Cocos (Keeling) Islands © Cocos Keeling Islands Tourism Association

14 incredible days on Christmas and Cocos (Keeling) islands

Set off an adventure of a lifetime, island-hopping between two of Australia’s most remote and extraordinary destinations.

Trip overview

14 days

plane, car

3,593km (2,231mi)

The must-do experiences

Witness Christmas Island’s annual red crab migration between November and January
Swim with marine life at uncrowded coral reef sites
Experience Malay culture and unique Chinese island cuisine

Day 1: Perth to Christmas Island

4hrs 2,610km (1,621mi)

Fly from Perth to Christmas Island, known for its tropical rainforest, rare birdlife, spectacular coral reefs and red crabs.

A koala and her joey hang out in a tree on Kangaroo Island, South Australia © Exceptional Kangaroo Island

8 wildlife events to catch in summer

Where to see Australia’s most magnificent animal antics in December, January and February.

Read time • 7min

Day 2: Christmas Island

Discover Christmas Island’s cultural heritage today, from authentic flavours to intricate temples and museums.

Flying Fish Cove, Christmas Island © Tourism Australia

Guide to Christmas Island

Experience the wonder of remote Christmas Island. There’s nothing like it anywhere else on the planet.

Read time • 4min

Day 3: Christmas Island

Today, you’ll go off-the-beaten path to discover secluded beaches, unique nature experiences and spectacular lookouts.

Day 4: Christmas Island

Discover the Dales today – one of Christmas Island's two Ramsar-protected wetlands home to blue crabs, Tahitian chestnut trees and a permanent flow of freshwater.

Day 5: Christmas Island

Dive into Christmas Island's underwater oasis and enjoy its warm, translucent waters.

Day 6: Christmas Island

Seek out the island’s east coast beaches, where nesting booby birds and stunning snorkelling opportunities await.