Dark Past Tour (15+)

• Weather conditions: This tour will proceed regardless of weather conditions except in the event of dangerous weather. Participants will be notified via email if the tour is cancelled and a full refund of the ticket price will be made.

• To ensure the safety of participants and Harbour Trust staff, at the discretion of the Harbour Trust, any participant(s) who appears intoxicated, disruptive or displays consistently unsafe behaviour, will not be permitted to take part in the tour, and / or may be asked to leave the tour at any time. Refunds will not be provided.

• Cancellation / rescheduling: The Harbour Trust reserves the right to cancel, reschedule or alter tour dates and routes at its discretion. In instances where tours are cancelled or rescheduled, the Harbour Trust will endeavour to contact all pre-booked ticket holders, within a reasonable amount of time prior to the scheduled tour date and time. If the tour is cancelled by the Harbour Trust at its discretion, the Customer may contact the Harbour Trust and reschedule or seek a refund.

• Safety: All visitors must comply with the safety directives issued by guides, rangers and security staff.

• Age restriction: This tour covers mature themes and is recommended for participants aged 15 years and older. 

• Terms and conditions: Scheduled tour T&Cs (pdf)

• Content: This tour covers mature themes and is recommended for participants aged 15 years and older. 

• Accessibility: Cockatoo Island is a former industrial site with steep inclines, trip hazards, and unmarked and uneven surfaces. This tour will take visitors though the upper and lower island and will take place after dark. Visitors are strongly encouraged to bring their own torch (mobile phone torch is acceptable). This tour is not suitable for people with mobility aids, wheelchairs or prams.

Suitable walking shoes, drink bottle, wet weather clothing (if needed) and a torch (mobile phone torch is acceptable).

For information about getting here, including by public transport, see: Plan your trip. 

Note: Please be aware that weekends and public holidays may lead to increased capacity on public transport and some services being full. We advise you to plan your trip accordingly and allocate ample travel time.

Cockatoo Island features 2 family-friendly cafés – Marina Cafe & Bar and Cockatoo Overboard – both of which are licensed to serve alcohol and operate 7 days a week. Reserve a table for your group or pre-order a meal to enjoy either before or after your tour. See: Eat and drink.

If you are considering booking accommodation with us and wanted to embark on a guided tour during your stay, please check tour availability first. We cannot always guarantee tours will run during your stay and on dates that have not been advertised. As tours can sell out, we recommend booking tickets at the same time as accommodation.