Rose Bay · Up in the air

15-Minute Sydney Highlights Scenic Flight with Picnic & Bottle of Wine on Shark Island

Book up until 31 March 2026
9.0
Exceptional
216 reviews

Escape the city on an exclusive Sydney highlights and Shark Island experience. Your journey commences with a thrilling seaplane flight over Sydney Harbour and Bondi Beach, offering bird-eye views of the iconic Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House. Upon landing, a water transfer will whisk you away to Shark Island, where you will roll out a picnic rug and tuck into a gourmet selection of cheeses, crackers, marinated vegetables and pastries. Toast to your adventure with a bottle of wine, as you soak up unparalleled views, before returning to Rose Bay via water taxi.

Inclusions
  • Valid for one person (18+)
  • Scenic Sydney highlights seaplane flight (*approximately 15 minutes)
  • Return water taxi transfers from Rose Bay to Shark Island
  • Brunch picnic hamper
  • Bottle of white, rose, red or sparkling wine
  • Available: Wednesday – Sunday: Departure times are on request and will be confirmed by Sydney Seaplanes after booking

Sample Picnic Highlights

  • Gourmet cheese and crackers
  • Dried fruit, nuts and quince pasta
  • Fruit and berries
  • Crusty baguette
  • Cultured butter, jam and marmalade
  • Marinated vegetables
  • Smoked salmon sliders
  • A selection of pastries and sweet treats
  • Water and freshly squeezed orange juice
  • A bottle of white, rose, red or sparkling wine, as selected

*Menu is subject to change. Images and descriptions are provided as examples only

Overview
Availability: Wednesday — Sunday
Duration: Flexible
From NT$11,663 /person
Includes taxes & fees
Check availability
Buy now, choose dates later available Learn more

Pricing & availability

To check availability and prices, please let us know the following:
Location
Rose Bay
From
NT$11,663 /person
Not ready to book just yet?
Buy now, choose dates later
You can purchase this experience and choose dates when ready. Book until 31 Mar 2026.
Give this experience as a gift
Surprise a special someone with the gift of an unforgettable experience. They can book until 31 Mar 2026.
Location

Sydney Seaplane Terminal, Lyne Park, Rose Bay, NSW

Things to know

  • Bookings must be submitted at least 24 hours in advance
  • After you have made your booking request, a confirmation email will be automatically sent to your nominated email address.Guests need to provide their full names and weight upon check-out. Please note this is NOT a final confirmation, as your desired date may not be available
  • Please note: Sydney Seaplanes will be in contact within 1–3 business days to confirm your booking and arrange a time with you directly

Things don’t always work out, so enjoy peace of mind knowing that the following cancellation options are available to you.

  • Up to 7 days after purchase - 100%
  • Cancellations made more than 7 days before departure date: no cancellation fees apply
  • Cancellations within 7 days of departure date, late arrivals and no-shows: 100% cancellation fee applies

Changes to bookings

7 days’ notice is required to change a booking you have made

Wednesday — Sunday

Blackout Dates May Apply: Dates are identified in the Booking Calendar

Important:

  • Exclusions: Additional food and drinks, extended flight time, and hotel transfers
  • Please Note: Bookings are not valid Monday – Tuesday
  • Departure/Return Point: Sydney Seaplanes – Lyne Park, Rose Bay, NSW 2029
  • Please arrive at the departure location no less than 30 minutes prior to flight
  • Valid for the flight path selected at the time of purchase – please make your selection carefully
  • Please Note: This experience requires passengers to walk down the dock, climb and descend seaplanes stairs unaided. Please contact Sydney Seaplanes directly if you have any questions or concerns about accessibility
  • Seaplane rides are shared, meaning you may share your ride with other guests
  • A seafood and vegetarian picnic hamper is also available. Please advise of menu preference at time of booking
  • Minimum of two passengers required for all packages and tours
  • All tours are subject to availability and weather. All passengers must receive a safety briefing prior to departure
  • Scenic flight is approximately 15 minutes
  • For further Sydney Seaplane Frequently Asked Questions, please see here

Terms & Conditions:

  • Must be aged 18+ for alcohol consumption and provide valid ID upon request. Sydney Seaplanes abides by the RSA regulations and has the right to enforce them
  • A fuel surcharge may apply to the ticket price. In such cases, any charge will be collected on departure, payable directly to Sydney Seaplanes. No fuel surcharge is presently applicable
  • Tours and aircraft substitutions are subject to Management and/or pilot discretion, weather, air traffic control and availability. In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations
  • Sydney Seaplanes will not be liable for any loss, damage, additional expenses or inconvenience arising from, or incidental to, any delay in service. Sydney Seaplanes works in conjunction with other tour operators and is not liable for their acts or omissions, whether negligent or otherwise. Travel and admissions will be subject to the conditions imposed by the operators, which may limit or exclude liability for personal injury or property damage
  • In the event of bad weather, providing there is availability, date changes are welcome or in the worst-case scenario, cancellations. Please note, if half the paid tour was possible, the component not experienced will be refunded, not both
  • Read all T&Cs, here

Please Note:

  • Maximum purchase limit of four per person applies
  • Bookings for this offer are limited and subject to availability. Not valid with any other offer
  • Entire value must be used in one visit; any unused will be forfeited, and cannot be used at a later date

Important:

We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Full terms and conditions are located on the terms and conditions page of our website

Sydney Seaplanes

For over 80 years, Sydney Seaplanes has soared out of Sydney Harbour, becoming part of the city’s iconic skyline. Flying above the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Pittwater, sparkling beaches and the lush Hawkesbury River, their flights offer a breathtaking perspective of Sydney’s most awe-inspiring sights.

Website

Reviews

9.0
Exceptional
Reviews from Google