kimberley luxury cruise trip highlights View the stunning Kimberly coastline of red cliffs, rainforest and mangroves aboard the luxurious True North vessel Enjoy fishing, mud crabbing, bird watching or exploring on the Hunter River Visit the Jewel in the Kimberley Crown The King George Falls Step back in time and see the indigenous rock art, Bradshaws believed to be the oldest art known to man Experience the beauty and abundant wildlife on Montgomery Reef. Trip Duration 7 days Trip Code: KLC Activities Cruising, Walking, Fishing, Swimming welcome to World Expeditions Thank you for your interest in our Kimberley Luxury Cruise trip. At World Expeditions we are passionate about our off the beaten track experiences as they provide our travellers with the thrill of coming face to face with untouched cultures as well as wilderness regions of great natural beauty. We are committed to ensuring that our unique itineraries are well researched, affordable and tailored for the enjoyment of small groups or individuals philosophies that have been at our core since 1975 when we began operating adventure holidays. Our itineraries will give you the very best travel experience, designed by people with incredible local knowledge who share our vision of authentic exchange and real exploration with a responsible tourism approach. Whether you like your adventures to include trekking, touring, cycling, mountaineering, kayaking or cruising World Expeditions can make it happen for you. We hope you will join us for a life changing experience!! 1 2017 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heidi Smith 7/27/2017 2:50:50 PM
trip cost Joining Broome Ocean Class Cabin Twin Share: $11995 All prices are per person options & supplements the trip Trackless and extremely rugged, the coast and hinterland of the West Kimberley is one of Australia s last true wilderness regions which is most easily accessed by boat. This ultimate highlights itinerary condenses several Kimberley icons into a single voyage including the King George Falls, the Hunter River, the Prince Regent River, Montgomery Reef and the Horizontal Waterfalls. These places feature stunning scenery including gorges cut through the ancient sandstone and offer access into a beautiful and wild world. Tranquil pools, rapids and waterfalls, terraces of rock, white beaches, ancient rock art, stately stands of tropical paperbarks, patches of monsoon rainforest and always a backdrop, the red rocky ramparts. During the trip you ll have the opportunity to land a barra, enjoy gentle walks, try mud crabbing, swim in idyllic billabongs or even view many of the sites during a helicopter flight (purchased additionally onboard). There is also an opportunity to see the Bradshaws possibly the oldest art known to man. Each evening you will relax to fine wine and food on your luxury vessel, the True North, which carries only 36 guests. at a glance DAY 1 DAY 2 DAY 3 DAY 4 DAY 5 DAY 6 DAY 7 DAY 8 detailed itinerary WELCOME ABOARD - 5.00 PM BOARDING THE HORIZONTAL FALLS AND LEADLINE CREEK MONTGOMERY REEF KINGS CASCADES HUNTER RIVER AND NATURALISTE ISLAND VIEW THE SPECTACULAR BRADSHAWS KING GEORGE FALLS TRANSFER TO KUNUNURRA DAY 1 Welcome Aboard - 5.00 pm boarding Your Welcome Aboard the magnificent TRUE NORTH is in the pearling port of Broome. Embarkation is at 1700 time for a cocktail with your fellow adventurers before departing at approximately 1830. Dinner is served shortly after leaving port for the overnight cruise to Yampi Sound. meals: D DAY 2 The Horizontal Falls and Leadline Creek Awake to the majestic Kimberley and savour an irresistible True North breakfast as we glide past Cockatoo and Koolan Islands our attentive crew will be happy to introduce the colourful histories of both! Then it s time to personally introduce you to a Kimberley icon The Horizontal Falls. Experience the awesome power of the region s huge tidal range in an exhilarating tender ride and then climb aboard your air conditioned helicopter for a view of the falls that very few experience! Then you will have hardly had a chance to catch your breath when, for those who can t wait one minute longer, Leadline Creek will be the first opportunity to land a barra! Before you know it, your first day onboard will be coming to an end but there s still time to select a fine wine and to enjoy a leisurely evening meal as we cruise to Doubtful Bay. DAY 3 Montgomery Reef This morning is devoted to exploring the Sale River. Fish the mouth for barra and then join naturalists and adventurers alike as we ride the tide on a classic river expedition! Enjoy a swim in your very own billabong before returning to the ultimate comfort of the True North. Then, you ll probably be enjoying lunch as we weigh anchor and cruise for another Kimberley icon Montgomery Reef! Montgomery is a unique eco-system that must be seen to be believed and see it you will as 140 2 2017 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heidi Smith 7/27/2017 2:50:50 PM
2017 18 Aug - 24 Aug trip dates important notes Note: - Prices valid up to 31/12/2016. Price may increase after this date subject to local inflationary pressures on operational cost. You will be notified accordingly if this should occur. fast facts Singles: A single supplement is available for this trip* adventure travel By its very nature adventure travel involves an element of the unexpected. In remote and developing countries do not expect standards you are used to at home. Remote areas are sometimes unpredictable and itineraries may be altered. To get the most out of your adventure it is important that you are flexible, positive and eager to take on all the challenges that arise. If you are uncertain about your suitability for this trip we recommend that you speak with your consultant or travel agent. important note These trip notes represent the most current information for this itinerary, and may supersede any information in the current brochure, including but not limited to the itinerary and price. The itinerary should be seen as a guide only. This itinerary may change at any time due to inclement weather, forces of nature and other circumstances beyond our control. square miles of coral reef rises out of the ocean right before your very eyes! Water cascades from the reef as the tide falls exposing a privileged glimpse of another world! Turtles, dugong, manta rays and every imaginable sea creature abound and the helicopter puts all in perspective! DAY 4 Kings Cascades The scenery will astound and there are some not to be missed fishing spots as the True North graces the majestic Prince Regent River. At Kings Cascades we manoeuvre the True North right under the falls. Then it s time for more adventure in the tender a chance to stretch the laces on your hiking boots and an opportunity to swim in yet another picture perfect billabong. The helicopter will be popular again when the first group of intrepid explorers returns from Jurassic Park! DAY 5 Hunter River and Naturaliste Island If you think the Regent was good wait till ya see the Hunter! With stunning red cliffs set behind rainforest and mangroves the Hunter River is yet another awesome setting for fishing, mud crabbing, bird watching and just simply exploring! Enjoy an exhilarating hike to the hidden Jackson Falls and there s even more splendour from the helicopter! Hopefully we ll have time for a sunset drink on Naturaliste Island and then it s an overnight cruise to Vansittart Bay. DAY 6 View the spectacular Bradshaws Today there will be an opportunity to see the Bradshaws possibly the oldest art known to man. The heli-picnic at Eagle Falls is always a big hit - enjoy a sumptuous picnic lunch amidst breathtaking scenery. The tenders will also be busy exploring local beaches and creeks. Overnight we cruise to Koolama Bay. DAY 7 King George Falls Yet another mighty Kimberley river The King George! As soon as the tide is high enough, we ll cross the sand bars at the mouth to reveal even more breathtaking river vista. Then our journey upstream will take us to the very jewel in the crown The King George Falls. Here we anchor at the base of the Twin Falls and you will find endless places to explore. Climb, or take the helicopter, to the top of the falls for a cruise highlight. Just the thought of leaving this magnificence will inspire mutiny! Learn about the bombing of a state-ship during WWII, then take a stroll at Tranquil Bay before we continue onto the frontier port of Wyndham. DAY 8 Transfer to Kununurra Your courtesy coach will arrive at approximately 0800 hours for transfer to Kununurra and your crew will already be looking forward to the next opportunity to welcome you aboard the mighty TRUE NORTH! meals: B This itinerary is subject to change with any change in Community regulations as well as Governmental changes and natural circumstances beyond our control. dietary requirements Provided we are advised in advance of your departure we are able to cater for vegetarian diets and can assist with medically recommended diets (allergies and intolerances). Please ensure you discuss your requirements with us well in advance (at least 1 month prior to your trip) to determine whether we can cater to such dietary requirements on your chosen adventure. Please note that options are likely to be limited in very remote locations or 3 2017 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heidi Smith 7/27/2017 2:50:50 PM
alternatives may be more expensive or unavailable. There may be times when those with special requirements may need to provide their own food. We are unable to guarantee a peanut free or allergen free trip, and therefore, we strongly encourage that travellers with life threatening or severe allergies take all necessary medical precautions to prepare for the possibility of exposure. Passengers must travel with all necessary medications for food allergies and be capable of self administering these medications. visas Most visitors to Australia require a visa obtained prior to arrival. Passport holders from the following countries can apply for the Australian Tourist Visa online prior to their arrival which allows you a stay in Australia for up to 3 months: Canada United States United Kingdom New Zealand passport holders do not need to obtain a visa prior to arrival they will be granted a visa on arrival. *All other nationalities should check with your nearest embassy or consulate. info nights World Expeditions invites you to attend our inspiring adventure travel information nights. These special evenings are designed to inform and entertain and are hosted by our most experienced and passionate adventure travellers and mountaineers. Ask our staff for a info night schedule or register on our website www.worldexpeditions.com. Shows can fill early so it is important to register your attendance so we know to save a seat, or two! private groups The adventures featured in our brochures, and on our website, are just a starting point for many of our private group travellers. Working closely with our Groups Department we can organise custom designed itineraries for groups of friends, clubs, charity s, schools or even work colleagues. Our team will assist you with all aspects of your private group adventure from itinerary design to group flights. Contact our team today. subscribe to our e-newsletter To keep up to date with our new and exciting adventure opportunities, special promotions and adventure news, subscribe to our monthly e newsletter! You can do this on line through our website, www.worldexpeditions.com or contact our office. trip availability If this trip seems right for you then we encourage you to call us now to check availability. There are many reasons why you may not be able to join your desired departure and limited space on our small group departures is just one of them. Many of our adventures require us to secure services on your behalf; such as trekking permits, train travel and visa invitation letters. The demand is increasing each year making it difficult to join a trip last minute. To ensure we can assist you onto your adventure of a lifetime we ask that you check your trip availability with our team at your earliest convenience. how to book To book a World Expeditions trip, you will need to complete a booking form and pay a non refundable deposit which you can do by using our online booking function for most trips, or 4 2017 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heidi Smith 7/27/2017 2:50:50 PM
if you prefer, download a booking form from the website and return to us by fax, or mail your booking form and deposit to your nearest World Expeditions office or travel agent. We can also help you with any additional arrangements that you require, such as competitive airfares to get you to your destination, stopovers, pre or post trip accommodation or any additional tours that you wish to take in conjunction with the main World Expeditions trip. 5 2017 World Expeditions Travel Group - Heidi Smith 7/27/2017 2:50:50 PM