1. Port Overview

  1. Cocos (Keeling) Islands, Australia

  3. The Territory of the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, also called Cocos Islands and Keeling Islands, is a territory of Australia, located in the Indian Ocean, southwest of Christmas Island and approximately midway between Australia and Sri Lanka. The territory consists of two atolls and 27 coral islands, of which two, West Island and Home Island are inhabited.

    The Cocos Islands offers spectacular snorkelling, world-class diving, excellent fishing and the adrenalin-rush of kitesurfing, Visitors can relax on empty beaches, visit uninhabited islands by canoe, watch spectacular birdlife or catch the ferry to Home Island and discover the culture and traditions of the Cocos Malay people.

    Things to See & Do

    * Cultural tours
    * Traditional events
    * Diving & Snorkelling
    * Pulu Keeling National Park
    * Birdwatching

    General Information

    Cruise Season – Jan - Dec
    Currency – Australian Dollar (AUD)
    Language – English
    Population – 600 approx
    Land Area – 14 km²
    Time – GMT plus six and half hours
    Electricity - 2 angled pins and 1 flat pin centered below Australian style
    International Country Telephone Code – 61 891

    Port Location – There is a lagoon anchorage located at West Island.

    Travel Links – Flights are available to West Island from Perth, via Christmas Island and Exmouth.