Cockatoo Island NYE 2026 Camping Experience

NEW YEAR’S EVE 2026 – COCKATOO ISLAND CAMPING EXPERIENCE

• Overview: A 2-night camping experience at Cockatoo Island. From Wednesday 30 December 2026 (check-in) to Friday 1 January 2027 (check-out). 8 options to choose from, catering for different preferences and budgets.

• Pricing. Camping packages with pre-erected tents start at $690 + booking fee, while the BYO tent option is available from $590 + booking fee.

• Details: For a breakdown of each camping option, see: NYE 2026 Camping Packages Overview (pdf). Plus: Refer to the Cockatoo Island accommodation T&Cs (Section 7 – New Year’s Eve accommodation).

• Availability: Don’t miss out – only a limited number of camping options are available. Book today!

Eager to end 2026 on a high? Escape to Cockatoo Island for New Year’s Eve and celebrate the biggest night of the year camping in the heart of Sydney Harbour. As a camper, you’ll enjoy a spectacular view of Sydney’s world-famous NYE fireworks while avoiding the crowds that flocks to other harbourside vantage points.

Choose to stay on the island's Eastern Apron (Harbour Bridge view) or Northern Apron (Woolwich view), either in a pre-erected tent or one you've brought from home. Plus: Enjoy a program of entertainment (stay tuned for details closer to the event).

CAMPING OPTIONS

8 options to choose from!

• Camping Site Only [‘BYO tent’ facing Harbour Bridge / Site for 4 people]

$590 + booking fee

• Camping Site Only [‘BYO tent’ facing Harbour Bridge / Site for 6 people]

$690 + booking fee

• Basic Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 3 adults OR 2 adults & 2 kids]

$690 + booking fee

• Deluxe Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 2]

$890 + booking fee

• Deluxe Waterfront Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich/ Sleeps 2]* $990 + booking fee

• Deluxe Waterfront Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Harbour Bridge / Sleeps 2]

$1,290 + booking fee

• Premium Waterfront Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 2]

$1,350 + booking fee

• 2-bedroom Deluxe Waterfront Package [2 pre-pitched tents facing Woolwich / Sleeps 4]** $1,890 + booking fee

For package inclusions, spanning tent size, bedding, seating, toiletries and more, see: NYE 2026 Camping Packages Overview (pdf)

* Package can accommodate 1 additional person (for a total of 3). We will provide an additional guest with a sleeping mat, pillow and towel; however, they must supply their own sleeping bags.

** Package can accommodate up to 2 additional people (for a total of 6). We will provide additional guests with sleeping mats, pillows and towels; however, they must supply their own sleeping bags.

EXTENDED STAY OFFER

2 extra nights for the price of 1!

Looking to enhance your NYE camping adventure? We have great news! You'll can extend your stay by 2 nights (Friday 1 January 2027 and Saturday 2 January 2027) at special discounted rate. Rates are as follows:

• Camping Site Only [‘BYO tent’ facing Harbour Bridge / Site for 4 people]

$85 + booking fee

• Camping Site Only [‘BYO tent’ facing Harbour Bridge / Site for 6 people]

$99 + booking fee

• Basic Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 3 adults OR 2 adults & 2 kids]

$115 + booking fee

• Deluxe Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 2]

$169 + booking fee

• Deluxe Waterfront Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich/ Sleeps 2] $189 + booking fee

• Deluxe waterfront package [Pre-pitched tent facing Harbour Bridge / Sleeps 2]

$219 + booking fee

• Premium Waterfront Package [Pre-pitched tent facing Woolwich / Sleeps 2]

$335 + booking fee

• 2-bedroom Waterfront Package [2 pre-pitched tents facing Woolwich / Sleeps 4]

$389 + booking fee

To take advantage of this offer, simply add the extended stay offer to your order when completing the checkout. This offer is only available to people who purchase NYE camping packages.

IMPORTANT DETAILS

• Each option includes a 2-night stay. Check-in is between 12 noon and 5pm on Wednesday 31 December 2026 and for late arrivals between 9am and 12 noon on Thursday 31 December 2026. Check-out is by 12 noon on Friday 1 January 2026 unless you the extended stay offer has been redeemed.

• Full payment is required at the time of booking. No refunds are permitted and any changes to ticket names need to be made no less than 2 weeks prior to arrival. After this time no changes can be made.

• The maximum number of occupants for each camping package cannot be exceeded. Any additional persons, as set out in the permissible extras, need to be secured at time of making your booking. This includes all infants and children.

Learn more about New Year's Eve at Cockatoo Island here.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Camping (30 Dec 2026 to 1 Jan 2027):

• A minimum 2-night stay applies – check-in is between 12 noon and 5pm on Wednesday 30 December 2026 and between 9am and 12 noon or by appointment (no later than 4pm) on Thursday 31 December 2026. Check-out is by 12 noon on Friday 1 January 2027.

• There must be at least one person who is 18 years of age or older per booking to take responsibility for all persons in their group.

• Full payment is required at the time of booking.

• No refunds are permitted and any changes to ticket names need to be made no less than 2 weeks prior to arrival. After this time no changes can be made.

• The maximum number of occupants for each camping package cannot be exceeded. Any additional persons, as set out in the permissible extras, need to be secured at time of making your booking. This includes all infants and children.

• Due to capacity limits and reduced ferry services, only a limited number of camping packages are available for New Year's Eve.

• Bag checks will be conducted by Harbour Trust authorised staff and contractors prior to check-in.

• On arrival, you will need to present a copy of your reservation and have your ID on hand. Members of your group will then be issued with wristbands.

• Wristbands must be worn at all times on Thursday 31 December 2026 as the island will be closed to the general public on this date. The wristbands will allow members of your group to leave and return to the island.

• Campers are NOT permitted to bring alcohol onto the island. Alcohol may be purchased from either of the island’s licensed cafes.

• No animals, except for assistance animals (as defined by the Disability Discrimination Act 1992), are permitted to access Cockatoo Island.

• Please be aware that noise restrictions commence at 12:30am. Outside noise must be kept to a minimum. There will be indoor areas where you can continue to socialise quietly such as the Turbine Shop.

• Amplified music is not permitted outdoors.