Discover one of Australia’s most remarkable regions in refined, all-inclusive luxury. This 10-day Kimberley expedition aboard the ultra-luxury Seabourn Pursuit blends remote exploration with exceptional comfort, from dramatic waterfalls to ancient Wanjina rock art.
Purpose-built for responsible discovery, Seabourn Pursuit provides intimate access to the Kimberley’s most remote locations, guided by a world-class Expedition Team and complemented by enriching onboard experiences. As an itravel exclusive Boxing Day offer, enjoy the added benefit of flying free.
10 Day Expedition of the Kimberley
10 days from $17,594*pp twin share
All-Inclusive Luxury Expedition
Sailing from Darwin to Broome onboard Seabourn Pursuit
itravel Exclusive
Package includes:
- Return flights
- Luxurious Oceanfront Veranda Suites
- Gourmet dining experiences including specialty restaurants
- Unlimited Premium spirits and fine wines available onboard
- Welcome Champagne and In-suite bar stocked with your preferences
- Unlimited Complimentary Wi-Fi
- World-class 23-person Expedition Team, delivering immersive experiences and guiding you throughout your entire journey
- Inclusive Experiences at every stop, such as curated shore excursions, cultural tours, guided Zodiac® cruises, hikes, nature walks, and snorkelling
- Entertainment and enrichment activities
Other departures available subject to fare difference
Highlights
✔️ Cruise from Darwin to Broome along the remote Kimberley coast
✔️ See King George River’s dramatic gorges and towering waterfalls
✔️ Explore Montgomery Reef and Hunter River’s tidal wonders
✔️ Experience Talbot Bay and the iconic Horizontal Falls
✔️ Visit secluded Freshwater Cove and Lacepede Islands
✔️ Discover ancient Indigenous Wanjina rock art
✔️ Enjoy Zodiac excursions, nature walks and wildlife spotting
✔️ Relax on the luxury Seabourn Pursuit with fine dining and enrichment programs
Day 0: Darwin, Australia
- Departs 5:00pm Capital of the Northern Territory (NT), with an estimated population of 150,000, Darwin is home to most of the Northern Territory population. The Darwin region, like much of the Top End, experiences a tropical climate with a wet and dry season and boasts a vibrant multicultural community, where Indigenous heritage blends seamlessly with the influence of diverse international populations. Darwin's rich history provides an incredible background for the diverse cultural and historical activities. On the 9th September 1839, HMS Beagle sailed into Darwin harbour during its survey of the area. John Clements Wickham named the region “Port Darwin” in honour of their former shipmate Charles Darwin. The city has been rebuilt almost entirely four times, following cyclones and Japanese air raids in World War II.
Day 1: Days at Sea
Day 2: King George River, Western Australia, Australia
- 7:00am - 5:00pm: Explore the King George Falls, the two highest twin waterfalls in Australia at 80m/250ft in height. The river was named in 1911 by explorer Charles Conigrave after a privately funded expedition in the area. The river is named in honor of King George V. This incredible sandstone gorge is a highlight of any Kimberley Expedition. INCLUDED EXPEDITION--NO BOOKING REQUIRED* Zodiac Tour Join the expedition team as we leave our anchorage position in Koolama Bay and head into the entrance of the King George River and falls. The 10 nautical mile Zodiac expedition takes us through a winding sandstone gorge, with incredible honeycomb and vertical erosion. Keep a lookout for Saltwater crocodiles, sleeping on the banks of the river. A wide variety of birdlife will also be pointed out by your Zodiac driver/naturalist. The highlight is of course the King George Falls, the two highest twin waterfalls in Australia at 80m/250ft in height. Depending on conditions we hope to get the Zodiacs close to the waterfalls for a refreshing spray to cool us down. This zodiac tour really is one of the highlights of the Kimberley region and a wonder of nature. *Please note this expedition experience is exclusively available on our expedition ships, Seabourn Venture or Seabourn Pursuit. All shore excursions shared here are subject to availability and are weather and conditions permitting.
Included King George Falls by Zodiac Starting At $0 Join the Expedition team in the Zodiacs and head to the entrance of the King George River. An eleven-mile adventure winds through a twisting sandstone gorge, with the rare visual effect of both honeycomb and vertical erosion. Join the ship’s naturalists in looking for birds and other wildlife along the way, including saltwater crocodiles cat-napping on the riverbank. King George Falls — the tallest twin waterfalls in Australia at 250 feet (80m) — are a stunning highlight. When possible, your Zodiac will maneuver close to the waterfalls' refreshing spray. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 3: Vansittart Bay, Western Australia, Australia
- 7:00am - 3:00pm: Vansittart Bay is a small remote bay of about 30k m², synonymous with the Truscott air base that was operational during the Second World War. The bay features beaches and aircraft wrecks, but the reason for our visit is the Gwion Gwion or Bradshaw art found on Jar Island. Jar Island was named by an early survey team who found clay jars on the island. These jars were the same type as those used by the Macassans who would travel down from (what today we know as) Indonesia to the top end of Australia in search of sea cucumbers. According to Aboriginal legend, the art was created by birds. It was said that these birds pecked the rocks until their beaks bled, and then created these fine paintings by using a tail feather and their own blood. The bird said responsible was known as Gwion. The Gwion Gwion art is often called Bradshaw art after Joseph Bradshaw, the first European person to record the style of painting in 1891. INCLUDED EXPEDITION--NO BOOKING REQUIRED* Zodiac Landing on Jar Island: This morning we will head out with the expedition team to explore the uninhabited, Jar Island. From the ship's anchorage position, a short Zodiac ride will bring you ashore for a wet landing onto a perfectly white sandy beach. Once ashore, a short walk of about 250m/750ft along a flat sandy beach and then on to flat rocks, will bring you to the base of the rock art gallery that depicts the Bradshaw or Gwion Gwion art. After a short scramble over some rocks, you will be at the gallery itself, enjoying a rare glimpse into a fascinating part of history along with a vivid interpretation by the expedition team. *Please note this expedition experience is exclusively available on our expedition ships, Seabourn Venture or Seabourn Pursuit. All shore excursions shared here are subject to availability and are weather and conditions permitting.
Included Walk Ashore on Jar Island Starting At $0 Transfer ashore by Zodiac with the Expedition team to explore Jar Island, beginning with a wet landing onto a sun-bleached, perfectly white sandy beach. Walk about 750 feet (250m) along the sand and climb over stacked, table-like rocks. Inland, walk to an enchanting natural gallery showcasing the renowned Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) rock paintings — a rare glimpse into a fascinating part of Australia's human history. A vivid interpretation by the Expedition team and/or local Aboriginal people explains how these petroglyphs were created more than 12,000 years ago and the meaning of the clothing and accessories they depict. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 4: Ashmore Reef, Australia
- 8:00am - 1:00pm: Ashmore Reef Marine Park is an Australian marine park that covers the Ashmore Reef, which is located about 630 km (390 mi) north of Broome and 110 km (68 mi) south of the Indonesian Islands of Rote. The marine park covers an area of 583 km² (225 sq mi). It is one of 13 parks managed under the North West Marine Network. The marine park comprises several marine habitats, including seagrass meadows, intertidal sand flats, coral reef flats, and lagoons, and supports an important and diverse range of species, including 14 species of sea snakes, a population of dugong that may be genetically distinct, a diverse marine invertebrates fauna, and many endemic species, especially of sea snakes and mollusks. There are feeding and nesting sites for loggerhead, hawksbill, and green turtles. INCLUDED EXPEDITION--NO BOOKING REQUIRED* Snorkeling *Please note this expedition experience is exclusively available on our expedition ships, Seabourn Venture or Seabourn Pursuit. All shore excursions shared here are subject to availability and are weather and conditions permitting. I
ncluded Snorkeling at Ashmore Reef Starting At $0 Hop into the Zodiacs and head toward Ashmore Reef — the show-stealing prima donna within the 225-square-mile Ashmore Reef Marine Park. The remarkable and rare biodiversity of this ecosystem includes a dynamic blend of hard and soft corals, sea sponges, sea fans, dugongs, sharks, turtles, rays and fish. Snorkel with the Expedition team, who will help you to better understand this special environment. Ashore, pelagic seabirds rest and refresh in a Ramsar Wetland site, along with shorebirds and waders. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 5: Hunter River, Western Australia, Australia
- 7:00am - 5:00pm: The Hunter River was named in 1820 by the explorer Philip Parker King aboard the Mermaid Cutter, while making charts in the area. The river was named after the surgeon on Mermaid, James Hunter. The river is home to a large mangrove estuary, that forms part of Porosus Creek (Crocodile Creek) and home to several bird species, Osprey, Brahminy Kite, and White-tailed Sea eagles. Mitchell River National Park is one of Kimberley's two national parks. The park lies in some of the most remote and inaccessible country in Australia. It is about 350 km north-east of Derby, and 270 km north-west of Wyndham. The park of 115,300 hectares lies in a remote part of the Kimberley and contains some of the region's scenic jewels. The Mitchell Plateau is one of the most scenic and biologically important areas of the State. Small patches of rainforest grow around the margins of the plateau, where they are protected from fire and receive additional moisture. INCLUDED EXPEDITION--NO BOOKING REQUIRED* Zodiac Cruise Leaving the ship from its anchorage position, we will start our Zodiac tour of Hunter River, passing first Naturalist Island and then Indian Head. (a sandstone headland depicting the head of an Indian) You then start to enter the mouth of the Hunter River. Near the end of Hunter River, we turn left down Porosus Creek named aptly after the many saltwater crocodiles that call the area home. Depending on the tide, we will have the opportunity to head into the mangroves and explore this unique environment, coupled with detailed interpretation of the area. Keep a look out, as sightings of saltwater crocodiles, osprey, White Bellied Sea Eagles and Brahminy Kites are quite common. This is a magnificent Zodiac cruise show casing one of the Kimberley highlights. *Please note this expedition experience is exclusively available on our expedition ships, Seabourn Venture or Seabourn Pursuit. All shore excursions shared here are subject to availability and are weather and conditions permitting.
Included Hunter River by Zodiac Starting At $0 Leaving the ship from its anchorage position, we will start our Zodiac tour of Hunter river, passing first Naturalist Island and then Indian Head, a sandstone headland depicting the head of an Indian. You then start to enter the mouth of the Hunter River. Near the end of Hunter river, we turn left down Porosus Creek named aptly after the many saltwater crocodiles that call the area home. Depending on the tide, we will have the opportunity to head into the mangroves and explore this unique environment, coupled with detailed interpretation of the area. Keep a look out, as sightings of saltwater crocodiles, osprey, White Bellied Sea Eagles and Brahminy Kites are quite common. This is a magnificent Zodiac cruise show casing one of the Kimberley highlights. Please Note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 6: Swift Bay, Australia
- 7:00am - 5:00pm: Swift Bay lies within the maze-like Bonaparte Archipelago off Western Australia’s northwest coast. This is land of the Wunambal Gaambera people, whose ancestors were among the first to settle Australia. It also is home to some of the oldest and most abundant rock art in the world. When Aboriginal marine voyagers first arrived in the remote Kimberley from Africa upward of 50,000 years ago, they started decorating the fractured sandstone walls with paintings. Some of the finest adorn the rock shelters, caves and overhangs found around Swift Bay, which early Australian explorer Phillip Parker King named in honor of Jonathon Swift, author of Gulliver’s Travels. The T-shaped bay features massive galleries with both Wandjina and Gwion Gwion art, offering a unique opportunity to compare these two distinctive styles. Wandjina spirit images, created about 3,500 years ago, are wide-eyed, richly detailed, and often appear alongside fish, turtles, crocodiles and other creatures. The much older Gwion Gwion paintings are unique to the Kimberley region and feature elongated humanlike figures, some of which are hunting, dancing, and even sailing in ships.
Day 7: Montgomery Reef, Western Australia, Australia
- 5:30am - 10:00am: Montgomery Reef is a reef off the Kimberley coast of Western Australia. It is situated at the southwestern Camden Sound end of and surrounds Yawajaba (Montgomery) Island. With its total area of 400 square kilometers (154 sq mi) it is the world's largest inshore reef. The reef and island were named by Philip Parker King, the first European to sight the island, aboard the HMS Mermaid while exploring the area in 1818. King named the island after the ship's surgeon, Andrew Montgomery. When the tide is out, vast lagoons, sandstone islets, and a central mangrove island are revealed. The outward movement of the tide forms a torrent of water, creating a river cutting through the reef and hundreds of cascading waterfalls. At low tide, more than 4 meters (13 ft) of reef can be exposed. While the tide is going out, the waterfalls attract migratory wading birds, feeding turtles manta rays, black tipped reef sharks and dugongs. EXPEDITION SHORE EXCURSION: Zodiac Cruise Arriving on high tide, we leave the ship and head out by Zodiac to the edge of Montgomery reef. As soon as the tide drops it exposes the “river” a narrow channel we will explore by Zodiac. We will witness torrent water and endless cascading waterfalls. As the water drops further, the reef is exposed, and fish are trapped on the reef and in pools. They brings in an array of birdlife. Keep a look out for the white and grey morph eastern reef egret, ospreys, white bellied sea eagles and the beach thick knee. In the water we hope to see dugongs, stokes sea snake, tawny nurse sharks and hammerhead sharks. When the tide is out, many turtles are concentrated into the 'river', and over a few hours one can see dozens and dozens of them. They are often found both in the water and stranded on the reef.
Included Montgomery Reef by Zodiac Starting At $0 Arriving on high tide, we leave the ship and head out by Zodiac to the edge of Montgomery reef. As soon as the tide drops it exposes the 'river' a narrow channel we will explore by Zodiac. We will witness torrent water and endless cascading waterfalls. As the water drops further, the reef is exposed, and fish are trapped on the reef and in pools. They brings in an array of birdlife. Keep a look out for the white and grey morph eastern reef egret, ospreys, white bellied sea eagles and the beach thick knee. In the water we hope to see dugongs, stokes sea snake, tawny nurse sharks and hammerhead sharks. When the tide is out, many turtles are concentrated into the 'river', and over a few hours one can see dozens and dozens of them. They are often found both in the water and stranded on the reef. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 7: Freshwater Cove, Western Australia, Australia
- 11:45am - 10:45pm: Wiggingarra Butt Butt (Freshwater Cove) lies on the mainland adjacent to Montgomery Reef. Named appropriately, as fresh water pours from out the ground all year round, making this an ideal area for a traditional camp. The area is managed in partnership with the Damibmangari traditional owners, who have strong cultural connections to the Lalang-garram / Camden Sound Marine Park and Montgomery Islands.
Included Cultural Visit Ashore with the Worrora (Arraluli clan) traditional Landowners Starting At $0 Take a Zodiac shuttle ashore with the Expedition team. The Worrora People (Arraluli Clan) — the traditional landowners — welcome you with a face-painting ceremony. This is a ritual seldom experienced by those outside of the community. Follow the Expedition team on a moderate 1.5-mile (2 -2.5km) walk along a well-marked path. Your destination is a rocky overhang and a significant gallery of Wanjina and Dreamtime art. The Worrora offer an authentic interpretation of the incredible petroglyph artwork and the associated Dreamtime stories that underpin pre-European life in the Kimberley region. Return to the beach for a tribal smoke ceremony — a symbolic send-off for a safe onward journey. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn.
Days 8 - 9: Talbot Bay, Western Australia, Australia
- 4:00am - 2:30am: Talbot Bay is the site of the Horizontal Waterfalls, which lie about 20 miles to the east of Cockatoo Island in the Buccaneer Archipelago. The effect of the waterfalls is created by the rapid tidal fall on the ocean-side of gaps in the sandstone cliffs. Waters on the inland side of the gaps cannot escape fast enough and so a ‘’horizontal waterfall’’ is created by the cascades, with water levels differing sometimes by several meters on either side of the gaps. The gaps themselves were once layers of siltstone in the strata of the sedimentary rock. It is through these gaps that tide movements push sea water to create the Horizontal Waterfalls.
Included Talbot Bay & Horizontal Falls by Zodiac Starting At $0 Hop into a Zodiac and cross Talbot Bay with the Expedition team. The Gap is a small marine passage eroded over time and the Expedition team expertly times our arrival to coincide with either slack high or slack low tide so that you will see the famed Horizontal Falls. This extraordinary phenomenon occurs as the tide forces seawater through a narrow gap, creating a 3- to 9-foot (1- to 3-meter) disparity between the water level on either side. Although we will not transit the gap via Zodiac, you will have plenty of time to watch and photograph the phenomenon. Further up the narrow gorge, we'll see sandstone formations, tidal eddies, and geological upthrusts creating a chocolate-like layering effect in the rocks. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 9: Lacepede Island, Western Australia, Australia
- 12:30pm - 6:00pm: The Lacepede Islands are a remote and pristine region, located in the Kimberley region of Western Australia. It is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and abundant wildlife. The islands feature rugged coastlines, white sandy beaches, and crystal-clear waters, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts and birdwatchers. Lacepede Islands are particularly famous for nesting seabirds, including the brown booby and the roseate tern. The islands are also an important site for marine life, with coral reefs and diverse fish species in its surrounding waters. Visitors can enjoy snorkeling, wildlife observation, and the untouched wilderness of this isolated and unspoiled island group. It offers a unique opportunity to experience the unspoiled beauty of the Kimberley coastline.
Included Lacepede Islands by Zodiac Starting At $0 Join the Expedition team to see the incredible wildlife of the Lacepede Islands by Zodiac. We'll locate many different nesting sea bird species and green sea turtles that surface to breathe. Reef dwellers frequent the flourishing coral just offshore. Low and sparsely vegetated, the Lacepedes are home to an astonishing variety of birds, including brown and masked boobies, reef egrets, gulls, pelicans, oystercatchers, roseate terns and frigatebirds. The islands have a checkered past, having once been mined for guano and, in the 19th century, used as a holding depot for Aboriginals kidnapped for the pearl diving industry. Please note: Included Expeditions cannot be booked in advance. The ship's Expedition team will communicate finalized content and departure information. Shade is limited; to avoid sunburn, wear light, long clothing suitable for use as a cover-up. Bring a hat and sunglasses; wear biodegradable/reef-safe sunscreen. Bring bottled water. Life jackets are provided and must be worn. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed.
Day 10: Broome, Western Australia, Australia
- Arrives 7:00am Perched on the Northwest edge of Western Australia, Broome was once an isolated gem, reachable only by a rugged dirt road until the mid-1980s. The town is nestled on a narrow peninsula, encircled by the crystal-clear sapphire waters of the Indian Ocean and the tranquil expanse of Roebuck Bay. It stands as a global haven for migratory birds, offering them a scenic stopover on their long journeys. Broome sprang to life following the discovery of the world's most abundant pearl shell deposit. This revelation sparked a frenzy akin to a gold rush, drawing in hundreds of people lured by the promise of precious treasures. Despite a downturn in the pearl industry during the last century, the allure of Broome's natural splendor and serene ambiance held many captives, anchoring them to this coastal sanctuary. Today, Broome boasts a unique architectural landscape, a testament to its diverse history. A blend of colonial buildings, old mission houses, churches, and the huts of former pearling masters share the streets with more modern homes. These structures collectively echo a distinctive style that took root over eighty years ago.
Broome Sightseeing with Airport Transfer Starting At $145 Explore Broome's iconic landmarks on this scenic panoramic drive. Watch for world-famous Cable Beach — superbly photogenic with its pristine waters meeting pure white sand and red soil. See the red sandstone cliffs of Gantheaume Point and Roebuck Bay. Then, head through the streets of Chinatown — a bustling epicenter of retail pearl showrooms, art galleries, and homey cafés. Take photos during a brief stop at the Japanese Cemetery. More than 900 Japanese pearl divers — victims of diver paralysis — are buried here. Don't miss the 9 Zeros - 9 Stories art installation commemorating the air raid of World War II. Transfer to the airport in time for your flight. Please note: Tour consists mainly of sightseeing from the transportation. Stops are brief, and participants can remain in the vehicle. Participants must be able to board the coach, unassisted, by way of steps. This tour is available only to guests whose cruise ends in Broome, with flights departing after 16:00h.
Image Masters - Four Day Program Starting At $1500 www.seabourn.com/cruise-destinations/expedition-experience/image-masters/faq This is your chance to "Capture The Moment" and take your eye for photography to the next level with our exclusive photography masterclass offered on Seabourn Expedition voyages. This four-day immersive limited-seat workshop provides in-depth, in-the-field instruction on photo composition, camera technique, editing, and retouching, all led by an accomplished nature photographer. You’ll enjoy VIP (Very Important Photographer) access to your onboard Photo Coach, curated outings on and off the ship, and priority access to the ship’s Photo Studio. Our intimate "Capture The Moment" photo experience is only open to ten guests per Expedition voyage, so sign up now. Please note: Due to the nature of Expedition Travel, booking of Image Masters is done at a voyage level (Embarkation Day) and not a port level. This helps to facilitate the best possible guest experience. As such, we do not allocate a specific time or day for your booking or activity. The Photo Coach will be in contact onboard to coordinate the schedule for your itinerary. Your booking is for four days of Image Masters instruction during your expedition cruise. For ease of onboard communications within the Image Masters group, we encourage you to have WhatsApp on your mobile device, if not we suggest you download it prior to joining the ship.
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