Details About Kiritimati (Christmas Is)

Destinations » Hawaii and South Pacific » South Pacific » Kiritimati (Christmas Is)


Lying 1,300 miles south of Hawaii, Christmas Island is a small tropical Eden far off the beaten track for tourists. Once a place of whalers or coconut oil and copra harvesters, today, Christmas Island is a protected wildlife haven. Its barrier reef pulses with colorful sea creatures and its bird life draws devoted birdwatchers from around the world. Nature lovers will appreciate the wildlife sanctuary being nurtured here. As home to nearly 20 species of birds and surrounded by water teeming with marine life.
Right Now
82°F
04n
overcast clouds
78%
Moderate breeze East-southeast
Wednesday, 12/17/2025
04n
82°F / 77
broken clouds
Thursday, 12/18/2025
10n
80°F / 77
light rain
Friday, 12/19/2025
10n
80°F / 78
light rain
Saturday, 12/20/2025
10n
79°F / 78
light rain
Sunday, 12/21/2025
04n
78°F / 78
overcast clouds

Attractions

Things to do on Christmas Island include a visit to a protected bird sanctuary, a circle island tour, some of the best deep-sea fishing in the Pacific, snorkeling and scuba diving.

Adventures

Take advantage of the infinite snorkeling and scuba adventures around this thriving barrier reef.

Currency

The local currency used in Adelaide is the Australian Dollar (AUD).

 
Click red-star to view sailings.
Cruise Line 2025
Dec		 2026
Jan		 Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
Holland America Line -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- red-star --