Travel Dates
Departing 8th Jul 2019
Package Provider: APT
Package Type: Package
Region: Australia
Duration: 15 Nights
With tumbling falls, fascinating reefs and gorges carved by majestic and powerful rivers, the Kimberley coast is simply spectacular. Cruise in luxury for 10 nights along the stunning coast.
Your Fly, Rail & Cruise package includes:
*Package is based on 03 July 2019 departure
Itinerary operates in reverse directions and other departure dates apply – please ask our travel team for details.
The Ghan Itinerary
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03 Jul 19 |
Depart Adelaide – 12:15pm |
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04 Jul 19 |
Marla – Morning Experience Arrive Alice Springs – Afternoon Excursion Depart Alice Springs – 6:15pm |
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05 Jul 19 |
Katherine – Morning Excursion Arrive Darwin – 5:30pm |
Ms Island Sky Itinerary
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Itinerary |
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Signature Experiences - DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR APT GUESTS These once-in-a-lifetime moments allow you to experience an unforgettable world of exclusive moments, incredible cultures and charming surprises |
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08 Jul 19 |
Arrive Darwin Embark ms Island Sky and settle in to your well-appointed suite or stateroom. Get to know your fellow guests, and Expedition Team during a Welcome Dinner tonight. |
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09 Jul 19 |
At Sea (B/L/D) |
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10 Jul 19 |
Koolama Bay, King George River & Falls Signature Experiences Wake up this morning on the Kimberley Coast as your ship cruises into Koolama Bay. Once known as Cape Ruilhieres, hear how this spectacular harbour was renamed following the Japanese bombing of the MV Koolama in 1942, while carrying 91 passengers, 89 crew and a cargo of war supplies destined for the Australian Army at Wyndham. Arrive at King George River and board your ship’s fleet of Zodiacs with an Expedition Team member. Meander through the gorge system, travelling 12 kilometres upstream to discover hidden mangrove-fringed coves and 100-metre-high red-cliffs. (B/L/D) |
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11 Jul 19 |
Vansittart Bay, Jar Island Join your Expedition Team to take an informative walk across salt flats at Vansittart Bay to view the wreckage of a US Air Force C-53 which crash landed on the beach during World War II. The C-53 is a modified civilian Douglas DC-3 airliner, an aircraft used extensively during World War II by the Allies. Later, visit Jar Island and see examples of the Kimberley’s mysterious Gwion Gwion (formerly Bradshaw) paintings, dating back some 20,000 years. (B/L/D) |
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12 Jul 19 |
Bigge Island Signature Experiences Discover Bigge Island today, off the coast of the Kimberley, approximately six kilometres from the mainland. In caves throughout the island, see examples of first contact art depicting European tall ships dating from the 15th to 18th century. (B/L/D) |
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13 Jul 19 |
Prince Frederick Harbour, Hunter River, Mitchell Falls Arrive at Prince Frederick Harbour, home to soaring red cliffs and mangroves. With its extreme tides and pristine ecosystems, there is an incredible range of wildlife to discover here including saltwater crocodiles, mudskippers and a plethora of bird species including kingfishers, egrets, herons and the majestic white-bellied sea eagles. Board a Zodiac with your Expedition Team to explore the Hunter River, then visit Naturalist Island where an optional helicopter flight to Mitchell Falls departs (own expense, guests are advised to pre-register interest).(B/L/D) |
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14 Jul 19 |
Careening Bay, Prince Regent Reserve Visit Careening Bay, the home of the historic Mermaid Boab Tree, where in 1820 Lieutenant Phillip Parker King used the area’s massive tides to beach his damaged ship, the HMC Mermaid to repair a leak in the ship’s hull. Continue on to explore Prince Regent Nature Reserve, a protected area that is only accessible by boat and is recognised as a national biodiversity hotspot. Spend time in the picturesque area of Hanover Bay and perhaps visit St George Basin by Zodiac to see saltwater crocodiles and numerous marine creatures if tidal conditions permit. (B/L/D) |
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15 Jul 19 |
Montgomery Reef, Doubtful Bay, Raft Point Signature Experiences Cruise through Doubtful Bay, an amazing location for whale watching during the season. Later, travel ashore at Raft Point to visit an ancient Wandjina rock art site, gaining a unique perspective from a local Indigenous guide (when available). (B/L/D) |
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16 Jul 19 |
Talbot Bay, Horizontal Falls Signature Experiences Cruise through to Talbot Bay, known for its massive 12-metre tides that create an amazing spectacle, the incredible Horizontal Falls. David Attenborough described these impressive tides as “one the greatest natural wonders of the world.” Later, take a Zodiac cruise through Cyclone Creek to see dramatic folding in the rock formations and keep an eye out for native birdlife and saltwater crocodiles. (B/L/D) |
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17 Jul 19 |
Buccaneer Archipelago, Adele Island Arrive in the spectacular Buccaneer Archipelago, home to more than 800 islands. Cruise to Adele Island and board your ship’s Zodiacs with your Expedition Team to explore this remote and isolated island. The island is surrounded by Adele Reef which is home to soft and hard corals and a large variety of marine life including reef sharks and stingrays. Savour a Farewell Dinner this evening with new-found friends as you sail towards the historic pearling town of Broome. (B/L/D) |
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18 Jul 19 |
Broome Disembark ship after breakfast on board this morning. Enjoy a short Broome orientation tour before being transferred to Broome airport later this afternoon. |
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