Busselton has a growing reputation as a destination port within the global cruise industry. Key factors attracting cruise lines to Busselton include a safe anchorage in the north facing Geographe Bay, the spectacular visual surroundings as passengers disembark onto the heritage-listed Busselton Jetty via cruise tender vessels and ease of access to a choice world-class nature, food and wine experiences nearby.
The tender port also stands out because of the high level of cooperation between the local tourism association (MRBTA), local government (City of Busselton), local tourism operators and the local community, who all work together to welcome cruise ships in a professional and seamless way.
During the 2023/24 season:
MRBTA manages the shoreside experience for cruise ship arrivals at Busselton. A tailored welcome is offered to passengers of every cruise ship arriving at Busselton. This includes a team of 29 volunteers greeting passengers and providing advice and information to help them explore Busselton and the surrounding region.
Passenger surveys carried out during each arrival produce overwhelmingly positive feedback. For the 2023/24 season the Net Promoter Score increased to 80 compared with 64 the previous season.
Previous surveys have found that:
The contribution of MRBTA also includes holding regular ‘Cruise Ready’ workshops for local tourism operators in order to build capacity and ensure that current and future shore excursions meet the changing expectations of cruise passengers.
Retailer & Busselton business guide to welcoming cruise passengersThe below schedule is subject to change.
As an expedition ship, this ship will be able to anchor and land passengers beachside towards Eagle Bay and/or Hamelin Bay/Flinders Bay with inclusive shore based itineraries included in fare.
As an expedition ship, this ship will be able to anchor and land passengers beachside towards Eagle Bay and/or Hamelin Bay/Flinders Bay with inclusive shore based itineraries included in fare.
Schedule last updated: 27th June 2024
The below schedule is subject to change.
Schedule last updated: 1st July 2024
