At a Glance
See the highlights of the Kimberley Coast in unparalleled style and comfort aboard True North, on this all-inclusive, 8-day, luxury adventure cruise from Broome to Kununurra. This cruise is perfect for those wanting to maximise their time and see as much as possible.
There is nothing quite as immersive, invigorating, profound and peaceful as a Kimberley Coast cruise. Here, in one of the oldest and largest landscapes on Earth, is a largely untouched wilderness of striking contrasts, with 1,200-kilometres (746mi) of sheer cliffs, pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life. The Southern Coast is sure to impress with prolific islands, inlets and pockets of rainforest home to many species of birds and other wildlife, while the Northern Coast will wow with broad rivers, extensive waterfalls, incredible Aboriginal ...
Trip Highlights
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What's Included
- 7-nights’ accommodation onboard True North on a twin share basis.
- All-inclusive meals: breakfast, lunch, dinner, morning and afternoon tea
- All non-alcoholic beverages – coffee, tea, juices, soda water, tonic water and soft drink
- All travel onboard True North
- All services of professional crew
- Local transfers to/from the vessel
- Flexible itinerary and freedom to do as much or as little as you like
- All water- and land-based activities (e.g. fishing, snorkeling, diving, sightseeing etc)
Itinerary
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Your ‘Welcome Aboard’ the magnificent luxury cruise is in the pearling port of Broome. Embarkation is at 1700 – time for a cocktail with your fellow adventurers before departing at approximately 1830. Dinner is served shortly after leaving port for the overnight cruise to Yampi Sound. |
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Awaken to the majestic Kimberley and savour an irresistible onboard breakfast as you glide through the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. This remote area consists of some 800-1,000 rocky islands with small embayments and secluded white sandy beaches. The 2 largest islands are Koolan and Cockatoo Island, both of which host deposits of high-grade iron ore. Then, say hello to one of the Kimberley Coast’s most famous icons, the Horizontal Falls. Described by David Attenborough as “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world”, this unique “sideways” waterfall is formed by fast moving tidal currents squeezing between two narrow gorges. The tidal ranges in this area can exceed 10-metres (33ft) and the direction of the flow reverses ensuring the water flows two different ways each day. Take a tender for an up close and exhilarating ride through this natural phenomenon or get the ultimate bird’s eye view with a scenic heli flight (own cost). In the afternoon, continue on to Leadline Creek to try your luck fishing for the legendary Barramundi. Then, continue on to Doubtful Bay, where you will anchor and enjoy a delicious dinner. |
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This morning is devoted to exploring the Sale River. Fish the mouth for Barramundi then ‘ride the tide’ on a classic river expedition. Cool off with a swim in a spring-fed rainforest pool before returning to the ultimate comfort of the cruise. After lunch, pay a visit to Montgomery Reef, the world’s largest inshore reef. Take a tender to witness an astonishing marine spectacle as the reef is transformed by some of the biggest tidal changes on Earth. When the tide falls, the coral reef appears to rise from the ocean in a torrent of cascading water and a plethora of marine life makes its escape – manta rays, octopuses, reef sharks turtles and even dugongs and dolphins. You will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to view the reef from the air thanks to the onboard helicopter (own cost). |
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Cruise up the Prince Regent River, marvelling at the pristine waterway that cuts through sandstone cliffs and gorges. Your destination is King Cascade, a spectacular terraced waterfall that is inaccessible to larger cruise ships. Make sure to stand on the front deck for a refreshing Kimberley-style shower beneath the falls before climbing to the top for a swim in the enticing crystal-clear pool. In the afternoon, gear up for more ‘adventure in the tender’ – a chance to stretch the laces on your hiking boots and swim in yet another picture-perfect billabong. Alternatively, why not take to the air to visit the Kimberley’s very own “Jurassic Park”, where scientists have uncovered more than 20 different types of dinosaur tracks (some over 1.5-metres in size)! |
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Wake up this morning on the magnificent Hunter River. About as far away from civilisation as you can get in Australia, this stunning river system is teeming with Barramundi, succulent mud crabs, and castaway island beaches. Spend your day fishing, mud crabbing, bird watching and croc-spotting. You will also have the opportunity to make the short hike to Jackson Falls. The reward is a waterfall-fed pool that is super-cold because it never gets to see the direct rays of the sun – the perfect place to cool off! In the evening, enjoy a sunset drink on Naturaliste Island ahead of an overnight cruise to Vansittart Bay. |
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Start your day with a visit to an incredible Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) Aboriginal rock art gallery. The Gwion Gwion paintings pre-date other examples of Aboriginal culture and are possibly the oldest images known to man. Next, take to the air for another breathtaking helicopter flight to Eagle Falls, where you will enjoy a special ‘heli-picnic’ overlooking a magical cascade. As the only way to access the falls is via helicopter, you are almost guaranteed to have the place to yourself. Meanwhile, the tenders will also be busy exploring local beaches and creeks. Cruise overnight to Koolama Bay. |
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As soon as the tide is high enough, cross the sand bars of the King George River for an unforgettable cruise along this cathedral-like gorge. The breathtaking scenery culminates in the mighty King George Falls, a dual waterfall that has an uninterrupted vertical drop of more than 80-metres (262ft), making it one of the tallest waterfalls in Western Australia. Cruise right up to the base of the twin falls for another Kimberley-style shower on the front deck. You will then have the opportunity to climb or take the helicopter to the top of the falls for spectacular views of the river below. In the afternoon, visit the wreck of MV Koolama, an Australian merchant vessel that sank as a result of several attacks by Japanese aircraft in February-March 1942. It was also at the centre of the Koolama Incident, an alleged mutiny resulting from these attacks. Meanwhile, the tenders will also be busy exploring local beaches and creeks. Finish off your day with a stroll at Tranquil Bay before continuing on to the frontier port of Wyndham. |
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Arrive into the Port of Wyndham early morning. Enjoy your last breakfast on board before saying farewell to your crew. A courtesy coach will arrive at approximately 8:00am to transfer you to Kununurra to commence your onward journey. Note: This itinerary is provided as example only – prevailing conditions, local arrangements and indeed, what we discover on the day, may cause variation. Helicopter flights can be purchased additional to the indicated tariff as a package or individually. |
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Dates & Prices
Please enquire about available cabin type. Please Please contact us for group bookings or private charters.
2022 Cabin & Fare
OCEAN CLASS $16,595, twin share
RIVER CLASS $20,995pp, twin share
EXPLORER CLASS $22,995pp, twin share
2023 Cabin & Fare
OCEAN CLASS $17,595, twin share
RIVER CLASS $22,595pp, twin share
EXPLORER CLASS $24,595pp, twin share
More Info
The start point of this cruise is Broome, Western Australia.
The finish point of this cruise is Kununurra, Western Australia.
The Kimberley has two distinct seasons: wet season (December to March) and dry season (April to November). During ‘the Wet’ most 4WD roads and National Parks are closed. As such, this tour operates during ‘the Dry’ with daytime temperatures ranging from 28-30-degrees Celsius. Be aware, however, that the region can get surprisingly cold overnight.
Note: In September and October, as ‘the Wet’ approaches, temperatures increase accordingly, and it can be very hot during the day. It is essential you are prepared for this.
EXPLORER CLASS STATEROOM
Located on the upper deck – Explorer Class cabins feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and a twin basin en-suite. Cabin size is 15 square metres. Other features include large panoramic windows, amenities fridge, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
RIVER CLASS DOUBLE
Located on the middle deck – River Class cabins feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and en-suite. Cabin size is similar to Explorer Class. Other features include large panoramic windows, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
OCEAN CLASS TWIN
Located on the lower deck – Ocean Class cabins feature roomy singles and en-suite. Cabin size is approximately 12 square metres.
Other features include 2 portholes, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
Onlyluxe Travel acts as travel agency and work with different tour operators.
Payment Detail
All pricing is in Australian dollars and are quoted on a per person twin share basis. A supplementary price is available (see below). Bookings are not confirmed until full payment and the signed Booking Form has been received by Onlyluxe Travel.
A non-refundable 30% deposit is payable within 7 days of your booking, with the final balance due 60 days prior to departure. If a booking is made 60 days or less before departure, the full payment is payable immediately. Last minute bookings are payable before arrival. Failure to pay on time may result in automatic cancellation of a booking with cancellation penalties payable to Onlyluxe Travel. If you pay by credit card or PayPal a surcharge will be added to the total price.
Single Supplement
All accommodation is twin share. Single guests will share with someone of the same gender. If a single room is demanded, a supplementary price of will apply. The supplementary price refers to our quotation and needs to be stipulated at the time of booking.
General Cancellation Policies
- Outside of 60 days monies will be refunded less 30% of full fee
- Within 60 days prior to arrival all monies will be forfeited
- No refunds will be given in the event of non-arrival, any unused services or unused nights due to flight or weather disruption
- We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance and medical insurance
Please Note: Cancellations must be advised in email and will take effect from the date they are received.
We strongly recommend guests protect themselves with travel insurance.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. The tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Liability
The participant agrees to indemnify Onlyluxe Travel, and its servant, tour operator and agents, in relation to any liability, loss and damage which the tour operator, or its servants and/or agents may incur as a result of the participants, negligence or misconduct during the tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the bus, or in tents or in other accommodation being used by tour operator at the time that a trip is being conducted.
Child Policy
Please consult travel consultant on age limit.
Changes to Itineraries
Local conditions may necessitate changes to sightseeing, walking and driving routes, camping and accommodation locations. While every effort will be made to provide the services and experiences as offered in our brochure, on our website, and in our trip letters, we reserve the right to vary your itinerary. In the event that we are forced to change your arrangements, substitute arrangements of a similar standard will be provided. The tour operator will not be liable where interruptions to itineraries are caused by weather conditions, technical problems to transport used by the tour operator, industrial action, political or civil commotion or other circumstances beyond our control. We refer you to the conditions regarding travel insurance.
Changes in Prices
While we will do its utmost to honour its pricing unforeseen circumstances may mean that prices may be subject to change without notice.
Pre-Existing Medical Conditions and Age Limits
You need to advise Onlyluxe travel and the tour operator on any pre-existing medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability that might reasonably be expected to increase the risk of your requiring medical attention, or that might affect the normal conduct of a trip and the enjoyment of other trip members. Onlyluxe Travel and the tour operator may require an assessment of your medical condition from a qualified medical practitioner. If you fail to adequately notify the tour operator of any pre-existing medical conditions and/or disability, the tour operator reserves the right, at its reasonable discretion, to cancel your participation in a trip at any time, including after the commencement of your trip, with no right of refund if your medical condition, mobility impairment and/or disability could be reasonably expected to affect the normal conduct of the trip and the enjoyment of other trip members.
Cancellation by The Tour Operator
The walks take place in very special wilderness settings. The tour operator is at the mercy of nature in all her beauty and all her fury. The tour operator will under no circumstance knowingly place at risk the health and well-being of our guests and guides. In the case of natural threats, acts of God and the like (e.g. bushfires, impassable snow, etc) the tour operator may need to cancel a walk with very little notice. In some cases, this can occur after the walk has commenced. The tour operator reserves the right to cancel any walk up to 60 days prior to departure if a minimum of 4 walkers are unable to meet for a tour. If the tour operator needs to cancel for any reason, the cost of the walk or any other costs associated with travel to the designated pick up point, overnight accommodation, meals, etc will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore we strongly recommend travel insurance be taken out prior to travel.
Force Majeure
'Force Majeure' means (without restriction) any event which Onlyluxe Travel or its third party providers could not, even with due care, foresee or avoid. Force Majeure covers events such as, but not limited to, adverse weather conditions, fire and all similar events beyond our control. In the case of Force Majeure Onlyluxe Travel will not accept liability, and reserves the right to change and cancel trips.
Evacuations
In rare circumstances, due to injury or unforeseen illness, the tour operator may need to evacuate you from a remote part of the walk. Helicopter evacuations are expensive and in most cases will be at a cost to the customer.
For Australian residents, under the Australian Government Medicare Act, it is prohibited for any domestic travel insurance product to provide any financial reimbursement with regard to ambulance or air ambulance services. We therefore strongly advise our customers to take specific ambulance cover through their health insurance provider. Evacuation cost will not be covered by the Onlyluxe Travel and therefore it is also strongly recommended that our customers take out travel insurance to cover (amongst other things) the costs associated with evacuation.
Travel Insurance
In view of the heavy cancellation penalties applied to cancelled reservations in certain circumstances, we strongly recommends suitable travel insurance be purchased at the time the holding deposit is paid. We recommend insurance cover that covers any loss which may be suffered due to cancellation. We also strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance against loss of baggage and medical expenses.
