Shark Island Sojourn
Monday 12 June 2023
Overview
Date: Monday 12th June
Time: 10.00am - 3.30pm
We depart Circular Quay by private water taxi for a short ride up the Harbour to Shark Island. This fascinating destination has harbour views in every direction.
Shark Island is 1.5 hectares (3.7 acres) in area and located near Point Piper, Rose Bay and Vaucluse. Named Boambilly by the local Aboriginal people the current name comes from its shape.
It has been the site of drownings, shipwrecks and at least one shark attack. Parts of the island were set aside as a recreation reserve as early as 1879 as well as an animal quarantine station and naval depot until 1975 when it became exclusively a recreation reserve and part of Sydney Harbour National Park.
Just off the northern tip of the island is Shark Island Light, an active pile lighthouse, built in 1913.
What to Expect
• 10am depart by private water taxi from Circular Quay to Shark Island (15 mins)
• 3.30pm return by private water taxi from Shark Island to Circular Quay (15 mins)
$190
Venue
Shark Island, Sydney
What to Bring
• your own liquid refreshments
• hat / sunnies / camera / jacket /
• art gear if you wish to create in this unique setting. There are seats on the island but you may wish to bring your own lightweight stool.
Included
• National Park entry fee
• Private group water taxi (Circular Quay - Shark Island/return)
• Picnic lunch
