Kimberley Icons, Ashmore & The Rowley Shoals

Witness magnificent coastal vistas created by towering rock ridges, silent secluded gorges, abundant wildlife, and massive tidal movements. Expert guides interpret 40,000-year-old rock art, and retrace the history of Phillip Parker King who first charted this spectacular coastline 200 years ago. Board a Zodiac and touch the spray from the magnificent King George River and its towering 80-metre sandstone escarpments. Join an expert guide to learn about the history of the ancient Wandjina and Gwion Gwion rock paintings. Witness waterfalls cascading off Montgomery Reef as it rises out of the ocean on the ebbing tide, whilst discovering the reef’s diverse marine life. Finish off the voyage at a chain of coral atolls offering some of the best snorkelling and diving opportunities in the world. Their shallow lagoons are inhabited by myriad coral species and marine life, including giant potato cod, Maori wrasse, at least 233 species of coral and 688 species of fish – many of which are not found on other coral reefs.

Inclusions:

• All excursions with our Expedition Team

• Use of Xplorer, Zodiacs and Kayaks

• Snorkelling & SCUBA equipment (SCUBA diving at an additional cost)

• Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers

• All meals, chef-prepared on board

• Captain’s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access

• Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner

• 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station

• All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities

• Tips and gratuities

• Use of all onboard facilities, incl. a reference library

• Expedition diary, along with a photo and video gallery documenting the highlights of your voyage

• Post-cruise transfers

• Wifi Access – Standard speed connectivity enabling email, social image sharing, web browsing and messaging

Price: From $10,700 per person