This 4 day cruise will take you to see you visit some of the breathtaking scenery within the southern Kimberley. This ‘Taste of the Kimberley’ showcases a fully operational Australian South Sea Pearl farm at Cygnet Bay. Cruise through the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago and visit icons including the incredible Horizontal Falls and Montgomery Reef, Australia’s largest inshore reef. Exploring this region aboard the well-appointed Kimberley Quest II, accompanied by the luxury fast boat Quest Express, will leave you wanting more!
Take an exhilarating ride through the natural phenomenon- Horizontal falls
Watch the tide falls before your eyes at the incredible Montgomery Reef
Get a rare glimpse of the local pearl farm and learn what makes it so unique
Cool off in one of the many refreshing Kimberley freshwater pools
Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Broome to Cygnet Bay
Day 2: Talbot Bay, Dugong Bay & Kingfisher Islands
Day 3: Montgomery Reef, Strickland Bay
Day 4: Cygnet Bay to Broome
Day 1: Broome to Cygnet Bay
Your Quest begins with a transfer to Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm located on the Dampier Peninsular. On your arrival, you will be transferred to the Kimberley Quest II, where you will be welcomed aboard by your captain and crew. Enjoy lunch whilst crossing King Sound, cruising through the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago; this is your first taste of the Kimberley. Cool off with a refreshing swim in one of many Kimberley freshwater pools, followed by a scenic tender excursion. This evening you can witness one of the spectacular Kimberley sunsets.
Day 2: Talbot Bay, Dugong Bay & Kingfisher Islands
This morning will find us exploring Talbot Bay, home to one of the icons of the Kimberley coast; the spectacular Horizontal Falls. Take an exhilarating ride through this natural phenomenon and wonder at the amazing rock formations of Cyclone Creek. In and around Dugong Bay, we take a scenic tender excursion and cool off with a refreshing swim in one of the freshwater pools. Later in the day you will have your first taste of fishing for Giant Trevally, mackerel, tuna and queenfish at the Kingfisher Islands.
Day 3: Montgomery Reef, Strickland Bay
This morning, we cruise towards the amazing Montgomery Reef, which covers more than 300km2, making it Australia's largest inshore reef. Watch as the tide falls right before your eyes, creating a spectacular waterfall effect. Take a tender ride to view many marine species, including turtles and sea birds. Later we explore Strickland Bay visiting old pearlers graves and joining our guides in search of the elusive Barramundi and Threadfin Salmon. Before unwinding on the sun deck capturing one last sunset aboard Kimberley Quest II.
Day 4: Cygnet Bay to Broome
Today, after one last breakfast, we disembark Kimberley Quest II. Followed by a Cygnet Bay Pearl Farm tour, offering you a rare glimpse into the life of an operational pearl farm. This experience will leave you with a deeper understanding of what makes this place unique! Here we wave goodbye with a transfer back to Broome. On arrival you will be transferred to your chosen accommodation.
Private ensuite Individual air-conditioning Viewing windows Mini-refrigerator Serviced daily by your hostess Located on the lower deck Double size bed with an additional single bed above
Double Cabin
Superior Cabin
Private ensuite Individual air-conditioning Viewing windows Mini-refrigerator Serviced daily by your hostess Located on the main deck
Superior Cabin
Flybridge Cabin
Private ensuite with hair dryer Individual air-conditioning Viewing windows Mini-refrigerator Serviced daily by your hostess Only guest cabin on the top deck Closet with hanging facilities, cupboard and space underneath your bed
Flybridge Cabin
Kimberley Quest II Deckplan
Specifications
Fully air-conditioned
Helipad
Spa
En-suited cabins
Indoor and outdoor alfresco areas
Library
Passengers: 18
Crew: 7
Cabins: 9
Whats included?
Transfers between your accommodation and the Kimberley Quest II
Accommodation on board
Daily excursions led by an experienced guide
All meals on board
Non-alcoholic drinks
Bed linen and excursion towels
What’s not included?
International and domestic flights
Alcoholic beverages
Use of satellite telephone, facsimile and internet
Scenic helicopter flights
Traditional Owner Visitor Pass fees
Gratuities
Notes
This is only a suggested itinerary. The remote Kimberley region experiences large tidal movements which can affect the itinerary. It may need to be varied from from time to time, however, no matter the tides, the itinerary always visit the spectacular icons of this region. There will be plenty of land and sightseeing excursions to many untouched places, and opportunities to catch fresh fish for the table. Please note scenic helicopter flights are available on request.
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