The following cancellation fees will be payable in the event of cancellation of the cruise for any reason other than the default of the Carrier:

<ul>
	<li>2 months or more - 20%</li>
	<li>1 - 2 months - 50%</li>
	<li>4 weeks or less - 100%</li>
</ul>

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It is recommended all guests arrive 15-20 minutes prior to the scheduled boarding time. Our Harbour cruises depart the wharf strictly 15 mins after arriving (according to NSW Maritime wharf booking rules) If you miss the boat a water taxi is the only way to get on board.

The cruise offers a buffet lunch, but you are welcome to bring your own snacks. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased on board.

Yes, Cockatoo Island caters to visitors with mobility needs, but it&#39;s best to contact the cruise operator directly for specific accessibility arrangements.

Comfortable clothing and footwear are recommended as you will be walking around the island and exploring various terrains.

Yes, the cruise is family-friendly, with discounted rates for children aged 3-15 years.

Board the MV Supercat for a 5 hour exploration which includes sights such as Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, Luna Park and of course the Majestic Cockatoo Island. Experience the eerie chills of discovery as we head over to Cockatoo Island to learn about the chequered past of the Penal Colony Prison system and living conditions on the island. Indulge in a magnificent island lunch at the Marina Caf&eacute; &amp; Bar with delights such as beer-battered fish and chips with homemade tartare sauce.

Since 1839, Cockatoo Island has had a colourful history of European settlement. From Convict Penal Colony and Sandstone Quarry, to Reform Schools and Ship Building, this island has seen it all. There are many tales to be told of the hardships endured during each phase of the island&rsquo;s history.

Cruising from King St Wharf in Darling Harbour, enjoy a glass of wine or a locally brewed beer whilst embarking on a journey of exploration as we enter Cockatoo Island where all the excitement begins.

Once at the island, you can take a self-guided 90-minute exploration of Cockatoo Island. Visit the Marina Caf&eacute; &amp; Bar and choose a delicious and freshly prepared lunch. Relax with a scenic return cruise to the mainland where you will disembark at King Street Wharf Darling Harbour, arriving back at 4:00 pm (approx.)

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Meal Options

When purchasing tickets online, patrons will be prompted as an option to pre-order lunch. Choices include:

<ul>
	<li>
	Beer battered fish &amp; chips
	</li>
	<li>
	Wagyu beef burger &amp; chips
	</li>
	<li>
	Chicken burger &amp; chips
	</li>
	<li>
	Nachos (GF, V)
	</li>
	<li>
	Cockatoo Margarita pizza
	</li>
	<li>
	Pulled pork wrap w fresh coleslaw
	</li>
</ul>

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	<li style="line-height: 1.38;">Get up to 10% cash back per person when you book with us</li>
	<li style="line-height: 1.38;">60-minute cruise &ndash; access to the entire two-level saloons and outdoor decks of MV Supercat for the 60-minute outbound cruise&nbsp;</li>
	<li>75-minute self-guided tour of Cockatoo Island</li>
	<li>Buffet lunch stop over at Marina Caf&eacute; &amp; Bar including tea and coffee&nbsp;</li>
	<li>Cash bar available during both out-bound and in-bound cruises as well as at Marina Caf&eacute; &amp; Bar should you want a bubble&nbsp;or a beer!</li>
	<li>Return transfers from Darling Harbour and access to the famous UNESCO-listed site Cockatoo Island</li>
</ul>

<ul>
	<li>Child prices apply to children ages 3-15&nbsp;years</li>
	<li>It is recommended that you arrive 30 minutes prior to departure time for registration</li>
	<li>Please allow for extra travel time to the wharf as there may be city traffic congestion</li>
	<li>Licensed bar on-board</li>
	<li>Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice</li>
	<li>Requests for dietary (gluten-free, nut-free, dairy-free), substitutions and modifications of menus on board our cruises will be politely declined, as we don&#39;t have an onboard kitchen and our catering team is required to serve the menus within a required time period, of the respective cruises.</li>
	<li>All our cruises have at least one vegetarian menu option for seated &amp; served menus and buffets also offer vegetarian choices. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients (halal, nuts, gluten, dairy, etc.) will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard. For serious food allergies, you must make your own decisions on selecting meals. Our staff&rsquo;s comments are only to assist you in making an informed decision.</li>
	<li>Acceptance of these terms includes a release to Sydney Event Cruises all rights to exhibit any images or recordings taken during this cruise, in print and electronic form publicly or privately and to market copies. Passengers waive any rights, claims or interest they may have to control the use of their identity or likeness in the photographs and agree that any uses described herein may be made without compensation or additional consideration of them.</li>
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