Macquarie Island, Australia

Cruise Port

Macquarie Island

Subantarctic island of Australia.

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Overview

Macquarie Island is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -54.63, 158.86.

About Macquarie Island

Macquarie Island is a subantarctic island in the south-western Pacific Ocean, about halfway between Tasmania and Antarctica. It has been governed as a part of Tasmania, Australia, since 1880. It became a Tasmanian State Reserve in 1978 and was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997.

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

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Macquarie Island — 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 Macquarie Island

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Macquarieisland oli2 2022039 lrg
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PXD 156 Wreck Macquarie Island Hurley
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Macquarie Island geology
Macquarie Island geology

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 7°C in Feb and coolest around 4°C in Jun (average daytime highs).

Jan
6°
4°
Feb
7°
5°
Mar
6°
4°
Apr
6°
3°
May
5°
2°
Jun
4°
2°
Jul
4°
1°
Aug
4°
1°
Sep
4°
0°
Oct
4°
1°
Nov
5°
2°
Dec
6°
3°

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

Where to stay

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

Cruise season & schedules

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