{"id":55032,"date":"2019-05-17T10:02:56","date_gmt":"2019-05-17T14:02:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/?p=55032"},"modified":"2026-02-27T12:41:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-27T18:41:09","slug":"things-to-experience-on-australia-cruises","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/05\/17\/things-to-experience-on-australia-cruises\/","title":{"rendered":"Things to Experience on Australia Cruises"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Experience the outback on an Australia cruise.<\/h2>\n<p>With Australia also being a vast continent, touring the entire country can be difficult but Australia cruises provide the ideal transportation and sightseeing opportunities to experience nearly everything Australia has to offer.<\/p>\n<p>Located between the South Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australia\u2019s geographical location has helped the landmass produce some of the most assorted arrays of deserts, mountains, coral reefs, and rainforests found anywhere.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Whether looking for wildlife in the air, sea, or land, Australia\u2019s diverse wildlife inhabits lakes, rivers, and the ocean for some of the most unique creatures on the planet. Although experiencing the country\u2019s land animals and marine life is near the top of every cruise traveler\u2019s list, urban dwellers interested in city life can also explore Sydney and Melbourne for an exclusive urban culture experience.<\/p>\n<p>Australian cruises aren\u2019t just limited to the country either. With neighboring country New Zealand being home to the filming of the Lord of the Rings, New Zealand also offers some of the most scenic nature spots the world has to offer.<\/p>\n<p>No matter if you cruise to Australia or embark on a New Zealand cruise, you won\u2019t be disappointed with your bevy of options exploring nature, animal life, or city-related adventures.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2017\/05\/25\/fun-things-to-do-in-sydney-port-stop\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to discover what to do when stopping in Sydney.\u00a0<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h3>Cruise to Australia for Animal Life Experiences to Remember<\/h3>\n<p>When on an Australia cruise, you have no shortage of wildlife to view and marvel at. From the country\u2019s famous kangaroos and koalas to sharks, crocodiles, and parrots, Australia\u2019s adorable and ferocious creatures are something every cruise traveler should experience.<\/p>\n<p>When looking for marine life, a cruise to Australia will surely take you to pristine coastlines and turquoise waters. One of Australia\u2019s coastal mammals is the Dugong, which is nicknamed the \u2018sea cow\u2019 for its slow movements and mostly herbivorous appetite.<\/p>\n<p>A cruise to Australia wouldn\u2019t be complete without seeing one of the more unique creatures to call Australia home \u2013 the platypus. Looking like a mix between a duck, beaver and sea otter, viewing the platypus can be experienced at the Australian Platypus Park on Tarzali Lake.<\/p>\n<p>You won\u2019t have to look in the sky to notice the amazing array of birds you can interact with on your cruise to Australia. With nearly 60 species of parrots alone in Australia, viewing these colorful and boisterous birds will certainly leave a favorable impression on your wildlife encounters.<\/p>\n<p>For land animals, Australia is famous for its koalas, kangaroos, and dingoes, but the other native wildlife will leave you in awe and perhaps a little scared.<\/p>\n<p>Emus are the second-largest bird in the world with the capability to reach over 6-feet in height. To see the Emu up close and personal, take a visit to the Australian zoo.<\/p>\n<p>Australia cruises and the country\u2019s wildlife can be majestic but there are some creatures where encounters aren\u2019t for the faint of heart. Two species of fresh and saltwater crocodiles are a dangerous but impressive species to witness from the safety of a zoo or vessel.<\/p>\n<p>When swimming Australia\u2019s Great Barrier Reef, you may have the pleasure or freight of encountering a shark. Bull sharks are the most common and one of the most dangerous marine creatures Australia has to offer.<\/p>\n<p>Whether looking for docile or vicious animals, peaceful or adventurous nature outings, or city-related experiences, Australia\u2019s vast wilderness and oceans provide the ideal journey for everyone\u2019s taste.<\/p>\n<p><!--nextpage--><\/p>\n<h3><picture data-avif-picture=\"1\"><source type=\"image\/avif\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia-200x200.avif 200w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia-400x267.avif 400w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia-400x267@2x.avif 800w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia.avif 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\"><img data-avif-wrap=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-55034\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia.jpg\" alt=\"cruise to australia\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/cruise-to-Australia-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/picture><\/h3>\n<h3>Reasons to Experience a New Zealand Cruise<\/h3>\n<p>Just to the southeast of Australia is New Zealand, which consists of two main islands featuring numerous volcanoes and glaciers. With the country being in close proximity to Australia, numerous cruises to Australia include New Zealand on the itinerary as well as a solo New Zealand cruise.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2017\/05\/11\/things-to-do-in-auckland\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to discover places to explore in Auckland, New Zealand.<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>When on a New Zealand cruise, experiencing the country\u2019s scenic waterfalls, vast coastlines, and spectacular landscapes is worth the trip. A New Zealand cruise is a comfortable and luxurious way to experience Australia\u2019s southern neighbor.<\/p>\n<p>Let Cruise Experts handle of your all of your Australian and New Zealand cruise booking needs.<\/p>\n<p>Call us today at <a href=\"tel:18888042784\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">1.888.804.CRUISE (2784)<\/a> and let us make your next Australian and New Zealand cruise a memory to last a lifetime.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Be sure to visit our webpage at\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>CruiseExperts.com<\/strong><\/a><strong>, and check out our\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/CruiseExperts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Facebook page<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0and join the\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/innercircle.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>InnerCircle<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0for exclusive offers. Our\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/resource-center\/resource-center.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Resource Center<\/strong><\/a><strong>\u00a0gives you all the \u201cexpert\u201d knowledge you\u2019ll need for your next cruise or cruise tour!<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Experience the outback on an Australia cruise. With Australia also being a vast continent, touring the entire country can be difficult but Australia cruises provide the ideal transportation and sightseeing opportunities to experience nearly everything Australia has to offer. Located between the South Pacific and Indian Oceans, Australia\u2019s geographical location has helped the landmass produce <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/2019\/05\/17\/things-to-experience-on-australia-cruises\/\" class=\"more-link\">&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">  Things to Experience on Australia Cruises<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":55033,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44],"tags":[814,1906,189,1197],"class_list":["post-55032","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-australia-new-zealand","tag-australia-cruises","tag-australian-cruises","tag-cruise-to-australia","tag-new-zealand-cruise"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55032","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=55032"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/55032\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/55033"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=55032"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=55032"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cruiseexperts.com\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=55032"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}