New Year's Eve boat hire on Sydney Harbour
Welcome the new year from the water, surrounded by the people you want beside you. Settle in for an evening of summer light, dining, drinks and Sydney’s extraordinary harbour celebrations aboard your own private yacht.
Sydney at its most unforgettable
By early evening, Sydney Harbour has a different energy. The last summer light moves across the water, glasses are poured and the skyline begins to glow as the city gathers for the night ahead.
A private charter gives you space to experience it your way. Dine on deck, celebrate with friends and family, and watch the harbour come alive around you as midnight draws closer.
With local knowledge, attentive service and every detail carefully considered, Lifestyle Charters makes the evening feel beautifully simple from boarding to your return ashore.
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Find your yacht for New Year’s Eve
Whether you are planning an intimate celebration or bringing together a larger group, the right yacht changes the way the whole evening feels.
Tell us who you are celebrating with and the style of night you have in mind. We’ll help you find the most suitable charter and package.
Felix
A sleek 58-foot Riviera designed for relaxed entertaining, with generous indoor and outdoor spaces for dining, drinks and taking in the harbour.
$32,500 for up to 12 guests, BYO
+ $300 per guest thereafter up to 25 guests.
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$37,500 for up to 12 guests, all-inclusive
+ $600 per guest thereafter up to 25 guests.
- 7hr luxury cruise from 6pm – 1am.
- Unlimited beverage package.
- Chef prepared meal.
- Prime vantage point to watch the fireworks on Sydney Harbour!
Enigma
A 65-foot flybridge cruiser with a spacious sundeck, generous lounge areas and room to host a larger New Year’s Eve gathering in comfort.
Currently booked.
If Enigma suits the style or size of your group, speak with our team about alternative charter options.
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Not sure which yacht is right?
Tell us your guest numbers, preferred package and how you imagine the evening unfolding. We’ll recommend the most suitable options available for New Year’s Eve.
From first glass to midnight
New Year’s Eve charters are designed to give you time to settle into the harbour rather than rush through it. The evening unfolds gradually, with Sydney changing around you as daylight gives way to the city lights.
This was the best birthday I have ever had and that was due in a major way to the experience with your company and The Felix.
A huge thank you to Sam and Dave for such a fantastic experience, we will absolutely be booking again and recommending Lifestyle Charters to everyone!
We are already talking about another charter for even longer and to watch the sunset ❤️
Crew were fantastic with all their efforts in getting the wheelchair bound birthday boy on board and comfortable.
Best oysters he’s tasted he said.
Overall a great evening aboard Felix…thank you for the memories.
As the dust has now settled and I am finding time to get back to business as usual after Donal's Birthday Bash aboard your beautiful boat Enigma, I keep thinking just how wonderful the whole experience was and how lucky we were to have worked with you.
Not only was the boat just perfect for our event, we found yourself and your crew so easy and lovely to work with.
You took the time to answer my plethora of questions about the kitchen/self catering and gave us great practical advice for the best outcomes. Basically - setting us up for success!
We really appreciate your efforts and those of your lovely crew, Sam, Bella and Cameron.
So many guests commented the same - talking no end about the party, the food, drinks, crew, boat, beautiful harbour & luckily stunning weather.
It was a smashing day!
Thank you again for everything.
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Hosted by people who know the harbour
Lifestyle Charters is family-owned and owner-operated, shaped by a lifelong connection to Sydney and its waterways.
Sam and Dave bring that local knowledge into every charter, supported by experienced crews and a personal approach to planning. From choosing the right yacht to discussing wharves, catering and beverages, the aim is to make every decision feel clear and considered.
On New Year’s Eve, when the harbour is at its busiest, that combination of local understanding, careful planning and attentive hospitality matters.
A night seen from the water
There are the moments everyone expects: the bridge, the fireworks and the countdown.
Then there are the smaller ones that stay with you. The last light on the deck. Dinner with the skyline behind you. A glass raised between friends. The quiet movement of the yacht before the harbour erupts at midnight.
Those are the moments a private New Year’s Eve makes your own.
Planning New Year’s Eve
Which yachts are available for New Year’s Eve?
Availability changes by vessel and season. For NYE 2026/27, Felix is currently available with BYO and all-inclusive options, while Enigma is currently booked.
Tell us your guest numbers and preferred style of charter and we can recommend suitable options from our fleet partners.
How long is a New Year’s Eve charter?
Private New Year’s Eve charters are generally around seven hours. The current Felix NYE package is listed from 6 pm to 1 am, giving you time to board, settle into the evening, enjoy the harbour celebrations and return after midnight.
How much does a New Year’s Eve charter cost?
Pricing depends on the yacht, guest numbers and package.
For NYE 2026/27, Felix is currently listed from $32,500.00 AUD for up to 12 guests, with additional per-person pricing for larger groups.
Contact our team for current availability and a tailored quote.
Can we BYO food and drinks?
BYO is available on many charter vessels, although fees and conditions vary by boat and package.
Felix currently has a BYO option listed for NYE 2026/27. We will confirm exactly what is included and what you need to bring before your charter.
How many guests can we bring?
Capacity depends on the vessel. Felix accommodates up to 25 guests, while Enigma accommodates up to 41.
Tell us the size of your group and we will help identify the most suitable available yacht.
Are all-inclusive New Year’s Eve packages available?
Yes. All-inclusive options are available on selected charters, including a current NYE option on Felix.
Package inclusions vary, so catering, beverages and service arrangements will be confirmed as part of your quote.
Where can we be picked up and dropped off?
There are a number of wharves available around Sydney Harbour. Some vessels have location restrictions, so we will help arrange the most suitable pick-up and drop-off points for your group.
on Sydney Harbour
New Year’s Eve on Sydney Harbour is a celebration unlike any other. Step aboard your private yacht for an evening of summer light, dining and drinks as the city gathers around the water and anticipation builds towards midnight.
We’ll help shape the evening around your group, from the right vessel and harbour pick-up to catering, beverages and entertainment. As darkness settles across the city, enjoy the atmosphere from the water before raising a glass as Sydney welcomes the new year.
New Year’s Eve charters are available on selected vessels, with options tailored to your guest numbers and preferred style of celebration.
Make this New Year’s Eve yours
Bring together the people you want beside you when midnight arrives.
Tell us your guest numbers, preferred yacht and the kind of evening you have in mind. We’ll help shape a private Sydney Harbour charter around your celebration, with thoughtful planning from the first conversation to the journey home.
Tell us about your New Year’s Eve
Share a few details and we’ll come back to you with the most suitable charter options.
We’ll use these details to recommend the most suitable charter options for your group.