Below Deck Down Under

10 Worst Episodes of Below Deck Down Under

Set against the stunning backdrop of the tropical Whitsunday Islands and world-famous Great Barrier Reef in northeastern Australia, this series explores the complex, often explosive dynamics of the crew and a rotating group of demanding charter guests on M/Y Thalassa.

Written by Sophie and last updated on aug 16, 2023.

PS: The following content contains spoilers!

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Below Deck Down Under - S1E16

#10 - Dirty Laundry (Season 1 - Episode 16)

Captain Jason continues to notice Culver’s lack of initiative; Brittini calls out a double standard.

The episode was rated 7.47 from 124 votes.

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#9 - Loads of Croc (Season 1 - Episode 10)

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The crew enjoys a day off on an Australian crocodile safari; captain Jason finds shocking unfinished business left on the boat; Tumi comes to Aesha's defence when Ryan and Magda talk behind her back, leaving Aesha distraught.

The episode was rated 7.45 from 131 votes.

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#8 - Floating Circus (Season 2 - Episode 2)

The charter guests continue to be on edge with each other; a new stew comes aboard, giving the interior relief while captivating the deck team; a crew member over-commits to the Cancana surprise kiss threatens to ruin the party.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 90 votes.

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#7 - The Plunger from Down Under (Season 1 - Episode 3)

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Benny struggles to stay motivated on deck, while Jamie tries to keep his team in line; Ryan and Aesha's galley communication comes to a head when the guests aren't ready for service; the crew comes together to throw a vow renewal ceremony.

The episode was rated 7.44 from 142 votes.

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#6 - Yachtie or Nice? (Season 1 - Episode 12)

Jason's investigation of the deck team presents him with a difficult decision; Magda finds herself in hot water when she gets caught on the phone again; charter guests request a holiday party that calls for Culver and Aesha to dress up.

The episode was rated 7.43 from 129 votes.

Below Deck Down Under - S1E8

#5 - Prom Night (Season 1 - Episode 8)

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The crew hosts a prom night for the charter guests after their adventure to the Great Barrier Reef.

The episode was rated 7.42 from 125 votes.

Below Deck Down Under - S2E5

#4 - Everyone Everywhere All at Once (Season 2 - Episode 5)

A love pentagon takes shape as crew romances heat up in multiple directions, and a personality conflict on the interior intensifies. One of the deckhands falls behind, and a dinner service for the guests goes awry when their preferences are overlooked.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 75 votes.

Below Deck Down Under - S2E3

#3 - Ice, Ice, Maybe (Season 2 - Episode 3)

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A complicated love triangle threatens to make things awkward on deck. The CEO is back for another round of fun. The guests have an icy request, and when a deck crew member overlooks his duties, one of the guests gets a cutting surprise.

The episode was rated 7.41 from 92 votes.

Below Deck Down Under - S2E8

#2 - Great Sexpectations (Season 2 - Episode 8)

The deck team gets a surprising new leader, which causes resentment to grow within the department; the interior struggles being one stew down; the chef and the chief stew get a blast from the past.

The episode was rated 7.39 from 31 votes.

Below Deck Down Under - S2E4

#1 - All's Fair in Love and Downpour (Season 2 - Episode 4)

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Heavy wind and rain threaten to drown a difficult beach picnic; a stew takes liberties with her break time; the guests experience a dinner fit for a god; on a night out, romantic entanglements get knotty when a surprising new hookup happens.

The episode was rated 7.36 from 86 votes.

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