Christmas Island

Christmas Island. A tourism region in Western Australia.

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Places in Christmas Island

Each place has its own page with the stays, tours and attractions listed there.

Christmas IslandChristmas Island, WA

Experiences in Christmas Island

From the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, the national catalogue Launchpad keeps in sync for operators.

Christmas IslandChristmas Island
Christmas Island Bird'n'Nature WeekChristmas Island
Christmas Island MarathonChristmas Island
Christmas Island Visitor CentreChristmas Island
Divers VillaChristmas Island
Extra Divers AustraliaChristmas Island
Indian Ocean ExperiencesChristmas Island
Seaspray VillaChristmas Island
The Dales, Christmas IslandChristmas Island
Tong Chee HouseChristmas Island
VQ3 LodgeChristmas Island

About Christmas Island

Escape the ordinary and discover the raw beauty of Christmas Island, a remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean teeming with unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. This hidden gem offers an unforgettable escape for nature lovers and adventure seekers. Picture yourself witnessing one of the world's most spectacular natural phenomena: the annual Christmas Island Red Crab Migration. Millions of crimson crustaceans emerge from the lush rainforest, carpeting the island in a vibrant red tide as they journey to the ocean to breed.

Don't miss this incredible, once-in-a-lifetime spectacle, best experienced with guided tours to ensure you witness the event at its peak and learn about the amazing life cycle of these iconic creatures. But Christmas Island is more than just the crabs. Dive into a world of turquoise waters with Christmas Island Wet 'n' Dry Adventures, exploring vibrant coral reefs, hidden grottoes, and secluded beaches teeming with marine life.

On land, delve into the island's rich rainforests, cascading waterfalls, and captivating historical sites. Begin your adventure at the Christmas Island National Park Visitor Centre, the perfect place to learn about the island's diverse ecosystem, book tours and permits, and gain invaluable insights into the local flora and fauna. Easily accessible via regular flights from Perth, Christmas Island offers an unparalleled escape into a world of natural wonder waiting to be explored.

Grants for Christmas Island operators

235 open now across state and national programs that apply in Western Australia.

All WA grants

Australian Government Festivals Australia
Supports high-quality arts projects that invite audiences to experience and engage with the arts at festivals across Australia.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Regional Connectivity Program
Funds projects that deliver improved digital connectivity in regional, rural, and remote areas.
GenAI Deep Search, Federal
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Tourism WA - Grants and Assistance
To stimulate tourism development, improve visitor experiences, and support tourism businesses in Western Australia.
Tourism WA, State
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now
Tourism WA - Various programs (check website)
Support and develop the tourism industry in Western Australia.
Tourism Western Australia, State
Funding
Amount varies
Status
Open now

Christmas Island, answered

Where is Christmas Island?

Christmas Island is a tourism region in Western Australia, Australia, as defined by the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse. It takes in Christmas Island. Escape the ordinary and discover the raw beauty of Christmas Island, a remote Australian territory in the Indian Ocean teeming with unique wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. This hidden gem offers…

What is there to do in Christmas Island?

across Christmas Island. The listings on this page come from the Australian Tourism Data Warehouse, which Launchpad keeps in sync for operators.

Are there tourism grants for Christmas Island operators?

Yes. 235 grants are open now for tourism businesses in Western Australia, including Christmas Island, across state and national programs. The full list is on the Western Australia grants page, and the application detail is in Launchpad.

How do operators in Christmas Island get onto Launchpad?

Through a regional tourism organisation or council program on a free Starter seat, or directly at $595 a year. The Altitude Score is free to run without an account. Tell us where you operate and we will check whether a program is running in Christmas Island.