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This adventure takes place on WUNAMBAL GAAMBERA, WORRORRA and NGARINYIN Country. We acknowledge their enduring connection with this Country, as they are the traditional custodians of this land, and we journey in respect of their Country.
The Kimberley region of Western Australia is one of the world's last great wilderness areas. The coastline is simply spectacular with deep gorges, coral reefs, mangroves and huge tides providing some of the many natural highlights. Utilising a 20 berth expedition cruise boat, you can access some of the Kimberley's wildest coastline in comfort, avoiding the need for weeks of punishing overland 4WD travel to experience the magic of this rugged region. The cruise north of Broome will explore some of the Kimberley's best kept secrets and place you amongst her astonishing beauty and diversity. During your days on board the Odyssey, the accent will be on day walks and shore explorations including visits to the Lacepede Islands, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Water Falls, Sale River, Prince Regent River, King Cascade and Camp Creek to mention just a few destinations. From Naturaliste Island you'll enjoy a stunning helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls to join your charter flight back to Broome where this extraordinary wilderness experience concludes.
133kg of CO2-e PP per day
(929kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
Day 1
Welcome aboard in Broome
Our crew are looking forward to meeting you. Our charter bus will pick you up from your accommodation at 9.00am & transport you to Gantheaume Point where our tender vessel, “Homer” will transfer you out to the Odyssey, the first of many trips in the tender.After a safety briefing, an introduction and a light brunch you can settle into your new home for the next 9 days. You may wish to stroll around the decks, enjoy the fresh sea air or just sit back and relax while observing the amazing colours of our northern coastal beaches drift by as we start our journey north.
Meals: L,D
Day 2
Buccaneer Archipelago, Crocodile Creek & Horizontal Falls
Relax, sit back and enjoy a satisfying breakfast & take in the scenery as we cruise through the magnificent Buccaneer Archipelago, consisting of more than 800 islands & with a tidal range of over 10m. Named by Philip Parker King in 1820 in memory of William Dampier, a supposed Buccaneer for the king of the time. We head over to Crocodile Creek where it's time to swim in a freshwater hole at the top of the waterfall. Cruise to Talbot Bay and experience the iconic Horizontal Falls with an exhilarating boat ride through the Horizontal Falls, then explore the spectacular geology and scenery of Cyclone Creek. Enjoy an overnight stay in Talbot Bay.
Meals: B,L,D
Day 3
Red Cone Creek - Ruby Falls
At Montgomery Reef we take a cruise in Homer for a closer look at the marine life turtles, dugong, crocodiles and bird life. Water cascades from the reef on a falling tide exposing a privileged glimpse of another world! Journey to Doubtful Bay, passing the scenic Raft Point and Steep Island arriving into Red Cone Creek. We board “Homer” for a leisurely cruise and a refreshing swim at the beautiful Ruby Falls.
Day 4
Brecknock Harbour - Kuri Bay - Sheep Island
Today we cruise through Camden Sound to Brecknock Harbour and Kuri Bay, the location of Paspaley Pearls remote base in the Kimberley. Over to Camden Harbour and go ashore at Sheep Island to visit the last resting place of Mary Jane Pascoe. Hear the story of the ill fated settlement of the Camden Harbour Pastoral Association. Cruise past Augustus Island to Hanover Bay for a beach walk and a bonfire before dinner.
Day 5
Prince Regent River - Kings Cascade - Cathedral Falls
The incoming tide will carry us deep into the Prince Regent River today, prepare to get wet on the bow of Odyssey as we nose into the Kings Cascade. Hike to the top of the falls for a swim in the large freshwater swimming hole. After lunch, we board Homer to view the thundering Cathedral Falls and have a refreshing dunk on the bow of Homer. Fishing in the afternoon and overnight in the Prince Regent River.
Day 6
Prince Regent River - Fishing - Camp Creek
Still within the Prince Regent River gives you an opportunity for an early morning fish before visiting the freshwater swimming holes at Camp Creek. After spending time cooling off, it’s back to Odyssey to take the outgoing tide of the Prince Regent. Watch the sunset over St George Basin while enjoying your catch for dinner prepared by your chef.
Day 7
Careening Bay
Early morning journey to Careening Bay Once there we visit the Mermaid Boab tree made famous by Philip Parker King, who charted the Kimberley waters between 1818-1820. The carpenter recorded their time in this area by engraving a large Boab tree with the letters ‘HMC Mermaid 1820’. We go ashore and spend time understanding the history. Later on we cruise north to your next location, Prince Frederick Harbour.
Day 8
Prince Frederick Harbour - Roe River - Porosus Creek
Boarding "Homer" today we explore the Roe River which will include crocodile spotting, a look at the local flora and fauna and a freshwater swim. After lunch, we try our hand at fishing from our tenders. Time to enjoy a cold beverage while our chef prepares your catch of the day for dinner on board Odyssey. Enjoy the sunset from our secluded anchorage in Porosus Creek.
Day 9
Prince Frederick Harbour - Hunter River - Mitchell Falls
This day has come all too soon, but the adventure is not over yet, you still have an action packed day ahead. Today we are within the Prince Frederick Harbour & the Hunter River. The Hunter presents perhaps the most spectacular river scenery in Western Australia, with grand red cliffs towering above mangrove fringed rivers. After an early breakfast Our expert guides will show you hidden wonders of this areas wildlife focusing on the bird life and crocodiles, you may spot an elusive Chestnut Rail on the mud banks, Giant Egrets or the huge Great Billed Heron within the tops of the mangroves or the ever present Saltwater Croc lurking below.After an early lunch you'll take a seaplane our pilot will then take you to out along the coastline back to Broome. On your arrival back into Broome you will be transferred back to your accommodation, we will arrive back in Broome in the mid-afternoon.
Meals: B,L
What's included
What's not included
This adventure requires a reasonable level of fitness, and we believe that any adventure holiday is more enjoyable if you are reasonably fit. During the day you’ll carry your own daypack, in which you’ll have your lunch, a water bottle, camera, etc. Apart from making the walk easier, your level of fitness can help you acclimatise, so we suggest a bit of preparation for your adventure in the Kimberley!
Per Person, Twin Share
Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆
By joining this trip you are directly supporting positive impact projects in line with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
We’ve offset the carbon emitted by this trip by purchasing credits that support important projects that address the UN’s seventeen SDGs, like reducing poverty, affordable and clean energy, reducing hunger, clean water and climate action.
Proceeds from this adventure purchase carbon credits through the world’s largest and most awarded carbon project developer, South Pole, which are invested into projects accelerating the transition to renewable energy sources in developing countries.
Supported projects are based on internationally recognised standards and are third-party audited. They entail a series of positive impacts on the ground, which benefit local communities and ecosystems, that are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
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Discovery and Cruising