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Take an inexpensive trip on one of Pittwater's ferries or a scenic cruise on the Hawkesbury.
Palm Beach & Hawkesbury Cruises will run a daily cruise through to April. The cruise leaves Palm Beach at 11am, crosses Pittwater past Lion Island then cruises up the lower Hawkesbury into Cowan Waters, stopping at Cottage Point and arriving at Bobbin Head for a lunch break (take a picnic or buy lunch at the shop). Patonga services (buy great fish and chips) are also available.
The cost is $40 for adults and $20 for children (under 5s free).
This 60 kilometre scenic cruise includes a commentary as you pass along the bush and sandstone lined shore of Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park. Refreshments are available on board. www.sydneysceniccruises.com
Church Point Ferry Service runs a daily scenic cruise around Scotland Island and the western shores including picturesque Elvina and Lovett Bays.
This is Susan Duncan Salvation Creek territory. Dorothea Mackellar's former home Tarrangaua made famous in Duncan's books may be seen from the water. The return trip costs adults $13 with kids under 5 free and departs hourly on the half-hour. www.churchpointferryservice.com.au
Palm Beach Ferry Service runs regular daily services from Palm Beach to the offshore communities of Coaster's Retreat (The Basin) where there is a camping ground) and Mackerel Beach. Take a picnic and enjoy a swim.
Their modern fast catamaran ferry offers an exhilarating ride across Broken Bay to the Central Coast community of Ettalong with its club, restaurants, cinemas and weekend markets. www.palmbeachferry.com.au
A party on the water is a great way to enjoy a day out. Skippers Afloat has the ideal set-up for birthday parties – decade parties are especially popular – weddings and corporate fundraisers.
This company has two craft, the 65-feet catamaran Skippers Afloat and a smaller 46-feet cat called Kuringai.
The larger boat can take up to 100 guests in its spacious interior and large covered top deck. There is a fully licensed bar and either catering can be provided or you can self-cater and save.
Smaller groups can take out the Kuringai for a day. One or more couples can enjoy bed and breakfast on the water with an overnight charter. There is no more pleasant way to greet the morning than on the water. Bookings on 9997 6732 or 0414 997 131 or info@pittwatercruises.com.au. Visit their website www.pittwatercruises.com.au. |
