Australia's Iconic Kimberley

📅 Monday, June 29, 2026 🏁 Thursday, July 9, 2026 🌙 10 Nights Darwin, Northern Territory 🚢 Le Soléal
Suite $14,400 per person
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1
Darwin, Northern Territory Australia Encounter saltwater crocodiles and Aboriginal culture at Kakadu National Park's stunning waterfalls and ancient rock art galleries.
Arrive 2026-06-29 00:00:00 Depart 2026-06-29 18:00:00
Day 2
🌊 At Sea
Day 3
Vansittart Bay, Western Australia Australia Witness the world's most dramatic tidal range as waters surge up to 12 meters twice daily in this pristine tropical wilderness.
Arrive 2026-07-01 00:00:00
Day 4
Ashmore and Cartier Islands Australia Dive into pristine turquoise waters to witness untouched coral gardens and abundant marine life in one of Australia's most remote tropical paradises.
Arrive 2026-07-02 00:00:00
Day 5
Careening Bay, Western Australia Australia Witness pristine turquoise waters and abundant marine life at this remote, untouched paradise perfect for snorkeling and wildlife encounters.
Arrive 2026-07-03 00:00:00
Day 6
Swift Bay, Western Australia Australia Swim alongside graceful manta rays and whale sharks in crystal-clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life.
Arrive 2026-07-04 00:00:00
Day 7
Hunter River & Mitchell Falls, Western Australia Australia Witness thundering waterfalls cascade into pristine emerald pools surrounded by ancient Aboriginal rock art and untamed wilderness.
Arrive 2026-07-05 00:00:00
Day 8
Collier Bay, Western Australia Australia Witness the dramatic tidal range of the Kimberley as pristine waters reveal hidden beaches and Aboriginal rock art galleries.
Arrive 2026-07-06 00:00:00
Day 9
Collier Bay, Western Australia Australia Witness the dramatic tidal range of the Kimberley as pristine waters reveal hidden beaches and Aboriginal rock art galleries.
Arrive 2026-07-07 00:00:00
Day 10
Lacepede Islands, Western Australia Australia Swim with whale sharks and encounter pristine coral gardens in waters teeming with tropical marine life.
Arrive 2026-07-08 00:00:00
Day 11
Broome, Western Australia Australia Wade through the famous red tides at Cable Beach and witness the stunning Staircase to the Moon phenomenon reflected across the Indian Ocean.
Arrive 2026-07-09 07:00:00

About This Cruise

<p>Set sail for the wild and grandiose landscapes of Kimberley, following an exceptional PONANT itinerary.  <p></p>From Darwin to Broome, embark for an 11-day expedition cruise to one of the last unspoiled regions on the planet.<p></p>The highpoint of this cruise will undoubtedly be the discovery of the King George River and the majestic Twin Falls, the highest falls in Western Australia.<p></p>During your cruise, the magnificent bays of Vansittart and Swift will offer you exceptional panoramas, between islands, secret inlets, caves and rocky overhangs.<p></p>In one of the most picturesque parts of the region, the Hunter River, you will see wild mangrove forests where saltwater crocodiles live along with many species of birds.<p></p>You will also visit Collier Bay, where you will be able to admire the Montgomery Reef, home to vast expanses of lagoons and immense coral reefs.<p></p>On the Lacepede Islands, take the time to admire the abundance of nesting birds as well as the large population of turtles residing in the lagoon.<p></p>Your ship will take you along the most spectacular coasts in the entire region.<p></p>With their falls, abrupt gorges, savannah, calm waters and desolate mountain chains, the wild lands of Kimberley are the promise of an exceptional adventure.<p></p>We are privileged guests in these extreme lands where we are at the mercy of weather and tide conditions. Landings on certain sites and the observation of certain wildlife cannot be guaranteed. They vary from day to day, making each PONANT cruise a unique experience. The Captain and the Expedition Leader will make every effort to ensure that your experience is as rich as possible, whilst complying with the necessary safety rules and precautions.</p>
From $10,470 per person 10 nights on Le Soléal with PONANT EXPLORATIONS
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