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Discover the Kimberley over 9 nights and uncover the beauty of remote destinations made accessible aboard a luxury expedition small ship. Explore the hidden reefs, rock art galleries and remote river systems along Australia’s final frontier.
Cruise along the stunning Kimberley Coast aboard the luxurious Seabourn Pursuit. Visit the region’s majestic natural wonders including King George Falls, Bigge Island, Mitchell Falls, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Falls and more. Savour delectable dining and luxury accommodation on board your ship.
Inclusions
Nine nights aboard Seabourn Pursuit with daily excursions on Zodiac vessels
Experiences in 11 destinations
Locally inspired dining - a total of 26 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
Services of an APT Cruise Director
View the incredible natural phenomenon Horizontal Falls
Join your Expedition Team to explore Montgomery Reef by Zodiac
Step ashore on Bigge Island and discover Aboriginal rock art created by the Wunambal people
Experience the natural wonder of King George Falls aboard a Zodiac
Itinerary
Day1
Arrive Darwin, Embark Ship
Today, we’ll meet you at the airport before welcoming you aboard your expedition ship. The Seabourn Pursuit is the newest and most luxurious ship on the Kimberley Coast, boasting incredible facilities, delectable dining options and personalised service. You might like to admire the views from the panoramic balcony of your spacious suite, sip champagne on the outdoor deck, take a dip in the infinity pool or share stories of your adventures with your newfound friends in one of the luxurious shared spaces. A relaxed dinner this evening gives you the chance to meet your fellow travellers and sets the tone for the next nine nights on board.
Stay: Nine Nights, Seabourn Pursuit
Daily :Dinner
Day 2
King George River and Falls
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Anticipation builds as your Zodiac approaches King George Falls, which plunge 80 metres over a soaring sandstone cliff. Edge closer to this epic cascade and learn how it turns to a raging torrent during the monsoonal wet season.
Today, your ship cruises into Koolama Bay. Hear how this harbour was renamed following the Japanese bombing of the MV Koolama in 1942. Join your Expedition Team aboard a Zodiac to meander through King George River’s gorge system, passing mangrove-fringed coves and sheer red cliffs. This evening, enjoy a Captain’s welcome dinner.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Vansittart Bay
This morning, join your Expedition Team on an intriguing discovery. Walk across salt flats to view the wreckage of a US Air Force DC3 which crash-landed near Vansittart Bay during World War II. Later, we reposition in the bay to visit Jar Island and discover the island’s outstanding rock art gallery. During your exploration here, you’ll see fascinating examples of Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) paintings, dating back more than 20,000 years.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day4
Ashmore Reef
Enjoy a relaxed morning aboard your luxurious ship. This afternoon, pay a special visit to Ashmore Reef Marine Park. Located in the Timor Sea and spanning 583 square kilometres, the reef is a sanctuary for many marine species. Every year, more than 100,000 seabirds breed here, including crested terns, white-tailed tropicbirds and great frigatebirds. In addition to the prolific birdlife, beneath the clear tropical waters, the coral reefs, seagrass meadows, sandflats and lagoons of Ashmore Reef are home to a colourful array of marine life. 255 species of reef building coral dwell here - the greatest number of any reef on the West Australian coast. Our visit to Ashmore reef is required to ensure we comply with Australian government regulations. Pending favourable weather and sea conditions, you’ll explore this sanctuary via Zodiac with your Expedition Team.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Bigge Island
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE Approximately six kilometres from the mainland, Bigge Island is ripe for discovery today. It’s well known for its Aboriginal rock art, created by the Wunambal people, and you’ll explore a network of caves throughout the island. Here, discover paintings that display fascinating examples of first-contact art and Wandjina figures.
Today, enjoy a Signature Experience on Bigge Island.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6
Hunter River, Mitchell Falls
You are transported to Prince Frederick Harbour today, home to the towering red cliffs and tangled mangroves of Hunter River and Porosus Creek. With its extreme tides and pristine ecosystems, the harbour and its waterways are rich in wildlife including mudskippers and saltwater crocodiles. Porosus Creek takes its name from the scientific name for saltwater crocodile, a good indication of what we’re looking for today. Keen birdwatchers should keep a careful eye out for kingfishers, egrets, herons and white-bellied sea eagles. To further enhance your day, you might choose to set out on a thrilling helicopter flight to see the Mitchell Falls in all its splendour from above (flight at own expense).
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7
Montgomery Reef, Freshwater Cove
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
At Montgomery Reef, depart with your Expedition Team to discover the reef by Zodiac. The reef ‘rises’ out of the ocean as tidal waters cascade into surrounding channels.
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Experience a welcome to country and an immersive smoking ceremony conducted by the Arraluli people, the traditional custodians of the land. Then, embark on a guided hike led by the Expedition Team to explore a mesmerising rock art site where your Aboriginal guide will offer an interpretation of the rock art. This Signature Experience offers a profound connection to the rich cultural heritage and timeless traditions of the Arraluli people.
Today, visit Montgomery Reef and Freshwater Cove, where you will enjoy two Signature Experiences.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8
Horizontal Falls
SIGNATURE EXPERIENCE
Today your ship cruises through to Talbot Bay, known for its massive 12-metre tides that create the unique Horizontal Falls. Subject to tidal conditions, board a zodiac with your Expedition Team to view this natural phenomenon.
Explore Talbot Bay and Cyclone Creek. Accompanied by your Expedition Team Leader, you’ll weave nimbly past the dramatic folds of rock formations, keeping a look out for local wildlife.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9
Buccaneer Archipelago, Adele Island
There’s promise of turquoise waters today as your ship arrives in the Buccaneer Archipelago, home to more than 800 islands. Cruise to Adele Island and join your Expedition Team member for an exploration of this remote coastal area by Zodiac. The island is surrounded by Adele Reef, teeming with an array of coral and marine life, including reef sharks and stingrays.
Daily :Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10
Disembark Ship, Depart Broome
Arriving at Broome this morning, say goodbye to your ship and be transferred to the airport.
Daily :Breakfast
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