Eco Abrolhos Cruises

Eco Abrolhos

Special Offer. July and Aug 2025 departures- take off a further $500 pp as an Earlybird discount. Valid Nov 2024 only…..

or Special offer #1: $499 return flights + 1 night hotel. When you book your cruise with us here at the Kimberley Cruise Centre, you pay $499 pp for return flights to/from your cruise plus we give you 1 night of accommodation. Our in-house travel agent will book these flights and the hotel for you.

OR Special offer #2– 2 nights FREE hotel accommodation
When you book your cruise with us here at the Kimberley Cruise Centre, you’ll get 2 nights of accommodation FREE. This is based on accommodations that our staff love, not the cheapest hotels in town! For more details plus conditions, please visit our Specials page https://kimberleycruises.com/special-offers/

Eco Abrolhos

The Eco Abrolhos is a 35m catamaran, accommodating 32 passengers in twin share cabins with en-suites.

There is a large dining and lounge area with a saloon bar which brings all the comforts of home to your cruise. The vessel’s highlight is the top deck, which supplies 360 degree views of the magnificent Kimberley. The loungeroom has a wide range of DVD’s and a small library for those days when you just need to relax.

  • There are 4 deck levels for passengers to explore.
  • The extensive top deck is the perfect place to take in the ever-changing view & to watch the burning red Kimberley sunsets.
  • The main deck is the hub of the vessel activity & includes the lounge, a fully Licensed Bar & the Dining room. This deck has the Muster station & tender loading area.
  • Internal areas of the vessel are air-conditioned.
Eco Abrolhos

Dedicated adventure boats

Eco Abrolhos carries 4x state of the art tender vessels to help us access islands, beaches and rivers with ease. These tenders have been custom built for our needs and were designed specifically for the comfort and safety of our passengers. Our 6 metre tender vessels are extremely comfortable and are surveyed to carry up to 10 people. Each tender has a dropdown staircase built into the bow allowing passengers easy and safe access when boarding or disembarking.

Each tender vessel is fitted with state of the art electronic equipment, dive boards and ladders on the stern and a winch to help when pulling craypots.

Cabins

All cabins have their own ensuite.

Please see the bottom of the page for a deckplan.

Top Deck King Bed Deluxe Stateroom

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Middle Deck King Bed Deluxe Stateroom

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Middle Deck Queen Bed Stateroom

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Main Deck Single Bunk Cabin

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Lower Deck Single Bunk Cabin

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Eco Abrolhos

Cruise Schedule 2025

15 May – 28 May 2025 Broome- Wyndham
30 May – 12 Jun 2025 Wyndham- Broome
14 Jun – 27 Jun 2025 Broome- Wyndham
29 Jun – 12 Jul 2025 Wyndham – Broome
14 Jul – 27 Jul 2025 Broome- Wyndham *Special offer*
29 Jul – 11 Aug 2025 Wyndham – Broome *Special offer*
13 Aug – 26 Aug 2025 Broome- Wyndham *Special offer*
28 Aug – 10 Sep 2025 Wyndham – Broome *Special offer*

Prices and itineraries

Choose from the itineraries below …

Flexible Expedition Itineraries

This itinerary is subject to change and is a guide to the many places we wish to explore with you as a guest on-board the Eco Abrolhos, touring the Kimberley. At times this may vary as all our destinations and time of visitation are at the mercy of the Kimberley’s tides. The Eco Abrolhos Master will be responsive in creating an itinerary that is both safe and in sequence with the natural environment, allowing all of our passengers to enjoy a ‘Trip of a lifetime’.

The Kimberley: 13 nights

Broome to Wyndham northbound itinerary

2025 prices

 

Cabin 2025 2026
Lower Deck Single Bunks $13,115 pp Please enquire
Lower Deck Single Bunks (Sole Use) $15,740 solo
Main Deck King Single Bunks $14,165 pp
Queen/Double Bed Stateroom $16,265 pp
King Bed Deluxe Stateroom $17,840 pp

All prices are per person, twin share except for the Lower Deck Single Bunk.

Multiple Cabin Discounts: Please ask us about discounts for bookings of 2+ cabins.

Cruise fare includes all meals, fishing gear, tours and transfers from Broome & Kununurra to the vessel at the start & end of the trip.

Extras: Traditional Landowners Visitor Passes, optional helicopter over Mitchell Falls, fast boat ride through Horizontal Waterfalls (heli and fast boat are subject to availability), and alcoholic beverages.

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Broome to Wyndham: 13 nights

Also operates in reverse

Welcome to the rugged North! The isolated coastline of the Kimberley region with its majestic gorges and rock pools is truly one of the last untouched wildernesses in the world. Abundant wild life, fresh water and ancient historic sites will make this cruise an unforgettable experience.

Our 13-Night Kimberley cruise is the ultimate way to discover Australia’s Kimberley coast. Eco Abrolhos Kimberley cruises are 13 nights and are planned to take advantage of the tides to maximise the “WOW” factor at places like the Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef and the King George River.

Our experienced guides will take you to a vast range of amazing locations that will vary from day to day.

DAY 1: Depart Broome

Welcome to your trip of a lifetime! You will be greeted in Broome at your hotel by one of the Eco Abrolhos crew, board the coach to transport you to Gantheaume Bay where you will be met by the tender boats and ferried to the Eco Abrolhos. We recommend that you arrive in Broome the day before departure as transfers will commence the following morning from 9am.

Then it’s all aboard the Eco Abrolhos as you meet the crew and go through the onboard vessel safety induction prior to our departure from Broome. An overnight voyage will find you awakening to a geological landscape unique only to the Kimberley.

DAY 1: Yampi Sound – Talbot Bay

Welcome to the Kimberley – feel the whirlpool movements of tidal water beneath your feet as we set out on the tenders to discover one of the many smaller creek systems of the Buccaneer Archipelago, also known as the Bay of 1000 islands.

Let the geological sequence of time unfold before your very eyes as you prepare to visit the renowned Horizontal Falls in Talbot Bay. Finish the day with the first of our many magnificent Kimberley sunsets.

DAY 3: Collier Bay – Doubtful Bay

Today you will experience the natural phenomenon of the Montgomery Reef – terraced waterfalls of ocean water flowing off an exposed coral reef system. A tender ride ensures a closer look at this incredible seascape as we check out the abundant marine life that call this place home.

Cruise into Doubtful Bay as we learn of our First Australians and their long-term connection to Raft Point. Lunchtime onboard the Eco Abrolhos, time to steam to our next destination- Red Cone Creek. Off for a quick splash exploring the Mangrove ecosystem by tender, finding our way to either Sapphire Creek or Ruby Falls.

DAY 4: Camden Harbour – St George Basin

We are now heading north to the ill-fated township of the Camden Harbour Settlement, an incredible story of resilience as we walk in time through the history and ruins that include a short beach landing to Sheep Island and the Camden Harbour Settlement.

A late afternoon cruise through to the Rothsay Waters, where we will venture into Marigui Promontory via the tenders to see remnant rainforest in Palm Valley. An art gallery can be viewed from the comfort of our tenders.

DAY 5: St George Basin – Prince Regent River

An early morning fishing session in the “Land of the Giants” for those that are interested. Soon after, we will be back on-board the Eco Abrolhos cruising through the St George Basin and into the Mighty Prince Regent River National Park. Tender rides will place you beneath the amazing King Cascade.This location provides an adventurous trek and opportunity for a swim on top of the falls or the option to continue further upstream to see the spectacular Cathedral Falls. Return to the Eco Abrolhos for a well-deserved top deck sundowner with nibbles and entertainment.

DAY 6: Prince Regent River – Port Nelson

It’s time to head out on the tenders to discover Camp Creek. Another opportunity to see some of the larger marine reptiles that inhabit this place and, of course, the birdlife of the mangrove lined river system.

Breakfast back on-board the Eco Abrolhos whilst we steam to Port Nelson and visit the most northern reaches of a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Here we will learn of the amazing voyages of Phillip Parker King as we tour Careening Bay and the famous “Mermaid Tree”. Then, it’s back on-board the Eco Abrolhos with a steam to our next destination, Naturalist Island.

DAY 7: Naturalist Island – Hunter River – Prudhoe Island

Wake up to a serene landscape that will take your breath away. During the morning, our helicopter tours (optional extra) will depart from Naturalist Island and encompass the spectacular Mitchell Falls and surrounds.

An option for a scenic tender excursion of the Hunter River to experience some wildlife encounters of the Kimberley. Then it’s back on-board the Eco Abrolhos for a bite to eat as we begin our voyage further north through the Scott Strait to arrive at a secluded anchorage near Prudhoe Island.

DAY 8: Prudhoe Island

An opportunity to try your hand at pelagic fishing, a session looking for some larger predators such as mackerel, tuna and queen fish. After fishing, we venture around the islands in search of turtle, dugong and crocodiles on the island outcrop. The local Wunambal Gaambera people would ask a great sea Wandjina
Guyarra for a seasons blessing before foraging for food this far off the coastline.

The geological make-up of these islands is fascinating and breath taking as well.
It’s time to pull the anchor as we head due east towards Swift Bay.

DAY 9: Swift Bay – Port Warrender

We head out early to experience a Wandjina Rock Art Site, a place of great significance to the Wunambal Gaambera people of the North Kimberley.

We now steam to Port Warrender and the picturesque Osborne Islands. On arrival to the Osborne Islands, we take a tender tour of this area where we visit a Pearl Farm (subject to availability), a historical shipwreck and an ancient rock art site. So much to explore and learn here, time to rest up whilst we cruise through to Vansittart Bay.

DAY 10: Vansittart Bay

It’s an early morning as we head out on the tenders to a not so well-known World War 2 historical site. After a short and easy stroll, we encounter what now remains of this historical event of time. You can be sure that our Eco-guides will point out the natural vegetation, including patches of native grassland and wildflowers along the way.

After a scrumptious breakfast, it is time to visit the mysterious Jar Island where we will view an ancient art gallery lost in time. This is yet another place that clearly depicts the early occupation of Indigenous Australia adding another form of rock art known locally as Gwion Gwion (or Bradshaw) to your visit to the Kimberley.

After returning to the Eco Abrolhos for lunch, we are now heading to the southernmost point of Vansittart Bay.

DAY 11: Vansittart Bay – Broome Napier Bay

The tenders are all ready to go again, it’s a beach landing at Rocky Cove. Here, we will take you on a hike along a winding rocky path to experience scattered rock art sites that without explanation can show clearly a connection to Indigenous Australia.

Eco Abrolhos crew will weigh anchor to make our way through to Broome Napier Bay and the amazing Drysdale River. The tenders will head off to the farther reaches of this river to explore a unique landscape where the freshwater meets the saltwater. Heading off once again through to Koolama Bay, put your feet up and enjoy the ride.

DAY 12: Koolama Bay – King George River

Welcome to Koolama Bay, a site named after the vessel SS Koolama. Take in an early account of the WW2 bombing that took place here. It’s now time to head out on our tenders to explore the overwhelming King George River, a river that boasts the highest twin waterfalls in Western Australia. This is not to be missed as these falls are not only a spectacular sight, but this is also an opportunity for a fresh waterfall shower from one of our comfortable tenders.

Then, it’s time to soak in another amazing day in the Kimberley with a quiet beverage and relaxed conversation.

DAY 13: Berkeley River – Cambridge Gulf

As we cross the mouth of the Berkeley River and head to its extremity to our anchorage, it is time for a scenic tender ride. Here, you will capture the Malcom Douglas Falls whilst keeping a close lookout for the elusive short eared rock wallaby and the majestic birds of prey that frequent this place.

On our way back to the Eco Abrolhos you can be sure to visit the Casuarina Falls. A natural amphitheatre carved out in time.

On returning to the Eco Abrolhos, we now head out of the Berkeley River toward the Cambridge Gulf and the Lynne River.

DAY 14: Cambridge Gulf

Up nice and early to witness the incoming tidal movement into the Cambridge Gulf as we make our way to Wyndham. Here we will dock alongside the Wyndham wharf ready for our final goodbye and departure to shore. Transport will be provided to take you to your destination in Kununurra. There will be a coach to provide hotel or airport transfers back to Kununurra arriving around midday, if booking a flight ex Kununurra please leave till late afternoon to allow for any delays.

The Kimberley: 13 nights

Wyndham to Broome southbound itinerary

2025 prices

 

Cabin 2025 2026
Lower Deck Single Bunks $13,115 pp Please enquire
Lower Deck Single Bunks (Sole Use) $15,740 solo
Main Deck King Single Bunks $14,165 pp
Queen/Double Bed Stateroom $16,265 pp
King Bed Deluxe Stateroom $17,840 pp

All prices are per person, twin share except for the Lower Deck Single Bunk.

Multiple Cabin Discounts: Please ask us about discounts for bookings of 2+ cabins.

Cruise fare includes all meals, fishing gear, tours and transfers from Broome & Kununurra to the vessel at the start & end of the trip.

Extras: Traditional Landowners Visitor Passes, optional helicopter over Mitchell Falls, fast boat ride through Horizontal Waterfalls (heli and fast boat are subject to availability), and alcoholic beverages.

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Wyndham to Broome: 13 nights

Also operates in reverse

Welcome to the rugged North! The isolated coastline of the Kimberley region with its majestic gorges and rock pools is truly one of the last untouched wildernesses in the world. Abundant wild life, fresh water and ancient historic sites will make this cruise an unforgettable experience.

Our 13-Night Kimberley cruise is the ultimate way to discover Australia’s Kimberley coast. Eco Abrolhos Kimberley cruises are 13 nights and are planned to take advantage of the tides to maximise the “WOW” factor at places like the Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef and the King George River.

Our experienced guides will take you to a vast range of amazing locations that will vary from day to day.

DAY 1: Depart Wyndham – Cambridge Gulf

Welcome to your trip of a lifetime! You will be collected from your accommodation in Kununurra by a coach and transferred to Wyndham to meet up with the Eco Abrolhos (approx 1 hour bus ride). We advise that you should arrive in Kununurra the day before departure as transfers will commence early the following morning.

It’s all aboard the Eco Abrolhos; meet the crew as we take you through the onboard vessel safety induction prior to our departure from Wyndham. We are using the tidal movement into the Cambridge Gulf to explore its vast mudflats and fringing colonies of mangroves.

We may stop for an afternoon explore – enjoy your first Kimberley sunset on top of our viewing deck. If tides permit we will continue on to the Berkeley River. With an overnight voyage, you will awaken to a geological landscape unique only to the Kimberley.

DAY 2: Cambridge Gulf – Berkeley River

Awaken to the beautiful scenery of the Berkeley River. Take a journey out on the tenders to explore the mangroves and all that lives within them. Get up nice and close to Casuarina Falls, our first waterfall stop. This is a natural amphitheatre carved out in time. After lunch, we will see the Eco cross the mouth of the Berkeley River and head to our anchorage, best enjoyed from the magnificent view on the top deck.

It’s time for a scenic tender ride. Here, you will capture the Malcom Douglas Falls whilst keeping a close lookout for the elusive short eared rock wallaby and the majestic birds of prey that frequent this place. Finish the day taking in the picturesque landscape.

DAY 3: Berkeley River – Koolama Bay/King George River

The Eco will set off at high tide to cross the river mouth bar and back out into the Bonaparte Gulf, enroute to the mighty King George River. After a WW2 story involving the state ship MV Koolama you will be immersed in true geological wonder as the tenders take you upstream through the overwhelming King George River, which boasts the highest twin waterfalls in WA. This is not to be missed as these falls are not only a spectacular sight, but this is also an opportunity for a fresh waterfall shower from one of our comfortable tenders.

After your spectacular adventure it is back to the Eco for sunset drinks.

DAY 4: Napier Broome Bay – Vansittart Bay

Eco Abrolhos crew will weigh anchor to make our way through to Napier Broome Bay and the amazing Drysdale River. This is one of the longest river systems in the Kimberley. The tenders will head off to the farther reaches of this river to explore a unique landscape where the freshwater meets the saltwater.

The tenders are all ready to go again, so it’s a beach landing at Rocky Cove. Here, we will take you on a hike along a winding rocky path to experience scattered rock art sites that without explanation can show clearly a connection to indigenous Australia. There will be an opportunity to go fishing. After exploring the Drysdale River, enjoy a relaxing afternoon cruising through to Vansittart Bay.

DAY 5: Vansittart Bay

It’s an early morning as we head out on the tenders to a not so well-known World War 2 historical site. After a short and easy stroll, we encounter what now remains of this historical event of time. You can be sure that our eco-guides will point out the natural vegetation, including patches of native grassland and wildflowers along the way.

After a scrumptious breakfast, it is time to visit the mysterious Jar Island where we will view an ancient art gallery lost in time. This is yet another place that clearly depicts the early occupation of indigenous Australia adding another form of rock art known locally as Gwion Gwion or (Bradshaw) to your visit to the Kimberley.

After returning to the Eco Abrolhos for lunch, we are now heading to the southernmost point of Vansittart Bay.

DAY 6: Vansittart Bay – Osborne Islands

We head out early to experience a Wandjina Rock Art Site, a place of great significance to the Wunambal Gaambera people of the north Kimberley. We now steam to Port Warrender and the picturesque Osborne Islands home to fertile pearling grounds. On arrival to the Osborne Islands, we take a tender tour of this area where we visit a pearl farm (subject to availability), a historical shipwreck and an ancient rock art site. Back onboard will see us venture further west.

DAY 7: Naturalist Island – Hunter River – Port Nelson

Enjoy your breakfast at this serene landscape that is truly breathtaking. During the morning, our helicopter tours (optional extra) will depart from Naturalist Island and encompass the spectacular Mitchell Falls and surrounds. If you are not flying, there is an option for a scenic tender excursion of the Hunter River to experience some wildlife encounters of the Kimberley.

Back on-board the Eco Abrolhos for lunch as we begin our voyage further south west through to Port Nelson to visit a historic boab tree in the Prince Regent River National Park. We will arrive at a secluded anchorage near Prudhoe Island for the overnight. Enjoy the remote wilderness of the Kimberley.

DAY 8: Port Nelson – Prince Regent River

An early morning wake up will reward those with beautiful scenery cruising into St George Basin and the Prince Regent River. After lunch, it’s off to see the Prince Regent River in the tenders. Two of the most spectacular waterfalls the Kimberley has to offer are in this river system, with an option to have a refreshing swim above the King Cascade. This gem is a hidden oasis.

Dress up in your Hawaiian gear and meet on the top deck for a barbecue and take in the 360 degree views of this stunning river system.

DAY 9: Prince Regent River – Hanover Bay

An early morning fishing session will allow a keen angler to catch a fish for lunch or dinner. For those not interested in fishing, you can head off in the tenders to explore some of the Prince Regent’s magnificent side tributaries of birdlife and reptilian activity along the mangrove-lined river system.

Enjoy lunch whilst cruising out of the Prince Regent River via St George Basin and witness the tidal currents that have gouged their way into this waterway.

Hanover Bay will provide a perfect anchorage for the night and if time permits we will head ashore to walk in the footsteps of the early European explorers.

DAY 10: Hanover Bay – Camden Harbour – Doubtful Bay

We are now heading south to the ill-fated township of Camden Harbour Settlement, an incredible story of resilience as we walk in time through the history and ruins that include a short beach landing to Sheep Island and the Camden Harbour Settlement.

We will continue our journey south past Kuri Bay into the whale breeding grounds of Camden Sound and further onward to Doubtful Bay.

DAY 11: Doubtful Bay – Montgomery Reef

An early morning sunrise in Red Cone Creek and then off for a quick splash exploring the mangrove ecosystem by tender, finding our way to either Sapphire Creek or Ruby Falls.

Cruise out of Doubtful Bay as we learn of our first Australians and their long-term connection to the magnificent Raft Point.

The afternoon will be spent exploring one of the Kimberley’s must-see attractions Montgomery Reef, a natural phenomenon. A tender ride ensures a closer look at this incredible seascape as we check out the abundant marine life that call this place home. These saltwater terraced waterfalls fall off the world’s largest inshore reef systems.

Top off your day with a drink watching the sunset behind the reef as we depart and make our way to Talbot Bay.

DAY 12: Talbot Bay

You will see the geological sequence of time unfold before your very eyes as you prepare to visit the renowned Horizontal Falls. Later in the day you will experience some other wonders of Talbot Bay, being Cyclone Creek or Dugong Bay, both of which will hold geological wonders that we haven’t seen yet on our journey.

A final top deck sundowner to reminisce about your adventures and the spectacular scenery you have seen along the way.

DAY 13: Talbot Bay – Cone Bay – Cape Leveque

Enjoy the cruise out of Talbot Bay and witness the seams of iron ore exposed in some of the rock face as we make our way past Iron Islands, Koolan and Cockatoo Islands. Further west, we will come across the Buccaneer Archipelago also known as the bay of 1000 Islands.

We’ll continue our journey to Broome via King Sound. The tides here are the most ferocious and Eco Abrolhos will be dancing in the water movement as she heads towards Cape Leveque. Finally, there’s one last captivating Kimberley sunset on your Eco Abrolhos cruise, making new friends and memories.

DAY 14: Broome

We will all be up nice and early as we make our way to Broome. We will transit past Cable Beach, Gantheaume Point and into Roebuck Bay. We will say our final goodbyes and ensure a smooth departure with a complimentary coach to transfer you to your accommodation or the airport. If you are departing Broome on this day, please book a flight in the afternoon to allow time for any unexpected delays.