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Coral Expeditions
Coral Geographer
Coral Geographer
Launched in 2021, Coral Geographer has been purpose-designed to access remote places that are often inaccessible to large cruise vessels. Sister ship to Coral Adventurer, she has over 1000 square metres of open deck space and most rooms are balcony staterooms and suites.
The ship’s dual ‘Xplorer’ tenders allow for deeper exploration on shore excursions. These ‘safari jeeps’ of the sea are fast, sturdy, and comfortable. They allow for easy boarding from the ship and walk-off disembarkation onto remote shores.
Coral Geographer carries a maximum of 120 guests, delivering Coral Expeditions’ renowned warm Australian hospitality, intimate onboard atmosphere, and world-class expedition experience.
- Two ‘Xplorer’ tenders facilitate comfortable shore excursions
- Six zodiacs allow for more intrepid exploration
- Lecture lounge, for daily expedition briefings and expert presentations
- Small onboard library featuring books on destinations and wildlife
- A well equipped gym
- Passenger elevator
- Wi-Fi throughout the ship
- Shallow draft and advanced navigation and propulsion systems, allowing access to locations closed to larger cruise ships
Cuisine
With a maximum of 120 guests, your chefs have the creative freedom to prepare small batch meals from fresh, seasonal produce. The dining room offers open seat dining, without the need to reserve a table. Meals are served in a combination of family table platters and table d’hote. Morning and afternoon teas are also provided, as is 24-hour access to tea and coffee.
Selected beers, wines and spirits are included with lunch and dinner service, as well as soft drinks and juices. Fresh drinking water is available onboard at water stations. There are wine selections that guests may purchase in addition to the included house selection.
Cabins
The Coral Geographer features all outside-facing guest cabins with ensuite bathrooms; the majority have a private balcony. Active stabilisers dampen sea motion whilst travelling on your voyage. Coral Geographer also features a well equipped gym, passenger elevator and Wi-Fi in all areas (at cost) for guest comfort.
Deck Plan
Please see below.
Bridge Deck Balcony Suite
Bridge Deck Balcony Suite – 37.5sqm
The six Bridge Deck Suites are spacious and elegant retreats after a busy day ashore. Suites are equipped with a lounge area, minibar and personal coffee machine. They have Junior King-sized beds. A 3.5 sq m private balcony has an outdoor daybed and lounge chair for two. A unique outside-facing bathroom with a horizon bath completes the experience. A complimentary minibar is replenished daily.
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom
Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom – 21.4sqm
The Explorer Deck staterooms are comfortably furnished with a junior king size bed which can be separated into two singles. Your private balcony has seating for two.
Promenade Deck Stateroom
Promenade Deck Stateroom – 17sqm
Promenade Deck Staterooms are located below the Explorer Deck and are furnished with a junior king size bed which can be separated into two singles. A large picture window gives you expansive views of the world outside.
Coral Deck Stateroom
Coral Deck Stateroom – 17sqm
Coral Deck Staterooms are located below the Promenade Deck and furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. A porthole window gives you a view of the world outside.
Cruise Dates 2026 & 2027
Kimberley cruises 2026
| Date | From/To | Cruise |
| 19 Mar – 29 Mar 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 23 Apr – 3 May 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 4 May – 14 May 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 14 May – 24 May 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 24 May – 3 Jun 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 3 Jun – 13 Jun 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 14 Jun – 24 Jun 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 24 Jun – 4 Jul 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 4 Jul – 14 Jul 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 14 Jul – 24 Jul 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 25 Jul – 4 Aug 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 21 Sept – 1 Oct 2026 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley & Rowley Shoals |
| 17 Nov – 27 Nov 2026 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley & Rowley Shoals |
Other destinations 2026
For Coral Expeditions trips to PNG, Indonesia, Tasmania, Great Barrier Reef and other destinations, please click here.
Kimberley cruises 2027
| Date | From/To | Cruise |
| 2 Feb – 12 Feb 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley & Rowley Shoals |
| 11 Mar – 21 Mar 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 22 Mar – 1 Apr 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 1 Apr – 11 Apr 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 12 Apr – 22 Apr 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 22 Apr – 2 May 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 3 May – 13 May 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 13 May – 23 May 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 24 May – 3 June 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 3 June – 13 June 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 14 June – 24 June 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 24 June – 4 July 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 5 July – 15 July 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 15 July – 25 July 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 26 July – 5 Aug 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 5 Aug – 15 Aug 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley Cruise |
| 22 Sept – 2 Oct 2027 | Darwin – Broome | 10 Night Kimberley & Rowley Shoals |
| 17 Nov – 27 Nov 2027 | Broome – Darwin | 10 Night Kimberley & Rowley Shoals |
Other destinations 2027
For Coral Expeditions trips to PNG, Indonesia, Tasmania, Great Barrier Reef and other destinations, please click here.
Prices and itineraries
Choose from the itineraries below …
Flexible Expedition Itineraries
These itineraries are only an indication of the destinations visited and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition, your Captain may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.
10 Night Kimberley Cruise
Join Coral Geographer on this classic 10-night Kimberley expedition. Witness the power of nature at the magnificent King George River and its towering twin falls, explore ancient rock art with expert guides and witness diverse marine life and cascading waters at Montgomery Reef. Later in the season, you may also see the majestic humpback whales on their migration north to breeding grounds. Every Kimberley voyage is different.
Cruise Prices 2026 & 2027
| 2026 **NRMA | 2026 Full Fare | Mar-Apr 2027 Special | May-Sept 2027 **NRMA | May-Sept 2027 Full Fare | |
| Rooms | Twin Share | Twin Share | Twin Share | Twin Share | Twin Share |
| Coral Deck Stateroom | $10,720 pp | $13,400 pp | $11,815 pp / $10,633 pp NRMA** | $12,510 pp | $13,900 pp |
| Promenade Deck Stateroom | $13,040 pp | $16,300 pp | $14,365 pp / $12,928 pp NRMA** | $15,210 pp | $16,900 pp |
| Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom | $17,280 pp | $21,600 pp | $18,615 pp / $16,753 pp NRMA** | $19,710 pp | $21,900 pp |
| Bridge Deck Balcony Suite | $23,120 pp | $28,900 pp | $25,415 pp / $22,873 pp NRMA** | $26,910 pp | $29,900 pp |
**NRMA members – Save 20% for new bookings made between 3 March 2026 – 30 June 2026. These savings are not combinable with any other savings/discounts/promotions including Xplorers Club or $499 airfares. Savings are subject to availability on selected dates.
Xplorers Club (repeat guests who have cruised with Coral Expeditions before) receive up to 15% off cruise fares. Ask us if we can combine this with other discounts.
For the opposite direction, the itinerary is in reverse.
Expedition Highlights
- Experience the thrill of riding the Horizontal Falls in inflatable Zodiac tender vessels
- Get up close to Montgomery Reef and discover the tidal reef’s diverse marine life
- Experience King George River and 80m tall twin King George Waterfalls
- Cruise the Prince Regent River to the ‘hanging garden’ King Cascades waterfall
- Visit Indigenous rock art galleries and learn about ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion art
- Spot native wildlife and birdlife in their natural habitat
- View the Kimberley landscape by air on a scenic helicopter flight to Mitchell Falls (additional cost)
- Enjoy sunset canapes and drinks on the beach as dusk settles over the Kimberley
Day 1: Depart Darwin/Broome
Board your vessel at Darwin Fort Hill Wharf at 8:30 am for a 9:00 am departure or arrive at the Mangrove Hotel in Broome at 3:30pm before transferring to Deep Water Port for a 4:00pm boarding. Get settled, explore the ship, then gather for a welcome briefing and sunset drinks as we begin navigating toward the Kimberley coast.
Cruise Highlights
King George River and Falls (Oomari Falls)
Cruise through Gardner Plateau gorges into the mist spray of the dramatic King George Falls, Western Australia’s tallest twin waterfalls. Depending on the season, experience up-close views of honeycomb sandstone formations or thundering waterfalls in the earlier months, in our Xplorer tenders.
Vansittart Bay (Banjal)
Explore Vansittart Bay’s ancient Gwion Gwion rock art galleries and visit Jar Island’s Makassan pottery shards. From the Anjo Peninsula, view the preserved C-53 Skytrooper aircraft wreck, grounded in 1942 and now a haunting historical site reflecting wartime aviation mystery.
Mitchell Falls / Swift Bay
Enjoy helicopter (optional extra) access to Mitchell Falls amid tiered waterfalls and emerald pools, or explore Swift Bay’s cave labyrinth of sandstone tunnels, home to Wandjina and Gwion rock art galleries, before an evening BBQ under the Kimberley’s iconic sunset.
Prince Frederick Harbour and Bigge Island (Wuuyuru)
Cruise into Porosus Creek up Prince Regent River to explore mangrove-lined waterways with sea eagles and mudskippers. Visit Bigge Island (Wuuyuru) to learn about Wunambal culture among monsoon forests, mudflats and coastal ecosystems.
Prince Regent River
Traverse down the straight fault-line of the Prince Regent River by tender to reach King Cascade. From Xplorers’ view, cascading layered falls and lush vegetation, framed by dramatic sandstone walls, rush into the river below.
Careening Bay
Step ashore in Careening Bay to see the historic Mermaid Boab Tree, carved by Lt. King’s carpenter in 1820. Learn the story of HMC Mermaid and explore coastal forests beside pristine ocean waters in this evocative Kimberley bay.
Montgomery Reef (Yowjab)
With 11-metre tides, Montgomery Reef emerges dramatically at low tide. Explore by tender through cascading rock pools and riffles filled with marine life. Watch birds, turtles, dolphins and dugongs feed in this shifting reef ecosystem spectacle.
Doubtful Bay
Discover Doubtful Bay’s remote beauty, hike to Ruby Falls at Red Cone Creek and navigate rock formations to crystal freshwater pools. Enjoy light bushwalking and scenic swimming in a tranquil setting on this secluded stretch.
Horizontal Falls (Lalang-garram) and Buccaneer Archipelago
Witness the rushing waters of Horizontal Falls on Zodiac tenders, classed among the most incredible natural wonders. Then cruise the rugged Buccaneer Archipelago, visiting the Iron Islands and Nares Point before enjoying sunset drinks aboard the ship.
The Lacepede Islands
If tides and weather permit, explore the Lacepede Islands, a Class‑A nature reserve. Witness seabird rookeries, green turtle nesting zones, and glide through coastal lagoons aboard our tenders for an immersive wildlife experience.
Day 11: Arrive in Broome (or Darwin)
Arrive in Broome at 8:00 am or Darwin at 9:00 am and disembark. Transfers to hotels or the airport are included. Extend your journey to explore Cable Beach, Chinatown, Darwin‘s waterfront or the Wave Pool at your leisure.
Embrace the unexpected – it’s part of the adventure. This itinerary is a guide. Your Captain will adjust plans based on weather, tides, wildlife, and opportunities we encounter. Remote communities may be unavailable due to local customs. Flexibility makes expeditions special.
10 Night Coral Frontiers & Kimberley Icons
Join Coral Geographer on this 10-night Kimberley expedition, including a visit to Scott Reef and Ashmore Reef. Witness the power of nature at the magnificent King George River and its towering twin falls, explore ancient rock art with expert guides and swim, dive and snorkel the Kimberley’s offshore reefs.
Cruise Prices 2026 & 2027
| 2026 **NRMA | 2026 & 2027 Full Fare | |
| Rooms | Twin Share | Twin Share |
| Coral Deck Stateroom | $7,360 pp | $9,200 pp |
| Promenade Deck Stateroom | $8,960 pp | $11,200 pp |
| Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom | $11,920 pp | $14,900 pp |
| Bridge Deck Balcony Suite | $14,560 pp | $18,200 pp |
**NRMA members – Save 20% for new bookings made between 3 March 2026 – 30 June 2026. These savings are not combinable with any other savings/discounts/promotions including Xplorers Club or $499 airfares. Savings are subject to availability on selected dates.
Xplorers Club (repeat guests who have cruised with Coral Expeditions before) receive up to 15% off cruise fares. Ask us if we can combine this with other discounts.
Day 1: Depart Darwin/Broome
Start your Kimberley adventure from either Darwin or Broome. Settle into your cabin and meet the expedition team over Captain’s Welcome drinks as we cruise into Western Australian waters.
Darwin departures: Embark at 8:00am for a 9:00am departure.
Broome departures: Meet at the Mangrove Hotel at 3:30pm where you will be transferred to the ship for a 4:00pm embarkation and 5:00pm departure.
*Please note the following below itinerary runs from Darwin to Broome.
Cruise Highlights
King George River and Falls (Oomari Falls)
Cruise through Gardner Plateau gorges into the mist spray of the dramatic King George Falls, Western Australia’s tallest twin waterfalls. Depending on the season, experience up-close views of honeycomb sandstone formations or thundering waterfalls in the earlier months, in our Xplorer tenders.
Ancient Rock Art Galleries
Land at galleries showcasing Wandjina and Gwion Gwion art. These sandstone shelters hold some of Australia’s oldest continuous cultural stories. Our expert guides share the significance of figures painted on rock walls thousands of years ago. Stretch your legs exploring magnificent rock formations that provided perfect canvases for ancient artists.
Ashmore Reef
Visit uninhabited islands where 100,000 seabirds flock annually. This marine park encompasses the West, Middle, and East Islands, as well as their surrounding territorial waters. Declared a National Nature Reserve in 1983, Ashmore Reef hosts over 70 fish species and 255 coral varieties. Watch for nesting marine turtles and migratory birds while snorkelling pristine waters.
Scott Reef
Explore Scott Reef on the continental shelf. Weather permitting, snorkel and dive outer reef walls where diverse coral habitats thrive. The sheer drops and pristine ecosystems showcase nature at its most spectacular. These Timor Sea atolls offer some of the clearest water you’ll find anywhere.
Montgomery Reef (Yowjab)
Twice daily, tidal shifts reveal a massive reef in cascading waterfalls. Named by Phillip Parker King, Montgomery Reef emerges from the Indian Ocean, exposing rock pools and rivulets. Our Zodiacs position you perfectly to witness the spectacle as expedition guides explain the formation of the reef and the behaviour of its wildlife. Birds feed in exposed pools while turtles, dolphins and dugongs hunt in swirling eddies.
Horizontal Falls (Lalang-garram) and Buccaneer Archipelago
Witness rapids through narrow gorges where massive tides create horizontal waterfalls. David Attenborough called this “one of the greatest natural wonders of the world.” Ocean water builds up and forces its way through bottlenecks in the McLarty Ranges, creating rushing seawater falls. Talbot Bay is situated among the 800 islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago.
The Lacepede Islands
If tides and weather permit, explore the Lacepede Islands, a Class‑A nature reserve. Witness seabird rookeries, green turtle nesting zones, and glide through coastal lagoons aboard our tenders for an immersive wildlife experience.
Days 9-10: The Rowley Shoals
Spend two days at The Rowley Shoals reefs of Clerke, Mermaid and Imperieuse, 170 nautical miles offshore. Captain Phillip Parker King named these atolls, offering some of Earth’s best underwater adventures. Shallow lagoons contain 233 coral species and 688 fish species, many of which are found nowhere else. Giant potato cod and Maori wrasse patrol these waters.
Day 11: Arrive in Broome (or Darwin)
Broome arrival: Disembark at 8:00am with transfers to the CBD or airport included. Visit Cable Beach or explore the historic streets of Chinatown.
Darwin arrival: Disembark Fort Hill Wharf at 9:30am with transfers included. Enjoy the tropical city’s waterfront and harbourside Wave Pool.
Embrace the unexpected – it’s part of the adventure. This itinerary is a guide. Your Captain will adjust plans based on weather, tides, wildlife, and opportunities we encounter. Remote communities may be unavailable due to local customs. Flexibility makes expeditions special.
For special offer conditions, see below.
Please visit this page for the full conditions of the $499 flight/hotel package offer https://kimberleycruises.com/flights/
NRMA members – Receive up to 20% off the full cruise fare. Must provide your member number to us when booking your cruise. If you don’t have an NRMA membership, we can provide you with the sign-up link. Cannot combine with any other offer, including the $499 flight offer. Can potentially combine with Xplorers Club discount – please ask us. For new bookings made between 3 March 2026 – 30 June 2026. Savings are subject to availability on selected dates.
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