Shark Island Water Taxi
Private water taxi transfers to Shark Island – Boowambillee for harbour picnics, private groups, celebrations, events and a memorable day surrounded by Sydney Harbour.
An island escape just off Sydney’s eastern suburbs
Shark Island – Boowambillee is a small Sydney Harbour island located approximately one kilometre from Rose Bay. Its grassy foreshore, picnic shelters, gazebo and panoramic harbour views make it a popular destination for picnics and organised events.
A private water taxi provides direct transport for passengers and suitable supplies from pickup locations around Sydney Harbour.
- Private water taxi transfers to Shark Island
- Picnic and group transfers
- Private celebrations and organised events
- Suitable catering and equipment transport
- Multiple-vessel transfers for larger groups
- Scheduled return collections
Shark Island access and landing requirements
Shark Island is managed by NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service. Visitors must arrange any required island access or booking separately. A National Parks landing fee may apply. Water taxis can drop off and collect passengers, but vessels cannot remain moored at the island wharf. Event and exclusive-use bookings can have additional requirements, so please check current National Parks conditions before your visit.
Choose where you’d like us to collect you
Our interactive map shows water taxi pickup and drop-off locations around Sydney Harbour. Choose the most convenient departure point for your Shark Island transfer.
Private transport for passengers, groups and events
Private Island Transfers
Travel directly from an available Sydney Harbour pickup location to Shark Island.
Group Transfers
Private transfers can be arranged for families, friends, corporate groups and organised gatherings.
Multiple Water Taxis
For larger passenger numbers, multiple vessels can be scheduled to transport guests to and from the island.
Picnic & Catering Gear
Suitable food, drinks, picnic supplies and equipment can be transported subject to vessel capacity and island requirements.
Equipment Transfers
Separate transport may be arranged for suitable event equipment where required.
Scheduled Collection
Arrange your return time in advance and your water taxi will return to collect your group.
Picnics, celebrations and spectacular harbour views
Sydney Harbour Picnic
Spend the day surrounded by harbour views with your own food and picnic supplies.
Birthdays & Gatherings
Create a memorable island gathering for family and friends, subject to National Parks requirements.
Private Functions
Shark Island can host organised functions and events where the appropriate National Parks booking has been arranged.
Corporate Groups
Transport groups to organised harbour events and private island functions.
Major Harbour Viewing
The island’s central position makes it a memorable place to experience major Sydney Harbour events.
Island + Harbour Cruise
Add additional Sydney Harbour cruise time before your drop-off or after your island collection.
What you’ll find on the island
Panoramic Harbour Views
Enjoy wide views across Sydney Harbour and the eastern suburbs.
Grassy Picnic Areas
Relax on the island’s grassy areas for a harbour-side picnic.
Picnic Shelters
The island includes picnic shelters and seating for visitors.
Island Gazebo
A spacious gazebo forms one of Shark Island’s recognisable features.
Sandstone Grottos
Explore the sandstone features around the island’s foreshore.
Foreshore & Tide Pools
Walk around the shoreline and explore the island’s rocky foreshore.
Swimming
Swimming is possible around the island when conditions are suitable.
Toilets & Drinking Water
Visitor facilities include toilets, picnic areas and drinking water.
Planning a larger Shark Island event?
Island events can involve more logistics than a normal passenger transfer. Guests, catering and permitted equipment may need to arrive at different times.
We can organise water taxi movements around your event schedule, including separate passenger groups and return collections. Island hire and event approvals remain separate from your water taxi booking.
Typical travel times to Shark Island
Travel times are estimates only and may vary depending on the pickup location, harbour traffic, weather, sea conditions and operating requirements.
Get a quote for your Shark Island transfer
Choose your Sydney Harbour pickup location, passenger numbers and eligible additional cruise time. For larger groups, events, catering or equipment transfers, include those details so the correct vessel arrangements can be planned.
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Shark Island water taxi transfers
Can I get a private water taxi to Shark Island?
Yes. Private water taxi transfers can be arranged from suitable pickup locations around Sydney Harbour for drop-off and later collection.
Do I need to book access to Shark Island?
Yes. Shark Island is managed by NSW National Parks and visitors need to arrange any required island access or landing arrangements. This is separate from your water taxi booking.
Is there a landing fee for Shark Island?
A National Parks landing fee may apply. Please check the current National Parks fee and booking requirements when planning your visit.
Does the water taxi wait at Shark Island?
No. Vessels may drop off and collect passengers but cannot remain moored at the Shark Island wharf. Your return collection should therefore be arranged in advance.
Can you transport picnic supplies and equipment?
Yes. Suitable food, drinks, picnic supplies and permitted equipment can be transported subject to vessel capacity and National Parks requirements.
Can you transport a large group to Shark Island?
Yes. Multiple vessels can be scheduled for larger groups, subject to availability and your island booking arrangements.
Can Shark Island be used for private events?
Shark Island can be used for certain events subject to the appropriate National Parks booking and approvals. These are separate from your water taxi transfer.
Can we add Sydney Harbour cruise time?
Yes. Additional Sydney Harbour cruise time can be added to eligible Shark Island water taxi journeys.
Plan your Shark Island water taxi
Choose your Sydney Harbour pickup location, enter your passenger numbers and let us know if you have picnic supplies, catering or additional equipment requiring transport.
Explore more of your harbour journey
Browse nearby waterfront destinations, then plan your pickup, arrival and any extra cruising as one complete journey.