destination
australia
The Kimberley - Cruising to the Australian Outback
trip specifics
price
2012Coral Princess
|
Category |
Price |
|
Cabin |
$6990 |
|
Stateroom |
$7990 |
|
Upper Deck Stateroom |
$8390 |
|
Deluxe Stateroom |
$8690 |
|
Solo Cabin |
$10485 |
|
Solo Stateroom |
$11985 |
Oceanic Discoverer
|
Category |
Double |
Single |
|
Main Deck B |
$8690 |
$13035 |
|
Main Deck A |
$8990 |
$13485 |
|
Promenade B |
$9390 |
$14085 |
|
Promenade A |
$9690 |
$14535 |
|
Bridge Deck |
$10190 |
n/a |
Prices listed per person double occupancy
Prices are in Australian Dollars (AUD)
For currency exchange see trip notes duration
11 daystrip dates
Apr 06 - Apr 16, 2012 †Apr 13 - Apr 23, 2012 * †
Apr 16 - Apr 26, 2012
Apr 23 - May 03, 2012 *
Apr 27 - May 07, 2012 †
May 04 - May 14, 2012 * †
May 07 - May 17, 2012
May 14 - May 24, 2012 *
May 18 - May 28, 2012 †
May 25 - Jun 04, 2012 * †
Jun 04 - Jun 14, 2012 *
Jun 15 - Jun 25, 2012 * †
Jun 25 - Jul 05, 2012 *
Jun 29 - Jul 09, 2012 †
Jul 06 - Jul 16, 2012 * †
Jul 16 - Jul 26, 2012 *
Jul 20 - Jul 30, 2012 †
Jul 27 - Aug 06, 2012 * †
Aug 06 - Aug 16, 2012 *
Aug 10 - Aug 20, 2012 †
Aug 17 - Aug 27, 2012 * †
Aug 20 - Aug 30, 2012
Aug 27 - Sep 06, 2012 *
Aug 31 - Sep 10, 2012 †
Sep 07 - Sep 17, 2012 * †
Sep 10 - Sep 20, 2012
Sep 17 - Sep 27, 2012 *
Sep 21 - Oct 01, 2012 †
Oct 01 - Oct 11, 2012
* Oceanic Discoverer
† Reverse Itinerary
trip level
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highlights
BroomeLacepede Islands
Crocodile Creek
Horizontal Falls
Montgomery Reef
King Cascades
Camp Creek
Careening Bay
Prince Frederick Harbor
Bigge Island
Vansittart Bay
King George Falls
Tranquil Bay
accomm types
Small Ship
special offer
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Aboard the custom-made Coral Princess, you can rest assured that you will be receiving the best service while experiencing the wonderful remote access a ship this size can permit. Commissioned in July 1988, the ship is 35 meters in length and accommodates just 50 guests. Experienced, highly informative Expedition Leaders and Guest Lecturers will supervise the expedition itinerary maximizing the experiences offered on our shore excursions. Sensitive arrangements are also made allowing guests to absorb the cultural remnants of one of the world's most ancient people, the Australian Aborigine.
A specially designed excursion vessel allows you to explore the gorges of the Mitchell, King George, Prince Regent and Hunter Rivers. For the more adventurous, optional helicopter flights to the Mitchell Plateau are also available. The abundance of bird life and native wildlife including the salt-water crocodile make every moment of the expedition unique. The hundreds of islands in The Buccaneer Archipelago, the tidal phenomena at Montgomery Reef and the extraordinary horizontal waterfalls near Talbot Bay ...The Kimberley has it all.
Day 1 - Embark, Broome
4:30pm Board Coral Princess for a 6:00pm departure. This evening meet your fellow travelers and friendly crew at the Captain's Welcome Cocktail Party. Enjoy cocktails as you depart Broome and cruise north towards Cape Leveque.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: dinner
Day 2 - Lacepede Islands
Today, cruise through Pender Bay and visit the Lacepede Islands. These islands are situated well off shore and are known for the turtle nestings and booby and frigate bird colonies.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3 - Crocodile Creek and Horizontal Falls
This morning travel ashore aboard Explorer, our specially designed excursion vessel. Visit Crocodile Creek where there is time to explore and enjoy a cooling dip in the fresh water pools. At Talbot Bay, the region’s 12 meter tides create an amazing spectacle, the unique Horizontal Falls. Board the inflatable zodiacs for an exhilarating, up-close view of this natural phenomenon.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4 - Montgomery Reef and Aboriginal Art
Cruise through the Buccaneer Archipelago, home to over 800 islands, before arriving at Montgomery Reef. See the reef ‘rise’ out of the ocean as the tide ebbs, before joining a reef walk and marine life study. Later, travel ashore at Raft Point and visit a secluded and very interesting aboriginal rock art gallery. With our lecturer, view Wandjina art and the mysterious Bradshaw Paintings (Gwion), thought to be the world’s oldest indigenous art, dating back over 20 000 years. Enjoy time to discover one of the bay’s many uninhabited islands and enjoy a cooling dip in the freshwater pools.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5 - King Cascades and Camp Creek
Cruise the mighty Prince Regent River aboard Explorer to breathtaking King Cascades, an unusual and picturesque waterfall cascading over terraced rock formations. Enjoy a picnic lunch at beautiful Camp Creek, where there is time for a leisurely. The more adventurous may wish to join a nature walk, keeping an eye out for native Kimberley birdlife.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 6 - Careening Bay
Careening Bay was named by Phillip Parker King after his ship, ‘HMC Mermaid’, was careened during his first voyage of discovery in the Kimberley. Our lecturers lead us to the site of a large boab tree baring the inscription ‘HMC Mermaid – 1820’, still clearly visible almost 200 years later. This afternoon we cruise through Kuri Bay, home of the south sea pearl industry.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 7 - Prince Frederick Harbor and Beach BBQ
Cruising into Prince Frederick Harbor we anchor at Naturalist Island. Helicopters are available for optional scenic flights over the Mitchell Plateau for close up views of the mighty four-tiered Mitchell Falls. This evening, enjoy a spectacular Indian Ocean sunset as we indulge in a gourmet Aussie Beach BBQ.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 8 - Bigge Island and Low Rocks
Discover rarely seen Aboriginal art on Bigge Island. Our lecturer will be on hand to interpret this amazing rock art gallery which dates back thousands of years. Later, visit the sea bird rookeries on Low Rocks.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 9 - Vansittart Bay
Enjoy a full day to explore beautiful Vansittart Bay and its many islands and secluded coves.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 10 - King George Falls and Tranquil Bay
Today will be spent exploring the mighty King George River. Aboard Explorer, discover scenic gorges, and in the inflatable zodiacs cruise close to the base of magnificent King George Falls - the tallest waterfalls in Western Australia towering some 80 meters above the river below. Later, visit Tranquil Bay for beach walking and exploration. This evening say farewell to new-found friends as we enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Cocktail Party.
Accommodations: Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer
Included Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 11 - Disembark - Darwin
Our unforgettable cruise along the Kimberley coast concludes in Darwin this morning after an early breakfast; disembark at 8:00am.
Accommodations: n/a
Included Meals: breakfast
Reverse Itinerary:
Day 1: Depart Darwin
Day 2: King George River
Day 3: Bigge Island and Aboriginal Art
Day 4: Prince Frederick Harbor
Day 5: Careening Bay
Day 6: Prince Regent River and King Cascades
Day 7: Kuri Bay and Raft Point
Day 8: Montgomery Reef and Horizontal Falls
Day 9: King Sound and Crocodile Creek
Day 10: Lacepede Islands
Day 11: Depart in Broome
Notes on Itinerary: This itinerary is an indication of the reef, islands and coastal areas we visit. While every effort will be made to follow this itinerary we do reserve the right to vary this itinerary to make allowances for weather and tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.
Currency Exchange: Prices for the Kimberley Cruise aboard the Coral Princess or Oceanic Discoverer are in Australian Dollars. For today's exchange rate visit USD to AUD. We will accept payment in U.S. Dollars based on the exchange rate the day you make your payment.
Cost Includes: Included in your cruise fare are accommodations as booked, cruise transportation, all meals onboard, 24-hour room service, entertainment and educational programs, use of all of our onboard facilities, including our comprehensive range of library and video resources, use of snorkeling equipment such as masks, fins, flotation vests and wetsuits plus a free scuba skills lesson.
Not Included: Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges, plus a Government Environmental Management charge of $16.50 per person - payable on board.
Children Minimum age 8 years old; however we do not recommend children under 12 years of age participate given the nature of these programs.
Deposit and Final Payment: To secure your reservation a deposit of 10% of the fare is due within 7 days of placing your booking. Final Payment is due 60 days prior to departure.
Cancellation Policy:
Notification of cancellation must be received in writing. At the time we receive your cancellation the following penalties will apply:
Up to 60 days prior to departure - forfeit your deposit of 10% of the fare.
30 to 59 days prior to departure - forfeit 50% of the fare.
1 to 29 days prior to departure - forfeit 100% of the fare.
A $200.00 per person fee may be charged by Coral Princess Cruises for any amendments not requiring a date change after booking is confirmed.
Travel Insurance: We highly recommend our travelers protect their investment with Travel Insurance. Please note that you must purchase your Travel Insurance policy within 14 days of booking your trip for it to cover pre-existing medical conditions.
Arrival/Departure Information: The Kimberley 11 day cruise begins in and ends in either Darwin or Broome. Embarkation time is 4:30pm on day of departure. Disembarkation is after breakfast on final day at 8:00am. Please schedule flights accordingly.
Qualifications: This trip will be enjoyed by anyone who is in good health and leads an active life. Any medical condition, advanced pregnancy or disability must be advised to AdventureSmith Explorations when a request for accommodation is made. Guests should be sure to bring onboard sufficient supplies of any prescription medication they may require.
General Information: This trip is subject to AdventureSmith Explorations Terms & Conditions:. Please read this information carefully and call us if you have any questions. A packing list, extensive pre-departure and travel insurance information is sent upon confirmation. We strongly recommend the purchase of Trip Insurance through AdventureSmith Explorations. If purchased within 14 days of sign-up, the pre-existing condition exclusion is waived.
We look forward to having you join us for the trip of a lifetime! Call today.
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