~~ 01-Apr-2025 to 08-Aug-2026~~Valid for 01APR25-08AUG26:
Day 1:
Join the coach transfer in Kununurra, "welcome aboard" the magnificent TRUE NORTH will be in the frontier town of Wyndham. Embarkation is at 05:00pm, time for a cocktail with your fellow adventurers before departing at approximately 06:30pm. Dinner is served shortly after leaving port and then it's an overnight cruise to the King George River.
Day 2:
As soon as the tide is high enough, you’ll cross the sand bar at the mouth of the mighty King George to reveal a breathtaking river vista. The journey upstream will take you to the very ‘jewel in the crown’, The King George Falls. Here you anchor at the base of the Twin Falls and you will find endless places to explore. Climb or take the helicopter (additional expense payable direct) to the top of the falls for a Kimberley highlight. In the afternoon learn about the history of the wreck of the Koolama and take a stroll at Tranquil Bay.
Day 3:
Explore the Drysdale and catch one of the favourite fish, the impressive mangrove jack! The adventure boats will head ‘up-river’ for scones and billy tea, a signature TRUE North experience. There will also be opportunities to indulge in some beachcombing and in the afternoon the ship's helicopter (additional expense payable direct) will visit the remote community of Kalumburu.
Day 4:
Today you will have an opportunity to see the “Bradshaws”, ancient rock art that pre-dates other examples of Aboriginal culture. In fact, they are possibly the oldest ‘paintings’ known to man. The heli-picnic (additional expense payable direct) at Eagle Falls is always a ‘big hit’, a breathtaking helicopter flight and, TRUE NORTH’s mouth-watering fare alongside a picture-perfect waterfall. Vansittart Bay also has a reputation for producing monster mackerel and, the adventure boats will also be busy exploring the local beaches and creeks.
Day 5:
The Mitchell River is renowned for big barra and even bigger crocs! The adventure boats will head up river to the scenic Surveyors Creek, a great place for a swim (no crocs here!) The fishermen will again join the hunt for the elusive barramundi and, there will be more opportunities for helicopter flights over an ancient land including the spectacular Mitchell Falls! Then, join the crew for for our pearl and diamond party. Enjoy a glass of bubbly whilst trying on the exquisite pieces created by the artistes at Allure, Jewels of the Kimberley Fine Diamonds.
Day 6:
Wake up in the stunning turqoise waters of Swift Bay. No time to dally after an early morning breakfast it’s time to join the ‘hunt for the black-lip oyster’. In fact their much-talked about proportions render them not hard to find at all! Savour their unique taste direct from the rock – aside from some freshly squeezed lemon, you can’t get much more a la naturale than that! There are also some excellent examples of both Wandjina and Bradshaw art nearby and the waters are alive with light game species such as queenfish, giant trevally and mackerel. Join the crew for a walk through a rock art gallery, followed by sunset drinks on the picturesque Winyalkin Island. Enjoy delicious hor d'oeuvres from our chef and watch the sun descend on another action packed day in the Kimberley.
Day 7:
The Roe River, another great opportunity to catch a barra as you explore a river that boasts one of the highest crocodile counts in the Kimberley! The Roe was named after the Surveyor-General of Western Australia, John Septimus Roe conducted numerous expeditions along the Kimberley coast between 1829 and 1849 and the ship’s helicopter (additional expense payable direct) will dramatically demonstrate the maze of creeks and endless coast that the early explorers encountered! In the afternoon you will sail into Prince Frederick Harbour and enjoy sunset drinks on Art Island.
Day 8:
Wake this morning in the magnificent Hunter River. The Hunter is about as far away as you can get in Australia, a stunning river system that is lined with dense mangrove forests, surrounded by rainforest encrusted mountains. And the Hunter has it all, fishing, mud crabbing, bird-watching and simply exploring 'where few have been before'. Join one of our adventure boats for a closer look, enjoy a challenging hike to Jackson Falls and, there's even more splendour from the helicopter (additional expense payable direct). In the afternoon, visit one of the Kimberley's most historic sites, Phillip Parker King's boab tree.
Day 9:
In the heart of the Kimberley lies the mighty Prince Regent! The scenery will astound and there will be some ‘not to be missed’ fishing action as the TRUE NORTH graces this majestic river! At King Cascade we will manoeuvre the TRUE NORTH right under the falls before another breathtaking helicopter flight (additional expense payable direct) to a picnic that you’ll never forget – our chefs will prepare more of their destination-inspired dishes alongside a crystal clear billabong – in one of the most remote places on earth! The helicopter (additional expense payable direct) will also be popular when the first group of intrepid explorers returns from Jurassic Park! Then we’ll re-join the TRUE NORTH for an overnight anchorage off Camp Creek.
Day 10:
The early-risers will be treated to a heli-flight (additional expense payable direct) with a difference, a champagne sunrise on the top of a mountain! Then it’s time for more ‘adventure in the tenders’ – a chance to stretch the laces on your hiking boots and an opportunity to swim in yet another picture perfect billabong, or perhaps you’d like to venture further upriver to visit the spectacular ‘Amphitheatre’ waterfall. The helicopter (additional expense payable direct) will take to the skies once again, this time to land at a number of remote rock art sites. Accessible only by helicopter (additional expense payable direct), these ancient art galleries will simply leave you in awe!
Day 11:
This morning is devoted to exploring the Sale River. Join naturalists and adventurers alike as we ‘ride the tide’ on a classic river expedition! The mouth of the Sale offers another opportunity to ‘land a barra’! Enjoy lunch as we weigh anchor and set sail for another Kimberley icon, Montgomery Reef! Montgomery is a unique ecosystem that must be seen to be believed and see it you will as 140 square miles of coral reef rises out of the ocean right before your very eyes! Water cascades from the reef as the tide falls exposing a privileged glimpse of another world! Turtles, dugong, crocodiles and every imaginable sea creature abound and the helicopter puts all in perspective!
Day 12:
Start the day with some more hot fishing action, this time at “Three Ways”. Join crew and guest alike for a moderate walk to Ruby Falls and be rewarded with a refreshing swim in the large natural rock pool. The keen anglers will take-off on a heli fishing adventure to a secret-spot where the fresh meets the salt! As the day comes to an end, make your way to the bar lounge for cocktail hour before experiencing another unique dining experience.
Day 13:
It’s time to ‘personally’ introduce you to another Kimberley icon, The Horizontal Falls. Experience the awesome power of the region’s huge tidal range in an exhilarating tender ride and then climb aboard your air conditioned helicopter for a view of the falls that very few experience! Take a refreshing swim and then walk on the squeaky white sands of Silica Beach. Or join one of the adventure boats on a sightseeing expedition to Whirlpool Pass, another demonstration of the Kimberley’s powerful tides. All too soon your adventure on the TRUE NORTH is coming to an end – enjoy a farewell dinner to remember as the TRUE NORTH glides past Cockatoo and Koolan Islands, Cape Leveque and down the Dampier Peninsula to Broome.
Day 14:
On arrival in Broome at approximately 08:00am, a coach will transfer to your accommodation or connecting flight.~~~~ |
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