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Orion
10 Night Kimberley Expedition
Darwin to Broome

Ship: Orion
Cruise Line: Orion Expedition Cruises
Departures: 
Duration: 10 Nights
Ports: Darwin, Wyndham, King George River, Vansittart Bay, Hunter River, Montgomery Reef, Talbot Bay, Broome
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Darwin
Airport gateway (Departure) : Broome

Itinerary

 

Day Destination
Day 1 Darwin, Northern Territory
Day 2 Jaco Island (Operational Stop)
Day 3 At sea
Day 4 Wyndham (for Bungle Bungles)
Day 5 King George River and Falls
Day 6 Vansittart Bay
Day 7 Hunter River (for Mitchell Falls)
Day 8 Montgomery Reef/Raft Point
Day 9 Talbot Bay/Horizontal Waterfalls
Day 10 Nares Point & Crocodile Creek 
Day 11 Broome, Western Australia

 

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

Cabin Pricing

* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include Port Charges and Fuel Charges (if applicable).
* All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on . Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

Current discount of 20% off brochured fares valid until further notice. Subject to availability at time of booking

Gratuities included

Cabin Single Twin Triple Quad + Child + Infant
Category OS - Owner's Suite ---$15244------------Book or Enquire
Category OS - Owner's Suite ---$15244------------Book or Enquire
Category JS - Junior Suite---$10040------------Book or Enquire
Category JS - Junior Suite---$10040------------Book or Enquire
Category DS - Deluxe Suite---$10996------------Book or Enquire
Category DS - Deluxe Suite---$10996------------Book or Enquire
Category BS - French Balcony Suite---$13124------------Book or Enquire
Category BS - French Balcony Suite---$13124------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Oceanview Stateroom---$8452------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Oceanview Stateroom---$8452------------Book or Enquire
 

Ports

Darwin

Darwin is a modern city (largely because its previous incarnation was blown down by a cyclone) with sparkling buildings and broad streets. Its fortunes are built on the sugar and fruits from the plantations and forests, which enfold the city. Study Aboriginal art and pearl fishing in the city’s museums.

Country - Australia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 11kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
Crocodylus Park, Museum of Art and Science, Adelaide River

Wyndham

Gazetted in 1886, Wyndham is a town in the East Kimberley.  This Western-style has a stunning town backdrop is The Bastion, on top of which sits the Five Rivers Lookout - part of the Bastion Ranges which overlook the three main sections of the town.

Country - Australia
Distance from port to City -
Distance from Port to Airport -
Currency - Aussie Dollar (AUD) 

Places of Interest
The Bastion, Five Elders Lookout

King George River

King George River and Falls
Latitude: 13°57'S
Longitude: 127°19'E

Originally known as King George Bay, the area was renamed after the merchant ship Koolama was bombed near here by Japanese aircraft during World War II. The 12km journey up the King George River reveals some of the world's most spectacular scenery and a wealth of bird species. The almost vertical sheer canyon walls have been eroded over millions of years and look like stacks of sandstone reminiscent of a child's building blocks. The King George River drains the Gardner Plateau and the falls are the highest single-drop falls in the whole of the Kimberley (100m or 330ft). Whether you experience the mighty thundering of the falls early in the season, or have the chance to get up close and personal later in the year, you'll be in awe of the sight.

Source: www.orionexpeditions.com

Talbot Bay

Latitude: 16° 19'S
Longitude: 123° 52'E

The Horizontal Waterfalls in the Buccaneer Archipelago are a product of the huge tides in the region, and the effect is created by the rapid tidal fall on the ocean-side of gaps in the cliffs. When conditions are right it is possible for a "waterfall" up to 3 metres high to form as the waters trapped on the landward side cascade out through the narrow gap to the ocean side. A flotilla of Orion's Zodiacs will take you for an exhilarating trip to witness the phenomenon of the falls. For a totally different perspective, see the falls from the air aboard our exclusively chartered seaplane. You'll gain a completely different appreciation of the massive tidal movement and the prehistoric geology that created it. Later in the day join expedition team members on a Zodiac excursion to Cyclone Bay where the tortured geological folds of what was once seabed will be explained.

Sourced from Orion Expeditions http://www.orionexpeditions.com/expeditions/kimberley/destinations_shorex

Country - Australia

Broome

Bordered by the Indian Ocean and sandy beaches on one side and the arid red-green landscape of the Kimberley wilderness on the other, Western Australia's Broome is a place a beat apart from the rest of Australia. Broome is a vibrant city filled with a history and culture all its own, as well as the gateway to the vast Kimberley wilderness.

Country - Australia
Distance from port to City - 10kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
The Kimberleys, Cable Beach

 

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Orion Expedition Cruises

Founded in early 2004, Australian owned and operated, Orion Expedition Cruises has developed voyages to encourage guests to become a part of the region they are discovering.

Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.

Described as the latest in the quest to build the perfect expedition vessel * , all Orion’s staterooms feature ocean views and offer internet access, flat-screen TV, DVD/CD, a choice of twin and queen sized beds, a sitting area and marble bathrooms. Other on board amenities include a health spa with gymnasium, sauna, sun deck Jacuzzi and a stern marina platform.

Orion offers a range of included and optional Shoreside Expeditions designed to enhance the destination exploration for our guests. From Mallard sea plane flights and outback 4WD tours, to snorkeling over pristine coral formations, there are many unique opportunities for guests to visit areas of Australia that even most Australians don’t get to see. As part of our commitment to offering guests an enriching experience, on board speakers have been selected for their knowledge and expertise on the regions they visit. Guests are invited to attend presentations in the 90 seat Lecture Theatre.

Our innovative expeditions are year-round and vary with the seasons:
- Winter (May to September) in the Kimberley, Top End, East Timor, Arnhem Land and Komodo
- Spring (October, November) and Autumn (March, April) in remote and unspoilt parts of the World Heritage Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait Islands and Papua New Guinea
- Summer (December, January and February) in the Tasman Sea, Tasmania and Antarctica.

We would be delighted to have you join us on a voyage to some of the most wonderful but rarely seen places on earth.

 

Ship info

Orion

Orion is a purpose built vessel designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.

Dining

  • Constellation Restaurant
  • Delphinius Outdoor Cafe
Entertainment

    • Leda Lounge and Cocktail Bar
    • Onboard Specialist Lecturers
    • Lecture Theatre
Onboard Activities

  • Gymnasium
  • Libary
  • Boutique
  • Hair and Beauty Salon
  • Jacuzzi
  • Sporting Facilities
  • Vega Health Spa

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
    4,050 Tonnes
Star Rating
    4.5 Star
Size/Style of Ship     Small/Expedition
Entered Service     Nov 2003
Registry     The Bahamas
Former Name     None
Length     102.7 metres
Beam     14 metres
Draft     3.7 metres
Propulsion/Propellers     diesel/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)     22
Passenger Capacity (twin)
    106
Crew     65
Nationality of Officers     European
Nationality of Crew     Filipino
Total Cabins     53
Total Inside cabins     0
Total Outside cabins     53
Cabin/Suites with Balcony     0
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins     0
Passenger Decks     7
Cabin Electricity
    110v/220v
Elevators     1
Self-Service Laundry
    No
Onboard Currency (subject to change)     AUD

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