Coral Princess
breathtaking kimberley tour: broome-darwin or reverse
2012 rates |
24 days: earlybird offer |
24 day tour full rate |
25 days: earlybird offer |
25 day tour full rate |
| Cabin | $13,936 pp | $14,670 pp | $14,150 pp | $14,895 pp |
| Stateroom | $14,886 pp | $15,670 pp | $15,100 pp | $15,895 pp |
| Upper Deck Stateroom | $15,266 pp | $16,070 pp | $15,480 pp | $16,295 pp |
| Deluxe Stateroom | $15,551 pp | $16,370 pp | $15,765 pp | $16,595 pp |
| Seniors and Pensioners – $50 pp discount | ||||
| All rates are per person, twin share. Please enquire for single supplement. | ||||
| Earlybird offer: Book before 30 June 2012 to receive this discounted rate. Not valid with any other offer. May be withdrawn at any time. | ||||
inclusions
INCLUdes |
does not include |
kimberley cruise centre exclusives |
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| • all sightseeing, park fees, meals as specified, accommodation, Mitchell Falls helicopter flight during 4wd tour and Kimberley coastal cruise | • Alcohol • Accommodation or flights before or after the cruise |
• 20% off comprehensive travel insurance • $99 per person hotel offer (please enquire) |
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This tour has it all – the best the Kimberley has to offer, with the magnificent World Heritage-listed Bungle Bungles and a small group 4wd journey along the Gibb River Road, plus small ship cruising along the Kimberley’s spectacular coastline. Experience Australia’s last undiscovered region in style, from the exclusive wilderness camps to the amazing wildlife, waterfalls and friendly locals.
breathtaking kimberley itinerary: broome-darwin 4wd-cruise
(Please enquire for the reverse itinerary “Breathtaking Kimberley Darwin-Broome cruise-4wd”)
about your 4wd tour
On your Small Group 4WD Adventure, you’ll journey to remote wilderness areas escorted by your own Driver/Guide. APT’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventures are the experts in small group touring and there will never be more than 19 other guests in your travelling party. Your specially engineered ISUZU vehicle features coach-style reclining seats with ample leg room; Large tinted windows, providing unimpeded views of the passing scenery; and Expert commentary.
Private wilderness lodges are designed for you to enjoy an exclusive experience in some of the most remote regions of the Kimberley without compromising your comfort. Wilderness Lodges provide permanent tented accommodation with all the comforts of home such as, crisp linen; home-cooked meals with a complimentary glass of wine; private balconies on each cabin and state-of-the-art solar power.
Access to these exclusive private lodges is only possible thanks to a special partnership with the traditional Aboriginal owners of the land. This has enabled Kimberley Wilderness Adventures to establish a collection of Wilderness Lodges in the heart of one of the most remote and exotic regions of the world.
As the sun goes down and the stars come up, you’ll make your way to the open-air dining area where your home-cooked dinner awaits with a complimentary glass of wine. At dinner, a medley of Australian cuisine awaits, from Barramundi, kangaroo, prime Australian beef and lamb to fresh salads. Further, special dietary requirements are superbly catered for.
There really is no better way to make new friends than relaxing around the campfire at the end of each day while gazing at the stars.
DAY 1: depart broome
From Broome, journey by 4WD along the Gibb River Road to beautiful Windjana Gorge and look for freshwater crocodiles on the banks of the Lennard River. Later, with torch in hand, wade through the cool waters of Tunnel Creek to view the oasis here.
Stay: Two Nights: Bell Gorge Wilderness Lodge
Daily Meals Included: • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 2: Bell Gorge, Hiking and Swimming
Back on the Gibb River Road, travel to Bell Gorge, where rugged cliffs surround a series of tiered waterholes. Take a refreshing swim below the waterfall, or go bird-watching. The energetic can choose from a number of hiking opportunities.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 3: Galvans Gorge, Barnett River Gorge
Visit Galvans Gorge this morning, then travel to Barnett River Gorge for lunch. Later, continue to your overnight outback station accommodation at Drysdale River Station.
Stay: Drysdale River Station, Kalumburu Road
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 4: Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River
As you ascend the renowned Mitchell Plateau, see fascinating Wandjina and Gwion (Bradshaw) rock art and enjoy a swim in the waters of King Edward River. For the next two nights stay at our wilderness lodge.
Stay: Two Nights: Exclusive! Stay in tented cabins with private ensuite bathrooms at Mitchell Falls wilderness Lodge
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 5: Mitchell Falls, Helicopter Flight over the Falls
Take a guided hike to see rarely viewed Aboriginal art, before arriving at Mitchell Falls. Swim in the pools above the falls and take a helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls back to your vehicle, or hike back with your guide.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 6: Mitchell Plateau, King Edward River
Travel through lush Livistona palm forests, as you explore Mitchell Plateau and view galleries of ancient Aboriginal art. Then stop on the banks of the King Edward River for lunch.
Stay: Drysdale River Station, Kalumburu Road
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 7: El Questro Wilderness Park
Ford the mighty Durack and Pentecost rivers and travel into El Questro Wilderness Park – one million acres in the Kimberley wilderness.
Stay: Tented cabins with private facilities at Emma Gorge Resort, El Questro
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 8: El Questro, Wyndham, Kununurra
Hike into Emma Gorge before enjoying a soak in the thermal pools of Zebedee Springs. Visit El Questro station, before travelling to Wyndham and Five Rivers Lookout.
Stay: Two Nights: Kununurra Country Club Resort, Kununurra
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 9: Cruise Ord River and Lake Kununurra
Travel to Lake Argyle, which is the largest man-made lake in the Southern Hemisphere. In the afternoon, join a cruise along the mighty Ord River, keeping an eye out for wildlife.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
DAY 10: Purnululu National Park, Echidna Chasm
Head to Purnululu National Park. On arrival, hike into Echidna Chasm, which is a spectacular cleft in the rock massif.
Stay: Two Nights: Exclusive! Stay in tented ensuite cabins at Bungle Bungle Wilderness Lodge, Purnululu National Park
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 11: Bungle Bungle Range, Cathedral Gorge
Hike along the dry bed of Piccaninny Creek and into the natural amphitheatre of Cathedral Gorge, which enjoys incredible acoustics. Perhaps take a scenic helicopter flight over the domes of the Bungle Bungle Range (own expense).
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 12: Halls Creek, Fitzroy Crossing
Visit Halls Creek and see China Wall, a natural quartz formation. Continue to Fitzroy Crossing.
Stay: Fitzroy River Lodge, Fitzroy Crossing
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 13: Geikie Gorge Cruise, Broome
This morning journey into Geikie Gorge National Park, and explore Geikie Gorge, situated in the Oscar and Geikie ranges. Take a unique cruise between the bleached limestone walls of this stunning landmark. Then continue on to enjoy time in Broome.
Stay: Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa, Broome
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch
DAY 14: see below
24 Day Breathtaking Kimberley – spend this morning exploring Broome, then board your cruise boat this afternoon at Broome port.
25 Day Breathtaking Kimberley – a free day to explore Broome. Overnight Stay at Cable Beach Club Resort and Spa.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast (and dinner if boarding cruise this evening – for 24 Day tour)
DAY 14 (24 day tour) or day 15 (if you’ve joined the 25 day tour): Board Ship, Welcome Cocktail Party
This afternoon, board your ship and this evening enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Aboard Cocktail Party.
Stay: Ten Night Cruise: Coral Princess
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast • Dinner
DAY 15 (24 day tour) or day 16 (25 day tour): Lacepede Islands, Turtle Nursery
Cruise through Pender Bay and visit the Lacepede Islands, home to colonies of booby and frigate birds and a breeding ground for green turtles.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 16 (24 day tour) or day 17 (25 day tour): Crocodile Creek, Talbot Bay, Horizontal Falls
Visit Crocodile Creek and enjoy a swim. Cruise to Talbot Bay and see the spectacular Horizontal Falls.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 17 (24 day tour) or day 18 (25 day tour): Buccaneer Archipelago, Montgomery Reef
See beautiful Buccaneer Archipelago. Walk onto Montgomery Reef this morning, as the tide ebbs and the reef rises out of the sea. Visit Raft Point to see an Aboriginal rock art gallery.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 18 (24 day tour) or day 19 (25 day tour): Camp Creek, King Cascade
Cruise up the Prince Regent River to Camp Creek. From here, journey upriver to the King Cascade waterfall.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 19 (24 day tour) or day 20 (25 day tour): Careening Bay, Kuri Bay
Cruise to Careening Bay, the site of a large boab tree. Then continue to Kuri Bay, which is home to the South Sea pearling industry.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 20 (24 day tour) or day 21 (25 day tour): Prince Frederick Harbour, Naturalist Island
At Prince Frederick Harbour, anchor at Naturalist Island for a fascinating day of exploration. Perhaps take a helicopter flight (own expense).
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 21 (24 day tour) or day 22 (25 day tour): Bigge Island, Aboriginal Art
Cruise to Bigge Island and explore ancient Aboriginal rock art sites, featuring traditional Wandjina paintings.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 22 (24 day tour) or day 23 (25 day tour): Vansittart Bay
Enjoy a full day to explore beautiful Vansittart Bay. Discover some of its many islands and coves.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 23 (24 day tour) or day 24 (25 day tour): King George River, Tranquil Bay
Explore the magnificent waterfalls of the King George River. Then, this evening, enjoy the Captain’s Farewell Cocktail Party.
Daily Meals Included: • Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
DAY 24 (24 day tour) or day 25 (25 day tour): Disembark Ship, Depart Darwin
Arrive in Darwin this morning where your tour-of-a-lifetime comes to its conclusion.
Daily Meal Included: • Breakfast
This itinerary is an indication of the destinations we visit and activities on offer. While every effort will be made to follow this itinerary we do reserve the right to vary this itinerary to make allowances for weather, tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.