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14 Day Kimberley Cruise
Highlights
- Witness the breathtaking King George Falls cascading after the wet season, showcasing nature's raw power and beauty.
- Explore ancient Aboriginal art sites, connecting with the rich cultural heritage of the Kimberley region.
- Swim in refreshing freshwater holes, offering a perfect escape amidst stunning natural landscapes.
- Fish for elusive Barramundi in pristine waters, experiencing the thrill of catching a local favourite.
This is the ultimate wilderness cruise along the whole Kimberley coast. Cruising between Broome and Wyndham, this adventure really does have it all; witness amazing Kimberley icons such as the King George Falls, Berkeley River, Montgomery Reef and the Horizontal Falls to name a few. Enjoy refreshing swims in freshwater holes, explore historical Aboriginal art sites, fish for the elusive Barramundi plus many other fish species and view majestic gorges.
This cruise operates just after the wet season when the waterfalls are spectacular.
Itinerary highlights
Kimberley Coastal icons
Buccaneer Archipelago – Dugong Bay – Horizontal Falls – Montgomery Reef – Red Cone Creek – Ruby Falls – Sale River – Doubtful Bay – Raft Point – Langii Stone Warriors – Camden Harbour – Sheep Island – King Cascade – Cathedral Falls – Careening Bay – Bigge Island – Mitchell Falls – Vansittart Bay – DC3Plane Wreck – Drysdale River – Glycosmis Falls – Koolama Bay – King George Falls – Berkeley River.
This is only a suggested itinerary. The remote Kimberley region experiences large tidal movements which can affect the itinerary. They may need to vary this from time to time, however, no matter the tides, you will always visit the spectacular icons of this region. There will be plenty of land and sightseeing excursions to many untouched places and opportunities to catch fresh fish for the table.
Please note scenic helicopter flights are available on request.
Tour details
- On demand
Features
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Sevice Activity
Actively welcomes people with access needs.
General access
- Offers multiple options for booking – web, email, phone is available.
- Offers a range of contact methods for receiving complaints.
- Staff are trained in disability awareness.
- Accessibility information and photos, including of a bathroom, room and/or floor plan on their website (can be emailed on request).
- Asks all visitors if there are any specific needs to be met.
- Advise tour guides of the access needs of guests at the time of booking (includes pick up and drop off requirements)
Physical – Mobility
Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Uses floors/coverings which are slip resistant, firm and smooth
- Uses non-slip tiles in the bathroom or slip resistant matting
- Grab rails in the bathroom
- Seating in common areas including reception area
Allergies and intolerances
Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
- Modify their cooking and cleaning practices to cater for people with food allergies or chemical intolerances (could include menus with meals free from: nuts, dairy, seafood, eggs, gluten etc).
- Staff are trained to respond to allergic reactions.
- Complies with The Food Authority requirements for allergy management in food preparation.
- Equipment to respond to anaphylactic shock such as epi–pens and defibrillator.
Operation information
Kimberley Quest
Kimberley Quest is a multi-award-winning, expedition-style cruise company that caters for individuals and small groups on board the luxurious Kimberley Quest II. Offering extended wilderness cruises operating along the vast Kimberley coastline from 4 to 21 days Broome and Wyndham.
Kimberley Quest is locally owned and operated, cruising and exploring the Kimberley for 30 years.
The Kimberley Quest II is a 25 metre fully air-conditioned, custom-built expedition vessel that has been designed for exploring the Kimberley coastline and is equipped with three five-metre excursion tenders (giving the flexibility to tailor-make excursions), shaded 11-metre excursion fast boat to accommodate all guests and guides, Helipad (giving an alternative perspective), spa (to enjoy the sunset and scenery with champagne in hand) and spacious indoor and large alfresco areas (plenty of space to relax and absorb the magnificent Kimberley scenery).
Kimberley Quest II ensures a personalised service with seven crew on board. The crew have a wealth of knowledge and are there to share their amazing insights into the Kimberley region. They are experienced in their roles, friendly and most importantly, passionate about the Kimberley’s deep history, culture and ecology. From ensuring guests have everything they require on and off the boat, to helping land a huge fish, the crew take great pride and pleasure in making lasting cruise memories!
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Accreditations
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ECO Certified (Advanced Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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ECO Certified (Ecotourism) by Ecotourism Australia
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Quality Tourism Accreditation
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Sustainable Tourism Accreditation by ATIC
Memberships
- Australian Tourism Export Council
- Boating Industry Association
- Charter Vessel Association
- Regional Tourist/Tourism Association/Organisation
- Visitor Information Centre
- WA – Australia's North West Tourism