Places to visit around Australia’s coastline in your luxury motor yacht

The Island Nation, Australia, has an immense coastline that stretches to just under 36,000 kilometres. The beauty, wonder, and diversity have made it a world-renowned destination for luxury motor yacht lovers and all maritime enthusiasts. A circumnavigation of it, along with the Apple Isle (Tasmania) amounts to over 9000 nautical miles.

Along with the advancements in technology for weather and navigation, along with increasing services means that what was once only the domain of sailing yachts is now a potential bucket list item for motor yachts too. Best of all it can be done in hops, so that you are never too far from family, friends and business needs.

Australia’s vast and diverse coastal terrain offers a unique blend of natural wonders, vibrant cities, and remote paradises, making it a top location for cruising in a Maritimo long range motor yacht. From the tropical waters of the north, to the temperate southern coast, as well as World Heritage areas all around the country, cruising along Australia’s shores provides an experience that combines luxury, adventure, and unrivalled beauty.

Queensland: The Great Barrier Reef

A natural wonder and visible from space, the Great Barrier Reef offers some of the most spectacular marine ecosystems in the world. The reef stretches for over 1250 nautical miles, and consists of over 900 islands, many of which are only accessible by yacht.

Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands

Arguably one of the most famous cruising destinations in Australia, the Whitsunday Islands are a must-visit for anyone exploring the Great Barrier Reef region. Comprising 74 islands nestled in the heart of the reef, this tropical paradise is accessible by yacht and offers a vast array of secluded anchorages, pristine beaches, and crystal-clear waters.

New South Wales:

Crossing the border and heading further South, honourable mentions have to be given to Byron Bay, Yamba/Iluka, Coffs Harbour, Port Macquarie, and Port Stephens. The first two are part of the fabled Northern Rivers district, and its amazing scenery, including the very visible Mount Warning, which is the first place to see the dawn on mainland Australia.

 New South Wales – Sydney Harbour

The sails of the Sydney Opera House and the iconic coat hanger that is the Sydney Harbour Bridge make Sydney a place known to all. We have a detailed piece on it here. It is the combination of a bustling cosmopolitan city and natural beauty that offers an incredible backdrop for cruising in your luxury motor yacht. Be in the absolute thick of it at Cockle Bay, or hide in a cove in Middle Harbour. Stay in Rose Bay or Double Bay, or dine at the fashionable Manly. The choices are both abundant and splendid.

 New South Wales’ South Coast

Jervis Bay is often considered one of Australia’s best-kept secrets. It boasts the whitest sand in the world, according to scientists, and its clear turquoise waters make it a paradise for yachting and water activities.