Mackay, Australia

Cruise Port

Mackay

City in Queensland, Australia.

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Overview

Mackay is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -21.141, 149.186.

About Mackay

Mackay is a city in the Mackay Region on the eastern or Coral Sea coast of Queensland, Australia. It is located about 803 kilometres (499 mi) north of Brisbane, on the Pioneer River. Mackay is described as being in either Central Queensland or North Queensland, as these regions are not precisely defined. More generally, the area is known as the Mackay–Whitsunday Region. Nicknames of Mackay include the Sugar capital, Alexandra and Macktown.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Mackay — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Mackay

Aerial view over Mackay,
Aerial view over Mackay,
Cane Fire sculpture, Queensland National Bank, Mackay, 2023,
Cane Fire sculpture, Queensland National Bank, Mackay, 2023,
Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Mackay,
Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Mackay,
Street art in Mackay, Qld, 2023,
Street art in Mackay, Qld, 2023,

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 29°C in Jan and coolest around 22°C in Jul (average daytime highs).

Jan
29°
24°
Feb
29°
24°
Mar
29°
24°
Apr
27°
22°
May
24°
18°
Jun
23°
16°
Jul
22°
15°
Aug
23°
16°
Sep
25°
18°
Oct
27°
21°
Nov
28°
23°
Dec
29°
24°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Mackay the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Mackay, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →