Thursday Island, Australia

Cruise Port

Thursday Island

Island in Queensland, Australia.

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Overview

Thursday Island is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -10.585, 142.22.

About Thursday Island

Thursday Island, colloquially known as TI, or in the Kawrareg dialect, Waiben or Waibene, is an island of the Torres Strait Islands, an archipelago of at least 274 small islands in the Torres Strait. Thursday Island is located approximately 39 kilometres north of Cape York Peninsula in Far North Queensland, Australia.

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

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Thursday 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 Thursday Island

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Pearling luggers at Thursday Island,
Pearling luggers at Thursday Island,
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ThursdayIsland-Customs

Where to stay

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

Cruise season & schedules

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