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BYO tent option

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From $55 per night 4 guests 4m x 4m unpowered camping site Communal toilets and hot showers
Our ‘BYO tent’ option is an opportunity for seasoned or budget-savvy campers to pitch their own shelter at Cockatoo Island and have a have an authentic, DIY camping experience.

This option includes an unpowered 4m x 4m camping site for a maximum of 4 guests. It does not include a tent – guests must bring their own. Up to 1 extra guest can be added to a booking at an additional cost.

Booking and rates

  • Monday to Thursday – From $55 per night
  • Friday to Sunday – From $65 per night
  • Additional guest – From $15 per night

[Note: Advance booking required – same‑day bookings not accepted. Rates subject to change for special events and public holidays. Sydney Harbour Concours d'Elegance will run from 27 Feb to 1 Mar. Before booking, view all alerts and disruptions.]

Package inclusions / communal amenities

  • 4m x 4m unpowered camping site
  • Communal toilets (incl. accessible toilet)
  • Communal hot showers
  • Communal sheltered kitchen
  • Communal microwave
  • Communal toaster
  • Communal fridge
  • Communal boiling water
  • Communal cinema
  • Communal laundry ($4 per load)
  • Communal firepit
  • Communal vending machine

Accessibility

The campground is wheelchair accessible, with an accessible shower and toilet available. To discuss accessibility, email stay@cockatooisland.gov.au.

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What to bring with you
Food options
Alcohol consumption
Disclaimer: Disruptions and tours

Booking and rates

  • Monday to Thursday – From $55 per night
  • Friday to Sunday – From $65 per night
  • Additional guest – From $15 per night

[Note: Advance booking required – same‑day bookings not accepted. Rates subject to change for special events and public holidays. Sydney Harbour Concours d'Elegance will run from 27 Feb to 1 Mar. Before booking, view all alerts and disruptions.]

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