Carpe Diem Boat Hire Sydney — 38ft Sailing Yacht for up to 8 Guests

8 guests
4hr min
from $350/hr · 4hr min
Prefer to call? 0432 428 297
Carpe Diem
Sailing Yacht 8 guests 38ft 4hr min
Weekday rates from $350/hr — great value
Overview
Catering ✓
BYO food & drinks ✓
Sound system ✗
Swim platform ✗
Crew included ✗
Capacity
Max guests8
Seated dining6
Cocktail / standing8
Vessel length38ft

Carpe Diem is a 38-foot Hunter monohull sailing yacht for charter on Sydney Harbour, departing from New Beach Road, Darling Point. The boat carries up to 8 guests with 6 seated, set up with Moroccan scatter cushions, day beds on deck, a full galley and a transom hot-and-cold shower. Charter rates start from $330 per hour with a 4-hour minimum. BYO food and drinks are welcome with a $100 BYO fee, or arrange catering from the onboard menu.

Example pricing
Based on a 4-hour cruise for 6 guests · food & drinks BYO
$1,600 total · $267 per person

Every cruise is priced to your event — your final price depends on the date, guest numbers and catering. Get a personalised quote based on your event.

The boat’s set up beautifully with day beds, scatter cushions, and throws on the deck's day bed, and a large, free-flowing cockpit, leading out to a lily pad, BBQ off the stern princess seat, and for those wanting to be down below, it’s also finely decorated to be  very welcoming. There’s also a 2-burner stove in the galley, below below-bench fridge, and all utensils provided. The front cabin and main cabin are set up as daybed-like areas for people to lounge around too. Areas of Use + Facilities. 1. Double Day Bed on Deck with Scatter Cushions and Throws. 6-8 people. 2. Cockpit with custom-cut cushions, pillows, and throws. Full sun protection. 3. Whole Cabin Incl V Berth, Galley incl Fridge, Eski. Have a Snooze in beautifully decorated V Berth. 4. Water + Mineral Water Available. 5. Organic Ginger Nectar added to Water Pitchers and Ice 6. Inside and Outside Surround Sound Stereo - WIFI Connected. 7. Boho Chic Decor Inside and Out. Glamswagx 2 Day Beds on Deck with scatter cushions; Day Bed Set in a Settee in - Lounge. 8. Auto Toilet Facilities + Shower + Bathroom. 9. Lilly Pad off Stern 10. Transom Hot and Cold Shower. 11. Complimentary Turkish Towels. 12. Complimentary Tea/ Espresso Coffee/ Herbal teas/ Mineral Water and Organic Ginger Juice (Pitchers made)/ Biscuits. 13. Oven for Heating Up foods brought onboard. No Cooking in the Oven or Cooktop allowed. 14. Phone Chargers.
  • BYO welcome (BYO fee $100)
  • Onboard Menu (PDF) — chilled prawns, sashimi platters, grazing tables, gourmet sandwiches, salads, BBQ chicken, and seasonal fruit
  • Bespoke catering available — tailored to your charter and dietary preferences

At a glance

  • 38-foot Hunter monohull yacht
  • Berthed in Double Bay, Sydney Harbour
  • 8–10 guests
  • BYO welcome ($100 BYO fee)
  • Pickup at New Beach Rd Darling Point, Rose Bay, or King Street Wharf Darling Harbour ($100 wharf fee)
  • Pittwater trips and overnight stays available

Typical rates

  • $350 per hour (year-round) — 4-hour minimum
  • Wharf fee: $100 (pick-up & drop-off)
  • BYO fee: $100
  • Sunrise special — complimentary cooked breakfast

What's onboard

  • Two deck day beds with scatter cushions and throws
  • Cockpit with custom cushions and full sun protection
  • Lily pad off the stern, BBQ off the stern princess seat
  • 2-burner stove, under-bench fridge, eski, full utensils
  • Auto-toilet, shower and bathroom; transom hot & cold shower
  • Inside & outside surround-sound stereo, WiFi-connected
  • Complimentary tea, espresso, herbal teas, organic ginger juice, biscuits, Turkish towels
  • Oven for re-heating only — no cooking on cooktop or in oven

Who Carpe Diem suits best

  • Small groups of 8–10 wanting a relaxed sailing day
  • Birthdays, anniversaries and intimate celebrations
  • Sunrise sails and full-day harbour cruises
  • Pittwater day trips and overnight stays

How Carpe Diem compares to other Sydney yachts

Carpe Diem is one of the smaller, more relaxed yachts in our fleet — well suited to groups of 8–10 who want a calm sailing day rather than a function-style charter. For larger groups, see our wider yacht hire Sydney range or our sailing boat hire page; for an overnight or Pittwater extension see our Pittwater boat hire page.

How to book Carpe Diem

We recommend booking 2–4 weeks ahead for weekends and 4–6 weeks for peak summer. To check availability, send an enquiry through the form on this page or call us on 0432 428 297 — we'll come back the same day with a quote and a hold on your preferred date.

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✓ Byo
✓ Catering
✓ Bbq
✓ Kitchen
✓ Galley
✓ Bathroom
✓ Toilet
✓ Fishing
✓ Wifi
✓ BYO Allowed

Carpe Diem is BYO — bring your own food and drinks. We also offer catering packages including canapés, BBQ, and sit-down dining options. Ask us for a tailored menu and pricing for your event.

Carpe Diem

Carpe Diem is a 38-foot Hunter monohull yacht berthed in Double Bay, available for 8–10 guests on Sydney Harbour. Two deck day beds with scatter cushions, a free-flowing cockpit with full sun protection, a stern lily pad, and a transom hot & cold shower make her set up for relaxed days on the water. There's a 2-burner stove, fridge and full utensils in the galley, a V-berth cabin below, an auto-toilet with shower, and surround-sound stereo wired through inside and out. BYO is welcome ($100 BYO fee). From $350/hr, 4-hour minimum.

Best for small groups, sunrise sails, hidden-bay lunches and full-day harbour cruises. Pittwater trips and overnight stays are also offered, plus a sunrise special with a complimentary cooked breakfast. Pickup wharves include New Beach Rd Darling Point, Rose Bay and King Street Wharf at Darling Harbour ($100 wharf fee). Full pricing, the onboard menu and amenity list are in the tabs below.

Use the pricing calculator above to get an instant estimate, then submit your details. Our team will send you a personalised quote within the hour. A 50% deposit secures your booking.
Yes! Carpe Diem allows BYO food and drinks. You're welcome to bring your own catering, alcohol, and non-alcoholic beverages. There may be a small BYO fee — check with our team for details.
Sydney Harbour is sheltered, so most cruises go ahead rain or shine. Carpe Diem has covered areas for comfort. If conditions are genuinely unsafe (e.g. storm warnings), we'll work with you to reschedule.
Yes, Carpe Diem has 1 bathroom on board.
Yes! Most boats have Bluetooth speakers. You can connect your phone and play your own playlist. DJs may be possible on larger vessels — ask our team.
A 50% deposit is required to secure your booking. The remaining balance is due 14 days before your cruise date.
Extensions are subject to availability and will be charged at the hourly rate. Let the crew know on the day and they'll check if it's possible.
from $350/hr
4hr min · BYO welcome
Prefer to call? 0432 428 297
8
Max Guests
38ft
Length
4hr
Minimum
BYO
Food & Drinks

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Frequently asked questions

How many guests can Carpe Diem carry?

Carpe Diem is licensed for up to 8 guests cocktail-style with 6 seated, across a single-level cockpit and deck layout. Day beds, scatter cushions and the cockpit lounge keep the group comfortable across a full day.

Can we BYO food and drinks on Carpe Diem?

Yes — BYO food and drinks are welcome with a $100 BYO fee. The boat has a full galley with a 2-burner stove, fridge, esky and utensils, plus a BBQ off the stern. Bespoke catering and an onboard menu (chilled prawns, sashimi, grazing tables, BBQ chicken) are also available on request.

How much does it cost to hire Carpe Diem?

Hire starts from $330 per hour with a 4-hour minimum. A $100 wharf fee applies for pickup and drop off, and the $100 BYO fee is in addition if you bring drinks. Public holidays, peak season and NYE attract surcharges. Use the calculator on this page for a full quote.

What occasions is Carpe Diem best suited to?

Carpe Diem suits proposals, anniversaries, engagements, milestone birthdays, intimate family days and Vivid sightseeing cruises. The Moroccan-styled cockpit and sunrise-special with cooked breakfast option make it a strong romantic-day-on-the-water choice.

What catering setup does Carpe Diem have?

The boat has a full galley with a 2-burner stove, fridge below bench, esky and all utensils. An oven is available for reheating only — no raw cooking in the oven or cooktop. Complimentary tea, espresso, herbal teas, mineral water and organic ginger juice are included.

Is Carpe Diem available for New Year's Eve?

Yes — Carpe Diem charters for New Year's Eve on Sydney Harbour. NYE bookings carry the season surcharge and demand is heavy; we recommend booking 6 to 9 months ahead to secure your preferred time slot.

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