Pack the leftovers from Christmas Dinner and head to the harbour side for Boxing Day! Sydney’s waterfront offers an array of activities during the festive period, from the legendary Sydney to Hobart Boat Race, to private snorkelling sessions in a discreet beach cove. With so many attractions to choose from, our local Anyboat Team have set out their choice favourites for sailing away on a Boxing Day to remember.
Watch the action unfold at the annual Sydney to Hobart Race
The legendary Sydney to Hobart Race is one of the most popular sailing events of the year, offering adrenaline filled action across the city’s waterfront. Prepare to watch one of the most competitive yacht races unfold as over 1,000 crew gather at the Sydney start line for a challenging 48 hour battle to the finish line in Hobart, Tasmania. Away from the busy crowds and chaos on-shore, our Anyboat Boxing Day Cruise positions you at the front row seat of the action, perfect for watching the race whilst enjoying a festive beverage. For more information on availability and packages, please visit our website
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Watch the Sydney to Hobart on a Private yacht[/caption]
Captain your own Boxing day yacht
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Self Drive Boat Hire on Sydney Harbour[/caption]
For those looking for a more intimate environment to kick off their holiday celebrations, our hire vessels are fully equipped with catering facilities, entertainment areas and more, offering a memorable Boxing Day on the water. Bask in the excitement of the races or sail away for an afternoon soaking in sun at one of Sydney’s many pristine beaches. If you’re stuck on hotspots to choose from, we’ve listed some of our most favourable contenders below: Explore Watsons Bay’s hotspots
Watsons Bay is an unmissable Boxing Day treat, with pristine beaches, peaceful coves and on-shore activities to entertain all interests and ages. Spend hours cruising the bay or pick your best spot to anchor down, before heading on-shore for some of the best food, swimming and outdoors spaces Sydney has to offer. Here are a few unmissable spots in the area, handpicked by our AnyBoat team. [caption id="attachment_2911" align="alignnone" width="672"]
Kutti Beach on Boxing Day[/caption]
- Escape the tourists and relax in the private Oasis that is Kutti Beach.
- Ideally positioned next to the beautiful Sydney Harbour National Park,the small isolated cove of Milk Beach is perfect for dropping an anchor and relaxing in nature.
- Head to Hermit Bay for off-shore picnic facilities and welcoming calm waters.
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Milk Beach on Boxing day[/caption] [caption id="attachment_2913" align="alignnone" width="672"]
Boxing Day at Hermit Bay[/caption] Worried about missing out on all of the Bay’s top locations? Choose one of our high speed vessels to soak all the waterfront has to offer.
Sail to Balmoral Beach for a fun on the water! Nothing says Christmas in Australia like the beach. Whilst most of the world buries under the covers of a White Christmas, we cook up a storm with BBQ’s at the beach and coastal activities. Calm waters of the sheltered Balmoral Beach offer endless fun for all ages during the warm summer months, filling your Boxing Day with many water-based activities such as snorkelling, kayaking and even stand-up paddle boarding. Explore our boat hire options for Boxing Day cruising to Balmoral Beach.
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Boxing day views from Balmoral[/caption]
Lower the anchor at Athol Bay
Avoid the winds, drop the anchor and cook up a Boxing Day lunch to remember under the backdrop of the iconic Harbour bridge. Athol Bay is one of our favourites spots for everyday boating, offering pristine views, ample anchoring spots and a refreshing location to take a dip.
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Athol Bay[/caption]
Choose one of our self-catering vessels with dining facilities for unmissable alfresco dining on the water. Contact our team today for Boxing Day Boat Deals
Any Boat has the perfect boat for sailing away on a Boxing Day to remember. We're renowned for providing high-quality vessels suited to all occasions, with catering facilities, entertainment areas and efficient equipment offered with many of our hire options. Contact us today to start planning your Boxing Day experience.
