Expedition cruise to the remote Kimberley coast
Explore Australia’s Kimberley on an unforgettable small ship adventure with the experts. Learn from our knowledgeable expedition team who share their passion for this land. Our ships and Xplorer tenders are built for the Kimberley region. For 35 years, we have been refining this classic Australian adventure.
GET YOUR KIMBERLEY CRUISE GUIDE
Our classic 10-night voyage explores this rugged land carved by the powerful forces of nature. Thrilling rides through Horizontal Falls, showers under King Cascade, ancient rock art, crocodiles basking on rock ledges – this is a truly Australian adventure.
Cruise, Fly & Explore – Kimberley
Explorer Package
Departs April to September 2025 – 2026
Discover natural cave galleries and rock formations to reveal Wandjina and Gwion Gwion figures. Travel deep into the King George and Berkeley River systems to witness a landscape carved by the powerful forces of tides and monsoon rains.
Departs July 2025
Combine our classic Kimberley itinerary with the spectacular Rowley Shoals Marine Park and Ashmore Reef. Witness the Kimberley’s magnificent coastal vistas and finish off the voyage with some of the best snorkelling and diving.
Departs March & September 2025
EXPEDITION: KIMBERLEY DOCUMENTARY
Follow the journey of our 10-night voyage along the remote Kimberley coastline.
Get Your 2024 Kimberley Cruise Guide
Crafted to spark the spirit of adventure, the guide comprehensively covers all the details of sailing along the rugged Kimberley coastline on expedition. It provides details on the fleet, highlights of the voyage, maps with itinerary locations, and celebrates exploring the region with an Australian-owned operator.
Receive a free printed copy of our 2024 Kimberley Cruise Guide mailed to you, or view online below.
Exploring The Kimberley with Coral Expeditions
When we conducted the first exploratory cruise in the Kimberley over thirty five years ago, tourism there was unknown. Our pioneering crew had to rely on fishing lore to navigate uncharted local waters. But we fell in love with that vast expanse, carved by the powerful forces of nature – wind, rain and tidal flows. Since then, we have built our operations around the Kimberley. Our expedition crew are local experts who have been studying and exploring the region for decades. Today, we are proud to operate three Australian expedition ships in the Kimberley from April to September each year. Every voyage is different, with new discoveries and experiences.
Coral Expeditions Ships In The Kimberley
Our three Australian-flagged expedition ships are designed for the Kimberley region, featuring wraparound decks, private balconies, and outdoor dining to enjoy the balmy air and glorious Kimberley sunsets. Open-sided Xplorer tender boats allow you to take in the magnificent cliffs and thundering waterfalls up-close while sheltered from the harsh Kimberley sun.
Known for her yacht-like, intimate and comfortable atmosphere
Launched in 2019 and is a modern expedition ship designed for remote Australian shores.
Launched in 2021 and is the sister ship to Coral Adventurer with additional bridge deck suites.
Posts from our Kimberley voyages
We`ve got the Kimberley blues this morning as we only have one month left in this stunning region before we set sail across new shores!
📸Naill and Allen
Aug 19
So, you`ve booked a Kimberley trip but aren`t sure what to wear?
Thankfully a holiday is a great excuse to go shopping...
For excursions, pack lightweight, layerable clothing—shorts, skirts, or roll-up pants for wet landings, and a long-sleeved shirt for sun and mosquito protection. Comfortable walking shoes and wet landing footwear like reef walkers are essential. Don’t forget a sunhat, sunglasses, and hydration gear like a Camelbak. A small waterproof day pack will keep your essentials safe during excursions.
Onboard, you can expect a relaxed, smart-casual environment—no suit or tie necessary.
For those of you who have travelled to the Kimberley recently is there anything you wish you had packed more or less of? Let us know in the comments below ⬇️
Aug 14
KIMBERLEY TIP: When sailing through Porosus Creek, keep your binoculars and camera at the ready!
Look up from the water and peer deep into the mangroves - you might spot some scaly friends…
📸 Captured by Expedition Team member Bia
Aug 12
The incredible King George Falls still stuns even during the end of the Kimberley season 💦
Repost - content captured by @vicariouslyvisual
#kimberleyaustralia #kinggeorgefalls #westernaustralia #traveldestination #expeditioncruising #experiencewa #dronephotography
Aug 9
Would you rather be 45 minutes late to dinner...
A.) Because you were stuck in traffic 🚖
OR
B.) Because you got to witness the most spectacular whale show 🐋
We choose B!
While Coral Discoverer was at anchor guests in the Kimberley were treated to whales playing at the bow for 45 minutes interrupting pre dinner drinks and dinner service.
📸 Drone shot by Logan
Aug 4
Recent wildlife shots from our Kimberley voyages...
Check out that snake! 🤔
📸 Expedition Team members, Sara, Lachy & Will
Jul 29
On the Anjo Peninsula lays the well-preserved wreckage of a US Airforce C-53 Skytrooper aircraft, the result of a pilot losing his bearings flying from Perth to Broome in 1942 and putting down on a salt pan near present-day Truscott Airbase.
Discover the Kimberley voyage here: https://www.coralexpeditions.com/au/destinations/the-kimberley/the-kimberley-cruise/#itinerary
Jul 25
It`s time to trade in your cold winter`s mornings for winter with the whales in the Kimberley 🐋
📸 Expedition Team Member Ben
Jul 22
With only 16 departure dates left for this year`s Kimberley season there has never been a better time to explore. Save up to 25% with us on our Winter & Whales season.
Contact our team to learn how you can get on a Kimberley voyage this year!
Call: 1800 079 545
Email: [email protected].
Visit: https://www.coralexpeditions.com/au/destinations/the-kimberley/
📸 @laj_wild.life
Jul 1
Do you ever find yourself in awe of The Kimberley`s Geology?
Location: Edeline Island in the Kimberley
Jun 24
Guests ticking off Kimberley bucket list experiences.
Beach drinks with a full glass of bubbles ✔️
Dancing on the beach at sunset ✔️
Jun 18
From the depths of Porosus Creek in The Kimberley
📸Shot by our expedition team member Will
Jun 18
Our Kimberley Articles
NOMADasaurus Take the Islands of Indonesia
Indigenous Seasons of the Kimberley Region
The Best Time to See the Waterfalls of the Kimberley
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