2019 VOYAGES. New Guinea DISCOVER THE LAND THAT TIME FORGOT PAPUA NEW GUINEA WEST PAPUA SPICE ISLANDS & RAJA AMPAT

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1 2019 VOYAGES New Guinea DISCOVER THE LAND THAT TIME FORGOT PAPUA NEW GUINEA WEST PAPUA SPICE ISLANDS & RAJA AMPAT

2 welcome to our 2019 season Dancers at Tuam Island The Land that Time Forgot New Guinea s vast remoteness, hidden communities, and extensive coastline make it uniquely suited to small ship expedition cruising. With our in-house New Guinea experts and local guides, we have developed five unique expedition departures for One of these cruises has been specially curated to immerse you into the art and craft tradition of New Guinea, amongst the richest in the world. Come and join us as we make full use of the capabilities of our brand new ship, Coral Adventurer, to explore deep into New Guinea.

3 Frontier lands of papua new guinea Dancers in Dregerhafen 12 NIGHTS IN THE LAND THAT TIME FORGOT Itinerary 12 nights BETWEEN cairns AND madang DAY 1: Cairns DAY 2: Coral Sea crossing DAY 3: Samarai & Sewa Bay DAY 4: Dei Dei Springs & Dobu Island DAY 5: Kuiawa, Trobriand Islands DAY 6: MacLaren Harbour & Tufi Fjords DAY 7: Buna & Sanananda DAY 8: Morobe Harbour DAY 9: Lababia & Fly Islands DAY 10: Dregerhafen DAY 11: Expedition Island Stop DAY 12: Sepik River & Manam Island DAY 13: Madang EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Enter the mouth of the Sepik River, one of the world s great river systems, and visit the famous Sepik market for masks and carvings See Manam Motu, one of Papua New Guinea s most active volcanos Enjoy high-spirited welcomes, dances, and sing sings Ride on outrigger canoes with local guides Visit WWII battle sites at Buna & Sanananda Hear the mythical and spiritual tales of the Dei Dei springs Enjoy snorkelling and diving on vibrant reefs, or kayak through rainforested fjords Sepik River Madang PAPUA NEW GUINEA Manam Island Cairns Lababia Port Moresby Tolokiwa Dregerhafen Fly Islands Buna Tufi PACIFIC OCEAN Trobriand Islands Dobu Samarai FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE DATE DEPARTS 3l October 2019 Cairns DEPARTURE TIMES CAIRNS: Boarding at 7.30am for 9.00am departure. Disembarks in Madang at 8.00am MADANG: Boarding at 3.00pm for 4.00pm departure. Disembarks in Cairns at 8.00am. Bridge Deck Suite $15,840 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $13,740 n/a Explorer Deck $13,340 $20,010 Promenade Deck $12,240 $18,360 Coral Deck $11,290 $16,935 Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. Optional charter flight between Madang and Cairns at additional cost. 2

4 CUSTOMS & CRAFTSMEN THE ART OF THE MALUKUS AND NEW GUINEA Kora Kora canoe carving at Banda Neira EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Enjoy a private onboard art exhibition in Madang and mingle with the artists Receive expert guidance from guest art expert, collector and anthropologist Arthur Beau Palmer Dine on Bandanese cuisine under the stars at historic Fort Belgica FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE DATE DEPARTS 08 October October 2019 Vanimo DARWIN TO VANIMO - 12 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $15,940 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $13,740 n/a Explorer Deck $13,340 $20,010 Promenade Deck $12,240 $18,360 Coral Deck $11,290 $16,935 VANIMO TO CAIRNS - 10 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $13,490 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $11,690 n/a Explorer Deck $11,390 $17,085 Promenade Deck $10,490 $15,735 Coral Deck $9,690 $14,535 DARWIN TO CAIRNS - 22 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $27,540 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $23,440 n/a Explorer Deck $22,740 $34,110 Promenade Deck $20,940 $31,410 Coral Deck $19,340 $29,010 Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. 12, 10 OR 22 NIGHTS DISCOVERING THE ART AND CRAFT TRADITIONS OF ANCIENT TRIBES Itinerary 12 10, or 22 nights - TO Vanimo TO Cairns DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY 5: DAY 6: DAY 7: DAY 8: DAY 9: Ternate South Halmahera SPICE ISLANDS L Arafura Sea crossing Banda Neira Saparua Island Bacan Islands Ternate Tobelo DAY 10: Kwatisore DAY 11: Halmahera Sea crossing Roon island / Auri Island Mamberamo River DAY 12: Jayapura DAY 13: Vanimo (Guests doing half-circle embark/ disembark) Tobelo Saparua Banda Neira Auri Islands Mamberamo River Jayapura Vanimo Kwatisore WEST PAPUA DAY 14: Sepik River DAY 15: Madang DAY 16: Dregerhafen DAY 17: Buna and Sanananda DAY 18: Tufi DAY 19: Kitava, Trobriand Islands DAY 20: Dei Dei and Dobu Island DAY 21: Samarai DAY 22: Coral Sea crossing DAY 23: Cairns Sepik River PAPUA NEW GUINEA Madang Cairns Dregerhafen Buna Tufi Trobriand Islands Dobu Samarai

5 Arthur Beau Palmer in Papua New Guinea Wooden figure from the Sepik Region ARTHUR BEAU PALMER - GUEST LECTURER This voyage will be hosted by guest lecturer Arthur Beau Palmer. One of the foremost experts in Papuan and Torres Strait art, Arthur began collecting in the 1960 s. During his long career as an anthropologist, ethnographer, bush pilot, and government advisor, Arthur Beau Palmer travelled widely in the Spice Islands, Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Northern Australia. He now owns a well-established gallery in Brisbane specializing in high-end oceanic and tribal art. ABOUT YOUR VOYAGE This inaugural themed expedition explores material culture, which is the relationship between the people and their craft. We uncover the history of traditional art, the influence of belief and societal needs, and study the contemporary works that we encounter along the way. Enjoy the unique opportunity to purchase your own pieces with the assistance of our expert guest lecturer, Arthur Beau Palmer, and observe the styles, techniques, and materials changng as we journey from the Maluku Islands through West Papua and into Papua New Guinea. Enjoy experiences that bring our itinerary to life. To begin our voyage, we visit the dramatic Fort Belgica in Banda Neira. With a rich history and surrounded by the stunning landscape of the Maluku Islands, the Fort will be our venue for a special Bandanese dinner under the stars. As we travel into Papua New Guinea, you will see world-famous Sepik River carvings in Madang. Here we will host a private onboard art exhibition, wth local artists invited to participate and share their stories. Dramatic 17th century Fort Belgica in Banda Neira, venue of our private dinner on the ramparts 4

6 New Guinea circle AN EXPLORATION OF THE WORLD S LAST FRONTIER Snorkelling with local canoes at Dobu Island EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Take in the history, and colours of the Spice Islands Snorkel and dive amongst the excellent coral gardens of the spectacular Raja Ampat region Discover New Guinea s diverse cultures and landscapes Visit WWII battle sites at Buna & Sanananda Enjoy high-spirited welcomes, dances, and sing sings FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE DATE DEPARTS 25 November 2019 Cairns 7 December 2019 Wewak CAIRNS TO WEWAK - 12 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $15,840 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $13,740 n/a Explorer Deck $13,340 $20,010 Promenade Deck $12,240 $18,360 Coral Deck $11,290 $16,935 WEWAK TO DARWIN - 13 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $17,140 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $14,840 n/a Explorer Deck $14,400 $21,600 Promenade Deck $13,240 $19,860 Coral Deck $12,240 $18,360 CAIRNS TO DARWIN - 25 NIGHTS Bridge Deck Suite $30,690 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $26,590 n/a Explorer Deck $25,790 $38,685 Promenade Deck $23,790 $35,685 Coral Deck $21,940 $32,910 12, 13 OR 25 NIGHTS IMMERSED IN THE CULTURES AND WILD LANDSCAPE OF THE WORLD S LAST FRONTIER Itinerary 12 13, or 25 nights - cairns TO wewak TO darwin DAY 1: Cairns DAY 2: Coral Sea crossing DAY 3: Samarai DAY 4: Dobu & Fergusson Island DAY 5: Trobriand Islands DAY 6: Tufi DAY 7: Buna & Sanananda DAY 8: Lababia & Fly Islands DAY 9: Dregerhafen DAY 10: Tuam Island DAY 11: Historic Madang DAY 12: Sepik River & Bien DAY 13: Wewak (Guests doing half-circle embark/ disembark) SPICE ISLANDS Wayag Is Yensawai Misool Is Banda Neira Mios Wundi WEST PAPUA DAY 14: Jayapura DAY 15: Mios Wundi DAY 16: At Sea DAY 17: Wayag DAY 18: Kawe Island & Aljui Bay DAY 19: Hidden Bay DAY 20: Yensawai & Yenwapnour DAY 21: Yenwapnour & Mesemta DAY 22: Mesemta & Wagmab DAY 23: Banda & Spice Islands DAY 24: The Spice Islands DAY 25: Arafura Sea crossing DAY 26: Arrive Note: Visits to Raja Ampat are subject to access approvals to protected marine parks. These access approvals may alter over time. If access to some areas is not possible, alternatives will be introduced to this itinerary. Jayapura Wewak PAPUA NEW GUINEA PACIFIC OCEAN Madang Tuam Island Dregerhafen Buna Tufi Trobriands Dobu Samarai Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. Cairns 4

7 pioneers of papua new guinea Visiting a village by outrigger canoe, MacLaren Harbour AN AUSTRALIAN GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY EXPEDITION EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Itinerary 12 nights BETWEEN cairns AND madang Enter the mouth of the Sepik River, one of the world s great river systems, and visit the famous Sepik market for masks and carvings DAY 1: Madang DAY 2: Sepik River & Manam Island DAY 3: Expedition Island Stop DAY 4: Dregerhafen DAY 5: Lababia & Fly Islands DAY 6: Morobe Harbour Ride on outrigger canoes with local guides DAY 7: Buna & Sanananda Visit WWII battle sites at Buna & Sanananda DAY 8: MacLaren Harbour & Tufi Fjords DAY 9: Kuiawa, Trobriand Islands Hear the mythical and spiritual tales of the Dei Dei springs See Manam Motu, one of Papua New Guinea s most active volcanos Enjoy high-spirited welcomes, dances, and sing sings DAY 10: Dei Dei Springs & Dobu Island DAY 11: Enjoy snorkelling and diving on vibrant reefs, or kayak through rainforested fjords Samarai & Sewa Bay DAY 12: Coral Sea crossing DAY 13: Cairns FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE Manam Island Sepik River Madang Tolokiwa DATE DEPARTS 12 November 2019 Madang DEPARTURE TIMES PAPUA NEW GUINEA Lababia Dregerhafen Fly Islands Buna Tufi Port Moresby PACIFIC OCEAN Trobriand Islands Dobu Samarai Cairns CAIRNS: Boarding at 7.30am for 9.00am departure. Disembarks in Madang at 8.00am MADANG: Boarding at 3.00pm for 4.00pm departure. Disembarks in Cairns at 8.00am. TWIN SHARE SOLE USE* Bridge Deck Suite $15,840 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $13,740 n/a Explorer Deck $13,340 $20,010 Promenade Deck $12,240 $18,360 Coral Deck $11,290 $16,935 Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. Optional charter flight between Madang and Cairns at additional cost. 6

8 Spice islands & Raja ampat View of Wajag Island from Mt. Pindito EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS DISCOVERING THE SPICE TRAIL & THE CORAL TRIANGLE Be welcomed to Banda Neira by the famous Kora Kora canoes gliding over the water Itinerary 12 nights BETWEEN AND biak Explore Fort Belgica, a Dutch outpost built in 1611 Snorkel and dive amongst the excellent coral garden at Wagmab Island DAY 1: Depart DAY 2: Arafura Sea crossing DAY 3: Banda Neira DAY 4: Spice Islands Discover Wayag s gumdrop islands and be rewarded by the view from Pindito Peak DAY 5: Raja Ampat - Wagmab & Mesemta DAY 6: Hidden Bay & Yenwaupnor Village Swim with the unforgettable Whale Sharks at Cenderawasih Bay DAY 7: South Gam Island & Aljui Bay DAY 8: Wayag Island Experience the local culture of the West Papuan people DAY 9: Amsterdam Island DAY 10: At Sea Visits to Raja Ampat are subject to access approvals to protected marine parks. These access approvals may alter over time. If access to some areas is not possible, alternatives will be introduced to this itinerary. DAY 11: Cenderawasih Bay & Kwatisore Village DAY 12: Cenderawasih Bay & Mamboor Island DAY 13: Biak REVERSE ITINERARY: Biak to FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE Wayag Is DATE DEPARTS 21 December January 2020 Biak Amsterdam Is Gam Is Yensawai Biak Misool Is DEPARTURE TIMES Mamboor Is Kwatisore DARWIN: Boarding at 3.30pm for 5.00pm departure. Disembarks in Biak at 8.00am Banda Neira BIAK: Boarding at 4.30pm for 6.00pm departure. Disembarks in at 8.30am. Cenderawasih Bay WEST PAPUA BANDA SEA TWIN SHARE SOLE USE* Bridge Deck Suite $15,840 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $13,740 n/a Explorer Deck $13,340 $20,010 Promenade Deck $12,240 $18,360 Coral Deck $11,290 $16,935 Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. Charter flight available at additional cost. ARAFURA SEA TIMOR SEA

9 wildlife & warriors: west papua S MAIDEN VOYAGES IN THE TRAIL OF TASMAN Itinerary 10 nights darwin TO DARWIN DAY 1: Depart DAY 2: Saumlaki & Sangliat Dol DAY 3: Aru East Island (if time permits) DAY 4: Agats DAY 5: Lorentz National Park DAY 6: Triton Bay DAY 7: Triton Bay DAY 8: Fakfak Regency - Arguni Island & Kokas DAY 9: Kei Island DAY 10: Crossing the Arafura Sea DAY 11: Arrive EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS Visit Sangliat Dol with its ancient megalithic stone stairs and ship structures Experience local culture, including traditional dances, hand crafts, and fresh local food View ancient rock art at Kei Island and Andamata region Cruise the emerald water and limestone formations of Triton Bay while looking for hornbills, rainbow lorikeets, egrets, and helmeted friarbirds Be welcomed to Lorentz National Park by an armada of canoes, rowed by Asmat warriors Hear tales of Abel Tasman s early explorations as you follow in the path of maritime history INDONESIA WEST PAPUA Fakfak Triton Bay Kei Island Agats Aru East Sangliat Dol AUSTRALIA FARES & SAILING SCHEDULE DATE DEPARTS 13 May 2019 DEPARTURE TIMES DARWIN: Boarding at 7.00am for 8.00am departure. Disembarks in at 11.00am Bridge Deck Suite $13,490 n/a Bridge Deck Stateroom $11,690 n/a Explorer Deck $11,390 $17,085 Promenade Deck $10,490 $15,735 Coral Deck $9,690 $14,535 Prices are per person and listed in Australian Dollars (AUD). *Limited sole use occupancy available. 8

10 Coral Adventurer Coral Adventurer is designed to operate voyages to remote areas in comfort and with minimal environmental impact. At 93 metres long, she is small enough to remain intimate while featuring many advanced capabilities. These include diesel-electric propulsion to maximise energy efficiency and active stabilisers to dampen sea motion. With a 4.3 metre draft and 360 o azipod thrusters, she can squeeze into shallow bays and inlets that larger ships cannot. Coral Adventurer carries 120 guests in 60 all outside, all ensuite staterooms. Flying the Australian flag and home-ported in Cairns, she features plenty of open public space, expedition lounge, panoramic bar, and our trademark open bridge, along with some new innovations. > Dual Xplorer tenders, each carrying 60 guests in comfort > 32 staterooms with private balconies, including two suites of 56 sqm > Research room for ongoing environmental and art programmes > Communal wine-tasting table and professional wine cellar > Passenger elevator and gymnasium Bridge Deck Bar Lounge W/Cs 603 Lift Lobby Cairns Suite 602 Suite Expedition Room Captain s Cabin The Bridge Observation Lounge BRIDGE DECK Gym Lift DECK PLAN Lobby EXPLORER DECK BRIDGE DECK BALCONY SUITE 55.8sqm Private Balcony BRIDGE DECK BALCONY STATEROOM 21.4sqm Private Balcony Dining Room Gift Shop Reception Galley W/Cs Lift Lobby EXPLORER DECK BALCONY STATEROOM 21.4sqm Private Balcony PROMENADE DECK STATEROOM 17sqm Picture windows CORAL DECK STATEROOM 17sqm Porthole windows Xplorer Boarding Lift Lobby PROMENADE DECK CORAL DECK

11 the expedition experience For over 30 years, Coral Expeditions has had one purpose taking small groups of like-minded explorers to the most remote parts of the world with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality. Our small ship expeditions get you closer to ancient cultures and remote destinations. With a strong focus on visiting places not often touched by tourists, our shore excursions promote local interaction and learning. The small group size ensures that our shore excursions are comfortable and enjoyable, but also have minimal impact on the communities and environments that we visit. Most activities are suitable for all fitness levels; when a higher than normal level of fitness is required for an excursion, your Expedition Leader will advise you accordingly. However, to fully enjoy these expeditions, a moderate level of fitness and mobility is advised. You can expect one or two shore or in-sea activities OUR EXPEDITION TEAM Expedition Leaders and Guest Lecturers who are experts in the region accompany every voyage. They provide specialist commentary on the culture, geology, conservation, and history of the area and introduce you to its unique plants and wildlife. On all our New Guinea voyages, our Expedition Team will accompany you on shore excursions and provide expert commentary. They will host onboard presentations and briefings, Tourism doesn t have to come at a cost to the environment. As one of the pioneers of environmentally sensitive cruising on the Great Barrier Reef, we remain firmly committed to promoting sustainability and minimising environmental impact while sharing our incredible destinations with travellers from around the world. Eco Certification is the assurance that our cruises are backed by a strong, managed committment to sustainable practices. INCLUSIONS All excursions and sightseeing Use of Xplorer and Zodiac tender vessels Kayaking and snorkelling Daily lectures and briefings All meals, chef-prepared on board Showcase wines, selected beers, juices, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner service 24 hour coffee and selection of teas All entrance fees to National and Marine Parks and Ports Port taxes and government charges imposed by government authorities WHAT S NOT INCLUDED Pre and post flights, accommodation & travel insurance Any entry visas Alcoholic beverages outside of lunch and dinner service Telephone and internet services Laundry Charter flights Scuba Diving PLEASE NOTE These are expedition itineraries covering remote regions. Your Captain and Expedition team will make changes to the daily schedule when necessary to maximise guest experience. These itineraries are indicative - some variation may occur due to weather conditions, safety, or local community requirements. More detailed itineraries can be viewed on our website, along with answers to your Frequently Asked Questions about travelling in New Guinea 10

12 Tropical underwater worlds: Green Sea Turtle (Chelonia mydas) EXPERIENCE CORAL ASSURANCE Book direct with Coral Expeditions in the confidence that: WE CARE: Our reservations team is motivated solely to ensure you have the trip of a lifetime. WE KNOW: Our knowledge of our ships and itineraries ensure you get the best advice. WE COMMIT: You will not get a better price elsewhere. we get you closer to: > THE KIMBERLEY > TASMANIA > CAPE YORK & ARNHEM LAND > THE GREAT BARRIER REEF > NEW ZEALAND > ISLANDS OF INDONESIA > THE SOUTH PACIFIC Contact us today or speak with your travel agent. Online reservations@coralexpeditions.com Freecall within Australia Outside Australia Head office PO Box 2093 Cairns 4870 QLD Australia ABN Issued August 2018