Expedition Advisory · Kimberley · Heritage Expeditions
Kimberley Explorer
Darwin to Broome · 11 days / 10 nights
Published Main Deck Triple starting fare, per person sharing. Twin cabins are quoted separately. Starting fare checked 4 October 2026; subject to availability and change. Flights and additional travel arrangements are extra.
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Why we picked this voyage
An expedition worth considering
A one-way expedition for travellers who want both Kimberley gateway towns and a route with an offshore reef component. The ship carries 140 guests, with Zodiac outings central to the experience.
An expedition crossing between the Kimberley gateway towns.
A Darwin-Broome crossing with Ashmore Reef and the Lacepede Islands.
This is a remote expedition with Zodiac access and variable tides. Waterfall flow is seasonal, and landing permissions can change.
Let’s match the ship, season and cabin to your priorities.
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The voyage
Voyage overview
A one-way expedition for travellers who want both Kimberley gateway towns and a route with an offshore reef component. The ship carries 140 guests, with Zodiac outings central to the experience.
- King George River’s sandstone gorge
- Wandjina and Gwion Gwion rock art
- Hunter River mangroves and coastal wildlife
- Collier Bay and Montgomery Reef
- Flexible Zodiac exploration with naturalists
Your expedition
Day-by-day plan
Darwin to Broome. This is a guide to the experience; the order and daily activities adapt to conditions.
Darwin
Embark and meet the expedition team before sailing for the Kimberley. Some departures can operate in reverse; this describes the July 2027 Darwin-Broome route.
King George River
Explore the sandstone gorge by Zodiac. The twin falls are fed by wet-season rainfall, so their flow varies.
Vansittart Bay
Explore the rock art, coastal scenery and wartime aircraft site.
Ashmore Reef
Visit Australia’s remote marine park within permitted access rules. A Zodiac cruise may be possible; landings are not promised.
Bigge Island and Careening Bay
Explore rock art and coastal history, including the published Mermaid Boab Tree visit.
Swift Bay
Discover the Bonaparte Archipelago’s inlet scenery and rock art sites, with Zodiac outings shaped by conditions.
Hunter River
Explore mangroves and river wildlife. An optional Mitchell Falls helicopter flight is an additional cost.
Collier Bay
Explore tidal reef and bay scenery around Montgomery Reef and Talbot Bay. No passage through Horizontal Falls is promised.
Lacepede Islands
Explore by Zodiac around this important seabird and turtle habitat when conditions allow. Landings are not permitted.
Broome
Disembark after breakfast and take the published town or airport coach transfer. The operator recommends flights no earlier than 13:00.
Wildlife sightings and landings depend on conditions and local access. The confirmed departure programme controls your final travel plan.
Choose your season
Dates and departures
| Departure | Programme |
|---|---|
| 15-25 July 2027 | Darwin to Broome |
| 2028 | Later programme not confirmed here |
These are selected published departures and enquiry options. Ask us to check dates, cabins and the complete package for travel through October 2028.
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Your ship and life aboard
Heritage Adventurer
Heritage Adventurer is a purpose-built expedition ship operated with up to 140 guests. Observation spaces and a naturalist-led programme support the voyage, while Zodiacs provide access to remote shores. The expedition leader adjusts daily plans to weather, tides and access.
The ship experience
Life aboard
See the suites, shared interiors and outside spaces that shape your time on board.
Ship and suite photography: Heritage Expeditions. The images show representative spaces; check the deck plan for your chosen cabin.
Cabins and suites
Superior cabins
Deck 4 and Deck 5 Superior cabins are approximately 22 m², with panoramic windows, king or twin beds, a lounge area and ensuite shower. Triple and single-use categories have separate fare bases.
Suites
Worsley Suites are approximately 22 m² on Deck 6. Heritage Suites are approximately 44 m², with a larger living area and bathroom. Suite benefits differ; ask us to compare the current category terms.
Watch the experience
Heritage Expeditions, via Expedition Cruise Network · Watch on YouTube
Explore with your guides
Activities and exploration
- King George River’s sandstone gorge
- Wandjina and Gwion Gwion rock art
- Hunter River mangroves and coastal wildlife
- Collier Bay and Montgomery Reef
- Flexible Zodiac exploration with naturalists
Expect guided exploration and time to observe the landscape. Activity choices depend on the ship, water or tide level and local access. We will check mobility needs and optional activities before recommending your departure.
The voyage package
What the voyage includes
Published inclusions
- Onboard accommodation and meals
- Expedition shore excursions and naturalist lectures
- Landing fees and published post-cruise transfers
- House beer, wine and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
Additional costs and exclusions
- Flights, visas and travel insurance
- Optional helicopter excursions
- Gratuities, laundry and personal purchases
- Drinks outside the included meal-time selection
Inclusions vary by departure and offer. We will confirm the complete package terms before booking.
Expedition Advisory guidance
Make the whole journey work
Choose a panoramic-window twin cabin if views and natural light matter, and compare the deck position before paying more for a suite. Arrive early in the embarkation city. The published return-day flight guideline is a minimum, not a guarantee that every connection will work.
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Tell us your preferred dates, party size and what matters most. We’ll compare the departure, cabin and complete travel plan.
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