Darwin Small Ship Cruises

from $16,990

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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• Visit Banda Neira fort
• Snorkel at Seram and Besar Islands
• Meet local artisans in Tumbur
• Chance to swim with whale sharks

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Darwin / Sorong

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Set sail on a 19-day cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin through Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for their ancient cultures, historic forts, and incredible biodiversity. This adventure blends cultural insights and natural wonders.

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from $9,200

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Cape York and Arnhem Land - Art Themed

Darwin to Cairns - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Explore Cobourg Peninsula ruins
• Visit the Tiwi Islands
• Tour Thursday Island culture
• Visit at pristine Lizard Island

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Darwin / Cairns

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Embark on a 12-day artistic expedition from Darwin, exploring the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait aboard Coral Discoverer. Experience indigenous art, culture, and history, with workshops, cultural performances, and scenic exploration.

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from $20,090

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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Darwin Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Banda Neira history
• Snorkel Raja Ampat reefs
• Visit Kei Islands' white-sand beach
• Learn about Spice Islands culture

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Darwin / Darwin

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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Rainforest Exploration

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Set sail from Darwin through Indonesia on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, exploring Banda Neira, Raja Ampat, West Papua, and the Kei Islands. Snorkel coral reefs, hike jungle islands, visit historic spice ports, and swim beneath Kitikiti Waterfall in remote tropical settings.

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from $8,365

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The Kimberley

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Visit King George Falls
• Visit Vansittart Bay rock art
• Sail through Prince Regent River
• See Careening Bay Mermaid Tree

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Darwin / Broome

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Explore Western Australia’s Kimberley Coast on an 11-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer. Cruise through King George Falls, Horizontal Falls, and mangrove waterways. Discover ancient Gwion and Wandjina rock art, remote islands, pristine beaches, and abundant wildlife.

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from $8,365

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The Kimberley

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer

• See Gwion Gwion rock art galleries
• Wollaston Bay galleries visit
• Visit Doubtful Bay freshwater pools
• See Careening Bay historic tree

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Darwin / Broome

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Helicopter Tours

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Experience Australia’s Kimberley coast on an 11-day cruise from Darwin to Broome aboard Coral Geographer. Navigate remote bays, explore rock art galleries, view cascading waterfalls, encounter wildlife-filled reefs, and visit storied sites.

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from $7,345

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Expedition Cruising Australia's Iconic Kimberley Coast

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Visit King George River
• Explore four Australian Bays
• Experience birdwatching in Lacepede
• Enjoy diverse wildlife

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Darwin / Broome

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Join Heritage Adventurer on this 11-day cruise along Australia's world-renowned coast and Kimberley, one of the world's most pristine and unspoiled wildernesses. This tour highlights King George Falls, which cascades 80 meters down cliffs that are 2,000 million years old, Aboriginal rock art, World War II relics, and the history of early explorers.

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from $8,110

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Crossing Melanesia: Australia To Fiji

Darwin - Lautoka - 18 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Explore coral reefs of Milne Bay
• See WWII historical sites in Alotau
• Swim in the waters of Espiritu Sant
• Discover Vanuatu's beaches

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Scuba Diving

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Set sail on this 18-day cruise Crossing Melanesia from Australia to Fiji aboard M/S Paul Gauguin, exploring remote islands and cultures. Highlights include Papua New Guinea, Guadalcanal's WWII history, Solomon Islands for snorkeling, Vanuatu's pristine beaches, and Fiji's vibrant markets and shores.

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from $12,154

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Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wandjinas

Darwin - Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Explore Darwin’s vibrant city
• Discover King George Falls
• Visit Vansittart Bay’s art
• Witness Montgomery Reef's tides

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Darwin / Broome

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Sail on an 11-day Kimberley expedition from Darwin to Broome aboard the Seabourn Pursuit. Experience the raw, rugged beauty of Australia’s remote Kimberley coast. Encounter the towering twin waterfalls of King George River, explore ancient Gwion Gwion rock art on Jar Island, and snorkel vibrant coral reefs at Ashmore Marine Park.

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from $14,050

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An Escapade in the Heart of Melanesia

Darwin - Lautoka - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Explore Darwin’s tropical cityscape
• Visit Thursday Island’s fort
• Experience Port Moresby wildlife
• Discover Alotau’s WWII sites

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Australia and Melanesia, including Papua New Guinea and Fiji. Discover Thursday Island's WWII history, the Solomon Islands' tropical beauty, and Vanuatu's vibrant landscapes before finishing in Lautoka, Fiji.

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from $10,885

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Indonesia's Forgotten Islands

Darwin to Singapore - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Komodo dragon encounters
• See Orangutans at Camp Leakey
• Discover rare birds and wildlife
• Snorkel at vibrant reefs

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Darwin / Singapore

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Travel from Darwin to Singapore on a 14-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Heritage Adventurer. Explore remote islands, snorkel coral reefs, encounter Komodo dragons, visit volcanic lakes, experience tribal cultures, and observe wild orangutans in protected rainforests.

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from $21,900

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Darwin to Fremantle

Darwin to Perth - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud

• Explore Darwin's history and market
• Ord River wildlife cruise
• Witness Swift Bay rock art
• Snorkel in Dampier Archipelago

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Darwin / Fremantle

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Local Market Visits, Hiking

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Variable

Sail through Australia’s Kimberley and Western Australia on an 18-day cruise from Darwin to Fremantle aboard Silver Cloud. Discover dramatic red cliffs, Aboriginal rock art, remote islands, and thriving marine life. Explore by Zodiac, snorkel reefs, cruise rivers, and hike national parks.

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from $9,349

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Remote Indonesia & Papua New Guinea

Lautoka - Darwin - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Experience Pentecost land diving
• Witness Ambrym Rom dance
• Dive at Million Dollar Point
• Discover Asmat woodcarving culture

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Lautoka / Darwin

Activities

Photography Seminars

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Variable

Explore remote islands and vibrant cultures on this 17-day cruise from Lautoka to Darwin aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Discover limestone caves in Fiji, witness Rom dances and land diving in Vanuatu, snorkel the pristine Conflict Islands, and visit Papua New Guinea’s historic and cultural villages. A rich journey across the South Pacific.

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from $7,945

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The Kimberley

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• See Lacepede Islands wildlife
• See Montgomery Reef tidal spectacle
• See Careening Bay historic tree
• Wollaston Bay exploration

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Darwin / Broome

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Variable

Sail through Australia’s Kimberley Coast on an 11-day cruise from Darwin to Broome aboard Coral Discoverer. Explore King George Falls, Vansittart Bay, Mitchell Falls, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Falls, and Lacepede Islands. See Aboriginal rock art, WWII history, and rare wildlife while cruising through gorges, and remote archipelagos.

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from $9,200

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Cape York and Arnhem Land

Cairns - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Lizard Island snorkeling
• Explore Badu Island artwork
• Visit Forbes Island beaches
• See Fort Victoria ruins

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Cairns / Darwin

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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Cairns to Darwin aboard Coral Discoverer. Visit remote islands, explore cultural sites, snorkel reefs, meet local artists, and travel through unique landscapes. Engage in guided walks, community visits, and scenic waterways while experiencing Northern Australia’s rich history and diverse coastal environments.

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from $9,200

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Best of the Kimberley and Tiwi Islands

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• Join Tiwi Islands welcome ceremony
• Visit Vansittart Bay rock art
• Bigge Island cultural visit
• Cruise at Prince Frederick Harbor

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Darwin / Broome

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Explore natural wonders of the Kimberley coast. Witness magnificent coastal vistas created by towering rock ridges, silent secluded gorges, plunging waterfalls, abundant wildlife, and massive tidal movements on this 11-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer.

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from $23,714

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Remote Indonesia & Islands Of The Pacific Theatre

Darwin - Lautoka - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit

• Snorkel Raja Ampat reefs
• Birdwatch in Yenwaupnor forests
• Tour WWII sites Rabaul
• Visit Kokas rock art

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Darwin / Lautoka

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Village Visits, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Explore the remote Indonesia & Islands of the Pacific Theatre on a 23-day cruise from Darwin to Lautoka aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Snorkel in Raja Ampat, explore WWII sites and witness vibrant cultures across Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.

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from $15,175

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Asian Island Odyssey

Keelung to Darwin - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Visit Yehliu Geopark
• Marvel at Tojoman Lagoo
• Explore Fort Belgica
• Swim with Whale Sharks

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Taipei / Darwin

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Join this 19-day Asian Island Odyssey, cruising from Taipei to Darwin aboard Heritage Adventurer. Traverse the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator. Explore islands with blue waters, pristine coral gardens, and intriguing wildlife. Highlights include Taiwan’s Yehliu Geopark and Taroko National Park, swimming with Whale Sharks, and more.

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from $11,705

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Saltwater Country and Culture

Darwin to Cairns - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Encounter Tiwi Islands communities
• View rare rock art of ships
• Encounter Gumatj people at Bawaka
• Learn about pearling history

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Darwin / Cairns

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Variable

Travel Australia’s remote northern coast on a 14-day cruise from Darwin to Cairns aboard Coral Adventurer. Visit the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and the Torres Strait. Engage with Indigenous communities, explore wetlands, view rock art, cruise wild coastlines, and experience living cultures.

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