Marvel at King George Falls

Timeless Kimberley: Ancient Land, Modern Adventure

Broome to Kununurra - Example 11 Day Cruise aboard Paspaley Pearl
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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Broome to Kununurra aboard Paspaley Pearl on an expedition through the Kimberley’s islands and reefs. Visit the Buccaneer and Bonaparte archipelagos, and discover how extreme tides shape Horizontal Falls and reveal Montgomery Reef. Visit Kuri Bay to learn about Australian South Sea pearl farming, then navigate Prince Frederick Harbor’s mangroves and sandstone cliffs. Look for wildlife in Prince Regent National Park, view Gwion Gwion figures and Wandjina paintings in sandstone caves, and travel through the King George River’s gorges to its twin waterfalls before disembarking near Wyndham. In Collier Bay, tides can reach 14 meters, exposing reef platforms and driving water through narrow channels. Between July and September, look for migrating humpback whales in protected waters.
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Highlights

  • Visit Kuri Bay to learn about Australian South Sea pearl cultivation
  • Explore Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef shaped by powerful tides
  • See Gwion Gwion figures and Wandjina paintings across Kimberley sites
  • Navigate King George River gorges and view twin waterfalls

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Day 1: Broome | Embark

Depart on the Paspaley Pearl in Broome, where red pindan cliffs meet the turquoise waters of Cable Beach. As the voyage begins, leave behind this coastal town and head north towards the Kimberley, a region known for its vast landscapes and distinctive coastline.

Day 2: Buccaneer Archipelago

This Archipelago stretches from the Dampier Peninsula to Collier Bay and consists of around 800 islands with interconnected waterways. Named after English explorer William Dampier, the islands have isolated beaches that support Western Australia’s largest breeding populations of green sea turtles. The eroded sandstone formations along the coast reveal the region’s geological history.

Day 3-4: Collier Bay

Explore the dynamic waterways of Collier Bay and Camden Sound, where tidal ranges reaching 14 meters force vast ocean volumes through narrow gorges to form the Horizontal Falls (Garaan-ngaddim). These same tides reveal Montgomery Reef (Yowjab), the world’s largest inshore reef system; as waters recede, the ancient dolomite platform appears to rise from the sea. Between July and September, humpback whales migrate through these protected waters, part of Dambeemangarddee Sea Country.

Day 5: Kuri Bay

Set within Lalang-Garram/Camden Sound Marine Park, Kuri Bay lies 370 kilometers from the nearest town in waters long used by Paspaley. With access granted by the family, you’ll step inside the operational farm to see Pinctada maxima oysters producing the finest Australian South Sea pearls, made possible by the bay’s pristine, undisturbed conditions.

Day 6: Prince Frederick Harbor

As you enter Prince Frederick Harbor, waterways are framed with ancient rainforest pockets, pristine mangroves, and mosaic sandstone cliffs. Within Prince Regent National Park, this mix of habitat supports around half of the Kimberley’s known bird and animal species. Navigation follows tidal river systems where saltwater crocodiles occupy the lower reaches.

Day 7-9: Bonaparte Archipelago

For three days, explore the intricate maze of islands and islets stretching between Collier Bay and Admiralty Gulf. On the adjoining mainland, uncover sandstone caves where Gwion Gwion figures and Wandjina paintings remain preserved, with some additional sites found on select islands throughout the archipelago. These coastlines also offer rich fishing grounds, mangrove systems, and beaches accessible only during appropriate tidal windows.

Day 10: King George River

Navigate through 80-meter gorges carved through ancient sandstone walls in the mighty King George River. Twin waterfalls mark the head of the tidal section where the King George River drops from the Karunjie Plateau. The confined gorge intensifies the falls’ force, and honeycomb pockets pattern the sculpted sandstone walls.

Day 11: Kununurra | Disembark

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Enjoy a final breakfast on deck as the Paspaley Pearl approaches Cambridge Gulf near Wyndham. Take in views of the surrounding coastline and the Bastion Range as the voyage concludes, marking the end of the expedition through the Kimberley’s waterways and landscapes.

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Paspaley Pearl

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Paspaley Pearl

Paspaley Pearl is a boutique expedition vessel with 15 staterooms and suites, indoor and outdoor dining areas, and equipment for exploring remote coastlines. Onboard amenities include multiple lounges, a jacuzzi, expedition boats, Zodiacs, kayaks, paddleboards, and snorkeling equipment.
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