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Maria Island
from $9,595
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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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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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Common Wombat in Maria Island
from $4,580
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Tasmanian Coastal Discovery

Hobart Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • See Tasmania’s southern coastline
  • Port Arthur historic site
  • Freycinet National Park hiking
  • Maria Island wildlife encounters
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Hobart / Hobart
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Kayaking
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Explore Tasmania’s remote southern coastline on an 8-day expedition cruise from Hobart aboard Coral Discoverer. Cruise wilderness shores, kayak calm inlets, hike national parks, encounter rare wildlife, and visit iconic heritage sites including Port Arthur and Wineglass Bay.
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Maria Island
from $3,640
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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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Variable
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 $17,630
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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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Variable
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 $8,245
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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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Annular solar eclipse, photographed in May 2012. The sun can be seen through the gaps in the clouds.
from $27,110
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Solar Eclipse over Western Australia - with Smithsonian Journeys

Darwin To Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Visit Wandjina rock art galleries
  • Spot wildlife in Hunter River
  • View Montgomery Reef waterfalls
  • Solar eclipse ocean viewing
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Darwin / Broome
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Helicopter Tours, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier and explore Darwin, Bigge Island, Swift Bay, Hunter River, Careening Bay, Collier Bay, Lacepede Islands, and Broome. Travel through remote coastlines. Join guided zodiac landings, observe wildlife, and view ancient rock art. Experience a rare solar eclipse from open sea viewing decks.
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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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Wineglass Bay in Tasmania
from $5,350
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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 $3,300
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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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Village Visits, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
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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Broome, Australia
from $11,400
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Darwin to Broome

11 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Visit 8 remote Kimberley ports
  • Zodiac cruises and guided hikes
  • See rock art, reefs, waterfalls
  • Spot dolphins, turtles, crocs
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Darwin / Broome
Activities
Hiking, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
11-day Australia cruise aboard Silver Cloud from Darwin to Broome through the Kimberley. The voyage visits 8 ports including Ashmore Reef, Wyndham, Koolama Bay, Vansittart Bay, Hunter River, and Buccaneer Archipelago. Explore reefs, mangroves, gorges via Zodiac cruises and hikes. See rock art, waterfalls, tides, and wildlife in remote Australia.
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Scenic Two Peoples Bay
from $4,400
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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
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Wine Tasting, Biking
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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 $22,160
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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
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Archaeological Site Visits, 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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