The continents of Africa and Australia offer some great opportunities for cruise holidays, so do New Zealand and the South Pacific. If you want more, a world cruise may be the best option.

Africa cruises often offer some very exiting shore tours. Among the most popular are photo safaris to National Parks and Reserves, where you are able to see Africa's "Big Five" (Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard) among a great variety of other animals. A cruise to Madagascar is often part of an itinerary that includes the Seychelles, Mauritius, Reunion and Zanzibar in Tanzania. Madagascar has a unique wildlife found nowhere else, among the best known of the mammals are the more than 5o different species of lemurs. 

Australia cruises typically include tours of the Australian Outback as well as snorkeling and diving choices at the Great Barrier Reef. Especially the east and north coasts of Australia is popular for cruising.  New Zealand has a stunning and diverse natural beauty and offers a huge variety of tourist attractions and sightseeing experiences. The spectacular landscapes of New Zealand are best experienced from a cruise ship.

The South Pacific is one of the most exotic places in the world. Spread over a huge area are the most romantic islands and archipelagoes, with turquoise seas, white beaches, stunning coral reefs, and fabulous lagoons. The only way to experience this paradise is by going on a cruise to these waters and visit French Polynesia, Samoa, Fiji, Cook Island, Tonga, and Loyalty Islands among others. 

If you have plenty of time, and enough money, a world cruise may be the right choice. World cruises usually last for 90-120 days with fares ranging from USD 10,000 to USD 200,000 depending on the cabin and cruise line. A world cruise will take you to all continents and some of the world's best known cities and attractions.