Australia Cruise Tourism Market Size & Outlook, 2025-2033
Australia Cruise Tourism Market Insights
- According to Deep Market Insights analysis, the Australia Cruise Tourism Market size was USD 2.21 Billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 3.5 Billion by 2033.
- The Australia market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.26% between 2025 and 2033.
- By segment, Ocean cruises (mainstream) emerged as the largest Cruise Type in terms of market size in 2024.
- River cruises is anticipated to remain the most attractive Cruise Type segment, recording the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Other Key Findings
- In 2024, Australia represented 1.14% of the overall global Cruise Tourism Market size.
- United States is projected to lead the global Cruise Tourism Market size by 2033.
- Across Asia Pacific, China is anticipated to hold the dominant position in market size by 2033.
- China is forecasted to expand at the fastest pace in Asia Pacific, attaining USD 22.46 Billion by 2033.
Report Summary
| Report Scope | Details |
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| Base Year for Study | 2024 |
| Study Period | 2021-2033 |
| Historical Period | 2021-2023 |
| Forecast Period | 2025-2033 |
| Market Size In 2024 | USD 2.21 Billion |
| Market Size In 2033 | USD 3.5 Billion |
| Largest segment | Ocean cruises (mainstream) |
| Units | Revenue in USD Billion |
| CAGR | 5.26% (2025-2033) |
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| Report Coverage | Revenue Forecast, Competitive Landscape, Growth Factors, Environment & Regulatory Landscape and Trends |
Australia Cruise Tourism Market Cruise Type 2025-2033 (USD Billion)
| Cruise Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocean cruises (mainstream) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 0.94 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Luxury & expedition cruises | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| River cruises | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Regional / coastal cruises | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Australia Cruise Tourism Market Passenger Type 2025-2033 (USD Billion)
| Passenger Type | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leisure / family | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 1.01 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Luxury / HNW | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Adventure / expedition | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.
Australia Cruise Tourism Market Revenue Streams 2025-2033 (USD Billion)
| Revenue Streams | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | 2029 | 2030 | 2031 | 2032 | 2033 |
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| Ticket / fare revenue | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | 1.08 | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| On-board spend (F&B, excursions, retail) | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Port & handling services | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
| Total | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x | XX.x |
Source: DMI Analysis Company Publications, Primary Interviews.