New shore excursions for Royal Caribbean cruises
Royal Caribbean has unveiled 18 new shore excursions for Australian, New Zealand and South Pacific cruises, many of which are exclusive to the line.
“We often talk about a Royal Caribbean megaliner being a destination in itself, but the places we sail to truly bring our style of holiday to life,” said Adam Armstrong, Royal Caribbean’s regional commercial director.
“Our new and improved offering means there’s something for everyone; whether you’re a seasoned traveller or a first timer, we’ll take you off the beaten track and show you a new side to a range of Australian, New Zealand and South Pacific destinations.”
Brand new Royal Caribbean shore excursion experiences include:
Airline Beach – “Gone Fishing”
This small-group reef and bottom fishing adventure around the Whitsunday Islands lets guests test the fishing skills in the sparkling blue waters sheltered by the world-famous Great Barrier Reef, rich with reef fish like coral trout and red emperor.
Cairns – “Tropical Jet Boating”
Cairns locals take guests for a wet-and-wild jet boat ride on the Cairns waterfront and into the Trinity Inlet. Experience lush green mountains, rich wildlife and beautiful waterways only accessible by boat. It’s a great way to escape the humidity!
Hobart – “Mt Wellington Descent by Bike”
An exhilarating mountain bike ride down 4,000-foot Mt. Wellington gives guests the change to experience panoramic views of the city of Hobart followed by a gentle, scenic bicycle tour through the magnificent alpine forest and terrain.
Port Headland – “FIFO Mining Experience”
Port Headland is the centre of WA’s iron ore industry and this tour gives guests a real opportunity to see what FIFO (fly-in fly-out) working life is really like. Guests don high-vis gear and a hardhat and tour the extensive and interesting facility.
Port Headland – “Historical Town Tour”
Peel back layers of Port Headland history and take in the historic West End. Discover a colourful market teeming with arts, craft and food, as well as Don Rhodes Open-Air Mining Museum where you can see how much the mining industry has changed over the years.
Port Hedland – “Pretty Pool Discovery with Tea”
Port Hedland’s famous Pretty Pool area has an incredibly important ecosystem, and guests on this experience will learn how mangroves help support the flatback turtles that make this beach home year after year.
Suva, Fiji – “Kila Eco Trek”
Immerse yourself in Fiji's pristine rainforest at Kila Eco Adventure Park. The tour departs the Port of Suva, the capital’s large maritime gateway. Suva, which is situated on a hilly peninsula, is the most cosmopolitan city in the South Pacific.
Auckland, New Zealand “Tamaki Hikoi Maori Volcanic Walking Tour”
Join members of the Ngati Whatua tribe on a guided walk of their lands, exploring the heart of Auckland at Mt. Eden, a dormant volcano. For hundreds of years, Maori of this local tribe have passed down through generations their tribal history and traditions.
Bay of Islands, New Zealand – “Glow Worm Caves and Kauri Forest”
Enjoy the serenity of the Puketi Kauri Forest and explore caverns lit by twinkling glowworms. Get up close to the ancient and majestic Kauri trees during an educational guided walking tour of Puketi Kauri’s sub-tropical rainforest, rich in flora and fauna.
Tauranga, New Zealand – “Coastal Cuisine Tour”
This 'foodies tour' introduces you to the unique and delicious bounty of the Bay of Plenty. The rich soils and gentle climate have produced ideal growing conditions.
Wellington, New Zealand – “Craft Brewery Tour”
Beer lovers can go on a tasting tour of Wellington’s finest craft brews. An array of breweries in the heart of the city are an integral part of the capital's vibrant cultural scene. This tour visits four locations so you can sample an amazing assortment of beers.
If these shore excursions sound like music to your ears and you’d like to book your own cruise with Royal Caribbean or would simply like extra information, click here.
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