Wild footage captured revelers jumping into a busy Sydney harbor as authorities warned the stunt could lead to a hefty fine.
The women could now face expensive fines after diving into the water at Darling Harbor in Sydney, where swimming is 'not allowed'.
The clip, which has since been deleted, showed three barefoot women holding hands as they jumped from the pier into the harbor fully clothed.
“That moment of drinking the Christmas party at work and suddenly jumping into the harbor for a quick dip with your colleagues seems like a good idea,” the caption read.
These Christmas revelers risked their lives and a fine of up to $1,100 after jumping into the harbor for a quick dip
A follow-up video showed the soaked women climbing a ladder, still smiling and celebrating their crazy antics as they returned to the country.
The footage ended with the women shaking themselves off as they drained the excess water from their party outfits.
The risky stunt sparked outrage from surprised viewers when the footage was removed from Tiktok.
Many viewers pointed out that the harbor is home to bull sharks.
“Nup, not a chance, the harbor is full of sharks and jellyfish,” someone commented.
Another added: “It's not safe to swim in Sydney Harbour.”
The images prompted a stern warning from authorities ahead of the holidays.
Thousands of workers will flock to the port again this weekend for more festive celebrations ahead of Christmas Day next Monday.
Placemaking NSW manages many of Sydney's harbor sites including Darling Harbour, Pymont and the Rocks.
“Swimming is not permitted in Darling Harbor or Cockle Bay as there is heavy boat traffic,” a spokesperson for Placemaking NSW told news.com.au.
'There are also no separate swimming areas with shark nets.'
It is not yet known whether authorities will investigate the images and take further action.
Daily Mail Australia contacted Placemaking NSW for further comment.
The revelers held hands as they dived into the water, still dressed in their party outfits
The daring stunt comes months after a British tourist stripped to his underwear at Circular Quay's Opera Bar and jumped into Sydney Harbour.
Security helped the tourist back over the harbor edge and then gave him a stern lecture.
The maximum fine for dock jumping is $1,100.
Millions of people will flock to the harbor on Boxing Day for the start of the Sydney to Hobart yacht race and again on New Year's Eve to ring in 2024.
Those fancying a dip in the harbor this summer can do so safely and legally at the shark-lined Marrinawi Cove at the northern end of the Barangaroo Reserve.
The 'beach' opened to the public earlier this year, in what the NSW Government hopes will be the first of many new public swimming spots.