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THE KIMBERLEY: BROOME TO DARWIN (CORAL DISCOVERER)
Perfected over three decades, this 10-day Kimberley cruise
takes you on an unforgettable journey from Broome to Darwin.
Expert guides interpret 40,000-year-old rock art, and retrace the
history of Phillip Parker King who first charted this spectacular
coastline almost 200 years ago. Later in the season, witness
the Humpback Whales on their migration. Board a Zodiac and
touch the spray from the magnificent King George River and its
towering 80-metre twin falls. Join an expert guide to learn about
the history of the ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion rock
paintings. Witness waterfalls cascading off Montgomery Reef as
it rises out of the ocean on the ebbing tide, whilst discovering
the reef’s diverse marine life.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: DEPART BROOME
The start of your Kimberley Expedition Cruise. Board your ship at 4.0pm for a
5.00pm departure. Enjoy the Captain’s welcome drinks with fellow travellers
and friendly Coral Expeditions’ crew. Take in stunning views from the sundeck
as we cruise north towards Cape Leveque.
DAY 2: LACEPEDE ISLANDS
Subject to weather and tides, visit the Lacepede Islands, a series of low
islands consisting of coarse sand and coral rubble lying atop a platform reef
(subject to weather and tides). This nature reserve has been identified by
BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area as it supports up to 18,000
breeding pairs of Brown Boobies and Roseate Terns, possibly the largest such
population in the world. Disembark to board a Zodiac and explore the island’s
lagoon, keeping an eye out for many species of marine birdlife including
Australian Pelicans, Frigatebirds, Egrets, Gulls and Terns. The islands are also
renowned as Western Australia’s most significant breeding grounds for the
Green Turtle, and it is often seen nesting here.
DAY 3: HORIZONTAL FALLS AND BUCCANEER ARCHIPELAGO
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The visual delight of the Buccaneer Archipelago reveals Talbot Bay. Here we helicopter flight will give you a breathtaking view, or alternatively explore the
find the natural wonder of the Horizontal Falls. The changing tide thunders sandstone caves of Hathway’s Hideaway or enjoy a catch and release fishing
through narrow gorges in the McLarty Ranges, and you can experience the excursion. Swift Bay reveals a series of fine Wandjina art galleries.
thrill of traversing the falls at high speed aboard inflatable tenders. At Cyclone
Creek, view evidence of massive geological forces in the impressive rock DAY 9: VANSITTART BAY
formations, or take an Xplorer cruise through the Iron Islands, past Koolan
Island, before enjoying sunset drinks at Nares Point. Vansittart Bay contains many sites of cultural and historical significance. Here
we have opportunity to view the remarkable Gwion Gwion galleries and
Macassan sites at Jar Island. On the Anjo Peninsula, discover the wreckage of
DAY 4: DOUBTFUL BAY
the downed C-53 Skytrooper, well-preserved since it crashed in 1942.
Raft Point guards the entrance to this iconic area, with a host of destinations
such as the mighty Sale River, Steep Island and Ruby Falls at Red Cone DAY 10: KING GEORGE RIVER AND FALLS
Creek. There may also be an opportunity to meet the Worrora people and
experience the wonderous Wandjina art of Raft Point. At over 80 metres, King George Falls are the highest twin falls in Western
Australia. Feel humbled by nature’s awesome force as thousands of tonnes of
water cascade over the ancient sandstone cliffs. Early in the season, you may
DAY 5: MONTGOMERY REEF
cruise under the mist of the falls, while in later months we get up close to the
Montgomery Reef is a biologically diverse area covering over 300 sq km. sandstone walls to view the honeycomb erosion patterns.
Named by Phillip Parker King, this marvelous reef is home to several species
of marine turtles, dolphins, dugongs, and crocodiles. As the reef emerges from DAY 11: ARRIVE IN DARWIN
the sea at low tide, we get up close in the Xplorer and inflatables to witness
the spectacle. Our guides will share their knowledge on the formation of the Our incredible adventure along the Kimberley Coast concludes in Darwin this
reef and the myriad wildlife here. morning at 8:30am. Bid farewell to new-found friends and the Captain and
crew. Post cruise transfers in Darwin included.
DAY 6: PRINCE REGENT RIVER AND CAREENING BAY
Running on a fault line, this straight river is a haven for native species. If the
tide is right, there may be an opportunity for swimming at Camp Creek, and
here we visit the beautiful King Cascade. See the National Heritage Listed
‘Mermaid Tree’ at Careening Bay. It still bears the name carved by the crew of
Phillip Parker King’s ship HMS Mermaid when the ship was repaired here in
1820.
DAY 7: PRINCE FREDERICK HARBOUR
At the southern end of the York Sound lies one of the most spectacular
locations in the Kimberley: Prince Frederick Harbour. It is home to many
islands, mangroves and monsoon rainforests, set against a backdrop of steep
red escarpment. White-bellied sea eagles and other birds of prey are often
seen here, and at low tide expansive mudflats reveal large populations of
various mudskippers and mangrove crabs. Spot massive saltwater crocodiles
on a cruise up Porosus Creek, visit art sites, and marvel at rock formations.
DAY 8: MITCHELL FALLS, WINYALKAN, & SWIFT BAY
Carved through layers of sandstone, Mitchell Falls descends over four tiers,
creating pools of emerald green on each level. The option to take a scenic
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YOUR SHIP: CORAL DISCOVERER
YOUR SHIP: Coral Discoverer
VESSEL TYPE: Luxury Expedition
LENGTH: 63 metres
PASSENGER CAPACITY: 72 (in 36 rooms)
BUILT/REFURBISHED: 2005 / Refurbished
Launched in 2005, Coral Discoverer set a new benchmark
standard for small ship cruising in Australia. Refurbished in
November 2016, she continues to raise the bar to new levels of
sophistication in expedition cruising in the Southern unique.
Hemisphere. After the refurbishment, the Sun Deck has evolved to become a
The 1800-tonne Coral Discoverer is the grand vision of Coral new social space and the hub of on board community living.
Expeditions, pioneers in expedition and adventure cruises This area has been converted into an undercover deck area
around Australia, Papua New Guinea and South East Asia. Her complete with round 'Explorer Bar' with bar stools and sun deck
shallow draught and manoeuvrability allow her to go where with lounges and an area for outdoor exercise equipment.
larger vessels cannot. Her tender vessel, Xplorer, can seat all 72 Guest accommodation has also received a substantial upgrade
passengers for excursions to beaches and rivers. Coral with the addition of six Bridge Deck Balcony Staterooms
Discoverer is equipped with latest technology active stabilisers providing coveted inside/outside living quarters. Each of our
to ensure comfortable cruising in open waters and is fitted with other Stateroom grades has also received a full upgrade with
modern safety and navigation equipment and wireless internet updated bathroom fixtures, soft furnishings and artwork making
facilities. for an even more comfortable stay on board Coral Discoverer.
Coral Discoverer was built to the exacting international SOLAS The Coral Discoverer offers five different grades of staterooms,
(Safety of Life at Sea) standards and specifications in Cairns, ranging from Bridge Deck Balcony Staterooms to Main Deck
Australia, with one aim in mind; to create the ultimate small Staterooms. Bridge Deck Balcony Staterooms are on the top
ship cruising experience. Australian flagged, and staffed entirely deck and have private balconies opening out from french
by an Australian and New Zealand crew, your experience aboard windows. All rooms are furnished with contemporary flair and
Coral Discoverer will be feature original artwork, a small private en-suite,
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individually-controlled air-conditioning, an iPod dock, ample
storage and Australian toiletries. All staterooms are serviced
daily. Each stateroom is spacious, sized between 15sqm (161
square feet) to 20 sqm (215 square feet) and has either a
balcony, feature picture windows or porthole windows. Most
staterooms can be configured to either junior king or twin
bedding.
FACILITIES ON BOARD
> Sun Deck with undercover area, sun lounges and ample
seating
> Three fully stocked cocktail bars, including brand new round
Explorer Bar on Sun Deck
> Spacious, modern dining room, recently refurbished
> Forward lounge
> Reference library
> Gift shop
> Open bridge
> Workout Area
> Wireless internet available for laptops, mobile devices or via
onboard guest computer
> Limited laundry facilities available
> SCUBA diving department (selected itineraries)
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INSIDE YOUR SHIP
Bridge Deck Balcony Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom
Main Deck A Main Deck B
Promenade A Promenade B
Promenade Deck A Promenade Deck B
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PRICING
17-Jun-2019 to 27-Jun-2019
Promenade Deck (Cat A) 11995 AUD pp
25-May-2020 to 04-Jun-2020
Main Deck B 10890 AUD pp
Main Deck A 11390 AUD pp
Promenade Deck B 11940 AUD pp
Promenade Deck A 12990 AUD pp
Bridge Deck Balcony Stateroom 15190 AUD pp
17-Aug-2020 to 27-Aug-2020
Main Deck B 10890 AUD pp
Main Deck A 11390 AUD pp
Promenade B 11940 AUD pp
Promenade A 12990 AUD pp
Bridge Deck Balcony 15190 AUD pp
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