New Year's Eve Harbour Cruise: Mandalay

Mandalay is a lively and welcoming harbour cruise vessel, perfect for a fun and easygoing New Year's Eve on the water. With open decks, casual lounge areas, an infectious social atmosphere, and the only wood-fired pizza oven on Sydney Harbour, she offers the perfect way to welcome 2027.

This all-inclusive cruise is perfect for couples, families, and groups of friends who want great food, good vibes, and unbeatable fireworks views. Freshly made wood-fired gourmet pizzas are prepared onboard by an acclaimed chef and served continuously throughout the night, paired with an all-inclusive bar featuring beer on tap, wine, and soft drinks.

An upbeat onboard sound system keeps the atmosphere festive and social all evening, while multiple viewing areas including the open-top deck, spacious bow seating, and relaxed indoor areas give you excellent vantage points for both the 9pm and midnight fireworks. With room for 175 guests, Mandalay strikes the perfect balance between a buzzing party atmosphere and a comfortable night on the water.

Why you'll love it

• Front-row views of both the 9pm and midnight fireworks

• Open-top deck, bow seating, and indoor areas for flexible viewing

• Wood-fired gourmet pizzas made fresh all night by an acclaimed chef

• All-inclusive bar with beer on tap, wine, and soft drinks

• Cash bar available for spirits

• Upbeat music all night via the onboard sound system

• Family-friendly - children aged 6 and over welcome

• Limited to 175 guests for a lively but comfortable atmosphere

Inclusions

• Wood-fired gourmet pizzas served continuously throughout the evening

• All-inclusive drinks package (beer on tap, wine, soft drinks)

• Fireworks viewing from multiple open-air and indoor areas

Event details

• Date: Thursday 31 December 2026

• Boarding & departure: 7pm, Darling Harbour / Pyrmont (final wharf TBC)

• Return: 1:00am, Darling Harbour (TBC)

• Tickets: AU$995 per person (adults) | AU$850 per child (ages 6+)

• Capacity: 175 guests