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Captain Cook Cruises

No.6 Jetty Circular Quay, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia (City Centre)
+61 2 9206 1122
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Owner description: Captain Cook Cruises Sydney Harbour has been operating for 42 years offering sightseeing, dining and overnight cruises. Showcasing the best views of... more » Owner description: Captain Cook Cruises Sydney Harbour has been operating for 42 years offering sightseeing, dining and overnight cruises. Showcasing the best views of Sydney Harbour is Captain Cook's specialty while offering a range of cruise options to suit any itinerary. Choose from the iconic Coffee Cruise with live commentary, a Seafood Buffet Lunch, Top Deck Lunch, Starlight Dinner, Captain's Club Dinner or Gold Dinner cruises. Captain Cook also offer the Harbour Highlights cruise and the 24 hour Hop On Hop Off Explorer cruise allowing you to experience more of Sydney Harbour. Special Events are always a specialty with front row seats for New Years Eve on Sydney Harbour assured when you cruise with Captain Cook Cruises. « less
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Chicago, Illinois
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The food on the cruise was excellent and the views were stunning. The quality of the boat wasa a little poor. The decor was dated and the entire boat smelled of fumes from the engine exhuast. The price was average for this type of attraction but the quality is a little low.

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Hobart
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Lovely cruise. Commentary was great, you find out so much that you would never know going around on ferrys to see Sydney. 2 hour coffee cruise was great, nice to sit and have a coffee or OJ while cruising around. Many other options for the cruises which we would do a different one next time.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

The Captain Cook Cruises are great because you can hop on/hop off of the cruise all day, go to the zoo, Watson's Bay, and Darling Harbor while getting a great view of the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Bridge, and all of the little inlets, homes, boats, and gardens close to the water. It is a "must see" and a "must... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
22 May 2013

Dear Ronaold353 Thanks so much for your positive review of your recent coffee cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We were glad to read that you enjoyed the day and found our commentary exciting and liked our 'goodies’ pack. We also carry sunscreen on board as well for all our guests to use. Once again many thanks. Cheers Richard Doyle... More

Surfers Paradise, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 May 2013

On a recent stay in Sydney three of us went on the 2 hour coffee cruise. The commentary during the cruise was excellent and very information. Morning tea was better than expected especially the package of 'goodies' to have with coffee. Highly recommend to those who enjoy being on the water and want to get an overview of Sydney harbor... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Ronald 353, Thanks so much for your positive review of your recent coffee cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We were glad to read that you enjoyed the day and found our commentary great and the goodies box is well worth it too. Thank you for your positive feedback. It is appreciated. Cheers Regards, Richard Doyle Head of Sales... More

Bunbury, Australia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We wanted to book a cruise to the zoo and investigate others. The staff in the Darling Harbour office were of mature ages and presented well. However, they were not interested in talking about cruises offered by their company. In the middle of purchasing zoo combo tickets another staff member arrived and so started a lively conversation about their social... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Dardychris, Thank you for your feedback relating to our customer service. We were disappointed to read about our customer service at our Darling Harbour Office, as we do pride ourselves on delivering world class service. We do sometimes not get it right and we appreciate your feedback and we will certainly following up with our staff concerned. We were... More

Berkshire, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

The tourist cruises look Ok but are expensive, why not try a ferry trip to Watsons bay , as all those in the know do. You see all the sites and can stop at a great little place with walks around the coast and have lunch at the take-away seafood place on the pier. They even supply tables with a... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear KWokB Thank you for your feedback and we offer a number of cruises and ferry options to get around Sydney Harbour from our Hop On Hop Off from $39 which includes 7 stops on the harbour and is valid for 24 hours including Watson Bay up to our 5 star dining product. We hope you can enjoy some of... More

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

We went on a afternoon coffee cruise around Sydney harbor and enjoyed the trip. The staff on board were very helpful and attentive. The narration was very interesting even for a sydneysider. Only negative comment is the access.One guest had limited mobility and there is no way to get on board without climbing steps which in this day is not... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Weeksy, Thanks so much for your positive review of your recent coffee cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We were glad to read that you enjoyed the day and found our commentary enjoyable. Regards, Richard Doyle Head of Sales and Marketing Captain Cook Cruises More

Missoula, Montana
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

My husband and I enjoyed a pleasurable tour around Sydney Harbor on the buffet lunch cruise aboard the Captain Cook. This was a great way to see a lot of the harbor, and get acclimated after flying across the ocean for 14 hours! The seafood selection at the buffet was ample and tasty; the service good. Water was served; additional... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Grizingraz, Thanks so much for your wonderful review of your recent buffet lunch cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We are glad you enjoyed the experience and found it a great way to get use to the start of your vacation. Our clients do get excited about being on the harbour and we do try and balance our commentary... More

Huntington Beach, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 April 2013

My wife and I enjoyed a Coffee Cruise in Sydney Harbour on a beautiful, sunny Sunday morning. The narrated cruise covers the Harbour out to the open sea in one of the prettiest harbours in the world! Coffee and cake are a treat on this cruise! Highly recommend.

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear photguy66degreees, Thanks so much for your positive review of your recent coffee cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We were glad to read that you enjoyed the day and found our commentary great and our coffee and cake box is well worth it too. Thank you for your positive feedback It is appreciated. Cheers Regards, Richard Doyle Head of... More

Dodge City, Kansas
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 April 2013

With limited time in Sydney, we booked an evening dinner cruise on the Captain Cook. What a great decision. The food was delicious, the music was live, even the weather was picture perfect that evening. There was a full moon behind the Opera House and the Harbor Bridge. Cruising the harbor allowed us to see the whole city from a... More

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Richard D, Director of Sales at Captain Cook Cruises, responded to this review
9 May 2013

Dear Marilyn B, Thanks so much for your wonderful review of your recent dinner cruise with us on Sydney Harbour. We are glad you enjoyed the our food and agree - cruising the harbour is a relaxing and delightful way to spend an evening on one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Cheers and Regards, Richard Doyle Head... More

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