Whether you’re visiting Sydney or a lucky Sydney local, we can’t think of a better way to spend Christmas Day with your loved ones than on a private luxury charter boat on Sydney Harbour.
Blessed with a gorgeous summer’s day and the harbour to yourself, your luxury Christmas Day boat cruise would bring together 10-100 of your family, extended family and/or friends to celebrate the holidays with the same privacy you enjoy at home but with a twist – changing up the location for an extra special day like no other.
Imagine hosting Christmas but doing no cooking or preparation at all. Or maybe surprising the family with a boat day where the kids can swim and play freely on the water toys like our Lilypad, SUPs and Sun Chill.Â
The bit we love the most; leaving the mess behind when it’s time to go home.
Sound like music to your ears?
For those visiting from interstate or overseas, chartering a luxury yacht on Christmas Day gives you’re the freedom of space and lounging around, supported by our highly-trained crew to make your stay more bespoke and comfortable than the finest hotels and restaurants on the Harbour.Â
It’s a luxury, yes, but it’s also the experience of a lifetime, and a memory you’ll cherish forever. Â
Forget the pot-luck dishes and washing up, let us take care of everything as you make memories with the family on some of our favourite vessels to cruise the Harbour.Â
Please note, Christmas Day is a special day on the Harbour so pricing does reflect this.Â
All catering is POA on Christmas Day due to staffing availability
($50pp thereafter)
Don’t feel like BYO-ing?
Take a look at our catering menus here – everything from private chefs to relaxed BBQs and platters. We are also fully licensed so you can sit back, relax and enjoy our sensational Australian drinks list.
($50pp thereafter)Â
Feeling a little extra?
Take a look at our catering menus here – everything from private chefs to relaxed BBQs and platters. We are also fully licensed so you can sit back, relax and enjoy our sensational Australian drinks list.
Depending on how you like to celebrate Christmas, day or evening cruises are available on our yachts. Our personal favourite is for a lunch-to-afternoon charter where you can enjoy a gorgeous lunch (BYO or catering available) followed by a long afternoon catching some sun, enjoying some drinks and dipping in and out of the water.
Our team will be happy to put together a custom itinerary to suit your time and festivities. Just let us know how you would like to celebrate and we’ll do the rest! Here’s an example of what your Christmas on the water might look like with Lifestyle Charters:
Most charter boats are available on Christmas Day, with most offering exclusive private charters.
Depending on your guest numbers and budget, we can suggest the best option for you.
Special Christmas Day surcharges and terms and conditions apply.
Each boat will have different terms on Christmas Day, but most private charter boats will have a minimum of five or six hours and special pricing.Â
Christmas Day is a very special day on the harbour and pricing does reflect this. Â
Enigma is $12,000 for up to six hours BYO for up to 12 guests, and $50pp thereafter.Â
Felix is $9,500 for up to 6hrs BYO, up to 12 guests, and $50pp thereafter.Â
Please note catering is POA on Christmas Day due to staffing availability. It’s their Christmas too!Â
Yes, BYO is an option on many boats so let us know if this is important to you and we can find a suitable boat for you.
We work with a wide range of boats with various capacities that are perfectly suited for families (large or small), corporates and domestic or international travellers.
With an estimate of guest numbers, we can recommend the perfect vessel for you, so get in touch with a rough number and we can go from there.
Firstly, Sydney can’t wait to have you!Â
December is such a wonderful time to be in Sydney and to be here over the holidays is truly unique – especially if you’re used to a snowy Christmas.  Â
Yes, there are all inclusive options however this will be priced on application due to holiday staffing considerations.
To speak to us about a Christmas Day cruise this year or next, we’d love to hear from you.
Any other questions?
For this once in a lifetime experience, get in touch to book your preferred boat today. Our vessels do book out early so best to get in early if you want to pick of the bunch!
We have our finger on the pulse when it comes to Sydney Harbour events and luxury boat cruises. Reach out to our friendly team and let’s get planning!Â
Is there anything better than a salty swim - maybe to dust off after a big week (or big night), or to reset your mind and mood. It’s certainly a mood changer and something we encourage doing on every charter! So to help make you and your guests more comfortable in the water, we have a handful of our favourite harbour swimming toys available on Enigma and Felix….
Lily pad - free on request
Sunchill - $150 hire fee per charter
Pool Pontoon - $400 hire fee per charter
2x Stand up paddle boards - $80 per board, per charter
What might you add to your next harbour cruise? Be sure to book to avoid missing out.
Say hello to Felix 💙
This Sydney Harbour show-stopper seduces all its clients. Said by many, including me, to be one of Sydney’s best day boats, Felix can entertain up to 25 guests, is nimble enough to get in close to our stunning harbour beaches, and has a delicious Australian food and wine offering to boot. Tick. Tick. Tick.
This 55ft Salthouse cruise is the envy of most boat owners due to its clean lines, ample space, open plan design and modern aesthetics.
Have you been on board? Or have you got a charter booked on board Felix coming up?
We have some availability over the summer, so best to book soon if you haven’t already.
See you on the water soon xx
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Say hello to ENIGMA 💙
This magic 65ft beauty is one of Sydney Harbour’s most popular luxury charter boats. Comfortable for up to 41 friends, family or colleagues, you and your guests will enjoy its many entertaining spaces, accessible large swim platform & variety of swim toys, delicious food (thanks @cateringbyrukus) and drinks, and friendly service. There is a lot to like about Enigma!
With some availability still left over summer, get in touch now for a quote and availability check. We’d love to host you!
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We’re hiring: We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified GPH (or suitable person with the ability to get GPH qualification) looking for a full-time summer contact position, joining our friendly and hard-working team from 1 October 2024 to 5 April 2025.
The right candidate would be available weekends, assist in ensuring boats are ready for charters, be sole deckhand on board and because we are a small and supportive team, be a service-orientated team player assisting with food and drink service throughout the charter.
Being a core member of the team, the successful applicant will be a fast learner and will be expected to lead freelance crew to deliver charters to our high expectations.
The job is based from the Gladesville Bridge Marina, Drummoyne with plentiful street parking available.
Important bits:
-GPH qualified (or willingness to be)
-Current First Aid
-Current NSW RSA
-Sydney-based
-Some boating and/or hospitality experience
-A hard-worker, team player and willingness to learn on the job
-Attractive salary
To apply, send your resume/credentials along with a few sentences about yourself and what you’ve been up to professionally of late to me, Sam Higgins on sam@lifestylecharters.com.au.
Lifestyle Charters is a family run business who strives to be a leading yachting employer and provider of exceptional and safe charter yacht experiences on our vessels, Enigma and Felix. We pride ourselves in being the gold standard in compliance and safety, and empower our crew to deliver professional and memorable charters on Sydney Harbour for our clients.
Lifestyle Charters
Phone: 0402 557 453
Gladesville Bridge Marina
380 Victoria Place,
Drummoyne NSW 2047
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