The Sir Thomas Sopwith, a white sailboat with two sails and a red flag at the stern, glides across a calm blue sea under a clear sky, with several people on board and the coastline visible in the background.
A smiling family of four relaxes on a sailboat in sunny weather, with a large bridge and city skyline in the background. The adults wear sunglasses and light clothing as they lounge together.
View from the deck of a sailboat on the water, heading towards a city skyline with tall buildings and a large arch bridge in the background under a clear blue sky.
A person in a white shirt opens a bottle of Veuve Clicquot champagne on a boat, with sparkling water in the background.
Close-up of coiled ropes on shiny metal cleats on a wooden sailboat deck, with sunlight reflecting off the water in the background.
A glass of champagne on a table set with food, napkins, and drinks on a boat deck, with a charcuterie board featuring grapes, nuts, and cheese in the foreground.
A wooden board on a yacht table holds assorted cheeses, cured meats, dried tomatoes, grapes, nuts, and crackers. Two glasses of sparkling wine are beside the board. The background shows a blurred water and greenery view.
A large white sailboat is anchored on calm water near a green shoreline, with two people sitting in a small inflatable boat nearby. Buildings are visible in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
A person in swim trunks is mid-flip off a floating inflatable dock next to a sailboat, while another person stands on the boat, watching. Trees and blue sky are visible in the background.
View through a partially open door into a cozy boat cabin with a double bed, decorative pillows, wood paneling, striped flooring, and a skylight above.
Wooden steps lead down into a boat’s cabin, flanked by two cozy bedrooms with beds and wooden storage. Soft natural light comes from porthole windows above each bed, and the floor has striped wood paneling.
The interior of a yacht featuring wooden paneling, a long polished dining table with flowers, cushioned seating with pillows, a kitchen area, and natural light from skylights above.
A cozy cabin bedroom on a boat features a rounded bed with white and floral pillows, wood paneling, a wall-mounted TV, and an adjacent compact bathroom with a toilet and shower. Natural light enters from a ceiling window.
A cozy boat cabin with a double bed, white bedding with black sea-themed prints, a brown blanket, wooden cabinets, a small wall lamp, and two porthole windows letting in natural light.
The photo shows the bow of a sailboat on calm green water near a tree-lined shore, with metal railings and rigging visible, and forested land in the background.
A person wearing a hat relaxes on a striped lounge chair on a boat, with the Sydney Harbour Bridge and waterfront visible in the background under a sunny sky.
A wooden board with assorted cheeses, nuts, figs, grapes, and breadsticks sits on a table next to two glasses of white wine, with a blurred background of a boat and the sea.
A seafood platter with lobster, shrimp, oysters, lemon wedges, and greens sits on a table. A person holds a glass of wine, and two others are partially visible sitting nearby.
View from a sailboat deck looking toward the shoreline, with calm blue water, metal railings, and distant buildings and greenery under a clear sky.

Sir Thomas Sopwith

$1,075.00

Sir Thomas Sopwith is a beautifully restored, classically styled yacht launched in 1974 and designed by renowned naval architect Robert Clark. Featuring elegant timber finishes, spacious decks, and modern cruising comforts, she combines true ocean-going pedigree with timeless charm — making every sail on Sydney Harbour a uniquely memorable experience.

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Specs

Category: Availability:

Available via enquiry above
Capacity

26
Features

Bedroom, BYO Food & Drinks, Catering options, Ensuite, Fully Equipped Galley, Indoor and outdoor seating, Saloon, Showers, Skipper, Sound System

Description

Discover the timeless elegance of Sir Thomas Sopwith, a classic yacht steeped in history and character. Designed by renowned naval architect Robert Clark and launched in 1974 in Falmouth, UK, this distinguished vessel was originally crafted for the Ocean Youth Club and gifted by the legendary aviator and America’s Cup yachtsman, Sir Thomas Sopwith himself.

Thoughtfully transformed into a luxurious, classically styled yacht, Sir Thomas Sopwith combines authentic ocean-going pedigree with refined modern amenities. Her rich heritage and meticulous craftsmanship meet and exceed commercial survey standards, promising guests both comfort and peace of mind.

Cruising the sparkling waters of Sydney Harbour, Sir Thomas Sopwith offers an experience unlike any other — a chance to sail aboard a true icon of maritime design, where every journey becomes a memorable part of nautical history.

RATES (All inclusive of GST)
$1,075 per hour
Minimum 4 hours: 1 October – 1 March
Minimum 3 hours: 1 March – 1 October

Additional fees:
Waitstaff (1 per 10 guests): $350 per 4 hours, then $65 per hour thereafter
BYO food: $10 per person
BYO beverages: $10 per person
Wharf fees: $50 per wharf
Manly relocation fee: $350

Catering options are available.

Special event:
New Year’s Eve: $35,000 BYO (up to 24 guests)

Floating Festival Raft Events vs Private Charter Boat Hire

We have two exciting options to choose from:

1. Join our renowned floating festival raft-up events! We gather a fleet of yachts at Rose Bay Wharf and sail to a secret spot on Sydney Harbour. There, we link up the yachts to create an afternoon party zone with top local DJs spinning tunes. You can reserve an entire yacht or purchase individual tickets. Prices start at *$3000 for a whole yacht and *$165 per person for a single ticket.

2. Prefer a private experience? You can hire a boat exclusively for you and your friends to explore Sydney Harbour without other vessels nearby. Prices for private charters range from *$300 per hour to *$1250 per hour. (*Additional fees may apply.)

How to Book

  1. View all events here
  2. Select the date you want
  3. Select the yacht you want to book
  4. Select the payment option you want by clicking “MORE PAYMENT OPTIONS. We have 3 payment options, when booking a whole yacht. Only option 1 is available for single tickets
    a) Pay whole balance up front
    b) Payment plan – Pay 10% a week over 10 weeks (not available if event is within 10 weeks)
    c) Social Split – Pay small deposit and we’ll email you a private ticket link to share with your friends to pay off the remaining balance
  5. Proceed to check out by completing attendee info, customer & billing info
  6. You will be emailed confirmation of your booking
  1. View all boats here
  2. Select the boat you want. You can use the filters to help you choose
  3. Send us an enquiry via the online form on the boat you have selected
  4. We will call/email within 24-48 hours to let you know availability and pricing
  5. If you are happy with the quote, we will email you an invoice to pay a deposit (20-50% of total booking) to secure your vessel of choice

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