Mother’s Day is the time to celebrate the mothers in your life, and let them know just how important they are.
However, it can be hard to decide how to thank these incredible women, especially when there are so many amazing events planned each year. If you’re really looking to spoil mum this year, cruise companies operate lunch and dinner cruises in Sydney’s iconic harbour.
To discover the best Mothers’ Day cruises in Sydney, check out our top picks below.
Captain Cook Cruises
Captain Cook Cruises is hosting several Mother’s Day events this year, but the standout has to be the Sunset Dinner Cruise. This two-hour experience includes a glass of sparkling wine for mum on arrival, before setting off into the harbour to take in an autumnal sunset to the soundtrack of live music.
Guests can also choose to enjoy a 3 or 4-course dinner, featuring slow cooked Australian beef cheek, gremolata-rubbed barramundi, or Middle-Eastern eggplant. The tour departs from Darling Harbour, with a spacious deck and indoor seating overlooking the water. Pause for a photo under the Harbour Bridge, and enjoy the evening with your loved ones.
Sydney Princess Cruises
Embark on a three-hour Sydney Harbour cruise aboard the MV Harbour Spirit. This experience from Sydney Princess Cruises will take mum past the most iconic destinations in Sydney, including the Opera House, Clifton Gardens, and Taronga Zoo.
Enjoy a freshly prepared Mothers’ Day lunch, including canapes and a gourmet grazing station, as well as Australian beers and wine. After you’ve finished eating, live musicians will serenade you with an ABBA Tribute Show, performing all their greatest hits.
Vagabond Cruises
If Jazz is more your mum’s style, then hop aboard a cruise with Vagabond Cruises. This three-hour adventure includes a welcome glass of bubbles and a flower for mum, before you set out onto the harbour to the sounds of live jazz.
Indulge in a seafood and carvery lunch, including freshly shucked Sydney rock oysters, slow-cooked beef brisket, and tiger king prawns, followed by a selection of cakes, seasonal fruit, and tea. The bar provides premium beer and wines, and giveaways run all day long.
Journey Beyond Cruises
This all-inclusive lunch cruise by Journey Beyond Cruises is the perfect way to spoil mum. Over the course of two hours, you will be surrounded by Sydney’s most iconic landmarks, as well as the vibrant city skyline, as you gently travel across the harbour. Start with a welcome glass of bubbles while you take in the onboard floral display, before snapping a photo of the 360-degree Sydney sights.
The two-course lunch menu and beverage package features grilled salmon, spinach & ricotta ravioli, and more, with plenty of options to cater to dietary restrictions. There’s even a pink dress code which, while not enforced, adds an extra layer of fun to the afternoon.
Good Time Harbour Cruises
Nothing beats a cruise, except maybe a three-hour Mediterranean seafood buffet cruise. This exciting experience from Good Time Harbour Cruises includes an endless buffet of mouthwatering dishes, such as fresh smoked Atlantic salmon, chargrilled meatballs in homemade Napolitana sauce, Greek salad, fresh dinner rolls and more.
Plus, enjoy Vegas-style live entertainment with an Elvis Show and live DJ. Mum will love this three-hour harbour adventure.
Clearview Cruises
While not specifically for Mothers’ Day, Clearview Cruises is an unforgettable experience every time. The signature glass boat includes floor-to-ceiling windows and a Sky Deck for 360-degree views of the harbour like never before.
On a Signature Dinner Cruise, you will be treated to a four-course dinner, with reserved seats and elegant waiter service. Watch as the harbour comes to life at night, with exclusive photo opportunities next to some of Sydney’s most famous attractions.
The three-hour cruise is the embodiment of sophistication, as you dine on seared scallops, classic Italian gnocchi, and pistachio-hazelnut Paris-Brest.
Experience Oz
If you’re looking for a more secluded experience, why not hire an entire boat with Experience Oz?
This luxury cruise begins with a welcome from the crew and a selection of appetisers, sparkling wine, beer, and more as you cruise past world-famous landmarks over sunset. You will then arrive at Balmoral Beach for a multi-course dinner and drinks at The Public Dining Room, boasting spectacular views over the water.
After dinner, head back to the boat and cruise the harbour by night. Dessert will be served under the star-lit sky, with photo opportunities to make sure you never forget your magical evening.
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