Planning a celebration on Sydney Harbour instantly sets the tone for something special. Add to that a stylish catamaran, delicious food, friendly service and sweeping views of the Opera House and Harbour Bridge — and you get a venue that feels designed for good times.
The Magistic Two, one of Sydney’s most loved cruising catamarans, beautifully brings all of this together. From small birthday dinners on shared cruises to milestone events on the VIP Top Deck and large-scale celebrations with full-boat charters, Magistic Cruises makes it effortless to celebrate in style.
This guide walks you through everything you need to know before planning your celebration.
Shared cruises offer a complete, ready-to-enjoy experience. No event planning, no logistics, no stress — just food, drinks, great views and a relaxed, festive atmosphere.
Guests often book these cruises for different kinds of celebrations in Sydney, such as:
Most groups book the package that includes drinks, making the cruise a smooth, all-inclusive celebration.
The Magistic lunch and dinner cruise packages offer a multi-cuisine buffet with salads, hot dishes and a delectable dessert. Served in a restaurant-quality dining space with reserved seats and waiter service, these experiences treat you to changing views of the iconic Sydney Harbour attractions. For groups, there are curated packages that include beers, wines, sparkling and soft drinks.
Shared celebrations work well for:
While planning your cruise, these are a few things to keep in mind:
For groups wanting something private yet affordable, the VIP Top Deck is the most popular choice. The ambience instantly lifts the mood — warm lighting, spacious indoor and outer deck, great views and freedom to personalise your celebration.
Guests choose it because it offers:
Perfect for:
Event hosts often choose:
While these are not provided by the cruise itself, the following forms of entertainment are possible can be organised on board to liven up the event:
Booking a private deck is a budget-friendly, yet stylish, alternative to a boat hire on Sydney Harbour. This option brings with it the following features:
A full charter transforms the ‘Magistic Two’ into your private floating venue. This option gives you complete control over the event – ambience, event program, décor, entertainment and menu.
Full charters are often booked for:
Charter inclusions can be customised for different events based on the number of invitees, theme and budget specifications of the host/company. Custom quotes can be sent for approval before you confirm your event.
Crew members coordinate boarding, dining service and event timelines to ensure everything runs smoothly.
Charter guests can set up:
Corporate Gala (up to 200 guests)
Wedding Reception (up to 200 guests)
The ‘Magistic Two’ cruises past many popular Sydney attractions:
Of these, the latter three are better visible from the daytime cruises.
Cruises offer excellent photo opportunities. Guests often prefer these spots on board:
The lunch cruises on the Magistic bring with it an excellent view of the Harbour City sights in addition to a scrumptious buffet lunch. Magistic dinner cruises on Sydney Harbour, however, focus less on the sightseeing experience and more on dining, with a three-course buffet dinner on Sydney Harbour and a view of the illuminated city skyline and iconic attractions.
Main Deck
Top Deck (VIP Deck)
Outer Decks
Celebrating on the ‘Magistic Two’ blends the magic of Sydney Harbour with excellent dining, spacious decks and warm hospitality. Small celebrations shine on the shared cruises, medium groups love the flexibility of the VIP Top Deck, while large gatherings enjoy the impact and freedom of a full-boat charter.
Every option is designed to make your celebration easy, memorable and filled with moments worth keeping.For custom pricing or event planning support, simply submit an email enquiry and the charter consultants will guide you through every step. The Magistic is ready to welcome you on board — your celebration begins the moment you step onto the deck.
