Overview
Itinerary
Arrive in Broome today where you will spend the day at leisure. Stay: Broome, Oaks Cable Beach or similar
Leave Broome early this morning en route to the Kimberley. Be driven along the iconic Gibb River Road to Windjana Gorge, where ancient marine fossils lay embedded in the imposing and beautiful gorge walls. Continue to Tunnel Creek, where you can wade through its refreshing waters as you work your way along Western Australia's oldest cave system to a hidden oasis. Admire the serene setting before returning to the road to head to your premium accommodation at Fitzroy Crossing. Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge (B/D)
Insider Experience: Delve into Gooniyandi culture today during a visit to the Yiyili community where you'll explore the Girrwarli Art & Cultural centre and meet members of the community. Delve into Gooniyandi culture and language today during a visit to the Yiyili community, where you'll explore the Laari Gallery and take part in an Indigenous language class.
Enjoy a full day to explore some of Purnululu National Park's most beautiful locations. Experience the incredible natural acoustics of Cathedral Gorge, a vast amphitheatre of vibrant rock created by erosion over millions of years.
Later, stroll along Piccaninny Creek winding your way through the park's unique landscapes. Alternatively, you can take to the skies on an optional helicopter flight. (B/L/D)
Treat yourself to another magical day in Purnululu today with a hike to Echidna Chasm. Wander through the otherworldly cleft, gazing up at the narrow cliffs as they reach up to 200 metres towards the sky. Next, travel to Kununurra and check into your accommodation. Stay: Kununurra, Kimberley Grande Resort (B/L)
You may wish to enjoy today at leisure in Kununurra, or you can take an optional cruise of the Ord River.
Later, transfer to El Questro Wilderness Park. Stay Two Nights: El Questro Station (shared facilities) (B/D)
Set off on a walk to Emma Gorge today. A spectacular oasis awaits, where you can take a refreshing dip beneath the gorge's tumbling waterfall while shaded by its towering cliffs. You can also choose to take a Chamberlain Gorge cruise. (B)
Get back on the Gibb River Road before turning off and travelling towards the isolated Mitchell Plateau, stopping en route at Drysdale River Station for lunch.
Later, enter a remote world of Livistona palm forests, beautiful lookouts, magnificent waterfalls and isolated swimming holes. Stay Two Nights: Mitchell Falls Wilderness Lodge (B/L/D)
Walk throughout the Mitchell Plateau today to experience the power and beauty of its waterfalls and marvel at its collection of Indigenous rock art. Begin with a guided hike to Little Mertens Falls to view rarely seen rock art before continuing to the impressive Big Mertens Falls.
Next up is the tiered Mitchell Falls, where you can cool down with a swim in the refreshing natural pools above the falls. Alternatively, you can choose to take an optional helicopter flight. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art created by the Wunambal people.
Visit picturesque Manning Creek and enjoy lunch in the shade of the region's impressive boab trees before taking a refreshing dip in the pristine water. Continue to Galvans Gorge for a short walk to a natural waterhole for another relaxing swim before heading to your new wilderness lodge. Stay: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge (B/L/D)
Get back on the Gibb River Road on the way to Bell Gorge, where cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. You might like to cool off with a dip at the top of the falls.
Following your Bell Gorge adventure, journey to Derby for your final stay. Stay: Spinifex Hotel, Derby (B/L/D)
Visit the Boab Prison Tree today. Measuring 14 metres wide and estimated to be more than 1,500 years old, the significant tree was once used by early police patrols as a standing point for prisoners.
Later, return to Broome and transfer to your premium expedition ship, Heritage Adventurer, your home for the next nine nights. Get to know your fellow travellers at a relaxed dinner on board this evening. Stay Nine Nights: Heritage Adventurer (B/D)
Today you'll set out on a Zodiac for a guided tour of the spectacular Lacepede Islands. A certified Important Bird Area for an abundance of marine birds and Western Australia's most important Green Turtle breeding habitat, the quartet of islands are havens for a variety of wildlife and a joy to explore.
Later, your ship cruises to the Buccaneer Archipelago, a beautiful cluster of more than 800 islands home to a broad range of unique wildlife. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Enjoy viewing the incredible Horizontal Falls aboard a Zodiac in Talbot Bay, subject to tidal conditions. Forged by the bay's impressive 12-metre tides as the water squeezes through a narrow gap between gorge walls, the powerful currents are a sight to behold.
Insider Experience: Soak in the amazing scenes aboard a Zodiac as Montgomery Reef dramatically rises out of the ocean as a result of the region's strong tides. Cruise through narrow channels between the world's largest inshore reef as you admire the spectacle and the incredible wildlife exposed by the cascading water. Be guided by a local Indigenous guide through an incredible millennia-old Wandjina rock art site at Freshwater Cove.
Arriving in Prince Frederick Harbour today and explore its lush mangrove ecosystems surrounded by impressive red sandstone cliffs. The harbour fosters an array of wildlife including saltwater crocodiles, mudskippers, kingfishers and white-bellied sea eagles. Next, reboard a Zodiac to discover the wonders of the Hunter River and the picturesque Naturalist Island. If you'd like to soar high above the Kimberley's incredible landscapes, you can board a helicopter flight for a birds-eye view of the tiered Mitchell Falls (additional expense). (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: See incredible galleries of ancient Wandjina rock art today in the many caves of Bigge Island. Some of the artworks are thought to have been repainted annually by the Wunambal people for up to 5,000 years, while there are also others offering remarkable depictions of European tall ships dating to the 15th century.
Arrive at Ashmore Reef Marine Park today and savour a Zodiac tour of the seabird haven, where up to 100,000 birds breed each year. 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 including 255 species of reef building coral, the greatest number of any reef on the Western Australian coast. (B/L/D)
Explore beautiful Vansittart Bay today, landing and experiencing its greatest sights. Venture out across the salt flats to see the US Air Force C-53 plane which famously crash landed here during World War II in 1942. (B/L/D)
Insider Experience: Be guided by a local Indigenous guide through an incredible millennia-old Wandjina rock art site at Freshwater Cove.
Arrive in Darwin this morning, where your tour ends after breakfast with a transfer to the airport. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Admire ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art at the Mitchell Plateau
- Hike to the tiered Mitchell Falls and cool down with a swim in the refreshing natural pools above the falls
- Enjoy dining under the stars in a charming outback setting at your wilderness lodges
- Explore Montgomery Reef on a Zodiac expedition as the reef rises from the ocean
- 11 nights premium accommodation and nine nights aboard the Heritage Adventurer with Zodiac excursions
- The services of an expert Travelmarvel Driver Guide, Cruise Director and Expedition Team
- Prices include airport transfers
- 55 meals – 21 breakfasts, 16 lunches, 18 Dinners
- Beer, wine and soft drinks included with lunch and dinner aboard your cruise
- Itinerary, hotels and inclusions are subject to change
- Prices are land only. Flights not included (unless specified)
- Passports are mandatory on all Kimberley coast cruises
- The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such, Travelmarvel cannot guarantee the tour will operate unaltered from the itinerary stated above. Please refer to our terms and conditions.
Deck Plans
Cabins
Oceanview
Main Deck Stateroom
The Main Deck Stateroom offers 22 square metres of comfortable living space, featuring two porthole windows and a lounge area with a desk. The ensuite bathroom includes a walk-in shower and complimentary toiletries such as body wash, shampoo, and conditioner.
Amenities include a TV with internal ship programming, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, a programmable safe, a mini fridge, and a hairdryer. The stateroom is equipped with a round European two-pronged electrical outlet, ensuring a functional and relaxing stay.
Oceanview
Superior Stateroom
The Superior Stateroom provides 22 square metres of space, featuring a large picture window that allows natural light and scenic views. The cabin includes a lounge area with a desk and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and complimentary toiletries such as body wash, shampoo, and conditioner.
Amenities include a TV with internal ship programming, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, a programmable safe, a mini fridge, and a hairdryer. The stateroom is also equipped with a round European two-pronged electrical outlet, offering a comfortable and convenient stay.
Suite
Worsley Suite
The Worsley Suite offers 22 square metres of elegantly designed space, featuring a large picture window that provides natural light and scenic views. The suite includes a sectional lounge area for relaxation and offers the convenience of room service.
Additional amenities include a TV with internal ship programming, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, a programmable safe, a mini fridge, and a hairdryer. Complimentary toiletries such as body wash, shampoo, and conditioner are provided, and the suite is equipped with a round European two-pronged electrical outlet for added convenience.
Suite
Heritage Suite
The Heritage Suite offers a spacious 44 square metres of luxurious living, featuring a large picture window that provides natural light and stunning views. The suite includes a sectional lounge area for added comfort and the convenience of room service.
Amenities include a TV with internal ship programming, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, a programmable safe, a mini fridge, and a hairdryer. Complimentary toiletries such as body wash, shampoo, and conditioner are provided, and the suite is equipped with a round European two-pronged electrical outlet for convenience and functionality.
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