Learn to Sail on Sydney Harbour: Australian Sailing Start Crewing
At a glance
- Duration
- 2 days
- Price from
- $394 / person
- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 10 reviews
- Group
- Small group, up to 4
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Manly Sailing Pty Ltd
- Meeting point
- We start our lessons on the ground floor of Manly Yacht club, we are in central Manly and very easy to get to. If you are arriving in Manly via ferry then all you need to do is head out of the ferry entrance and turn right, walk along the beach front until you reach the yacht club.
Description
This is the exciting first step on the Australian Sailing Keelboat training pathway. You will begin to familiarise yourself with the vessel and the responsibilities associated with being a crew member. Your experienced Instructor will introduce you to the basics of sailing on a small boat, including boat handling, safety and sailing theory. You will cover basic sailing terminology and rules, basic knots, tacking and gybing and man overboard recovery. All of our instructors are qualified by Australian Sailing with years of experience. This is a 12 hour course consisting of 2 x 6 hour lessons. We will provide life jackets, don't forget to bring sun safe clothing, sun cream, wear non marking shoes and take a bottle of water. For this course no experience is necessary, so come along and enjoy sailing here in Manly, one of the best locations to sail in the world!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 9:00 AM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 31
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $394
In demand: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 29.
Tour Options
What's included
Included
We supply the Lifejackets and Sunscreen
Professional Instructors and equipment necessary
Not included
We recommend you bring some lunch and water for the course
Hotel pick up and drop-off
Transport to and from attraction
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
10 reviews
How it compares in Sydney
- Rated higher than 79% of 363 reviewed tours in Sydney
- Price over the last 17 days: $388–$394
Excurgo comparison of 1,012 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Wheelchair and stroller access is possible to yacht club but not the boat itself
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Learn to Sail on Sydney Harbour: Australian Sailing Start Crewing lasts about 2 days.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $394 per person for this Sydney experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:00 AM.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 17 of the next 30 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is We start our lessons on the ground floor of Manly Yacht club, we are in central Manly and very easy to get to. If you are arriving in Manly via ferry then all you need to do is head out of the ferry entrance and turn right, walk along the beach front until you reach the yacht club. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 4 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Wheelchair and stroller access is possible to yacht club but not the boat itself
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair and stroller access is possible to yacht club but not the boat itself
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Manly Sailing Pty Ltd.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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