A A 73-year-old man has died on a Disney cruise ship in Australian waters after falling overboard During the early hours of Saturday. The disappearance occurred during a tourist trip linking Melbourne and Auckland, as part of one of the last flights that the company is considering keeping in the region. The authorities indicated that the passenger jumped into the sea, and that the incident is not being investigated as a crime.
According to information issued by 7News and New York PostThe man He disappeared around 4.30am While on boardDisneyWonder“, one of the ships that makes frequent trips across Oceania. The incident occurred in Tasman SeaIt is an area known for its unstable climate and strong waves, and is located between New Zealand and the southeastern coast of Australia.
The crew noticed the passenger’s absence and ordered them to return to conduct a search. The cruise ship crew activated emergency protocols and spent nearly five hours maneuvering to locate him. But no positive results came back and the body was not found, according to authorities. The official testimony collected by the press confirms that the man “He died after jumping from the boat into the water“So the police ruled out the intervention of third parties.
The news had an impact inside the boat and changed the dynamics of the trip. Mitch Talbot, another passenger who spoke with the channel 7NewsHe described an atmosphere filled with silence and uncertainty. He confirmed that the captain reported the situation via loudspeakers, explained in detail the search process and explained that they were unable to find the missing traveler. Talbot described the rest of the trip as “bleak” and “a bit disturbing.”
The flight has left November 20 On a five-day trip, the final destination was Auckland, New Zealand. However, he had to arrive a day later than expected due to the inspection, on November 26, according to reports. Daily Mail.
The journey is part of The company’s most recent operations within Australian territory. Disney Cruise Line has scheduled its last service from Australia on January 30, from Sydney to Honolulu, marking an indefinite pause by the company in its activity in the region.
“Although…The Disney Wonder will not return to Australia and New Zealand for the 2026-27 season“We want to assure you that travel from this region continues to be a very important option for future trips,” Disney said in August, according to the . Daily Mail.
He added: “The response from guests during our domestic seasons has been very positive, and we look forward to a great season starting on October 19, 2025.”
To date, Disney has not issued public comments on the incident. This incident raised questions about security protocols and the challenge posed by the marine conditions of the Tasman Sea, which is considered one of the most hostile passages on the planet.