Australia's last frontier

An expedition cruise in the marvelous Kimberley region

Australia's last frontier is a wild land of remote, spectacular scenery spread over huge distances, with a severe climate, a sparse population, and minimal infrastructure. Larger than 75% of the world's countries, the Kimberley is hemmed by coastline and deserts, making travel here a true adventure.

On this A&K expedition voyage, you’ll first assemble in the former pearling city of Broome. Then, join A&K’s world-renowned Expedition Team aboard Le Laperouse, embarking on an 11-day exploration of northwestern Australia’s rarely glimpsed Kimberley region. Discover a vast, untouched wilderness of far-flung islands, stunning tidal waterfalls, biodiverse reefs, riverine mangrove forests, historic aboriginal sites, cavernous coastal gorges, towering mountain ranges, and exotic wildlife. Wind down your expedition with a relaxing day at sea, disembarking in Darwin the following morning.

Highlights:

•Explore the vast and untouched Kimberley, cruising for 10 nights on a new, state-of-the-art ship that features luxury balcony accommodations for all guests.

•Begin your journey with a stay in the outback beach town of Broome with its turquoise surf, white sands, and spectacular sunsets.

•Gain privileged insights from A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team, featuring passionate wildlife and cultural experts, photographers, and true-to-life explorers who share an exciting program of lectures, excursions, and informal discussions.

•Marvel at majestic tidal phenomena during an excursion to the mystifying Horizontal Falls.

•Discover ancient indigenous history and rock art during excursions to Raft Point and Bigge Island.

•Take off on a thrilling heli-tour of Mitchell Falls’ tumbling cataracts and its pristine freshwater pools.

•Penetrate the rugged Kimberley coast on Zodiac excursions, exploring the mangrove-dotted Hunter River, and the canyons and twin falls of King George River.

•Soar over the beehive domes of the Outback’s dramatic Bungle Bungle Range on a fixed-wing flightseeing adventure.

Call us to discuss the itinerary for this off-the-beaten path destination!