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Geraldton (Western Australia)

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Local Time
2026-11-13 16:31

min: 64 °F (17 °C) / max: 89 °F (32 °C) 71°F
21.9°C
Wind: 168°/ 10.4 m/s Gust: 13.5 m/sWind: 168°/ 10.4 m/s Gust: 13.5 m/sFresh breeze
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Min / Max Temperature89 °F / 32 °C
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Port Geraldton cruise ship schedule shows timetable calendars of all arrival and departure dates by month. The port's schedule lists all ships (in links) with cruises going to or leaving from Geraldton, Western Australia. To see the full itineraries (ports of call dates and arrival / departure times) and their lowest rates – just follow the corresponding ship-link.

DayShipArrivalDeparture
13 March, 2026
Friday
MOL Mitsui Ocean Cruises Cruises cruise lineMitsui Ocean Sakura11:0020:00
16 March, 2026
Monday
Silversea Cruises Cruises cruise lineSilver Dawn08:0018:00

Geraldton is a port town in Western Australia's mid-western part, with population around 40,000. The port is approx 425 km (263 ml) north of Perth. Port Geraldton is a primary west coast seaport and a major logistics and service centre for Western Australia's fishing, mining, sheep, wheat and tourism industries.

Point Moore Lighthouse (to the south) is a historical and cultural attraction, and the oldest still operational lighthouse in Western Australia. This was also Australia's first steel tower.

In 2007, Geraldton harbour's waterfront (previously abandoned railway marshalling yard) was largely redeveloped. It currently hosts kids playground with green spaces, water activities areas, beaches, basketball court, shaded playground and picnic areas. New attraction (completed in 2018) is the sky walk at Kalbarri Park.

As cruise port, Geraldton is managed by Mid West Ports Authority and annually handles around 10 ship calls. City-organized groups of volunteers greet cruise tourists upon arrival and provide assistance and information on tours and other shore activities. For season 2017-2018 were scheduled 10 ship visits, 6 of which were maiden / first-time. For season 2018-2019 were scheduled 8 ship calls, for 2019-2020 - 10 calls.

Things to Do in Geraldton, Western Australia

Spend a short call on the Geraldton Foreshore and at the Museum of Geraldton. With half a day ashore, add the hilltop HMAS Sydney II Memorial and St Francis Xavier Cathedral. The waterfront is easy to explore on foot once you take the shuttle out of the port.

Getting from the Cruise Ship to Town

Cruise ships berth at Geraldton’s commercial harbour, where passengers step ashore directly onto the wharf. The wharf is inside a secure port area, so passengers must use the ship-provided shuttle in both directions. The usual town stop is near 246 Marine Terrace, close to the southern end of the foreshore. Confirm the return pickup point and last shuttle time before setting out.

If you book a private tour or taxi, arrange to meet the driver at the town shuttle stop or another agreed location outside the port. Allow time for the shuttle queue and the ride back to the wharf before your ship’s all-aboard time.

Self-Guided Walk: Memorial, Cathedral and Waterfront

  1. HMAS Sydney II Memorial. Allow about 20 minutes uphill from the shuttle stop. The memorial honours the 645 crew members lost in 1941. Its silver dome and hilltop outlook over Geraldton make this a worthwhile first stop.
  2. St Francis Xavier Cathedral. Walk about 15 minutes from the memorial to the cathedral, designed by priest and architect John Hawes. If it is open, step inside to see the striped arches. The nearby Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre adds context to the building and its architect.
  3. Geraldton Foreshore and Batavia Coast Marina. Allow about 10 minutes from the cathedral back to the waterfront. Follow the foreshore north towards the marina and the Museum of Geraldton, about another 10 minutes from the central waterfront.
  4. Museum of Geraldton. See finds from the Dutch shipwreck Batavia and exhibits on the wartime encounter between HMAS Sydney II and HSK Kormoran. General admission is free. Check holiday hours and allow about 15 minutes to walk back to the shuttle stop.

The loop takes roughly 70 minutes of walking, plus time at each stop. Allow 2½ to 3 hours in town for a relaxed visit. For a flatter outing, follow the waterfront to the museum and return the same way.

Foreshore, Town Beach and Point Moore Lighthouse

For an easy outdoor stop, walk out along The Esplanade at the southern end of the foreshore. Its viewing platform overlooks the harbour. Town Beach, the waterfront paths and the cafés around Marine Terrace are easy to combine with a museum visit.

Point Moore Lighthouse is about 3 km (1.9 mi) from central Geraldton. The red-and-white tower is viewed from outside. A shared walking and cycling path links the area to the foreshore. If time is tight, arrange a taxi for both directions or stay on the central waterfront.

Abrolhos Islands Scenic Flights

Scenic flights from Geraldton Airport offer views of the Houtman Abrolhos Islands and their reefs. For a cruise call, consider a flyover if the operator can confirm a schedule that leaves time for airport transfers, possible weather delays and the return shuttle. Island landings and snorkelling tours suit longer calls with a generous return buffer.

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