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Kimberley Cruise
Kimberley Cruise
Darwin - Broome
Prices From
$18,100NZD
per person twin share
Travel Dates
Depart: Thu 08 Aug 2024- Return: Thu 22 Aug 2024
Duration: 14 days
JOIN US ON A THRILLING IN – DEPTH EXPLORATION OF AUSTRALIA’S WORLD – FAMOUS KIMBERLEY COAST ABOARD THE LUXURIOUS EXPEDITION SHIP HERITAGE ADVENTURER.
This wild and remote coastline boasts towering, fractured iron-tinged red cliffs, waterfalls, azure waters, hidden coves and caves, secluded white sand beaches, magnificent reefs and rare and endangered wildlife with indigenous customs and connections to an ancient land.
An added tour bonus will include three nights in the Capital of the Northern Territory Darwin.
Your travel itinerary
Thursday 08 August
Auckland - Darwin
A morning departure from Auckland on QANTAS for our flight to Darwin via Melbourne. On arrival we transfer to our inner-city hotel.
Friday 09 August
Darwin
Breakfast
Dinner
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour which includes Darwin’s history and landscapes, the Botanical Gardens, the Northern Territory Museum and
art gallery. Afternoon free before a sunset harbour cruise including dinner.
Saturday 10 August
Darwin – Litchefield National Park – Darwin
Breakfast
Lunch
An early morning start for the drive to Litchfield National Park. View the termite mounds and the spectacular double waterfall of Florence Falls.
Marvel at the water cascading down into the deep waterhole at the base of the falls.
Sunday 11 August
Darwin – Heritage Explorer
Breakfast
Dinner
After a leisurely morning we board the Heritage Adventurer in the port ofDarwin. Time to familiarise yourself with the ship. This evening join the
expedition team in the observation lounge as you set sail from Darwin.
Monday 12 August
Kimberley Cruising
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Today we settle into life onboard. Relax and enjoy the facilities and prepare for the adventures ahead. Why not join an onboard lecture, take a dip in the pool or watch for sea birds from the observation deck.
Tuesday 13 August
King George River
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Our approach to King George River gorge is not to be missed. Towering 2,000 million-year-old Warton sandstone cliffs dwarf our vessel. Take your first excursion by zodiac craft and marvel at the spectacle of the Kimberley’s highest single-drop falls as they plummet 80 metres over the edge of towering ancient red sandstone cliffs.
Wednesday 14 August
Vansittart Bay
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
This morning we awake to pristine white beaches lapped by turquoise waters, secluded coves and stunning scenery. Here is also the final resting
place of a WWII Douglas DC-3 Aircraft and incredible ancient Aboriginal
rock art. The area is also home to some interesting flora and fauna
including the Golden-backed Tree Rat, echidnas and birdlife.
Thursday 15 August
Swift Bay
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Today we navigate the Bonaparte Archipelago where our destination is Swift Bay with its sandy beaches, ominous sea-worn caves and mangroves. A Zodiac cruise here allows a closer look at this incredible coastline where we will also likely observe salt water crocodiles.
Friday 16 August
Hunter River
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
The Hunter River region is widely considered to be one of the highlights
of the Kimberley coast. Fed by two 90-metre waterfalls the Hunter River is home to one of the largest and most pristine mangrove systems in the world. We cruise by zodiac craft spotting diverse wildlife including White-bellied Sea Eagles, Osprey, Great-billed Heron and more.
Saturday 17 August
Careening Bay
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Today we continue into this protected area which is home to the spectacular Kings Cascades and Prince Regent River. At Hanover Bay we will enjoy a Zodiac cruise of St George Basin with its spectacular scenery and on to the majestic King Cascade Falls.
Sunday 18 August
and Monday 19 Collier Bay
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
At Talbot Bay we will experience the power of the region’s massive tidal movements which have shaped the landscape, most famously the world’s
only Horizontal Falls. At nearby Cyclone Creek we will explore the twisted geological folds of the ancient seabed and at Montgomery Reef we watch this enormous reef ‘rise’ from the ocean as the tide falls creating torrents and waterfalls up to 3-metres high.
Tuesday 20 August
Lacepede Islands
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Today we explore the incredible wildlife reserve and birding paradise of the Lacepede Islands. Here we find what is thought to be the largest
breeding colony of Brown Boobies, up to 18,000 pairs, in the world. In addition the area is the most important breeding grounds for
Green Turtles. Other wildlife which call these remarkable islands home include Roseate Terns, Masked Boobies, Australian Pelicans and much more.
Wednesday 21 August
Broome
Breakfast
Dinner
This morning we arrive in Broome, a former wild frontier now relaxed tropical beach resort and gateway to the Kimberley. Farewell dinner
Thursday 22 August
Broome – Sydney
Breakfast
After a leisurely morning we fly to sydney with an overnight at Sydney Airport.
Inclusions
• QANTAS economy flights Auckland – Melbourne - Darwin // Broome - Melbourne – Auckland
• Three night’s accommodation in Darwin
• Darwin City Sights Tour
• One night accommodation in Melbourne
• Darwin Sunset Dinner Cruise
• Litchfield National Park Tour
• 10 nights onboard the Heritage Adventurer in a stateroom of your choice
• All meals onboard the Heritage Adventurer
• Drinks with lunch and dinner onboard – house wine, beer & soft drinks
• All shore excursions and Zodiac Cruises
• Onboard lecturers by noted naturalists
• The services of the experienced onboard expedition crew
• One night in Broome
• Half Day Broome Tour
• Farewell Dinner in Broome
• Pukekohe Travel escort - subject to 15 persons travelling
Cost
| ESTIMATED Cost Per Person * Auckland - Auckland | Twin Share | Single |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Suite | $23,751 | N/A |
| Superior Deck 5 | $16,655 | $20,895 |
| Superior Deck 4 | $16,185 | N/A |
| Main Deck Single | N/A | $19,997 |
Business Class Upgrade - Price on Application
*This is a cash price. Credit cards will incur a 1.5% fee
*Itinerary and costs subject to change, airline and fuel charges and currency fluctuations prior to final payment
Exclusions
• Items of a personal nature
• Travel Insurance (please ask us for a quote)
• Airline and airport taxes (approx. $300)
• Suggested gratuities $US10 per person per day
• Onboard laundry available
• Items not specified
Booking Conditions
• A non-refundable deposit of $3,500 per person will secure a place on the tour
• Full payment is due no later than 28 April 2024
Cancellations
• From the date of booking to 28 April 2024– loss of deposit
• After 28 April 2024 – no refund
Travel Insurance
• Travel insurance is essential. Do not leave home without it – please ask for a quote.
General Information
Documentation
• A current passport is required, valid six months beyond date of travel
• No visa is required for New Zealand Passport holders
• All other passport holders – please ask
• International Vaccine passport
• Australian Travel Declaration
• New Zealand Travel Declaration
Currency
• USD on board the Heritage Adventurer
Clothing
Daytime – comfortable touring clothes, good walking shoes. Evening – smart casual
Temperatures Max Min
Darwin 31 ˚c 19 ˚c
Broome 29 ˚c 14 ˚c
Health and Fitness
A good standard of fitness is required for this tour. The ability to step into and out of the zodiac craft will enhance your expedition experience.
We except you will arrive on tou fit, healthy and ready to travel.
Ship Information
Terms and Conditions
• For full terms and conditions please visit our website www.pukekohetravel.co.nz/termsandconditions or please ask our tour consultant for a copy
Note:
Pukekohe Travel reserves the right to correct errors and omissions on our website without recourse.
* Itinerary subject to change
Prices From
$18,100NZD
per person twin share
Travel Dates
- Depart: Thu 08 Aug 2024
- Return: Thu 22 Aug 2024
- Duration: 14 days
