If you love supporting Australian businesses then this 12 day Kimberley Coast expedition cruise aboard a privately chartered ship will be the trip of a lifetime.
The appeal of the scenic beauty of this spectacular and remote part of Australia is undeniable. Add the unique experience of staying on the luxury vessel the Coral Adventurer, the opportunity to make friends with 100 or so like-minded travellers onboard and discovering the remote Kimberley region in Western Australia, and it is a hard combination to beat.
If you have a bucket list of places you’d love to visit then the stunning Kimberley region must be on it. What better time to tick it off the list than travelling with and supporting two Australian companies – Constellation Journeys and Coral Expeditions. Crewed by Australians, the Coral Adventurer is a purpose-built expedition vessel. Satisfy your urge to explore and stay safe in this unpredictable era, without leaving Australia.
There’s still time to make 2021 a year to remember for all the right reasons. This 12-day Australian adventure kicks off with a night staying at the Cable Beach Club in Broome with a welcome dinner on the 5th of September. Want to make it a longer trip? There’s the option of arriving earlier in Broome or staying for an extra few days in Darwin when the trip concludes there on the 16th of September.
Apart from all the fun of socialising with new friends, the experience of discovering the Kimberley’s dazzling cascading waterfalls and finding yourself in the absolute silence of its secluded gorges, there is also all of the ease of exploring on board a small cruise. There’s always a doctor on board and quality, fresh food prepared with locally sourced ingredients served with all-inclusive beer, wine and soft drinks.
This adventure is an opportunity to explore the remote Kimberley region in Western Australia and experience some of the most expansive and magnificent landscapes on Earth.
The first day brings adventure exploring the Willie Creek Pearl Farm before boarding the Coral Adventurer. Get settled and unpack your favourite party outfit for the Captain’s Welcome cocktail party before your first dinner on board and enjoying freshly made cuisine.
The Coral Adventurer
Wake up on board and ready to hopefully spot pods of whales who will be preparing for the warmer southern months by migrating south as you cruise through the water surrounding The Lacepede island group, which is a Class A nature reserve.
The next day it is time to explore The Horizontal Falls. These unique visions are a stunning natural beauty created when the ocean thunders through a narrow gorge in the McLarty Ranges. You’ll learn exactly how this happens and then take in the dazzling Buccaneer Archipelago.
These ancient rock formations are a fantastic opportunity for budding photographers to capture the stunning beauty of natural Australia. Then keep your camera out to capture photos of new friends with a spectacular view and to enjoy sunset drinks at Nares Point.
Enjoy the natural beauty of Horizontal Falls
There’s still a whole week of fun ahead including seeing important sites such as the ancient Wandjina rock art galleries. Also, experience magical moments such as swimming in a freshwater swimming hole overlooking a waterfall. Nature fanatics will love seeing birds flying overhead, spotting turtles, native animals, white-bellied sea eagles or other birds of prey, mangrove crabs, other marine life, monsoon rainforests and even crocodiles.
Spectacular views are only surpassed by the incredible experiences you’ll have when you explore this stunning part of Australia with ease. Savour the serenity of this ancient landscape while taking in remarkable visions such as the Jar Island Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art galleries which are estimated to be around 15,000 years old and the well-preserved wreckage of a US Air Force C-53 Skytrooper aircraft.
Of course, there’s also the awe-inspiring images of the magnificent King Cascade with its terraced waterfall and surrounding nature and the ochre red cliffs where the King George River ends will stay with you forever.
There is limited availability to secure an Explorer Deck Balcony stateroom before the trip is sold out. Comfortably furnished with a junior king or twin bed and private balcony these 21.4 sqm rooms are a great choice for a once in a lifetime experience.
This is a sponsored article produced in partnership with Constellation Journeys.