Cruise lines highlight 2024 luxury expedition cruises to The Kimberley for those seeking an adventure that goes beyond the ordinary.
Western Australia’s last frontier is an untamed and rugged expanse of more than 420,000 square kilometres. The Kimberley Region is known for its stunning landscapes, ancient gorges, majestic waterfalls, indigenous rock art and coastal gems.
One of the unmissable experiences of a Kimberley expedition cruise is the opportunity to explore this pristine wilderness up close through expedition by Zodiac. Additionally, cruisers venture deep into the region’s breath-taking gorges and navigating narrow, often uncharted, passages. They also get the chance to approach natural gems at eye level.
Moreover, most cruise lines prepare itineraries that allow guests to experience expeditions through Zodiacs where they glide across the tranquil waters and are dwarfed by towering sandstone cliffs. Additionally, guests are also in for a treat like a visit to the 76-metre King George Falls, seeing Wandjina rock art and indigenous paintings, the Horizontal Falls at Talbot Bay and the four-tiered Mitchell Falls among others.
Furthermore, a journey to The Kimberley is best for those who seek adventure, cultural enrichment, or simply a chance to disconnect from the rest of the world.
These cruise lines offer expedition cruises where you could immerse yourself in nature’s grandeur and give you an experience like no other.
Scenic
Highlighting its best available cruise offering to The Kimberley Scenic’s offer is as low as $7818 per person. Guests can now experience a 6-star ultra-luxury expedition cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse while enjoying savings of up to 43%. This 11-day Uncover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wilderness offer is scheduled on August 28. The ship will have it final stop at Broome.
Itineraries
Embarking at Broome, Scenic Eclipse is set to visit Lacepede Islands Nature Reserve, Buccaneer Archipelago, Talbot Bay and Montgomery Reef. Of course, this ultra-luxury expedition voyage would not be complete without paying a visit to other Kimberley gems such as the Prince Frederick Harbour and Swift Bay. Moreover, a visit to Ashmore Reef, Vansittart Bay and Jar Island, and King George River are also in order. The ship completes its list of port calls with its last stop in Darwin.
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Ponant
Taking an expedition cruise to an unspoiled region of the world is par for the course with Ponant. This year, Ponant listed several Kimberley expedition cruises including a 10-night Australia’s Iconic Kimberley spring offering. The voyage is set to leave Darwin on September 11 on Le Lapérouse. This southbound cruise is priced at $9850 per person.
Itineraries
With 10 stunning and awe-inspiring ports to visit, Ponant’s 10-night Kimberley itinerary is surely one for the bucket list. With Darwin as the port of embarkation, Ponant’s Le Lapérouse is set to visit King George River, Jar Island, Ashmore Reef and Careening Bay. In addition, Swift Bay, Hunter River, Collier Bay and Lacepede Islands are also part of the list. Le Lapérouse’s Kimberley expedition cruise ends in Broome.
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Seabourn
Seabourn is one of the leading cruise lines that offer voyages to one of earth’s last wild frontiers. This year, the line highlights its 10-Day Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wandjinas cruise. This is one of several Kimberley expedition cruises offered by the line this 2024. Additionally, this all-inclusive winter offering on Seabourn Pursuit is set to sail on June 12 with a starting price of $10,349 per person.
Itineraries
Departing from Darwin, the 10-day voyage will visit King George River, Vansittart Bay, Ashmore Reef and Hunter River. In addition, the ship will also visit Kuri Bay, Montgomery Reef, Freshwater Cove, Talbot Bay and Lacepede Island before disembarking at Broome.
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Silversea
Silversea offers a 10-day expedition cruise to the ultimate explorer’s paradise. Onboard the line’s first hybrid ship, Silver Cloud, this cruise offering is priced at $10,900 per person. This cruise sets sail from Broome on July 29 and ends on August 8.
Itineraries
This 10-day northbound sailing will visit Talbot Bay, Raft Point, Montgomery Reef and Hunter River Region. In addition, the Silver Cloud itinerary also includes Swift Bay, Ashmore Reef, Vansittart Bay, Koolama Bay and Wyndham before passengers disembark at Darwin.
