Australia Cruise Port Guides

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Australia
Port Guides


Sailing to Australia? You are in the right place.


Our port guides have every Australian cruise port covered. From the tropical waters of Cairns to the historic shores of Hobart, find out what to expect when you step ashore, how to get around, and the best ways to spend your time – whether you’re booking a tour or heading out on your own.

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Sydney, Australia

Everything you need to know about cruising into Sydney — terminals, transport, top sights and practical tips.

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Brisbane, Australia

Cruise into Brisbane and discover a vibrant river city with world-class food, wildlife and easy day trips to the Gold...

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Melbourne, Australia

Australia's cultural capital — cruise into Melbourne and discover world-class food, sport, laneways and the nearby Yarra Valley.

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Hobart, Tasmania

Tasmania's capital and Australia's second-oldest city — MONA, Salamanca Market, kunanyi/Mt Wellington and fresh Tassie produce await.

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Adelaide, Australia

Cruise into Adelaide — the festival city with world-renowned wine regions, stunning beaches and the iconic Central Market.

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Perth, Australia

Perth's port city — Fremantle combines colonial history, craft beer, the famous Freo markets and easy rail access to Perth's...

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Cairns, Australia

Your guide to cruising into Cairns — gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest.

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Darwin, Australia

Australia's tropical capital - Mindil Beach markets, jumping crocodiles, Kakadu day trips and a rich WWII history.

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Airlie Beach, Australia

Gateway to the Whitsundays - your guide to tendering ashore and making the most of this tropical paradise.

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Albany, Australia

Western Australia's oldest settlement — wild coastline, whale watching heritage, and the powerful ANZAC memorial at Desert Mounted Corps.

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Broome, Australia

The pearl of the Kimberley — Cable Beach, camel rides at sunset, Staircase to the Moon and ancient Aboriginal rock...

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Burnie, Tasmania

A compact northwest Tasmanian city with creative industries, local artisans and easy access to Cradle Mountain.

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Busselton, Australia

Gateway to the Margaret River wine region — the world's longest wooden jetty, wineries and world-class surf all within reach.

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Cooktown, Australia

Where James Cook made first contact with Aboriginal Australians — explore the James Cook Museum, Grassy Hill Lookout and the...

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Eden, Australia

A hidden gem on the NSW Sapphire Coast - discover Eden's whaling history, pristine bay and gateway to Sapphire Coast...

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Esperance, Australia

One of Australia's most beautiful coastal towns — turquoise bays, pink lakes, white sand beaches and Cape Le Grand National...

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Exmouth, Australia

Gateway to Ningaloo Reef — swim with whale sharks, snorkel pristine coral and explore Cape Range National Park.

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Geelong, Australia

Victoria's second city — waterfront dining, the Wool Museum and easy access to the Bellarine Peninsula and Great Ocean Road.

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Geraldton, Australia

The sunshine city of Western Australia — HMAS Sydney II memorial, lobster capital of Australia and the Gateway to the...

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Gladstone, Australia

An industrial port city and gateway to the southern Great Barrier Reef islands including Heron Island.

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Kangaroo Island, Australia

Australia's third-largest island — exceptional wildlife, pristine beaches and world-class seafood all accessible from Penneshaw.

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Mooloolaba, Australia

Sun, surf and seafood — Mooloolaba is a laid-back Sunshine Coast gem with a lively esplanade and beautiful beach.

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Moreton Island, Australia

A pristine sand island near Brisbane — snorkel the Tangalooma wrecks, sandboard the dunes and swim with wild dolphins.

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Newcastle, Australia

Your guide to cruising into Newcastle — Australia's second-oldest city with beaches, heritage and easy access to the Hunter Valley.

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Norfolk Island, Australia

A tiny Pacific island with a remarkable history — the Bounty mutineers' descendants, World Heritage convict ruins and magnificent pine...

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Phillip Island, Australia

Home of the famous Penguin Parade — a unique natural experience just a short distance from Melbourne.

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Port Arthur, Tasmania

One of Australia's most significant historic sites — the Port Arthur convict settlement is a haunting and fascinating World Heritage...

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Port Douglas, Australia

A boutique tropical escape — Port Douglas offers reef trips, rainforest walks and the famous Four Mile Beach.

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Port Hedland, Australia

The world's largest bulk export port — Port Hedland's dramatic Pilbara landscapes, Aboriginal rock art and salt lakes make for...

Wollongong Botanic Garden, Wollongong
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Port Kembla, Australia

Wollongong's deep-water port — gateway to the Illawarra, with the Royal National Park, Grand Pacific Drive and Symbio Wildlife Park...

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Port Lincoln, Australia

The seafood capital of Australia — tuna, oysters and crayfish fresh from the source, plus cage diving with great white...

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Portland, Australia

Victoria's first permanent European settlement — Portland offers whale watching, history and access to the Great Ocean Road's western end.

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Thursday Island, Australia

The heart of the Torres Strait — Thursday Island's rich multicultural heritage, pearling history, WWII fortifications and spectacular island scenery.

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Townsville, Australia

Cruise into Townsville — gateway to Magnetic Island, the Museum of Tropical Queensland and Australia's largest reef aquarium.

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Wallaroo, Australia

A charming Copper Triangle port town on Yorke Peninsula — historic copper mining heritage, fresh seafood and a relaxed SA...

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Willis Island, Australia

A remote Australian territory in the Coral Sea — Willis Island is a scenic cruising stop and customs compliance port.