About this tour
Sail Sydney Harbour aboard Southwinds, a 61-foot classic yacht, on this 2.5-hour hands-on experience departing from Manly. Work alongside experienced skippers to hoist sails and take the helm past the Opera House and Harbour Bridge, or simply watch from deck. No sailing knowledge required—you control your level of involvement. A tender ferries you from Manly Sailing to the yacht anchored in the bay.
Highlights
- Actively raise sails and steer a 61-foot yacht
- Glide past [Sydney Opera House](/places/sydney-opera-house) and Harbour Bridge
- Learn from professional skippers in a small-group setting
- Choose between active participation or relaxed observation
- Tender transfer adds an adventurous start to the sail
What to expect
You'll meet at Manly Sailing, then board a powerboat tender for a short ride to Southwinds waiting in the harbour. Once aboard, the skipper will invite you to help set sails and take turns steering, explaining techniques as you go. The boat glides past Sydney's most recognisable landmarks while you're free to help or simply relax on deck. The experience suits all abilities—first-timers and experienced sailors alike find their rhythm. Tender boarding involves climbing a few steps, so be prepared for minor physical movement.
Good to know
Bring your own snacks and drinks. The tender transfer requires climbing steps onto the yacht, making this unsuitable for those with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or serious heart conditions. Children need an adult supervisor. Public transport reaches Manly Sailing easily if you're not driving.
Frequently asked
- How long does Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht take?
- Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht runs for approximately 2h 30m.
- How much does Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht cost?
- Prices start from AUD $225 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht run?
- This tour operates around Australia. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Sydney Harbour: Hands-On Sailing Experience on Luxury Yacht?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. AU & NZ Travel earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original AU & NZ Travel summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.