Pittwater Cruise

Cruise Dates –
Friday, 5 June to Sunday, 7 June 2026

Join us for a weekend retreat at Pittwater! Bring the tender, because there’s plenty to see and do.

Departing on Friday 5th June 2026, we’ll pass coastal features along the way as we pass the jetty at Catherine Hill Bay, Bird Island, and of course Barrenjoey Lighthouse and Lion Island. On Saturday, we’ll wake in Refuge Bay and spend the day relaxing, exploring the waterfall (shower anyone?), and make our way to Cottage Point for lunch.

Then we’ll return to Newcastle on Sunday, refreshed and full of great memories. Whether you’re an experienced cruiser or looking for your first adventure accompanied by a group, we’d love you to cruise to Pittwater with us and enjoy the camaraderie and natural beauty of the NSW coastline.

Register a Vessel –
Click HERE to register a vessel to participate in the Pittwater Cruise – coming soon
*this also registers you for any last minute SMS updates on the day

Cruise Map –

Itinierary –

Thursday, 4th June 2026 –

Cruise Briefing at NCYC. Time to be confirmed by nominated Cruise Captain.

Friday, 5th June 2026 –

Depart Newcastle and cruise to Pittwater. Rendezvous in Refuge Bay for the night.
Arrive early enough to launch the tender and land on the beach to explore the waterfall.

Saturday, 6th June 2026 –

Explore ashore. This is a chance to hike to the top of the waterfall and look out over the bay.
Cruise around the corner to Cottage Point for lunch.
Then make our way to Smiths Creek for the night.

Sunday, 18th January 2026 –

Return home
Depart Smiths Creek early to cruise out of the Hawkesbury and make our way north.
ETA Newcastle by 6:00pm

Safety –
Sailing Vessels are required to meet NCYC Category 7 Plus
Powerboat Vessels are required to meet NCYC powerboat safety checklist

Additional Notes –

All boats required to be registered and must meet equipment audit compliance.
A ‘Cruise Captain’ will be nominated for each event to conduct radio sheds on club frequency VHF Ch 77.