Cockatoo Island was a wonderful find – a local adventure for my family.
Set in the middle of Sydney Harbour, Cockatoo Island is easy to visit with frequent ferries, yet feels removed from a city environment.
Cockatoo Island is a wonderful, easy getaway for families to experience glamping under the night’s sky. This is so much fun for kids!
Surprisingly, it was a relaxing and tranquil environment, as well as a unique experience in which we learnt about the Island’s rich heritage, having been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, for its important place in Australia’s colonial development involving aboriginal, convicts and World War II history.
There were fun things to do as a family, including tennis, giant chess and a fascinating audio tour of the Island’s heritage.
But, probably the best part for us was glamping! We hadn’t been camping before (mainly due to my lack of practical resources to make it happen!), so this option was so convenient and enjoyable.
We got cosy in a spacious and kit-out tent, which comprised two separate bedrooms, a family room and and a small outdoor deck. Waterfront.
The beds were comfortable and everything had been thought of including an esky, lamp, snug, holiday chairs and tables.
There is also a cinema experience and opportunity to toast marshmallows by a campfire in traditional camping style.
While this was all great fun, I really relished the stay in their 1916-colonial style apartments. These were so romantic, maintained in sync with the colonial style, yet offered all the conveniences I have become used to – heating and fans, a modern kitchen, TV, lovely BBQ, deck and patio area and loads of space!
Cockatoo Island frequently offers events and exhibitions. For more information visit www.cockatooisland.gov.au/events
