AUSTRALIAN CRUISE GROUP: OUR STORY
One Platform. Australia's Best Cruise Experiences
Australian Cruise Group brings together some of Australia's most recognised cruise brands alongside a carefully selected collection of trusted cruise and tour operators, making it easier to discover compare and book exceptional on-water experiences across the country.
For more than four decades, we've helped millions of guests experience Australia's iconic waterways. From elegant Sydney Harbour cruises to reef adventures in tropical Queensland, whale watching along the Humpback Highway, sunset cruises in the Top End and wilderness and island expeditions in Melbourne and Tasmania, our collection showcases the diversity of Australia's coastal and river destinations.
Today, Australian Cruise Group operates through two complementary divisions:
Cruise Operator On Sydney Harbour
We own and operate a portfolio of leading Sydney cruise brands, delivering premium dining, sightseeing and special event experiences on one of the world's most spectacular natural harbours.
National Cruise/Tour Booking Agency
Beyond Sydney, Australian Cruise Group partners with reputed regional operators to bring together Australia's best cruise and on-water experiences in one trusted platform. Every operator is chosen for their reputation, quality of service and commitment to delivering memorable experiences, giving travellers the confidence to compare and book with ease.
MISSION & VISION
Our Mission: To connect travellers with Australia's best cruise experiences through a trusted platform built on expertise, carefully selected partnerships and more than four decades of industry experience.
Our Vision: To be Australia's most trusted platform for discovering exceptional cruise and on-water experiences, while helping local and regional operators reach new audiences.
OUR BRANDS
Australian Cruise Group proudly owns and operates three of Sydney Harbour's best-known cruise brands.
Clearview Cruises
Clearview Cruises offers premium glass boat dining experiences, with lunch, dinner and private event cruises aboard Sydney's only glass boat cruising restaurant. Designed for uninterrupted harbour views, Clearview combines contemporary dining with floor-to-ceiling glass surrounds for an experience unlike any other on Sydney Harbour.
Sydney Showboats
Sydney Showboats has entertained guests on Sydney Harbour for decades aboard an authentic paddlewheeler. Combining harbour dining with its signature cabaret spectacular, Sydney Showboat remains one of Australia's longest-running dinner cruise experiences.
Magistic Cruises
Magistic Cruises offers relaxed harbour dining and sightseeing aboard a spacious multi-level catamaran. From buffet lunch cruises to dinner cruises, sightseeing and special event experiences, Magistic offers versatile cruising options for couples, families, groups and visitors alike.
Although each brand has its own identity, vessels and style of experience, they are all owned and operated by Australian Cruise Group.
OUR PARTNER NETWORK
Australia's most memorable cruise experiences are created by passionate local operators with deep knowledge of their waterways, wildlife and destinations. That's why Australian Cruise Group partners with independently owned cruise businesses across the country, from family-run operators to established regional leaders.
Our partner network allows travellers to discover and compare a diverse range of experiences in one place, while giving local and regional operators greater visibility to audiences across Australia and around the world.
Every partner is carefully selected for the quality of their experiences, commitment to guest satisfaction and strong local reputation. Unless otherwise stated on the individual experience page, all partner cruises continue to be independently owned and operated by the businesses that deliver them.
WHERE WE CRUISE
Australian Cruise Group is headquartered in Sydney, New South Wales, where we own and operate our flagship cruise brands on the iconic Sydney Harbour.
Beyond Sydney, our partner network extends across Australia's most celebrated coastal and river destinations, with experiences available in New South Wales, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania, Western Australia, South Australia and the Northern Territory.
From iconic city harbours to remote coastal escapes, our growing network reflects the breadth and diversity of Australia's cruise tourism industry.
COMMITMENT TO RESPONSIBLE CRUISING
At Australian Cruise Group, we believe memorable experiences and responsible tourism should go hand in hand.
Across our own operations, we continually look for opportunities to reduce environmental impact while delivering exceptional guest experiences.
When selecting partner operators, we also value businesses that demonstrate strong commitments to responsible tourism through practices such as:
- Respecting marine wildlife and protected habitats
- Supporting local communities and regional tourism
- Following environmental regulations and park authority guidelines
- Minimising waste wherever practical
- Providing educational experiences that help guests better appreciate Australia's unique marine environments.
While sustainability initiatives vary between operators and destinations, we believe every responsible decision contributes to preserving Australia's remarkable waterways for future generations.
WHY BOOK THROUGH AUSTRALIAN CRUISE GROUP?
Whether you're booking one of our Sydney Harbour cruises or an experience operated by one of our trusted partners, Australian Cruise Group makes your planning easy.
When you book with us, you'll enjoy:
- A single destination to compare and book cruise experiences across Australia
- A curated collection of quality experiences from trusted operators
- Secure online booking with instant confirmation
- A diverse range of experiences, from sightseeing and dining cruises to island adventures, whale watching and special events
- Local knowledge and customer support from a team with decades of experience in Australian tourism
OUR TRACK RECORD
More than four decades in Australian tourism have shaped the experience we deliver today. From operating iconic Sydney Harbour cruises to partnering with respected regional operators across the country, we've built a network that travellers can book with confidence.
Today, Australian Cruise Group proudly represents:
- 40+ years of Australian tourism experience
- Three owned Sydney Harbour cruise brands
- Hundreds of curated cruise and on-water experiences
- A network spanning seven Australian states and territories
- Millions of guests welcomed over the years