Sydney Pearl Function Boat

Versatile & Budget-Friendly Function Boat

Sydney Pearl is one of Sydney Harbour’s most versatile and best-value function boats, purpose-built to host an incredible range of events. Whether you’re planning a lively dance party, a relaxed cocktail cruise, or a formal sit-down celebration, this spacious vessel adapts to suit every occasion. With three levels, expansive viewing decks, and a flexible layout, Sydney Pearl offers the perfect setting for birthdays, corporate functions, weddings, and milestone events. Complete with a dance floor, DJ booth, full bar, and onboard kitchen, it combines entertainment and convenience to deliver an unforgettable harbour experience for up to 140 guests.

Info

Key Info

Capacity: 140 people

Price: From $600 per hour (others fees may apply – see price guide)

Boat Type: Large Function Boat

Location: Sydney Harbour

Features

  • Capacity for up to 140 guests
  • Seating for 90 guests
  • Standing capacity for 140 guests
  • Three levels
  • Front and top viewing decks
  • Flexible seating configuration for sit-down or cocktail-style events
  • Dance floor and DJ booth
  • Fully stocked bar onboard
  • Kitchen facilities for catered events
  • Nightclub-quality surround sound system
  • Four toilets

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Availability

Availability

  • Available daily – please enquire for current availability
  • Charters: minimum 3 hours, maximum 4 hours
  • Christmas season: special 4-hour all-inclusive package available (see pricing for details)

Wharf Locations

  • King St Wharf, CBD
  • Convention Wharf, Darling Harbour
  • Casino Wharf
  • Other Sydney Harbour wharves available on request, subject to availability and possible fees

Facilities

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Entertainment Options

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Eats

Food

Cheese Platters – $10 per person

Pizza Platters – $15 per person

Clifton Gardens Cocktail Menu – $28 per person

Roaming Canapés:

  • Mini chicken skewers (GF)
  • Salt & pepper calamari (V)
  • Beef sliders with gruyere & tomato jam
  • Assorted arancini balls (V)
  • Downtown New York mini hot dogs with ketchup relish
  • Chef’s selection of gourmet pies:
    • Thai chicken
    • Beef & thyme
    • Lamb & rosemary
  • Trio of quiche:
    • Lorraine
    • Sundried tomato & feta (V)
    • Spinach & ricotta (V)

Dessert:

  • Chef’s selection of assorted cakes
  • Tea & coffee available on request

Farm Cove Hot Roast Buffet – $28 per person

Starters:

  • Tea & coffee
  • Assorted biscuits (V)

Mains:

  • Australian beef striploin with thyme & shiraz wine sauce
  • Roasted marinated chicken pieces
  • Herb-roasted chat potatoes with rock salt (V)
  • Baked pumpkin (V)
  • Steamed greens (V)

Dessert:

  • Assorted cake (V)

Freshwater BBQ – $28 per person

BBQ:

  • Mountain pepper beef skewers (GF)
  • Bush finger lime infused chicken (GF)

Chef’s Galley:

  • Bay leaf mushroom ratatouille (GF) (V)
  • Lemon myrtle smashed baked potato (GF) (V)
  • Vermicelli Asian noodle salad with Nam Jim dressing (V)
  • Rainbow slaw with strawberry gum eucalyptus & honey dressing (GF) (V)
  • Rocket, pear & parmesan salad with balsamic dressing (GF) (V)
  • Fresh bread rolls (V)

Rushcutters Bay Buffet – $40 per person

On Arrival:

  • Heirloom tomato, feta & basil bruschetta (V)
  • South Australian bocconcini & prosciutto (GF)

Buffet:

  • Marinated finger lime BBQ chicken (GF)
  • Beechworth honey & whisky glazed ham carved at the buffet (GF)
  • Slow-roasted Australian beef with bush pepper & mustard crust (GF)
  • Smashed baked potatoes with lemon myrtle & garlic (GF) (V)
  • Bay leaf mushroom ratatouille (GF)
  • Steamed greens
  • Rocket, pear & parmesan salad with white balsamic dressing
  • Rainbow slaw with strawberry gum eucalyptus & honey dressing
  • Crusty sourdough & Lurpak butter

Cheese:

  • Chef’s selection of Australian cheeses (GF) (V)
  • Salad of dried fruit, quince paste & crackers
  • Tea & coffee available on request

Rose Bay Buffet – $48 per person

On Arrival:

  • Balsamic glazed mushroom & feta bruschetta (V)
  • South Australian bocconcini & prosciutto (GF)

Buffet:

  • Whole baked salmon with lemon & dill crème carved at the buffet (V)
  • Eye fillet of Australian beef with Café de Paris butter (GF)
  • Sundried tomato & feta chicken supreme with saffron & Cointreau glaze (GF)
  • Kale, apple & shiitake risotto (GF) (V)
  • Lyonnais potato gratin (GF)
  • Steamed greens
  • Rainbow slaw with strawberry gum eucalyptus & honey dressing
  • Rocket, pear & parmesan salad with white balsamic dressing
  • Crusty sourdough & Lurpak butter

Dessert:

  • Chef’s selection of decadent cakes (GF) (V)
  • Tea & coffee available on request

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Drinks

Drinks

Juice & Soft Drinks – $14 per person (4 hours)

  • Includes a selection of juices and soft drinks
  • Excludes energy drinks and lemon, lime & bitters

Diamond Beverage Package – $46 per person (4 hours)

Beer:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Furphy Refreshing Ale
  • Light Beer

Wine:

  • St Augustus Pinot Grigio 2018 (SA)
  • Two Truths Sauvignon Blanc 2018 (SA)
  • Two Truths Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (SA)
  • Two Truths Shiraz 2017 (SA)
  • Saint-Louis Brut 2018 (France)
  • Two Truths Rosé 2019 (SA)

Non-Alcoholic:

  • Juice
  • Soft drinks (excludes Red Bull)

Platinum Beverage Package – $56 per person (4 hours)

Beer:

  • Pure Blonde
  • Furphy Refreshing Ale
  • Light Beer

Wine:

  • St Augustus Pinot Grigio 2018 (SA)
  • Two Truths Sauvignon Blanc 2018 (SA)
  • Manyara Sauvignon Blanc 2016 (SA)
  • Two Truths Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 (SA)
  • Two Truths Shiraz 2017 (SA)
  • Uppercut Shiraz 2017 (Barossa Valley)
  • Saint-Louis Brut 2018 (France)
  • Aurelia Chardonnay Pinot Noir 2018 (WA)
  • Two Truths Rosé 2019 (SA)

House Spirits:

  • Jim Beam
  • Bundaberg Rum
  • Vodka
  • Scotch
  • Bacardi
  • Gin

Non-Alcoholic:

  • Juice
  • Soft drinks (excludes Red Bull)

Pay-As-You-Go Option:

  • See beverage price list for cash or bar tab options

Staff Fee:

  • $300 per bar staff (per 50 guests)

Note:

  • For 18th–21st birthdays, bar packages and BYO are not available.
  • Cash or bar tab service only.

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Price

Boat Hire Fees

Catered Charters (with food & beverage package)

  • January–October: $2,000 (3 hours) | $2,600 (4 hours)
  • November–December: $2,250 (3 hours) | $3,000 (4 hours) – minimum 50 guests, excludes Friday & Saturday nights from last weekend in November until Christmas Eve
  • Cash/Bar Tab: $300 staff fee per 50 guests applies
  • Public Holidays & Special Dates: Price on request
  • Note: BYO beverages not permitted on catered charters

Christmas Season Special

Friday & Saturday nights – last weekend in November to the last Saturday before Christmas Eve

  • $155 per person
  • 4-hour cruise
  • Minimum 70 guests
  • Includes Rushcutters Bay Buffet or Clifton Gardens Cocktail Menu
  • Includes Diamond Beverage Package
  • Wharf fees for city wharves included

BYO Charters (bring your own food and/or beverages – max 50 guests)

  • January–October only: $2,600 (3 hours) | $3,200 (4 hours)
  • BYO Fee: $15 per person (applies to food and/or beverages)
  • Public Holidays & Special Dates: Price on request
  • Price includes staff fees
  • BYO Requirements:
    • Disposable plates, cutlery, cups, and ice to be supplied by guests
    • Guests may bring their own eskies (2 large tubs provided onboard)
    • All guests must arrive at the departure wharf with their BYO items – no early boarding
    • Galley and fridges not available for use

Any Other Fees

  • Wharf Fees:
    • King St Wharf – $75 per booking
    • Eastern Pontoon, Circular Quay – $90 per booking
    • Note: The vessel cannot dock at Manly, Balmoral, or Convention Wharf
  • Pre-Access: $250 for up to 30 minutes prior to cruise start (subject to vessel availability, maximum 3 people)
  • Security: Required for all birthday parties where the guest of honour is 24 years or younger – 1 guard per 80 guests @ $350 per guard
  • Cash/Tab Bar Staff Fee: $300 per bar staff (per 50 guests)

Payment

Deposit: $2,000

Balance: 14 days before event

Bond: $1,000

The deposit locks in the boat and confirms the booking for you. The deposit contributes to the total price and the balance is the remaining amount due. The damage bond is payable before the cruise and is returned after the cruise.

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