A relaxed one-hour Sunday afternoon cruise on Sydney Harbour where your dog is a welcome guest.
Tour Overview
Dogs on Deck is a harbour cruise made for dog lovers. You board a 10.5 metre catamaran at Man O’War Steps, next to the Sydney Opera House, and spend an hour cruising past the Opera House, the Harbour Bridge, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour, with your dog beside you.
There is a grazing platter for the humans, dog-friendly treats and water bowls for the dogs, and you are welcome to bring your own drinks. With no more than 20 guests and around 8 to 10 dogs on board, the feel is friendly and social.
It suits locals looking for something different to do on a Sunday, families with a well-behaved small or medium dog, and visitors who miss their own dog at home.
This season, Sea Sydney Harbour donates 1% of Dogs on Deck ticket sales to Sydney Dogs & Cats Home, and you can add your own voluntary donation when you book.
Quick Facts
| Duration | About 1 hour (including boarding) |
| Departs | Man O’War Steps, Circular Quay (next to the Sydney Opera House) |
| Operating days | Sunday afternoons, October to February |
| Vessel | 10.5 metre catamaran |
| Group size | Up to 20 guests and around 8 to 10 dogs |
| Dogs | Small to medium dogs up to 25kg, each with its own ticket |
| Included | Grazing platter, one soft drink or water, dog treats and water bowls |
| Drinks | BYO alcohol welcome, no corkage |
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Why You’ll Love It
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- Share a day on Sydney Harbour with your dog.
- Photos of your dog with the Opera House and Harbour Bridge behind.
- Dog treats and water bowls are provided on board.
- Meet other dog lovers in a relaxed, social setting.
- A grazing platter is included, and you can bring your own drinks.
- Small numbers mean plenty of room for people and dogs.
- Part of every ticket helps Sydney Dogs & Cats Home this season.
Is This the Right Cruise for You?
Choose Dogs on Deck if you want to bring your dog. If you are travelling without one, the Harbour Highlights & Aussie Bites or Sunset & Sparkle cruises leave from the same place.
Operated by Sea Sydney Harbour. Find out more about the Dogs on Deck Harbour Cruise on the Sea Sydney Harbour website.
Highlights
- A harbour cruise where your dog is a welcome guest
- Photos of your dog with the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge behind
- Dog-friendly treats and water bowls on board
- Grazing platter for the humans, plus a soft drink or water
- BYO drinks with no corkage fee
- Small group: up to 20 guests and around 8 to 10 dogs
- This season, 1% of ticket sales go to Sydney Dogs & Cats Home
Itinerary
15 to 20 minutes before departure: Meet at Man O’War Steps, Circular Quay, next to the Sydney Opera House. Your dog will be carried on board by you or the crew.
Departure: Cruise out onto Sydney Harbour on a Sunday afternoon.
During the cruise: Glide past the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Barangaroo and Darling Harbour while you enjoy the grazing platter and your pup enjoys the treats and the breeze.
About 1 hour after departure: Return to Man O’War Steps.
Cruises run on Sunday afternoons from October to February. Check the booking calendar for available dates and times. Your confirmation will show your exact departure time.
Included
- One-hour harbour cruise on a 10.5 metre catamaran
- Friendly skipper and crew
- A grazing platter to share and one soft drink or water per person
- Dog-friendly treats and water bowls
Optional Extras
- BYO alcoholic drinks are welcome, with no corkage fee
- Add a voluntary donation to Sydney Dogs & Cats Home when you book (100% goes to the charity; non-refundable)
What to bring
- Your dog’s lead and anything else they need
- Comfortable clothes and a light jacket
- Your camera or phone
- Your own drinks if you like, and photo ID if bringing alcohol
How to get there
Meeting point: Man O’War Steps, Circular Quay, Sydney, right next to the Sydney Opera House.
By train or ferry: Circular Quay station and ferry wharves are a short walk away (around 5 to 10 minutes). Follow the waterfront towards the Opera House.
Arrive: 15 to 20 minutes before your departure time.
Boarding: There is a small step from the wharf onto the boat. The crew are happy to help.
Important Information
Prices shown include Sea Sydney Harbour’s 3% booking fee.
Rules for dogs
- Every dog needs its own ticket, booked with an adult ticket. Breed and weight details are needed when you book.
- Small to medium dogs only, up to 25kg.
- Dogs must be well behaved, vaccinated and desexed, and comfortable around other dogs and people.
- Dogs must stay on a lead for the whole cruise.
- Dogs are carried on and off the boat by their owner or the crew.
- Please make sure your dog has been to the toilet before boarding.
Good to know
- Cruises need at least 10 guests to run.
- Special dietary requirements cannot be catered for, as the food is a shared platter.
- This is not a guided tour, although your skipper may share stories about the harbour.
Cancellation policy
- Reschedules and refunds can be made up to 7 days before your cruise with no fee.
- Less than 7 days before your cruise: 100% cancellation fee, or a 50% fee to reschedule.
- Rescheduling is allowed once, with the new date within 12 months.
Full terms: Sea Sydney Harbour terms and conditions
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