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Vibrant sunset colors over the Australian coast
from $8,155
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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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Helicopter Tours
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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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Colorful sunset over Sulawesi
from $10,085
Up to 30%
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Island Empires & Ancient Mariners

Darwin to Makassar - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore Komodo Island wildlife
  • Trek Padar Island peak
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Swim Pink Beach waters
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Darwin / Makassar
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Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore remote islands, see Komodo dragons, climb Padar Island, witness unique dances, and experience Toraja culture. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and visit traditional villages.
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King George River Gorge, Kimberley, Australia
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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Variable
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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Scenic Two Peoples Bay
from $4,355
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Coastal Adventures: Western Australia

Albany to Fremantle - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Visit Albany cultural heritage site
  • Augusta Jewel Cave exploration
  • Swim or kayak at Two Peoples Bay
  • Cape Leeuwin lighthouse stop
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Albany / Fremantle
Activities
Biking, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Set sail on a 7-day coastal cruise through Western Australia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore Albany, Busselton, Eagle Bay, Augusta, Two Peoples Bay, and Fremantle. Walk through historic towns, enjoy vibrant arts, taste regional wines, kayak in turquoise waters, and visit iconic landmarks like the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse and Margaret River.
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Sunset at Fremantle, West Australia
from $12,670
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Australia’s West Coast Odyssey

Broome to Fremantle - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • See Murujuga Park rock engravings
  • See Montebello Islands Marine Park
  • Ningaloo Reef snorkeling
  • Explore Abrolhos Islands reefs
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Broome / Fremantle
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling
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Variable
Travel Australia’s remote west coast on an 11-day cruise, sailing from Broome to Fremantle aboard Le Soleal. Explore Kimberley heritage, ancient Aboriginal rock art, coral reefs, marine parks, and UNESCO-listed Shark Bay while snorkeling, cruising by Zodiac, and encountering rare wildlife.
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King George River Gorge, Kimberley, Australia
from $41,600
Up to 40%
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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
Activities
Local Market Visits, Whale Watching, 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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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
from $12,294
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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
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
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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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
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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Variable
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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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $9,755
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Rabaul - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Explore Samarai Island and snorkel
  • Visit Dobu hot springs
  • Cruise the Cape Nelson fjords
  • See marine life in Kimbe Bay
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Cairns / Rabaul
Activities
Village Visits, Scuba Diving, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer from Cairns to Rabaul. Explore Papua New Guinea’s vibrant islands, WWII battlefields, and the Sepik River. Discover traditional markets, fjords, coral reefs, and cultural performances. Swim, snorkel, and dive in pristine waters while learning about local traditions and history.
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Snorkel the vibrant waters of the South Pacific
from $14,375
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia

Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Tufi Fjords
  • Snorkel vibrant reefs
  • Visit WWII relics
  • Discover ancient traditions
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Cairns / Port Vila, Efate
Activities
Festival Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day Heritage Adventurer cruise through Melanesia's remote islands, from Papua New Guinea and the Solomon Islands to Vanuatu. Discover beautiful islands, colorful coral reefs, WWII sites, rich cultures, and unique wildlife across the Tufi Fjords, Dobu, Fergusson, Bougainville, and more.
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Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters of Pulau Balbulol and discover vibrant marine life beneath the surface
from $24,300
Up to 40%
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Darwin to Lautoka

24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Learn WWII tunnel network
  • Snorkel vibrant coral reefs
  • Visit Garove volcanic caldera
  • Wandre Lautoka’s botanical gardens
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Darwin / Lautoka
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 24-day cruise aboard Silver Cloud, sailing from Darwin to Lautoka. Explore the untouched beauty and cultural richness of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu. Snorkel in the crystal-clear waters off Ali Island and Kennedy Island, and delve into World War II history in Madang and Rabaul.
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Breathtaking aerial sunset in Komodo National Park in Indonesia
from $11,040
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Voyage to Indonesia – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa, Bali - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • See the Coral Triangle’s ecosystems
  • Experience Indonesia's culture
  • See Komodo dragons upclose
  • Island hop around Indonesia
  • Discover Triton Bay and Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
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Variable
This 12-day cruise from Bali to northern Australia explores the Coral Triangle’s rich biodiversity. Discover Indonesia’s cultural heritage from Sumbawa's villages to the historic Spice Islands. Highlights include Komodo National Park’s Komodo dragons, snorkeling around Flores and Alor, and diving in West Papua’s Triton Bay.
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