Australia's Kimberley - The Ponant Way
Australia's Iconic Kimberley - Darwin to Broome
Onboard Le Soléal
Embark on an expedition cruise from Darwin to Broome through unspoiled regions. Explore Hunter River's mangrove forests with crocs and birds. Discover King George River and Twin Falls, WA's highest. Enjoy scenic bays, secret inlets, and caves at Vansittart and Swift. Ashmore Reef offers marine wonders in the Timor Sea. Collier Bay showcases Montgomery Reef's lagoons and coral reefs. Lacepede Islands teem with nesting birds and turtles. Experience untamed beauty on this journey.
Cruise Departs: 2 Jul 2025
DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Day 1
Fly Economy Class from New Zealand to Darwin*
One night pre-cruise accommodation in Darwin

Day 2
Transfer from Darwin hotel to Darwin port to join your cruise
2 Darwin, Australia   17:00 
3 King George River, Australia    
4 Vansittart Bay, Australia    
5 Ashmore Reef (technical stop), Australia    
6 Careening Bay, Australia    
7 Swift Bay, Australia    
8 Hunter River, Australia    
9 Collier Bay, Australia    
10 Collier Bay, Australia    
11 Lacepede Islands, Australia    
12 Broome, Australia 06:30   
Day 12
Transfer from Broome port to Broome airport
Fly Economy Class from Broome to New Zealand*
Departure Dates Superior Stateroom from Deluxe Stateroom from Prestige Stateroom from
2 Jul 25 $14,750 $15,980 $17,715
Bonus: 20% Ponant Bonus Saving
Bonus Inclusions* (value of up to $2,500 pp)
~ Return Economy Flights from major NZ cities
~ 1 night pre cruise accommodation
~ Transfer from airport to hotel on arrival
Australia's Iconic Kimberley - Broome to Darwin
Onboard Le Soléal
Embark on an expedition cruise from Broome to Darwin. Explore Lacepede Islands with nesting birds and turtles. Witness Hunter River's wild mangrove forests and saltwater crocodiles. Discover Vansittart and Swift bays for stunning panoramas. Highlight: King George River's Twin Falls, WA's highest. Visit Collier Bay, home to Montgomery Reef. Cruise the spectacular Kimberley coast, a promise of exceptional adventure with falls, gorges, savannah, and desolate mountain chains.
Cruise Departs: 31 Aug 2025
DAY PORT ARRIVE DEPART
Day 1
Fly Economy Class from New Zealand to Broome*
One night pre-cruise accommodation in Broome

Day 2
Transfer from Broome hotel to Broome port to join your cruise
2 Broome, Australia   18:00 
3 Lacepede Islands, Australia    
4 Collier Bay, Australia    
5 Collier Bay, Australia    
6 Careening Bay, Australia    
7 Hunter River, Australia    
8 Swift Bay, Australia    
9 Vansittart Bay, Australia    
10 King George River, Australia    
11 Day at Sea    
12 Darwin, Australia    
Day 12
Transfer from Darwin port to Darwin airport
Fly Economy Class from Darwin to New Zealand*
Departure Dates Superior Stateroom from Deluxe Stateroom from Prestige Stateroom from
31 Aug 25 $15,610 $16,915 $18,750
Bonus: 15% Ponant Bonus Saving
Bonus Inclusions* (value of up to $2,500 pp)
~ Return Economy Flights from major NZ cities
~ 1 night pre cruise accommodation
~ Transfer from airport to hotel on arrival
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