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Encircled by sea, a small ship or ocean cruise is the perfect way to discover Australia’s stunning coastlines. From the rugged Kimberley or the extraordinary landscapes of Tasmania to culturally rich Arnhem land or tropical Far North Queensland where the rainforest meets the sea, there is ample choice in our collection of 440 Australia cruises.

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Uncover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wild...

11 Days Broome to Darwin

Operator: Scenic

From 14,006

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Aussie MerMaiden

6 Days Melbourne to Melbourne

Operator: Virgin Voyages

From 1,245

Discover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wil...

11 Days Darwin to Broome

Operator: Scenic

From 14,650

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Kimberley Coastal Expedition

11 Days Broome to Darwin

Operator: APT

From 15,017

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Virgin Voyages

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Where superyacht design and your dream destinations meet. Welcome to how Virgin does cruise ships. With Richard Branson at the helm, Virgin Voyages is...more

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Budget:Premium

Known For:Re-writing the Rules

Fleet Size:4

Norwegian Cruise Line

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No schedules. No stipulations. Just award-winning entertainment and diverse dining options from the only cruise line built for versatile vacationing. NCL's...more

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Budget:Premium

Known For:Entertainment & Race Tracks

Fleet Size:19

APT

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Chart a course along remote coastlines around the world with APT’s collection of small ship expedition cruises or combine a land journey and ocean cruise,...more

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Budget:Premium & Luxury

Known For:Coastal Cruising

Fleet Size:5

Discover Popular highlights of a cruise around Australia's coastlines

Whimsical Whitsundays

A breathtaking archipelago of turquoise water, 74 lush tropical islands, and white sand beaches. Once you drop anchor in Cid Harbour, you may not want to leave.

Tasmania’s Wineglass Bay

Admire Tasmania’s stunning coastal scenery, from beautiful headlands to hidden nooks, crowned by the ridges of Freycinet National Park that offer sweeping views of Wineglass Bay.

The Marine Life of Ningaloo

Explore this stunning reef fringing Australia’s west coast. Don a snorkel to discover a vibrant underwater world or spot migrating humpback whales breaching above the surface.

Cruise Horizontal Falls

Get up close to the marbled white and turquoise wall of water thundering between two steep craggy gorges. A thrilling experience and an absolute highlight of your Kimberley Coast small ship cruise.

The Traditions of Arnhem Land

Be enchanted by the deep rooted customs and incredible arts of Arnhem Land and greeted by traditional Welcome to Country ceremonies as you cruise this historically and culturally rich coastline.

Recent Reviews What our clients are saying about their cruise journeys around Australia

3 Day Cruise with the girls Robyn, NSW, Australia, Nov 2023

Accommodation great, balcony room. While the seas were a bit rough on the way to Eden a good time was had by all. Great, good value high tea. Staffing levels on the ship were lacking especially in the bar areas and no service at your tables or deck chairs. Cruise provided all the usual activities so do as much as you want or as little as you want.

Whitsunday Cruise - Wow! Jan, QLD, Australia, Oct 2023

For a first cruise the Whitsunday cruise is unbeatable. The P&O terminal and onboard staff, from your welcome to your farewell, are so helpful. An abundance of activities for kids and adults to do. The menus at every eatery and restaurant provide a great choice for dining. Rooms are clean and the beds are so comfy. Easy and well organised tender service ...read more

Family holiday Robyn and Ron, Qld, Australia, Oct 2023

We went along to celebrate our daughter's birthday. 4 adjoining rooms (thanks Georgie) meant we were together. Food was great, rooms OK, not so but adequate. We had a good time with a lot of other people. Adults only pool horrible as to the smokers being there so no bonus for us but overall a good trip spend with the family.

Great cruise ! Mag, NSW, Australia, Oct 2023

Global Journeys are fantastic. This was my 2nd cruise with them and I will never travel with any other company again. Nothing is ever a problem and any questions you have are answered promptly. Not to mention that their prices are cheaper than the cruise company's. Which is amazing.! Thanks Global Journeys for all your help .

Explore More Explore more Your guide to cruising around Australia & the Kimberley

14 November, 2022
Welcome to Australia Virgin Voyages
Australia will welcome its first Virgin Voyages ship at the end of 2023 with the arrival of the Resilient Lady. Resilient Lady will be cruising her way to Australia by way of a 44 night trans-continental cruise from Athens to Sydney and once here will embark on short trips (around 2 nights) to...

23 June, 2022
Le Ponant's New 2023 Kimberley Cruises
Ponant has unveiled its Kimberley experiences on board Le Ponant for next year. Cruises are open now for the expedition program on board the three-masted sailing yacht commencing on the 7th of April 2023 with 26 new cruise departures covering the Northern Kimberley, Southern Kimberley,...

09 June, 2022
Welcome Home Pacific Explorer
P&O's Pacific Explorer has made it's highly anticipated return to Sydney after 2 years away, marking the long awaited restart of cruising in the region. Pacific Explorer became the first cruise ship to return to Australia in more than two years, passing through Sydney Heads at about...

01 June, 2022
2024 Scenic Eclipse Australia & South Pacific Voyages
Scenic Eclipse II will sail the South Pacific and the coastlines of Australia for the very first time in 2024. Join Scenic on a voyage of discovery in this remarkable region with exclusive itineraries carefully curated by their expert journey designers. Combining innovative design and...

Common Questions Common questions about cruising Australia

Is cruising a good way to see Australia?

Australia has approximately 35,000 km of stunning coastline, is one of the larger countries in the world and is the only one of its size completely surrounded by water. The coastline includes the Pacific, Indian and Southern oceans and offers a huge diversity of reefs, natural landscapes and stunning cities which...read more

When is the best time to cruise Australia?

Although Australia is a year round cruise destination, the main cruise season is from October to April. The greatest selection of departures are available during these summer months which are perfect for visiting Australia's coastal towns and stunning beaches. By contrast, the winter months of May, June, July...read more