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KIMBERLEY EXPEDITION CRUISES

Welcome to the otherworldly Kimberley. Tucked along the northwestern corner of Australia, the Kimberley is one of the world’s last wild frontiers, from rugged sandstone peaks and gushing waterfalls, to desert expanses, sunken mangrove forests, and everything in between. Cruise through Montgomery Reef as the tides rush out, leaving sea turtles dotting their heads in its midst. Search for a lustrous, masterfully cultivated pearl on a local pearl farm. Splash through the spray of King George Falls, or take to the skies in an amphibious Mallard aircraft to watch tawny sharks swim below. Better yet, engage with the original land-owning communities and their cultural rites, including guided showings of the unique Gwion Gwion artwork they have curated for centuries.

Crystal-clear waters and gleaming pearls aside, our Kimberely expeditions stand out to guests who want to travel Australia, but also desire to expedition off the beaten path. Whether you are a well-seasoned traveler, wildlife enthusiast, natural history buff, or are simply seeking a new adventure in one of the most pristine places on Earth, experience this unique corner of the world with Seabourn.

Seabourn announce Traditional Owners, Wunambal Gaambera, as Godparents of Seabourn Pursuit

We are thrilled to announce the Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners as godparents of Seabourn Pursuit, our newest ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ship. The naming of Wunambal Gaambera Traditional Owners serves as a symbolic gesture of stewardship and responsibility toward the environment and the communities that we visit, as well as our commitment to sustainable tourism.

The Kimberley Expedition Port Highlights

Included Expedition Experience

King George Falls

Prepare for the highlight of your trip, cruising with our Expedition Team on a Zodiac® to explore the highest twin waterfalls in Western Australia. They will skillfully maneuver the canyon that the river carved nearly 2 billion years ago, flanked by mesmerizing sandstone cliffs, to the thundering 250-foot falls that will plunge into the waters in front of you.

This stop is full of beautiful, secluded beaches and tiny islands to explore. The real draw, though, is seeing the Gwion Gwion or Bradshaw rock art galleries that cover walls and caves in the area. Take a Zodiac® ride to Jar Island to see some of the oldest art in the world. Your Expedition Team will give you an interpretation of the drawings and a look at the fascinating history that accompanies them.

Montgomery Reef

Contemplate the raw transformation of the world’s largest inshore reef as you witness it appear and dip beneath the surface in some of the biggest tidal changes on Earth. As you explore one of the ‘greatest natural wonders of the world’, you’ll search for incredible marine wildlife in their natural habitat from your Zodiac® – dolphins, octopuses, fish, reef sharks, turtles, sea snakes and more.

Talbot Bay Horizontal Waterfalls

Expect the unexpected amongst the spectacular rock formations and lush mangroves. Most waterfalls cascade vertically, but here tides push intense currents between narrow gorges to create a horizontal effect.

Featured Included Shore Excursions

Kuri bay pearl farm, traditional face painting ceremony, seabourn's kimberley expeditions.

APT LE LAPEROUSE CRUISE
APT LE JACQUES CARTIER CRUISE
APT SEABOURN PURSUIT CRUISE
CORAL ADVENTURER
CORAL DISCOVERER
CORAL GEOGRAPHER
CORAL PRINCESS
CROWN PRINCESS
DIVERSITY II
DIVERSITY III
ECO ABROLHOS
GREAT ESCAPE
HERITAGE ADVENTURER NEW!
KIMBERLEY PEARL
KIMBERLEY QUEST II
KIMBERLEY XPLORER
LE JACQUES CARTIER NEW!
LE LAPEROUSE
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ORION NEW!!!
OCEAN DREAM
PACIFIC EXPLORER
PASPALEY PEARL COMING SOON!!!
QUEEN ELIZABETH
REEF PRINCE
SEABOURN PURSUIT NEW!!!
SCENIC ECLIPSE II NEW!!!
SILVER CLOUD
TRUE NORTH II
RAIL & SAIL PACKAGES
GHAN 2025 PRICES
THE GHAN HOLIDAY PACKAGES NEW!
INDIAN PACIFIC
INDIAN PACIFIC 2025 PRICES
INDIAN PACIFIC HOLIDAY PACKAGES NEW!
GREAT SOUTHERN
GREAT SOUTHERN HOLIDAY PACKAGES NEW!
SENIOR PENSIONER DISCOUNTS
RAIL JOURNEYS BROCHURES
BROOME COASTAL & CULTURAL TOUR
BUNGLE BUNGLE COMPLETE
ESSENCE OF THE KIMBERLEY
KIMBERLEY COMPLETE TOUR
KIMBERLEY COMPLETE & LAKE ARGYLE
KIMBERLEY & TOP END TOURS
AYERS ROCK TO ALICE SPRINGS TRANSFER
ALICE SPRINGS TO AYERS ROCK TRANSFER
AYERS ROCK TO KINGS CANYON TRANSFER
KINGS CANYON TO AYERS ROCK TRANSFER
KINGS CANYON RESORT TO ALICE TRANSFER
BEST OF ALICE SPRINGS
KINGS CANYON & OUTBACK PANORAMAS
ULURU SUNRISE & KATA TJUTA
BROOME TOWN SCENIC TOUR
APT KIMBERLEY COMPLETE TOUR
APT KIMBERLEY AND TOP END TOUR
APT ESSENCE OF THE KIMBERLEY CRUISE
BROOME TO DARWIN LUXURY KIMBERLEY CRUISE
BROOME ABORIGINAL TOUR
BROOME TOWN TOURS
BROOME – FOOD & DRINKS TOURS
BROOME – 3 in 1 TOURS
BROOME WHALE WATCHING
CROCODILE PARK
DAY CRUISE ex BROOME
FLAVOURS OF BROOME
HORIZONTAL FALLS SEAPLANE ADVENTURES
MATSOS BREWERY
KIMBERLEY CAMPING TOURS NEW!!!
MITCHELL FALLS EXPLORER TOUR
ROEBUCK BAY TOURS
ROMANTIC HELICOPTER FLIGHT
ROWLEY SHOALS FISHING
SEAFOOD TOUR
ORCAELLA BROOME SNUBFIN DOLPHIN TOUR
BROOME SNUBFIN DOLPHIN TOUR ON CONTESSA C
WILLIE CREEK PEARL FARM
APT -BUNGLE BUNGLES
AVIAIR ADVENTURER
BROOME TO BUNGLES 4WD TOUR
BUNGLE BUNGLE DAY TOUR
BUNGLE BUNGLE AIR ADVENTURE
BUNGLE BUNGLE STAYOVER
BUNGLE BUNGLE & LAKE ARGYLE – SEAPLANE
BLUE TEAM CAMELS
RED SUN CAMELS
YELLOW TEAM CAMELS
GIANT TIDES
GORGEOUS GORGES
INCREDIBLE ISLANDS
HORIZONTAL FALLS AND CYGNET BAY OVERNIGHT PACKAGE
CYGNET BAY EXPLORER FLIGHT
CYGNET BAY – DAY CRUISE NEW
CYGNET BAY SAFARI
CYGNET BAY PEARL FARM TOUR
CYGNET BAY ADVENTURE SAFARI
CYGNET BAY TO HORIZONTAL FALLS SEAPLANE
CYGNET BAY OVERNIGHT HORIZONTAL FALLS CRUISE
CYGNET BAY FLIGHT & BOAT
DAMPIER PENINSULA & ABORIGINAL COMMUNITIES
DARWIN TO BROOME LUXURY KIMBERLEY CRUISE
DARWIN DINNER CRUISE
DARWIN – FISHING
DARWIN SHORT BREAKS
GAZE AND GRAZE SUNSET CRUISE
DARWIN – SHORT BREAKS
GOURMET WALKING FOOD TOURS
HISTORY WARTIME TOURS
TIWI ISLAND ABORIGINAL TOUR
DINOSAUR ADVENTURE CRUISE
PREHISTORIC CRUISE
GREAT ESCAPE 5 DAYS FISHING TOUR
BROOME DAY FISHING
BROOME HALF DAY
DARWIN – FISHING CHARTERS
HELIFISHING
MUD CRABBING
ROWLEY SHOALS
HORIZONTAL FALLS AND CYGNET BAY OVERNIGHT PACKAGE NEW
BUCCANEER EXPLORER
WILDERNESS SAFARI
DAY CRUISES – HORIZONTAL FALLS
FLY BROOME HORIZONTAL
HORIZONTAL DISCOVERER
HORIZONTAL FALLS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
HELICOPTER SCENIC FLIGHT
SUNDAY ISLANDS TOUR
KAKADU TOURS
KIMBERLEY DAY CRUISE New!
2 NIGHT GETAWAY
4 NIGHT GETAWAY
APT BUNGLE BUNGLE EXPLORER TOUR
APT BUNGLE BUNGLE COMPLETE TOUR
APT KIMBERLEY EXPRESS TOUR
GREAT ESCAPE FISHING TOUR
KIMBERLEY QUEST SHORT KIMBERLEY CRUISE
DIVERSITY II KIMBERLEY SHORT CRUISE
APT – BUNGLE BUNGLES
ORD RIVER LUNCH CRUISE (J2)
ORD RIVER SUNSET CRUISE (J3)
BEST OF LAKE ARGYLE – ex KUNUNURRA
BEST OF LAKE ARGYLE – ex LAKE ARGYLE
LAKE ARGYLE SEAPLANE SUNSET DRINKS TOUR
LAKE ARGYLE SUNSET CRUISE – Ex KUNUNURRA
LAKE ARGYLE SUNSET CRUISE – Ex LAKE ARGYLE
LAKE ARGYLE MORNING CRUISE
BUNGLE BUNGLE & LAKE ARGYLE ISLAND TOUR
LITCHFIELD PARK WATERFALL TOUR
CUNARD LUXURY KIMBERLEY
HERITAGE EXPEDITIONS KIMBERLEY CRUISES
PONANT NORTHERN KIMBERLEY
PONANT SOLAR ECLIPSE 2023
PONANT SOUTHERN KIMBERLEY
PONANT BROOME TO DARWIN LUXURY KIMBERLEY CRUISE
PONANT DARWIN TO BROOME LUXURY KIMBERLEY CRUISE
SCENIC BROOME TO DARWIN KIMBERLEY
SCENIC DARWIN TO BROOME KIMBERLEY
SEABOURN KIMBERLEY BROOME TO DARWIN
SEABOURN KIMBERLEY CRUISE DARWIN TO BROOME
SILVERSEA DARWIN TO BROOME
SILVERSEA BROOME TO DARWIN
MITCHELL FALLS COASTAL ADVENTURE
MITCHELL FALLS DISCOVERER
MITCHELL FALLS HIKE ADVENTURE
MITCHELL FALLS SCENIC ex BROOME
MITCHELL FALLS ULTIMATE
MONTGOMERY REEF & HORIZONTALFALLS
MUD-CRABBING
ORD RIVER WITH LUNCH (J2)
ORD RIVER DISCOVERER – SUNSET (J3)
ORD RIVER EXPLORER – SUNSET (J4)
OUTBACK SPIRIT TOURS
PASPALEY PEARL FARM TOUR
WILLIE CREEK PARL FARM
BROOME ECO CRUISE
ROEBUCK BAY CRUISE
SCENIC AND PREHISTORIC CRUISE
WWII PLANE WRECK TOUR
CYGNET BAY TO HORIZONTAL FALLS SEAPLANE TOUR
HALF DAY – EX BROOME
FULL DAY TOUR – Ex BROOME
HALF DAY – Ex DERBY
LUXURY 24 HOUR STAY – EX DERBY
OVERNIGHT TOUR – EX DERBY
1000 ISLANDS TOUR – EX BROOME
APT – BUNGLE BUNGLE
BUNGLE BUNGLE AEROPLANE & HELICOPTER
BUNGLE BUNGLE EXPLORER TOUR
BUNGLE ADVENTURER
BUNGLE BUNGLE ADVENTURER TOUR + HELICOPTER
BUNGLE BUNGLE (2HR)
BUNGLE BUNGLE & LAKE ARGYLE
BUNGLE BUNGLE SAFARI ADVENTURE OVERNIGHT TOUR
BUNGLE OVERNIGHT STAY
BUNGLE BUNGLE ADVENTURER WITH HELICOPTER
BUNGLE BUNGLE AND LAKE ARGYLE
BUNGLE BUNGLE AND ORD RIVER
BUNGLE BUNGLE ADVENTURE SAFARI TOUR
MITCHELL FALLS SCENIC FLIGHT
MITCHELL FALLS FLIGHT ex BROOME
BUCCANEER ARCHIPELAGO
DAY CRUISE – HORIZONTAL FALLS
DAY BOAT TOUR – ex CYGNET BAY New!
FLY HORIZONTAL
INCREDIBLE ISLAND FLIGHT
HORIZONTAL FALLS DISCOVERER
HORIZONTAL FALLS HIGHLIGHTS
KIMBERLEY DAY CRUISE
SEAPLANE ADVENTURE (FULL & HALF DAY)
SUNDAY ISLAND TOUR
HELICOPTER HORIZONTAL FALLS HIGHLIGHTS TOUR
HELICOPTER HORIZONTAL FALLS DISCOVERER TOUR
HELICOPTER PEARL FARM TOUR
MITCHELL FALLS HIKE & HELI ADVENTURE
MONTGOMERY REEF TOURS
ROMANTIC HELICOPTER PICNIC
KING GEORGE FALLS ADVENTURE
STAIRCASE TO THE MOON
BALLENA – SUNSET SAIL CRUISE
DINNER CRUISE – BROOME SUNSET
ORCAELLA – SUNSET CRUISE
PEARL LUGGER CRUISE
WHALE WATCHING SUNSET
TOP END TOURS
KATA TIJUTA SUNSET
KINGS CANYON & PANORAMAS
ULURU SUNSET & SITES
ULURU SUNSET BBQ TOUR
ULURU SUNRISE & FIELD OF LIGHTS
BALLENA SUNSET SAIL
MORNING WHALE WATCH TOUR
AFTERNOON WHALE WATCH TOUR
BROOME TO BUNGLES TOUR
KIMBERLEY FAMILY SAFARI
SAL SALIS DELUXE CAMPING
WHITSUNDAY ISLANDS
CORAL EXPEDITIONS DEALS
DIVERSITY CHARTERS DEALS
KIMBERLEY SPECIAL OFFERS NEW!
PONANT CRUISE DEALS
SEABOURN CRUISE DEALS
SCENIC KIMBERLEY CRUISES
SOLO TRAVELLER DEALS
15 DAY KIMBERLEY CAMPING TOUR
12 DAY KIMBERLEY CAMPING TOUR
8 DAY KIMBERLEY CAMPING TOUR
GIFT VOUCHERS
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LUXURY KIMBERLEY CRUISES 2024

Bluesun travel is thrilled to announce the launch of its luxury kimberley cruises 2024 dates. ponant luxury expeditions are now available for bookings through bluesun travel with a 30% off discount. so be the first to book a cruise. cabins will sell out fast, sail the kimberley coast with ponant ships - darwin to broome.

Get ready for our Luxury Kimberley Cruises 2024 deals.

The Kimberley is home to untamed landscapes, a rich Aboriginal history and culture, breath-taking tidal phenomena, and unique wildlife from humpback whales to crocodiles - the Kimberley is Australia’s true expedition playground. If you have been contemplating exploring closer to home, now is the time to secure this bucket list Australian adventure on board one of our award-winning luxury expeditions. With 22 departures available in 2024, don’t delay to take advantage of bonus savings of up to 30% off the brochure fare!*

The Kimberley Cruises 2024 can be found by clicking on the images below for each rail journey and destination. These rail journeys cover:

Darwin to Broome
Broome to Darwin

To learn more about our Luxury Kimberley Cruises 2024 , or any of our amzing rail journeys, call our fabulous Kimberley reservations team on 1300 799 758 .

We are available 7 days a week!

* 30% discount is based on the Ponant Bonus offer. Ponant Bonus is yield managed and may change at any time without notice.

LE JAQUES CARTIER KIMBERLEY CRUISES

We've selected the best ones for you, iconic kimberley - northbound, broome to darwin.

11 DAYS | 10 NIGHTS

ABOARD LE LAPÉROUSE OR LE JACQUES-CARTIER

Join a highly qualified Ponant local expedition team.
Enjoy regular zodiac outings & shore visits to get close to Kimberley nature.
Discover billions of years-old landscapes & ancient rock art.
Listen to stories of the dreamtime from the oldest continuous culture on the planet.
Explore pristine mangrove environments, home to the world’s largest living reptile, the saltwater crocodile.
Possibility to reach the Mitchell Falls by helicopter, from Hunter River.
Witness unique tidal phenomena such as the Horizontal Falls.

ICONIC KIMBERLEY - SOUTH BOUND

Darwin to broome.

ABOARD LE LAPÉROUSE OR LE JACQUES-CARTIER

Join Ponant highly qualified local expedition team.
Explore pristine mangrove environments, home to the world’s largest living reptile.
In Ashmore Reef, the opportunity to enjoy a zodiac cruise to view the abundant birdlife and marine life as well as swimming and snorkelling in the clear tropical waters.

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Kimberley & Top End Ocean Cruises

See the country’s oldest and most pristine landscapes in the Kimberley with magnificent waterfalls, spectacular reefs, deep canyons, and ample wildlife.

Destinations
Kimberley & Top End
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Delve into the remarkable landscapes in ultra-luxury.

Windjana rock art, The Kimberley, Australia

Scenic helicopter flying over Mitchell Falls, Kimberley

Grand Panorama Suite, The Kimberley, Australia

Scenic helicopter flying over Prince Frederick Harbour, WA

Buccaneer Archipelago, The Kimberley, Australia

Discover the Kimberley

Unrivalled Discovery
Helicopter Excursions

Helicopter Excursion Locations

Why choose Scenic Eclipse?

Scenic Eclipse II has been designed to be the ultimate 6-star ultra-luxury cruise experience of a lifetime for only up to 228 guests. From natural to cultural, ancient monuments to sparkling cities, a Scenic Eclipse Discovery Voyage will inspire and excite you.

Unrivalled Viewing & Relaxation

Scenic Eclipse II has an abundance of space, providing a relaxing vantage point to spot incredible landmarks and wildlife, ensuring you make the most of every moment. Indulge in the expansive 550sqm Senses Spa#, rejuvenate in the yoga and Pilates studio, and visit the Sky Deck & Bar which includes a vitality pool, cabanas, and relaxed seating.

Personalised Experiences & Expert Guides

Scenic Eclipse II voyages are truly all-inclusive with curated Scenic Freechoice and Discovery excursions which are designed to cater to all interests and fitness levels. A Discovery Team of up to 15 experts, along with local guides, will provide deep insights and safely guide you throughout your journey. In the Kimberley, the team will be led by Mike Cusack, an award-winning wilderness expert with a passion for Australia’s Northwest who has been guiding for more than three decades and has extensive experience in the region.

Two Helicopters

Take to the skies in one of our two on board helicopters^ for the ultimate vantage point. Choose to add the ultimate excursion onto your ultra-luxury Scenic Eclipse experience with flightseeing or remote landings in the Airbus H130-T2 helicopters^. The quietest aircraft in the skies, you’ll enjoy air-conditioned interiors, Bose® noise cancelling headsets equipped with voice activation, and expansive visibility from every seat with large windows and wrap-around windscreen.

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Helicopter landing on Scenic Eclipse cruise ship

World-Class Design & Technology

Designed with an unwavering commitment to safety and excellence, ensuring the highest international safety standards. Scenic Eclipse II features include a GPS Dynamic Positioning System which enables the ship to main location without dropping anchor on sensitive seabeds. Whilst its extended stabilisers, forward bow thrusters and an electronic Azipod propulsion system enable safe and comfortable navigation.

Hand controlling operating system on Scenic Eclipse

6-Star Ultra-Luxury

Watch the world go by from your private verandah suite in 6-star ultra-luxury. Personalised butler service is included with every suite, along with a close to 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio. Take a culinary journey at up to 10 included dining experiences and the eight bars and lounges.

To learn more about the Discovery Yacht experience as well as the many dining venues, health and wellbeing spacious and entertainment options.

Jason Flesher – the Director of Discovery Operation, Scenic Eclipse

Featured Itineraries

Uncover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wilderness

The treasures of Kimberley’s ancient shores

Australian Odyssey: Western Australia & The Abrolhos Islands

West Australian Coastal Odyssey

Discover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wilderness

An Ancient Wilderness Wonderland

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Australia Kimberley Cruise 2025

Explore australia's kimberley coast.

Experience nature on an unfathomable scale in Australia’s Kimberley Coast on an unforgettable adventure with pioneering expedition cruise company, Heritage Expeditions.

Kimberley’s remote location and small populace offer travellers a hidden haven and immersion into nature on a massive scale while learning about Aboriginal culture, the link to Australia’s ancient past. Explore a treasure trove of towering, iron-tinged red cliffs, torrential waterfalls, hidden coves, rare and endangered wildlife, white-sand beaches and magnificent reefs. Visit Aboriginal rock art galleries and discover indigenous customs and connections to this ancient land and rich history.

Join us, New Zealand's family-owned and -operated pioneering expedition cruise company, as we explore Australia’s dramatic Kimberley aboard our luxury 140-guest flagship Heritage Adventurer. Purpose-built for adventure and known as the 'Grande Dame of Exploration Cruising' she's perfect for navigating Australia’s intricate coast, islands and harbours and has a full fleet of Zodiacs for excursions to hidden coves, secluded white sand beaches, remote bays and up winding rivers.

SAVE up to 20% when you book by 29 November 2024.*

Video: Introducing Australia's Kimberley Coast

About heritage expeditions, ambassadors for conservation, pioneers of discovery, and leaders in expedition travel to the world’s best-kept secrets..

For 40 years, Heritage Expeditions has pioneered voyages to some of the most wild and biologically rich regions on the planet. Our mission is to increase awareness and conservation of the natural world through responsible expedition travel.

Expert Team

Our team of naturalists, historians, biologists and ornithologists bring an enormous wealth of experience, knowledge and passion to our expeditions, both in the field and onboard our ship during our lecture series.

Our new flagship, the 140-guest Heritage Adventurer , combines the highest passenger ship iceclass rating with an international flair and luxury amenities. Enjoy spacious suites, elegant common areas and cuisine prepared by top chefs.

Introducing: Heritage Adventurer

Heritage Adventurer is a true pioneering expedition vessel of exceptional pedigree. Setting a peerless standard in authentic expedition travel, Heritage Adventurer (formerly known as MS Hanseatic ) brings an impressive history of Polar exploration. Having held records for the most northern and southern Arctic and Antarctic navigations, and for traversing both the Northwest and Northeast Passages, makes Heritage Adventurer perfect for our signature expeditions. Originally designed for 184 guests, Heritage Adventurer now welcomes just 140 expeditioners ensuring spacious, stylish and comfortable voyages, while a fleet of 14 Zodiacs ensures all guests are able to maximise their expedition adventure.

Indulge in an awe-inducing Observation Lounge with library, bar and sweeping 270-degree views, or relax the Oberservation Deck with 360-degree views and comfortable sun loungers. Reinvigorate in the heated salt water pool, well-equipped gym, enclosed hot tub, sauna and steam room. Savor daily international gourmet cuisine from talented chefs across two lavish restaurants, and settle into spacious and well-appointed accommodations each night.

Technical Specs

Year Built: 1991

Shipyard: Rauma, Finland

Classification: Lloyds 1AS, GL E4

Accommodation: 140 guests

Length: 124 metres

Beam: 18 metres

Draft: 4.97 metres

Gross Tonnage: 8,378gt

Engines: 3,940 horsepower (x2)

Maximum Speed: 15 knots

Cruising Speed: 12 knots

Range: 8,600 nautical miles

Zodiacs: 14

Kimberley Explorer: Expedition Cruising Australia's Iconic Kimberley Coast

11 DAYS 27 Jun - 7 Jul 2025 (Darwin - Broome) SAVE 15%* 12 - 22 Aug 2025 (Broome - Darwin) SAVE 15%* 22 Aug - 1 Sep 2025 (Darwin - Broome) SAVE 20%* Aboard Heritage Adventurer

Unforgettable spectacle of King George River Gorge and Falls (male and female Rainbow Serpents or Wunkurr) cascading 80-metres down 2,000 million-year-old towering sandstone cliffs
Outdoor galleries showcasing ancient Aboriginal rock art of the Gwion Gwion and Wandjina people
World War II relics and early explorer history
Massive tidal movements at Talbot Bay, the world's only Horizontal Falls described by David Attenborough as "one of the greatest wonders of the natural world"
World's largest inshore reef system at Montgomery Reef
Remarkably preserved skeleton of a WWII Douglas DC-3 Aircraft at Vansittart Bay
Astounding observations of saltwater crocodiles
Incredible wildlife reserve and birding paradise of the Lacepede Islands
Hunter River, one of the world's largest and most pristine mangrove systems, home to White-bellied Sea Eagle, Osprey, Red-headed Honeyeater, Blue-spotted Mudskippers, Fiddler Crabs and more
Untouched beauty of the 1,000 tiny islands, islets, waterfalls and secluded beaches of Buccaneer Archipelago
Stunning scenery of beautiful islands, pristine white beaches, turquoise waters, secluded coves at Vansittart Bay historical World War II history and ancient Aboriginal rock art.

*T&Cs apply, new bookings only, cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer, 2025 departures only when booked by 29 November 2024.

Get the Brochure

For all voyages, exact landings depend on weather and ice conditions and wildlife sightings can never be guaranteed; however, our 40+ years of experience in operating expeditions mean that we are well equipped to make the most of the conditions at the time. Past trip logs and species lists are available for all expeditions.

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Select your voyage(s) to receive the e-brochure, heritage expeditions.

Spanning two hemispheres — Antarctica’s Ross Sea and the Subantarctic Islands , New Zealand , Australia's Kimberley coast , Vanuatu , Solomon Islands , Papua New Guinea , Indonesia , Philippines , South Korea and Japan — we journey to UNESCO World Heritage sites, pristine nature reserves, and far-flung indigenous communities steeped in tradition.

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Kimberley Luxury Cruises

There are many places on the map that are described as remote. Or timeless. Or “off the beaten track”. Or an “adventure of a lifetime”. But while many times you might come across the road more travelled, Australia’s Kimberley really is the whole package. Three times the size of England, bigger than Japan, this vast area at the very north of the Western Territory has been topping buckets lists for years. Almost impenetrable, the Kimberley is an explorer’s dream come true; rife with a complex network of gorges, canyons, ridges, cliffs and horizontal falls, not to mention 160-century old rock art and local Aboriginal culture, the Kimberley is both unforgiving and unforgettable. Join us on a Silversea Kimberley luxury cruise and conquer the last remaining traveller’s paradise. Read more about the Kimberley .

DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS

HUNTER RIVER

The Hunter River is home to an immense mangrove system surrounded by soaring red sandstone cliffs. Narrow mangrove channels shelter numerous bird species, mudskippers, fiddler crabs and the infamous saltwater crocodile; the most aggressive crocodile species known to man. Naturalist Island at the mouth of the river has a stunning stretch of sandy beach that makes a perfect landing site for small helicopters that can pick up visitors wishing to explore some of the Kimberley’s vast interior.

KING GEORGE RIVER

The King George Falls is one of the Kimberley’s most magnificent natural wonders. At 80 meters (260 feet), the thundering spectacle of twin cascades are among the highest in Australia. The river weaves through an amazing landscape of near vertical red rock formations and a parade of wildlife — carnivorous saltwater crocodiles and amazing birdlife, including giant raptors and the Brahminy Kite.

Roughly 15,000 people live year-round in Broome perched on the edge of the Kimberley region of Western Australia. The population swells to over 45,000 during the tourist season as people from all over the world are drawn to the natural splendours of the Dampier Peninsula. Broome is surrounded by lush green mangroves and mudflats along Roebuck Bay, but the interior is dry and rugged like much of the Kimberley coast.

Darwin is Australia's most colourful, and exotic, capital city. Surrounded on three sides by the turquoise waters of the Timor Sea, the streets are lined with tropical flowers and trees. Warm and dry in winter, hot and steamy in summer, it's a relaxed and casual place, as well as a beguiling blend of tropical frontier outpost and Outback hardiness. Darwin is a city that has always had to fight for its survival.

MONTGOMERY REEF

Montgomery Reef, which is some 300 square kilometres in size, can show an amazing tidal change of up to 4 metres. When the tide drops, the reef seems to rise out of the water. At low tide a river is exposed that allows access to an amazing semi-submerged world. When the tide continues to ebb, Zodiacs will be used to make the way to the edge of the reef where one is surrounded by cascading waterfalls up to 3 metres high.

ROWLEY SHOALS

Some 300 kilometres northwest of Broome, the Rowley Shoals consists of the three reefs Imperieuse, Clerke and Mermaid. The first two reefs form the Rowley Shoals Marine Park and have sandy cays that will still be visible at high tide. Bedwell Island, a small sandy cay inside Clerke Reef, is home to one of Western Australia’s two colonies of Red-tailed Tropicbirds. Other birds nesting on the island are Wedge-tailed Shearwaters, White-bellied Sea-Eagles, Eastern Reef-Egrets and terns.

The Silversea Difference

With Silversea ultra-luxury cruises you can live the elegant lifestyle of all-inclusive ultra-luxury cruising across 900 worldwide destinations. Our smallest ships are designed for those who delight in the thrill of discovery while indulging mind and body in the most lavish surroundings imaginable. All accommodations are spacious, ocean-view suites that include butler service, and most include private verandas.

Intimate Luxury Ships

Silversea’s ultra-luxury small ships are the perfect choice when it comes to your Kimberley cruise. Specifically designed for navigating the breathtaking panoramas of some of the world’s most remote destinations including the Kimberley coast, you’ll be able to visit the most off-the-beaten path locations, from small waterways to tiny ports.

Personalised Services

From dining to butler service to Zodiac® tours, all-inclusive is standard, for a perfect combination of adventure and comfort. With the highest crew-to-guest ratio in the Kimberley, we’re ready to cater to your every whim, onboard and on-shore. And with butler service for every suite and our passion for perfection in everything we do, you’ll enjoy every moment you spend with us.

Local Expedition Experts

With more experts per guest than anyone else in the industry, your Kimberley experience is the most immersive it can be. Highly- skilled across a large variety of disciplines, our Expedition Team includes renowned marine biologists, academics, historians, ornithologists and explorers that are ready to enrich your experience, both on shore and onboard.

Zodiac® Cruising

Get to know the varied and unique wildlife right from your seat on one of our Zodiacs®, as you explore the coastline, river and creek systems. Explore a remote inlet and float beneath fascinating layered rock formations, or take in the immense silence of beaches sculpted into unusual shapes hundreds of millions of years ago.

Discover our collection of ultra-luxury 2024 voyages that will bring you closer to the timeless Kimberley Coast. Each voyage has been crafted by our destination experts to immerse you into a world of discovery and will allow you to travel in utmost comfort with local experts and trusted guides.