Experience SailGP on Sydney Harbour: Bring Your Own Boat to the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix

If watching elite sport from the sidelines isn’t enough, the KPMG Sydney Sail Grand Prix offers something genuinely unforgettable — the chance to experience world-class racing from your own boat, inside the Exclusion Zone.

Set against the iconic backdrop of Sydney Harbour, this high-speed sailing event brings together the world’s best SailGP teams for close-to-shore racing that’s fast, loud and visually spectacular. And for boat owners, there’s a rare opportunity to be right in the heart of it all.

What Is the Bring Your Own Boat (BYOB) Experience?

The SailGP Bring Your Own Boat (BYOB) program allows approved vessels to enter the official Exclusion Zone during race weekend — giving you a front-row seat on the water as the action unfolds just metres away.

This is not general spectator boating. It’s a fully managed, ticketed experience designed for those who want the thrill of SailGP without watching from land.

SailGP on Sydney Harbour - What’s Included with the BYOB Weekend Flag

Your weekend access includes:

Exclusion Zone access

Position your boat on the racecourse perimeter for an unmatched on-water view of the racing.

Official SailGP souvenir flag

Your flag grants entry into the Exclusion Zone for the full weekend. Boats without a flag must remain outside the zone.

Pre-event briefing and live support

Detailed guidance ahead of the event, plus access to a dedicated contact group for real-time updates throughout the weekend.

Live race commentary

Tune in via FM radio for expert play-by-play commentary from the SailGP team, so you don’t miss a second of the action.

View dates, availability and tickets via Fever.

Racing at Its Most Exhilarating

SailGP is known for its heart-stopping speeds, tight manoeuvres and dramatic finishes — and Sydney Harbour consistently delivers some of the most exciting races on the calendar. Watching from your own boat places you right where the intensity is highest, with the city skyline, Opera House and Harbour Bridge framing the spectacle.

A More Sustainable Way to Attend

SailGP also offers the option to add an impact contribution at checkout. This helps offset carbon emissions associated with fan travel and supports certified global carbon-reduction projects — an initiative aligned with SailGP’s sustainability goals.

Why This Is One of Sydney’s Most Unique Sporting Experiences

There are plenty of ways to watch sport in Sydney. Very few let you do it from your own vessel, inside the race zone, on one of the world’s most famous harbours.

For boating enthusiasts, sailing fans, or anyone looking for a truly standout Sydney experience, the SailGP BYOB program is as close as it gets to being part of the race itself.