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Coral Expeditions’ Kimberley cruises explore a rugged land carved by powerful forces of nature, where engorged rivers overflowing with seasonal rains cut a swathe through sandstone cliffs. Natural highlights of a Kimberley expedition include waterfalls, wildlife, and mammoth tidal streams that conceal and reveal this ancient landscape twice daily. Experience a thrilling nature-based adventure riding horizontal tidal waterfalls, splashing beneath cascading falls or swimming in freshwater rock pools, when conditions allow.
A precious wilderness region almost twice the size of the United Kingdom, the Kimberley’s raw, rugged beauty is best seen from the deck of a small expedition ship. Coral Expeditions’ Kimberley cruise season runs between April and September with waterfalls generally at their peak in April and May.
Australian Aboriginals, the world’s oldest living culture, have recorded their connection to country through exquisite rock art galleries many thousands of years old. Wandjina style artworks etched into rock depict creation stories, mythical creatures and wildlife along with centuries-old European contact.
Coral Expeditions has 25 years’ experience cruising the Kimberley with a knowledgeable expedition team providing insightful interpretation. Explore Australia’s Kimberley region on an unforgettable small ship expedition cruise through an ancient landscape where nature takes centre stage and indigenous connections and exploration history abound.
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The reverse direction of our Darwin to Broome expedition. This classic 10-day voyage is an immersion into an ancient land. Covering more than 400,000 square kilometers, yet home to just 30,000 people, the Kimberley Region is acknowledged as one of the world’s most beautiful wilderness areas. Witness magnificent coastal vistas created by towering rock ridges, silent secluded gorges, plunging waterfalls, abundant wildlife, and massive tidal movements.
> Departs April to September 2020 & 2021
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Our classic 10-day voyage is an immersion into an ancient land. Covering more than 400,000 square kilometers, yet home to just 30,000 people, the Kimberley Region is acknowledged as one of the world’s most beautiful wilderness areas. Witness magnificent coastal vistas created by towering rock ridges, silent secluded gorges, plunging waterfalls, abundant wildlife, and massive tidal movements.
> Departs April to September 2020 & 2021
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Celebrate the Mermaid Boab Tree’s Bicentenary. Cruise into Kimberley history as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of Rear-Admiral Philip Parker King’s survey of Australia’s northern coast, and his engraving of the iconic twin trunked Boab Tree in Careening Bay. Guest lecturer Jonathan King PhD, a direct descendant of P.P. King, will also join our expedition onboard Coral Adventurer. Jonathan is an accomplished historian, media commentator and author who will share intimate insights into his ancestor throughout this one-off expedition. We will also be participating in a commemorative ceremony at the famous Mermaid Tree in Careening Bay on 25 September 2020.
> Departs 21 September 2020 onboard Coral Adventurer
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“I have been showing our guests the Kimberley for 20 years and it still gets me excited. There is something new to see, hear and learn every day. There is never a dull moment in this place.”
Jamie Anderson – Expedition Leader
Coral Discoverer starred in the SBS Slow Summer Program: The Kimberley Cruise
Spend a day with the world’s oldest living culture
The Best Time to See the Waterfalls of the Kimberley
Coral Discoverer starred in the SBS Slow Summer Program: The Kimberley Cruise
Coral Geographer launches in January 2021, and is a sister ship to Coral Adventurer.
Coral Adventurer launched in April 2019, and accommodates 120 guests.
Coral Discoverer carries 72 guests and is known for her intimate and comfortable atmosphere.
Coral Discoverer carries 72 guests and is known for her intimate and comfortable atmosphere.
