MV True North

Broome, Western Australia, Australia

At A Glance

Experience the Australian Coast, Indonesia, West Papua and Papua New Guinea the way they were meant to be experienced aboard the award-winning MV True North. Long regarded as one of Australia’s most outstanding and revered tourism experiences, a cruise aboard this 5-star luxury ship is activity based and designed for the discerning traveller who wants to ‘experience the destination’ in some of the world’s most remote and hard to access coastal regions. You’ll stay in one of just 18 hotel-style cabins and indulge in mouth-watering modern Australian cuisine that showcases the very best of locally sourced ingredients. You’ll spend your days going where other ships can’t and making memories that will last a lifetime!

 

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Air Conditioning: Yes

More Details: 6 x Expedition vessel, 1x Helicopter, sun deck, observation lounge, ship's lounge, alfresco bar, sports deck & dining room

Cabins: 4 x Explorer Class Stateroom Cabins (King Sized Or Two Single Beds), 6x River Class Double Cabins (King Sized Or Two Single Beds), 8x Ocean Class Twin Cabins (Twin Beds)

Cruise Area: The Kimberley, Australian Coast, Indonesia & West Papua, Papua New Guinea

Location

True North conducts experienced based adventures all around the Australian coastline and in the stunning waters of Indonesia and Papua New Guinea. True North’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventures are especially revered among the best in the world.

 

5-Star Luxury

Stay in one of just 18 5-star luxury cabins with three different room types to choose from.

Ocean Class Twins feature roomy singles, two oval port holes, an ensuite and are located on the lower and main deck.

River Class Doubles feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles), spacious ensuite and two large viewing windows in the main cabin area and area located on the main deck.

Explorer Class Staterooms feature king size double (that can be converted to singles), twin basin ensuite, two large viewing windows, writing desk and chair, original Windram artwork in cabin and mini-fridge. ...

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Gourmet Food & Wine

Let the onboard chef tantalise your taste buds with sustainable, organic and very Australian cuisine. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, be treated to a destination-inspired menu featuring the very best of locally sourced ingredients prepared using a refined mix of modern and traditional techniques. Dinner specialties include fresh Oysters Kilpatrick with Corn-Fed Black Pig Pancetta; seared Barramundi with Broome Mango; and Brined Lamb Shoulder Cooked Sous-Vide with Goose Fat and Herbs. Foodies are more than welcome to chat with the chef as he/she prepares the day’s meals. See butchery or fish mongering, jus and stock creation, curing, ...

Activity Based Itineraries

As magnificent as True North is, the focus is not on the ship but on the destination. Every day of the cruise is an activity day: you’ll have ample opportunity to disembark, with no extended voyages or lengthy periods at sea. Fish for the legendary Barramundi. Dive and snorkel some of the world’s most pristine waters. Admire the incredible rock art of the first Australians. Learn about local wildlife with a team of specialist guides. The choice is yours!

 
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Go Further, Go Deeper

With a shallow draft of just 2.5-metres, True North can go where other vessels cannot. Six expedition boats are ready to take you and your fellow travellers even further afield and to different activities at the same time. If that’s not enough, an on-board helicopter is on standby to help unlock the destinations’ last secrets. Fish billabongs that have never been fished. See ancient rock art without leaving your seat. Climb mountains and volcanoes in air-conditioned comfort. Glide over impenetrable jungle and swoop on historic and cultural highlights. Take someone special on a sunrise flight or an ...

First Class Hospitality

Unlike more conventional cruise experiences, the crew of True North are encouraged to interact with guests. This young and passionate group of 22 people will uniquely chaperone your every experience, providing assistance, interpretation and genuine company. They will bait your hook and carry your scuba tank but they will also join you for dinner and entertain in the ship’s lounge. They will also maintain your cabins with a renowned degree of attention and safely navigate the ship, boat and helicopter to each destination.

 
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Small Group Experience

Catering to a maximum of just 36 guests, an intimate and personalised experience is guaranteed. The crew will do their best to cater for personal preference and specific interests such as birdwatching and photography excursions. Aboard True North, you are more than just a number!

 

Vessel Specifications

  • Length: 50m
  • Draught: 2.2m
  • Speed: 14 knots
  • Passengers: 36
  • Crew: 22
  • Extra Features: 6x tenders for exploration, heli pad & Eurocopter EC 130 Helicopter (6pax)
  • Day Areas: Sun deck, observation lounge, ship’s lounge, alfresco bar, sports deck and dining room
 
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Contact Us to start planning your holiday onboard the M/V TRUE NORTH or take a look at our itineraries to the Kimberleys, Indonesia & West Papua, Papua New Guinea, Sydney, Kangaroo Island & South Australia.