Can I travel with an unvaccinated kid under the age of 12? What are the differences in the cruise experience if my child is unvaccinated?

We look forward to welcoming the whole family aboard. Currently, COVID-19 vaccination is recommended, but not required, for children age 11 and under. Children who have completed their full vaccination schedule are able to follow the protocols outlined for fully vaccinated guests. Teens and tweens age 12 and up must be fully vaccinated to sail. 

For families with an unvaccinated child, there are a few different protocols to keep in mind. 

Unvaccinated children have different testing requirements than vaccinated guests. For full details on testing requirements for unvaccinated kids age 2 to 11, please visit our Testing FAQ.

For sailings departing Australia

We look forward to welcoming the whole family aboard. Currently, COVID-19 vaccination is recommended, but not required, for children aged 11 and under. Children who have completed their full vaccination schedule are able to follow the protocols outlined for fully vaccinated guests. Teens and tweens aged 12 and up must be fully vaccinated to sail. 

As part of Australian Federal and State Government guidelines for cruising, at least 95% of guests must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.  Children aged 11 and under, are permitted to travel however there is a limit on the number of unvaccinated guests that can travel on each cruise departure, regardless of age.

If you are travelling with children aged 11 or under that are unvaccinated, you must notify us as soon as possible for approval to cruise.  You can notify us by completing the vaccination survey which will be sent to the email address in your booking seven (7) days after your booking is made, by contacting our call center team on 1800 754 500 or by contacting your travel advisor.