Sydney Port is a true city port, and the ship has naturally become an essential means of transportation. But in Sydney, it is not only a convenient means of transportation, it can also be a gourmet restaurant, a place for leisure and entertainment, but also can become a thrilling water sports ~
Sydney Port (Sydney Harbour), also known as Port Jackson, is a natural seaport, east of the South Pacific Ocean, west of the Palamata River, the north and south of Sydney is the most prosperous center. The Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge are known as "one of the best natural harbours in the world". First of all, let's start with the most basic boat as a means of transportation.
Transport chapte
Sydney Ferry Ferry
Ferry passes through Sydney Opera House (photo from Internet)
Sydney is a coastal city, ferry (Ferry) has naturally become an important vehicle. Sydney Ferry runs through Sydney Bay, sitting on the ferry to enjoy the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge and other beautiful scenery, but also to avoid traffic jams in the urban area, two birds with one stone, easy and convenient. There are many kinds of Sydney ferries, the two most common of which are yellow-green and white catamaran.
The Sydney ferry, centered around the ring pier, diverts outward to the Taranga Zoo, Manley Beach and other places, running at intervals of 20 minutes. The first and last ships are about 0. 5 and 24, respectively, depending on the lack of access to the routes, which can be found on the official APP.
Speaking of which, newcomers will always be confused, how to buy tickets? Where do you board and board? Don't worry, we can download the ferry's official website APP:TripView Lite. before we take the ferry.
Download APP for TripView Lite
With the help of TripView Lite, we can see the operating time of the ship to be taken; enter the departure dock and the destination terminal, and it will show the time of the next ship. The Sydney Ferry Terminal is marked as a green circle with F in the middle. The station plate will show the frequency and timing of the stop at this station. It is best to check the information above with the TripView Lite to avoid miscarriage.
Sydney Ferry ferry (pictured on the Internet)
Opal cards are supported at all sites. With the exception of the Circular Quay station, the ferry is basically a vending machine and no manual ticket office. Passengers can't buy tickets on board, they should buy Opal card in advance! Opal card can't be purchased at railway station, ferry station or bus stop, but can only be purchased and recharged at convenience store.
Opal card anonymously reported missing, no deposit. Can recharge more than 20 Australian dollars any number. Get on and get off the bus. You need to pay by card when you get on board and get off the boat. One-way $2.8, piecewise pricing, one-way generally no more than $8. The Opal card allows you to travel by any means of transport, whether by train, ferry, bus or tram, which is very convenient.
Opal Card (Photo from the Internet)
Sydney ferry route:
F1: roundabout Pier to Manley Line, Manley Beach
F2: zoo line, Tallonga Zoo located on the Gulf Peninsula
F3: route connecting Parramatta to Ring Terminal via Love Port
F4: a short-haul route connecting the ring wharf and the love port, with more trips
F5: roundabout to Neutral Bay, north of Sydney
F6: route from the roundabout terminal to the famous rich area of Mosman
F7: you can go to Watson Bay, via Rose Bay Station, Shuangshui Bay Station, are the highest-end rich areas in Sydney, famous tycoons from all over Australia, stars and many others live here.
Sydney ferry route map (photo from transportnsw)
Tips：
- Pay attention to the safety of boarding and boarding, Sydney ferry no one check, but there are spot checks, ticket evaders will be imposed a high fine
- Sydney ferry official website: https://transportnsw.info/routes/train
24-hour follow-up cruise ship
Sydney Harbour's follow-up cruise ship, (ECO Hopper), offers a 24-hour, flexible trip to Sydney Port. Not only played the role of sightseeing, but also played the role of traffic, but 8 stops along the way. You can choose to follow the ring wharf, Love Harbor, Taronga Zoo and Moon God Park, or sit from beginning to end and enjoy the beautiful scenery for 90 minutes.
Sydney 24-hour follow-up cruise ship (photo from the Internet)
The beautiful scenery of Sydney Harbor is picturesque and delightful. Different periods of time, and how to match between the scenic spots can be chosen. When you sit on a cruise ship and fly freely with the sea breeze, seagulls and doves, the Sydney Opera House and the Harbour Bridge in the distance bring in the sight, and you have to sigh that such a perfect journey is a journey.
Sydney 24-hour follow-up cruise ship (photo from the Internet)
Eight important stops:
- Love Harbor (Darling Harbour): is one of Sydney's favorite attractions for residents and tourists, with Sydney's only casino, Starport Entertainment City, surrounded by aquariums, wildlife parks, Madame Tusa's Wax Gallery, Chinatown and a wide variety of restaurants, including the Aquarium, Wildlife Park, Lady Tusa's Wax Gallery, Chinatown and a variety of restaurants.
- The circular wharf (Circular Quay): is located at the northern edge of the CBD area of Sydney Bay between Cape Lang and the rocky area. Consisting of waterfront trails, shopping malls, parks, restaurants and coffee shops, and equipped with railway stations and ferry terminals, Sydney is a major transport hub. There is a large ferry, bus and rail interchange. Whenever New Year's Eve and Australia's fireworks show, the ring pier is one of the main meeting places. Surrounding attractions include rock area, Sydney Opera House, Royal Botanical Garden, Harbour Bridge and other landmark buildings.
- Taronga Zoo (Taronga Zoo): is located in the mountains in the tropical jungle, Sydney's largest, most famous zoo. Any of Australia's most amazing wild animals, such as koala, platypus, kangaroo and penguin, etc.
- Watsons Bay (Watsons Bay): various seaside mansions with famous seafood restaurants and waterfront bars
- Manley Beach (Manly Beach): gets off the boat and walks for a few minutes to the beautiful Manley Beach.
- The isolated island of (Q Station): Q stands for "quarantie", which is the entrance to the harbour. It takes only a few minutes to reach Sydney Harbour National Park.
- Milson Point:, a noble residential area on the north shore of Sydney, is quiet and its docks are full of private yachts. (Luna Park), the favorite playground for locals and children, is located here
- Watsons Bay (Watsons Bay): Watsons Bay is a famous bay from Watsons Bay to the hillside with a picturesque view of the Pacific Ocean, blue water and steep cliffs.
The round trip schedule is as follows:
A timetable from Love Harbor to Manley (photo from Kingstar)
A timetable for Manley to Love Harbor (photo from Kingstar)
Tips：
- Do not smoke on board the cruise ship
- The 24-hour follow-up ferry ticket is valid within 24 hours from the first use.
The cruise ship on the tip of the tongue
Captain Cook.
Captain Cook's cruise ship (Captain Cook Cruises), founded in Sydney in 1970, has a long history of cruise boat tours in many Australian cities. It is the oldest cruise ship company in Sydney Harbour and has hosted the Chinese Prime Minister and the President of the United States. The British royal family also has all kinds of stars, well-known, the quality is worthy of trust.
Captain Cook Cruises Company provides a variety of services such as sightseeing boats, dinner cruise ships, luncheon cruise ships, breakfast and afternoon tea cruise ships, ferries, sailing boats, private charters and so on. Different routes aboard Captain Cook's cruise ship are considered the best way to experience and explore Sydney Harbour.
Dinner cruise ship Captain Cook, Sydney (photo from the Internet)
What seaport in the world is comparable to Sydney's charming tight and colorful life? On board the Cook Cruise, you can enjoy the priceless scenery from an excellent angle. At sunset, having a delicious dinner, watching the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge become golden in the setting sun, the sea lost its original color and exuded glamour drunk like a drink of roses.
Captain Cook, Sydney (photo from the Internet)
When the boundless stars shrouded the earth, the water waves reflected the flamboyant trees, and Sydney shone on the sea under the lights. You can choose a steak dinner or lobster dinner, or the most popular "double spell" steak lobster dinner ~ smoked salmon, black caviar, beef ridge, grilled lobster, chicken vegetables, hot corn, sweet potatoes, orange cake, white wine ~
Captain Cook lobster package (photo from the Internet)
The luncheon cruise was a seafood buffet, a selection of Sydney rock oysters, sea-water shrimps, mussels, seafood salads, Thai-style sweet and spicy sea bream, seafood chowder, and a selection of exotic cuisine and a selection of buttered chickens by the chef. Australian steak, etc.-I personally prefer dinner cruises. After all, Sydney night view is very attractive, but if you prefer seafood or other arrangements at night, the lunch cruise is also an unforgettable sailing experience.
Captain Cook has a lot of gourmet food (photo from the Internet)
Showboat
When the rush dissipates during the day, it's better to set foot on the beautiful Sydney Port of Sydney, the night show boat (Sydney Showboats), Sydney Showboats is one of the most unique dining places in Sydney Harbour! Since 1987, more than 5 million tourists have come home happily.
Sydney showboat (Photo from the Internet)
Showboat is a real oar ship with a long history, unlike other ships sailing in Sydney Harbor, it exudes the splendor and charm of the old world. Backlit marble, columnless theaters, all facilities built with the highest standards, and plenty of verandas surrounded by extended outer decks to serve as dreamy viewing corridors, during the New year fireworks event in Sydney, The viewing angle here is the best!
Sydney showboat (Photo from the Internet)
The dining experience is a perfect combination of old and new, allowing you to enjoy all the comforts and modern luxuries of the old world and enhance the Sydney dinner cruise experience! Let's talk about a three-way dinner on a three-hour night tour-blue crab, ham cheese, grilled figs, salmon pancakes, kangaroo salad, Italian dumplings, roasted Western Australian tiger shrimp, Angusfeli steak, grilled snapper, Mango Pudding, Black Forest Cake and other options!
Showboat food (photo from the Internet)
Showboat is also the only yacht in Sydney Harbor to present a world-class international show. The performers are Australia's most attractive dancers, and they are full of energy. Dressed in a variety of dazzling clothes and neat performance teams listed as passengers presented a brilliant show! This includes the most famous journey of love, (Voyage of Love). This is Showboat's most enjoyable performance, must watch!
Showboat performance (Photo from the Web)
You will travel between Sydney's famous landmarks and scenic spots. You can watch Sydney's horizon turn from light to darkness on the circular porch, or enjoy the hot delicacies of the ship and the wonderful performances of singers, dancers and magicians. Intoxicated in the splendid night of Sydney Harbor's lights.
Tips：
- Sydney Showboat has a 75-minute afternoon tea tour, a 1.5-hour dinner night tour, a 3-hour lunch tour and a 3-hour dinner tour. Everyone can choose according to their preferences and schedule.
Entertainment experience chapte
Blue _ hill _ sunset _ cruise
Sydney as a means of transport, boats that can eat delicious food you already know ~ then Sydney Harbour ships can still play? Then let me recommend a great one-day tour: blue Mountain Sydney Harbor sunset cruise, so that you can experience the sea, land and air all-round play in a day!
Blue Mountain (Photo from the Internet)
Blue Mountain (Blue Mountain) is described by the Queen of England as "the most beautiful place in the world" and is a must-have place for people traveling to Sydney. Thick eucalyptus woods, majestic sandstone cliffs and the Cox River across the valley, the three sister peaks stand side by side with each other in different times and seasons of the day, due to the variety of light and shadow. The stunning scenery and beautiful legends make it a world-famous place for sightseeing.
Blue Mountain Cable car (Photo from the Internet)
During a day's tour of the cute koala in the Feddell Wildlife Park, the beautiful three sister peaks, the echo valley, the picturesque Lula town, the exciting aerial cable car, the Blue Mountain ropeway, and the forest train, these three kinds of cable cars have their own characteristics. Back in downtown Sydney, sit on a sunset cruise at the Olympic Park docks and enjoy a quiet time.
Rivercat (Photo from the Web)
The sunset cruise boat sailed slowly to the ring wharf, along the beautiful harbour, the Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Sydney Tower and other landmark buildings on both sides of the strait. The sunsets are carefully scheduled and will be adjusted according to the sunset time of the season. In the setting sun, the sky is like a coat of orange paint, the whole sea sparkles and glows. The sunset cruise will cross the harbour bridge and pass the opera house. Don't forget to stand on deck and leave a memorable picture of yourself!
Sydney Port's "Speed and passion"
In Sydney Bay, the best water sport to play is the Oz Jet Boating jet speedboat! Oz Jet Boating, which started operations in 2000, has now received more than 500000 visitors. Oz speedboat is not only a simple high-speed speedboat, but also a unique adventure experience. One of the most popular is the Thrill Rides (Red Shark, known for its speed of 80 kilometers an hour.
Oz Jet Boating Red Shark jet speedboat (photo from the Internet)
From the ring wharf near the Sydney Opera House, the Red Shark galloped through the water near Sydney Harbor, and the bright red was striking in the bay. On the way, passengers will see a variety of Sydney famous attractions-Sydney Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Denisenberg, Rose Bay and so on-giving passengers a unique view of the Sydney Harbour.
Oz Jet Boating Red Shark jet speedboat (photo from the Internet)
During the 30-minute journey, passengers will experience "fish tail", "riding waves", "brake stop" and the exciting 270-degree rotation, is a rare experience in Sydney water sports oh!
Tips：
- Valuables do not take on speedboats, do not carry cameras
- Be sure to fasten your seat belt and do not stand while driving
- Passengers have back, neck, shoulder or heart disease, or pregnancy injury or other conditions, may pose a health risk, can not take a jet boat oh ~
When it comes to jet boats at Sydney Port, the Oz,Thunder Jet Boat is also very popular. Once you get on Thunder, you start a race against time! The speedboat drifts, rotates, stops at an incredible speed, and all the time it's pulling your nerves. The scene in front of us was fleeting like a fleeting passage. Only the white bubble rolled up behind you reminds you of what just happened. With the rise of adrenaline, you will experience pleasure that you have not enjoyed. It's time to show Sydney Port your courage!
Sydney Thunder speedboat (photo from the Internet)
But the essence of Thunder is that it's not just fast, it's a well-designed route. During the 30-minute Lightning trip, the speedboat will pass through the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Port Island, Rose Bay, Watson Bay, Taronga Zoo, Moon God Park and other major attractions. Limits, heartbeats, screams, and the Sydney scenery washed away by white waves. What are you waiting for such an unrivalled jet experience that stimulates the beauty to grab both hands?
Sydney Thunder speedboat (photo from the Internet)
Tips：
- Book on the official website: http://thunderjetboat.com.au
- Height below 120 cm, pregnant women, head, back injury soon or heart questions are not allowed to take part in jet speedboat adventure.
Retro pirate sailboat
James Craig Tall Ship Sailing (Photo from the Internet)
The high mast, the only way into Sydney 200 years ago, has evolved into a popular local experience.
Since 1874, James Craig Tall Ship (James Craig has been a distinctive high-mast pirate yacht at Sydney Harbour, with a retro-archaic taste. The astonishing journey began when the historic ship left Pilmont. As you travel along the harbour, you will enjoy the spectacular Harbour Bridge Sydney Opera House and bid farewell to Sydney's beautiful skyline, as we will head to the blue edge of the distance.
James Craig Tall Ship Sailing (Photo from the Internet)
You can climb onto the main mast of a sailboat and look out and shout like a real sailor. There is also an opportunity to sail with the crew on return, and if the captain is in a good mood, he will invite you to try to steer, sail Sydney Port, and make you feel like you are in the age of great navigation and experience the real life of a sailor.
Climbing the main mast of a sailboat (pictured on James Craig Tall Ship's website)
Tips：
- Book on the official website: https://www.shf.org.au
- The minimum age for boarding a ship is 12 years
- Please wear the right shoes and wear a windproof jacket. High heels are strictly prohibited.
- If the captain considers the wind or sea conditions unfit to travel on the day of the trip, the event will be cancelled
- Smoking on board is strictly prohibited
Take a boat to watch whales and chase dolphins
Sydney whale watching (photo from the Internet)
Australia has a narrow coast and is a whale-watching resort. In Australia's winter (May-November), thousands of whales migrate along the coast, northward in Australian waters, humpback whales, southern right whales, Blue whales, killer whales and even dolphins can be seen in Australia, during which time is the best whale watching season. Whale watching at Sydney Harbor and the surrounding coastline is a wonderful experience for both locals and tourists.
Sydney whale watching (photo from the Internet)
The best places to watch whales near Sydney are (Port Stephen) in Port Stephen and (Jervis Bay). In Jarvis Bay. Let's recommend a whaling company from Sydney Port,: Whale Watching Sdyney, whose ships have a steady and moderate speed and an excellent whale-watching perspective. After departure, the cruise ship will travel slowly in Sydney Port for a while so that passengers can enjoy the beautiful scenery of the harbour. It then takes only 15 minutes to reach the high seas for whale watching.
Sydney whale watching (photo from the Internet)
Whale tours are divided into three types: 3-hour regular, 3-hour upgrade and 2-hour. More than the regular version, a professional photographer took a photo of whale watching and a ticket to the ship with the ECO. Personally, the upgrade version was the most cost-effective! the two-hour whale-watching ship was fast, and it was 20 minutes from Sydney Harbor to reach the whale-watching point. More suitable for time-limited or young, adventurous tourists ~
Boat fishing
Australia is surrounded by the sea, this superior location determines Australia has a very rich aquatic resources. The corresponding sea-related leisure activities are also very popular among the masses. In addition to the well-known swimming, surfing, yacht and other activities, sea fishing is also very popular! And it is said that Australian fish are stupid and easier to catch than the rest of the world.
Sydney fishing (photo from the Internet)
Suitable for fishing in the early morning, dusk and night. The speedboat is equipped with all the fishing gear you need, and an experienced guide will teach you how to calculate the tide and find the right fishing nest. To know that the vast sea is not anywhere you can hook fishing oh ~ when you catch fish, you will understand why sea fishing is so addictive ~
A lot of harvest (pictures from the Internet)
In addition, Australia in order to protect the diversity of Australia's ocean and sea resources, each state has its own rules. Fish that do not fit the size need to be released immediately and can be taken away from them.
If it were you, which ship would you choose to sail to Sydney?
In Sydney, you can use the boat as a means of transport to and fro; you can take a show cruise boat night tour of Sydney Port, embrace the world's most beautiful port; You can also set foot on the super-vintage pirate ship to experience the feeling of being a sailor ~ want to play Sydney's cruise ship what features it is up to you! So what's your choice?
Author: 77-Kingsta
