Fusilli pasta salad with roasted vegetables & basil pesto
  • Cheddar cheese pack with water crackers
  • Seasonal fresh fruit
  • Mars Bar
  • Menu subject to change without notice
  Cruise Timing
  • Boarding : 12:30pm
  • Departure Time :12:45pm
  • Return Time : 3:30pm
   Showboat Drinks Menu
  • Beverage Package Upgrade - Included in Cruise Package -
  • This beverage package includes all the beverages listed below for the duration of the cruise (Approximately 3 hours including boarding).

    The beverage package includes:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Carlton Draught
  • Cascade Light
  • Hardy's Brut Reserve – Reynella, South Australia
    Stylish, matured Australian sparkling wine displaying rich fruit, soft full flavours, ideal for any occasion.
  • Hardy's Sauvignon Blanc – Reynella, South Australia
    A lovely wine displaying crisp fruit flavours. An ideal wine to accompany most meals.
  • Hardy's Shiraz Cabernet – Reynella, South Australia
    This wine combined the spicy warmth of shiraz with the rich fruity characters of cabernet.
    An ideal wine with beef and pasta.
  • Fruit Juices
  • Soft Drinks
  • We strictly adhere to N.S.W Responsible Service of Alcohol Legislation
    * Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice.
  Showboat Cruise Program

The famous Sydney Showboat Dinner Cruise commences boarding at 7pm from King Street Wharf 5.

A night to truly remember…

  • 07:00pm -- You will be greeted by our glamorous Australian showgirls and seated at your reserved table.
                       Your entrée is served.
  • 07:30pm -- As the Showboat departs Mr. Showboat will bring magic to your table.
  • 08:00pm -- Stroll the spacious outdoor decks and savour the world famous views of Sydney Harbour before
                       enjoying your main course.
  • 08:30pm -- Anniversary celebrations and magic show on stage while your dessert platter is being served.
  • 10:00pm -- Showboat returns to King Street Wharf. Farewell from the cast and crew!
Azure Deck Dinner Menu
  • Canape's and beverages served upon arrival
  • Main Flavours - Alternate Serve
    Northern rivers prime veal cutlet with mushroom and ricotta tart (Premium Australian Beef).
    Oven roasted chicken breast with asparagus, porcini mushrooms, mash & champagne cream.
    Chef's vegetarian dish of the day (on request)
  • Dessert Platter
    Platter of vanilla bean panacotta, rich chocolate cake and heavenly tiramisu – shared between two guests.
**Indicative menu only, items subject to change without notice.