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Experience the wonders of Australia with our 10 diverse small ship cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through the breathtaking landscapes and vibrant heritage of the Land Down Under. From the iconic Great Barrier Reef to the remote Kimberley Coast, each tour offers unique activities like wildlife viewing, snorkeling, and archaeological site visits, providing an opportunity to delve into the captivating nature, history, and culture of Australia. Whether you're exploring the pristine Ribbon Reefs, learning about ancient Aboriginal cultures, or snorkeling across Lizard Island, each moment promises an unforgettable adventure. Prices start at $3,025 to $186,640, so begin your Australian exploration today and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Nightcliff Jetty, Darwin, Australia
from $8,000
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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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The unusual red color of Broome, Australia
from $8,045
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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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View of the Uchi falls (King George VI Falls) in the Cuyuni-Mazaruni region of Guyana.
from $7,345
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Kimberley Explorer: Expedition Cruising Australia's Iconic Kimberley Coast

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 brand-new 11-day cruise expedition 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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Arnhem land escarpment
from $8,845
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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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A clownfish hides in an anemone in Australia's Great Barrier Reef
from $6,805
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Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef

Brisbane - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Visit Lady Elliot marine sanctuary
  • Visit Mon Repos turtle conservation
  • Contribute to coral health studies
  • Dive into an underwater art museum
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Brisbane / Cairns
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Citizen Science
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Set sail for an 11-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, departing from Brisbane, and exploring the vibrant Great Barrier Reef. Engage in conservation activities, snorkel, dive, and witness breathtaking marine life.
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Travelers learning how to scuba dive.
from $4,630
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Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef

Cairns to Cairns - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Swim and snorkel Lizard Island
  • Discover the pristine Ribbon Reefs
  • Learn about Cook’s landing
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Cairns / Cairns
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Explore exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Discoverer. Explore the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, and glass bottom boat accompanied by an expert Marine Biologist. Depart from Cooktown exploring the best of the Great Barrier Reef.
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from $9,190
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

Fremantle to Broome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Visit Abrolhos pearl farm
  • Witness sea lion colony
  • Join a Cape Range tour
  • Visit Montebello wildlife sites
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Fremantle / Broome
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Experience a 13-day Australia cruise aboard Coral Adventurer. Visit the Abrolhos, Shark Bay, Ningaloo, Muiron, Montebello Islands and the Dampier Archipelago. Snorkel reefs, explore wildlife habitats, learn local history, and enjoy guided activities across diverse coastal and island locations.
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from $9,190
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

Fremantle to Broome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Snorkel Ningaloo Reef sites
  • Explore Abrolhos shipwreck history
  • Kayak at Dampier Archipelago waters
  • Swim with sea lions
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Fremantle / Broome
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through Western Australia's remote coastline aboard Coral Geographer. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with sea lions, and explore historic shipwrecks and cultural sites. Go ashore on remote beaches and enjoy close-up views of rare wildlife.
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Enjoy the beautiful Kimberley Coast
from $8,845
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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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Explore the beautiful coastline of northern Australia
from $8,845
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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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Maria Island
from $8,895
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Circumnavigation of Tasmania

Roundtrip Hobart - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Encounter Maria Island's wildlife
  • Discover Flinders Island’s history
  • Visit Kent Group's remote islands
  • Experience Port Davey’s wilderness
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Hobart / Hobart
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Wine Tasting
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Experience a 15-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, visiting national parks, remote islands, and stunning coastlines. Enjoy beach walks, wildlife encounters, and gourmet dining with fresh Tasmanian produce.
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Maria Island
from $6,040
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Tasmanian Coastal Discovery

Roundtrip Hobart - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Encounter Maria Island's wildlife
  • View Wineglass Bay
  • Spot marine wildlife
  • Discover Port Davey’s wilderness
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Hobart / Hobart
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Experience Tasmania on an 11-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer as you explore Bruny Island, Maria Island, Freycinet, Port Davey, the D’entrecasteaux Channel and Port Arthur. You cruise rugged coastlines, join guided walks, meet local producers and discover wildlife-rich national parks.
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Maria Island
from $3,340
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Coastal Adventures: Tasmania

Hobart Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Walk to Wineglass Bay lookout
  • Spot Maria Island Fossil Cliffs
  • Explore Bruny Island hiking trails
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Hobart / Hobart
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Set sail on a 5-day Tasmania expedition from Hobart to Bruny Island, Maria Island, and Freycinet National Park aboard Coral Discoverer. Hike scenic trails, explore historic sites, kayak sheltered bays, view wildlife, and enjoy Tasmanian cuisine. Experience remote coastlines and national parks with close-up access and expert-guided activities.
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Explore the culture of Indonesia
from $16,340
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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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Vibrant sunset colors over the Australian coast
from $7,640
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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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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $5,830
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Coral Futures with Australian Geographic

Cairns Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Snorkel Mackay Reef
  • Visit Sudbury Cay
  • Dive Moore Reef
  • Meet turtle volunteers
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Cairns / Cairns
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Scuba Diving, Volunteering
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Variable
Embark on an 9-day Great Barrier Reef cruise on an immersive citizen science voyage aboard Coral Discoverer. Depart from Cairns and visit Mackay Reef, Howick Islands, Ribbon Reefs, Sudbury Cay, Moore Reef, Fitzroy Island, and Port Douglas while joining guided snorkeling, diving, reef monitoring, beach cleanups, and marine conservation programs.
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Wineglass Bay in Tasmania
from $4,915
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Coastal Adventures: Tasmania

Hobart Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Bruny Island guided hikes
  • Seal colonies scenic cruise
  • Spot Breaksea Islands seabird
  • Melaleuca rare birdwatching
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Hobart / Hobart
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Variable
Explore Tasmania’s coast on a 7-day expedition cruise from Hobart aboard Coral Discoverer Visit Bruny Island, Maria Island, Freycinet, and remote Port Davey. Hike, kayak, swim, and discover wildlife, history, and landscapes.
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Snorkel the vibrant waters of the South Pacific
from $3,025
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Coastal Adventures: Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Hike Hinchinbrook Island trails
  • Snorkel Geranium Passage reefs
  • Discover Djiru National Park
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Cairns / Cairns
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Wildlife Viewing, Snorkeling, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Set sail on a 5-day Great Barrier Reef cruise from Cairns aboard Coral Discoverer to Sudbury Cay, Hinchinbrook Island, Geranium Passage Reefs, Dunk Island, and Mission Beach. Explore reefs, hike island trails, kayak, snorkel, and spot diverse wildlife, including turtles and cassowaries.
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