Kimberley Expedition, Indonesia & Papua New Guinea Cruise

Day 1 - Broome, Australia

Arrive: Mon 16 August 2027 / Depart: Mon 16 August 2027

Isolated on the farthest northwest corner of the continent, Broome thrived from its founding in 1883 based on the bounty of South Sea pearls found in offshore oyster beds. Even today, the pearling industry is active here, though most are now cultured. But Broome has grown into one of Australia’s premier holiday destinations, offering an amazing variety of attractions and activities for visitors. It boasts a splendid, 14-mile strand of soft white sand at Cable Beach, where people flock to enjoy sunset camel rides. And with 2,600 islands in the area and warm seas, it is a sportsman’s paradise. But the unique allure of the region is the unspoiled expanse of bizarre geological formations, waterways and ancient Aboriginal lands called the Kimberley. Corrugated with red-hued cliffs and escarpments, and laced with pristine waterways, swimming holes and waterfalls, the Kimberley is unlike any other landscape on earth. It invites visitors to cruise the coast, fly over the ranges, kayak the islands and explore the rugged terrain in 4WD vehicles. The only difficulty is deciding which adventure to partake of next.

Day 2 - Whirlpool Passage, Western Australia

Day 3 - Talbot Bay/Horizontal Waterfalls, WA

Arrive: Wed 18 August 2027

Day 4 - Talbot Bay/Horizontal Waterfalls, WA

Depart: Thu 19 August 2027

Day 4 - Montgomery Reef, Western Australia

Arrive: Thu 19 August 2027 / Depart: Thu 19 August 2027

Day 4 - Freshwater Cove, Australia

Day 5 - Swift Bay, Australia

Day 6 - Hunter River, Western Australia

Day 7 - Ashmore Reef

Arrive: Sun 22 August 2027 / Depart: Sun 22 August 2027

Day 8 - Vansittart Bay, WA

Arrive: Mon 23 August 2027 / Depart: Mon 23 August 2027

Day 9 - King George River, Western Australia

Arrive: Tue 24 August 2027 / Depart: Tue 24 August 2027

Day 10 - Darwin, Australia

Arrive: Wed 25 August 2027 at 18:00

Despite its small size, Darwin is a modern, multi-cultural city, and its proximity to Asia makes it ideal for travel. Named after the famous scientist, Charles Darwin, the area was originally settled by the Larrakia Aboriginals. The Dutch arrived and mapped the land in the 1600s, followed by the British in 1939, when the town was given its English name. Darwin has a beautiful coastline, as well as numerous parks and gardens, making the city a top spot for outdoor activities.

Day 11 - Darwin, Australia

Depart: Thu 26 August 2027 at 17:00

Despite its small size, Darwin is a modern, multi-cultural city, and its proximity to Asia makes it ideal for travel. Named after the famous scientist, Charles Darwin, the area was originally settled by the Larrakia Aboriginals. The Dutch arrived and mapped the land in the 1600s, followed by the British in 1939, when the town was given its English name. Darwin has a beautiful coastline, as well as numerous parks and gardens, making the city a top spot for outdoor activities.

Day 12 - At Sea

Day 13 - Ambon, Indonesia

Arrive: Sat 28 August 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 28 August 2027 at 17:00

See the Tiahahu Monument, a tribute to a young female Maluku freedom fighter, the Siwalima Museum’s ethnic arts and crafts, visit Soya Atas village, or the “Sacred Eels” of Waai.

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Kokas, Indonesia

Arrive: Mon 30 August 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 30 August 2027 at 18:00

Day 16 - Misool Islands

Arrive: Tue 31 August 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 31 August 2027 at 18:00

Day 17 - Yenwaupnor, Indonesia

Day 17 - Mansuar Island, Raja Ampat

Day 18 - Manokwari

Arrive: Thu 02 September 2027 at 11:00 / Depart: Thu 02 September 2027 at 18:00

Day 19 - Exploring Cenderawasih Bay

Day 20 - Exploring Cenderawasih Bay

Day 21 - Jayapura

Arrive: Sun 05 September 2027 at 22:30 / Depart: Sun 05 September 2027 at 23:00

Day 22 - Vanimo

Arrive: Mon 06 September 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 06 September 2027 at 15:00

Day 23 - At Sea

Day 24 - Garove Island (Witu Islands)

Arrive: Wed 08 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 08 September 2027 at 16:00

Day 25 - Duke of York Islands, Papua New Guinea

Arrive: Thu 09 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 09 September 2027 at 12:30

Day 25 - Rabaul, Papua New Guinea

Arrive: Thu 09 September 2027 at 13:30 / Depart: Thu 09 September 2027 at 23:30

Day 26 - At Sea

Day 27 - Ghizo Island

Arrive: Sat 11 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 11 September 2027 at 15:00

Ghizo Island, home to Gizo, the capital of the Western Province, Solomon Islands. The island is named after an infamous local head-hunter. It is located west of New Georgia and Kolombangara.

Day 28 - Honiara

Arrive: Sun 12 September 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 12 September 2027 at 18:00

The Solomon Islands is a sovereign nation consisting of multiple island groups, scattered in the South Pacific east of Papua New Guinea. Its capital is Honiara, on the island of Guadalcanal. Many of the outlying islands in the nation are relatively untouched, but Honiara is a busier hub of international commerce. The islands’ recent history is scarred by the desperate battles fought between the Japanese and American forces during World War II. In 1942, the Japanese launched their last great land offensive in the islands, which culminated in the Battle of Henderson Field fought at Honiara. Of the estimated 36,000 Japanese troops on Guadalcanal at the beginning, only 1,000 survived, the rest having either been killed directly, or succumbed to disease and starvation. Ghostly evidence of this horrific warfare dots the island, and it is memorialized at the American Memorial overlooking the town and at a smaller Solomons Peace Memorial erected by the Japanese outside the city. On a lighter note, traditional arts and crafts are on display at the National Museum, which also boasts a display of eight traditional Melanesian houses from various parts of the country. Behind the museum is a cultural center. Above town there is a pleasant botanical garden, and the bustling Central Market is a great place to get a feel for everyday life in Honiara. Although English is the official language, only a small percentage of Solomonese speak it. The common language is Pijin.

Day 29 - At Sea

Day 30 - Vanikoro, Solomon Islands

Arrive: Tue 14 September 2027 at 06:00 / Depart: Tue 14 September 2027 at 13:00

Day 31 - Ambrym Island, Vanuatu

Arrive: Wed 15 September 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 15 September 2027 at 16:00

Day 32 - At Sea

Day 33 - Lautoka

Arrive: Fri 17 September 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 17 September 2027 at 17:00

A major seaport, Fiji's second-largest city, Lautoka is the main center of the sugar and timber industries. Towering royal palms march in a long, orderly row from the main street to the harbor and into the heart of the city. Although Lautoka grew up around the Fijan village of Namoli, it is a very Indian town today.