Australia Cruises

Helpful Tips to Know Before You Go

• Some regions you might want to include on your itinerary have attendant best times to cruise. Kimberly cruises, for example, will generally only operate during its dry season of April to September, and for overall Australia cruising, October to April tends to be most popular. The hottest months will be Australia’s summer, from December through to February.
• Australian summer tends to be busiest for tourism here, given it falls over a major holiday, so those wishing to avoid crowds in their port time may want to book at another time of year.
• Cruisers wishing to visit the Great Barrier Reef will find that many ships cruising along the coast will provide day trips out to the reef, but for the best guided tours it’s often best to set out from a port of call like Cairns.
• Try to pick an itinerary that lets you spend as much time ashore as possible. There’s a great deal to experience in Australian ports and cities, and for the larger cities in particular you’ll want as close to a full day in port as you can manage.
• The currency in Australia is the Australian dollar. Make sure to arrange to have some Australian cash ahead of time to use in your ports of call.
• Bring sun protection, especially if cruising in Australian summer. Any suncream you bring should be reef-safe, to help protect the biodiversity of the waters, particularly the Great Barrier Reef. Sun hats, covering clothing, and plenty of water are strongly recommended.

Things to Do

• Marvel at scenes of natural beauty. From the great waterfalls and tropical rainforests of the Kimberley to the stunning beaches along much of Australia’s coast, this continent earns its reputation as an impressive one. Towering cliffs and mountains make for incredible scenery, and fantastic photo opportunities.
• Discover amazing wildlife. Visit wildlife sanctuaries and zoos to glimpse famous Australian fauna like koalas, kangaroos and wallabies, witnessing an array of exotic birds in the skies wherever you go.
• Explore the Great Barrier Reef. One of the great natural wonders of the world, this magnificent reef draws in travellers from all across the world to see it, and no cruise to Australia would be complete without getting a look for yourself. Let the vibrant colour and abundant marine life here amaze you.
• Party with the locals. A laid-back and friendly culture awaits in many Australian cities, with plenty of clubs and bars to discover. Those who like to meet the locals and enjoy some time on the town will have a great time.
• Learn local culture and history. The Aboriginal people of Australia are many and varied, with a long history in this magnificent continent. Learn about them and about the myriad settlers who came to Australia in the past centuries in a variety of museums and galleries.
• Combine your Australia cruise with a New Zealand cruise. Exploring the seas of Australasia is an unforgettable experience, and these two regions pair together very well, giving you plenty of variety in landscape and culture to explore.
• Spend time on a great beach. The Australian sun is warm and the beaches are beautiful, with gorgeous ocean water to cool off in. What more could a beach-lover ask for?

Why Book With Kenwood Travel

With our long history of crafting the perfect holidays for our customers, we’re excited to apply our expertise to your voyage. Whether you have an itinerary in mind already or are looking for advice on what to pick, our cruise specialists are ready to help, taking care of every little detail so that your Australia cruise will be smooth sailing all the way. Enjoy ATOL and ABTOT protection on your cruise to Australia for extra peace of mind, and get ready for the voyage of your dreams.