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Orion
7 Night Art of Arnhem Land
Darwin to Thursday Island

Ship: Orion
Cruise Line: Orion Expedition Cruises
Departures:  20 September 2012
Duration: 7 Nights
Ports: Darwin, Pirlangimpi, Melville Island, Maningrida, Elcho Island, Yirrkala, Thursday Island
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Darwin
Airport gateway (Departure) : Thursday Island

 

Itinerary

Day 1 Darwin, Northern Territory
Day 2 Pirlangimpi (Melville island)
Day 3 Maningrida
Day 4 Elcho Island
Day 5 Jensen Bay / Hole In The Wall
Day 6 Yirrkala
Day 7 Merauke
Day 8 Thursday Island, Torres Strait

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

 

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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

Pirlangimpi

Pirlangimpi (Melville island) 
Latitude: 11°55'S
Longitude: 130°58'E 

Visit the Munupi Arts to view the distinctive features of Tiwi art including ceramics and carved totemic Pukumani funeral poles, unique to Tiwi culture. You can visit the remnants of Fort Dundas - one of the original attempts to colonise the Top End, or learn new skills by joining the locals in their small boats to participate in traditional hunting and gathering, spearing fish, collecting mud crabs and items of bush tucker in this pristine marine-eco environment.

Melville Island



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

Places of Interest

Maningrida

Maningrida

Latitude: 12°2'S
Longitude: 134°13'E

Maningrida is a self-governing indigenous community in the heart of the Arnhem Land. The township dates back to just after WWII, with migration into Maningrida reflected in linguistic variety and cultural diversity evidenced by the different religious ceremonies and multitude of artistic forms in design, music and dance.

Recognised nationally and internationally, this is one of the powerhouse art areas of central Arnhem Land. Bark painting, pandanus weaving and wood carvings - especially the Mimi spirits - are all distinctive features of the artistic endeavour. The excellent Djiom Museum is a highlight, showcasing the richness of the ceremonial apparel and intricacies of the material culture.

Thursday Island

Thursday Island is the administrative centre for the Torres Strait islands which have been part of Queensland since 1872. "T.I." as it's usually known, is the most popular of the Torres Strait Islands. It's only just overthree square km in area and 39km off the top of Cape York. The strait's population of 25 000 live on more than 20 islands, and is engaged mostly in fishing, prawning and a declining pearling industry. Thursday Island is now identified as one of the last great frontiers in Australia.


Country - Australia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distancefrom Port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
Green Hill Fort, Horn and Badu Islands, Quetta Memorial Museum

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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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