ROSE BAY CATAMARAN FIELD GUIDE
Ring in 2025 on BAREFOOT BLUE: a three‑deck New Year’s Eve catamaran out of Rose Bay
A six‑hour New Year’s Eve cruise on a stable, three‑deck catamaran — BYO drinks, BBQ and nonstop music with front‑row views of both the 9pm and midnight fireworks over Sydney Harbour.
Ring in 2025 on BAREFOOT BLUE: a three‑deck New Year’s Eve catamaran out of Rose Bay.
Celebrate New Year’s Eve aboard BAREFOOT BLUE, a large, stable catamaran departing Rose Bay for a six‑hour night on Sydney Harbour. The cruise combines nonstop music, a BBQ, BYO drinks and covered, 360° vantage points so guests are front and center for the 9pm curtain‑raiser fireworks and the midnight display that welcomes 2025.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Three decks, stable platform
A large, stable catamaran with three decks and a covered top level offers uninterrupted, 360‑degree views across Sydney Harbour — the sort of platform that keeps the party moving and the vista wide.
BBQ, beats and BYO drinks
The cruise pairs a mouthwatering Aussie BBQ and an epic sound system with non‑stop music for a hot summer night of dancing; guests bring their own drinks and eskies are provided.
Front‑row access to both fireworks displays
The itinerary positions the boat for different vantage points at the 9pm fireworks and again at midnight so guests can see both displays from the water with unhindered lines of sight.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
Board at Rose Bay and spend six hours aboard a lively, music‑driven cruise that sails through Sydney Harbour, times its course for the 9pm fireworks and then for the midnight display, serves a BBQ, and keeps the atmosphere upbeat as you ring in the new year.
THE VESSEL
Three decks, stable platform
A large, stable catamaran with three decks and a covered top level offers uninterrupted, 360‑degree views across Sydney Harbour — the sort of platform that keeps the party moving and the vista wide.
THE PARTY
BBQ, beats and BYO drinks
The cruise pairs a mouthwatering Aussie BBQ and an epic sound system with non‑stop music for a hot summer night of dancing; guests bring their own drinks and eskies are provided.
THE VIEW
Front‑row access to both fireworks displays
The itinerary positions the boat for different vantage points at the 9pm fireworks and again at midnight so guests can see both displays from the water with unhindered lines of sight.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this night is built for — and what the capacity limits mean.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Check‑in begins at Rose Bay Wharf with a planned departure window in the evening and a return around 1am; the cruise runs approximately six hours.
Bring your own drinks — eskies are provided on board.
The vessel offers a BBQ and toilets, plus multiple decks and a covered top deck to move between viewing positions.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
Where do I meet for the cruise?
Check‑in is at Rose Bay Wharf prior to departure.
How long is the New Year’s Eve cruise?
The cruise lasts approximately six hours.
Will we see fireworks from the boat?
Yes — the itinerary includes viewing the 9pm fireworks and the midnight fireworks from different vantage points while cruising the harbour.
Can I bring my own drinks?
Yes — the cruise is BYO for drinks and eskies are provided on board.
What facilities and entertainment are onboard?
The vessel features a BBQ, toilets, an epic sound system and three decks (including a covered top deck) with nonstop music and crew service throughout the night.