9.7 hours ashore on average
Ships typically dock in Rabaul for around 9.7 hours. That's enough time for a full island tour, a beach day, or a combination of shorter experiences.
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When to Visit Rabaul
Cruise season patterns based on scheduled ship visits and passenger volumes
Winter Season
Dec – Feb
2,890 estimated passengers across 3 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Summer Season
Jun – Aug
3,672 estimated passengers across 2 ship visits. Quieter period — fewer crowds.
Cruise Lines Visiting Rabaul
4 cruise lines. View full breakdown →
Ponant Cruises Cruises (2)
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises (1)
Holland America Cruises (1)
Regent Seven Seas Cruises Cruises (1)
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Next scheduled visits to Rabaul
Mon 24 Aug
Carnival Encounter
Carnival Cruise Line Cruises
09:00 – 18:00
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1% Commission
The lowest in the industry. Other platforms charge 20–30%. We charge 1%.
Money Stays Local
99% goes directly to the local operator. Plus 25% of our profits fund island farming through Ground Swell.
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