8 DAY NORTHERN KIMBERLEY DREAM CRUISE
Capturing the beauty of the Northern Kimberley, this cruise is timed to make the most of the wet season rainfall. Witness majestic waterfalls such as the King George Falls, and discover an incredible array of gorges, river systems, captivating wildlife and ancient rock art only found in this remote wilderness. Cruise includes a scenic helicopter flight over the multi-tiered Mitchell Falls and a light aircraft flight between Mitchell Plateau and Kununurra.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
You will see many unique animals that call the Kimberley home
The Hunter River is perfect for fishing, scenic excursions and croc spotting
Scenic helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls landing on Ocean Dream’s helideck
Our guests love the delicious meals prepared by the onboard chef
Historical tour of Vansittart Bay
Explore the incredible King George River and Falls
Discover the Kimberley outback on a guided tour
Delicious meals prepared by our onboard chef
Cultural excursions exploring ancient Indigenous rock art
CRUISE ITINERARY
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Light aircraft flight & Scenic helicopter flight Day 1
DAY 1
Light aircraft flight from Kununurra to Mitchell Plateau, scenic helicopter flight over Mitchell Falls onto Ocean Dream helideck
A courtesy vehicle will pick you up from your Broome accommodation around 3pm and transfer you to MV Ocean Dream for a 4pm departure.
Hunter River Day 2
DAY 2
Hunter River
Enjoy an early morning fish or a leisurely breakfast before taking a scenic tender excursion up Hunter River and into Porosus Creek.
Mitchell River Day 3
DAY 3
Mitchell River
For the enthusiasts fishing and mud crabbing is on offer at low tide and then after lunch we’ll indulge in a freshwater swim in Surveyors Pool. We’ll depart at sunset for Vansittart Bay.
Vansittart Bay Day 4
DAY 4
Vansittart Bay
Visit WWII history with the crash site of a DC3 aircraft, located on the eastern side of Vansittart Bay.
We also explore and wonder at the incredible rock art known as Bradshaws, dated some 20,000 years old, which is unique to the Kimberley.
Drysdale River Day 5
DAY 5
Drysdale River
We’ll spend the morning fishing and exploring the surrounding tributaries, before anchoring right next to the cascading waterfall surrounded by lush ferns.
At the top of the falls you can swim in a multitude of crystal clear freshwater pools and frolic beneath the magical waterfalls which feed them. The evening will be spent cruising out to Careening Bay.
King George River - King George Falls Day 6
DAY 6
King George River – King George Falls
At high tide we cross the sandbars of the King George River, one of the great Kimberley icons with a dual waterfall that has a vertical drop of over 80m, making it one the tallest waterfalls in Western Australia.
Berkley River Day 7
DAY 7
Berkley River
Early morning, we cruise up the Berkeley River, one of the most beautiful rivers in the Kimberley. Take a tender excursion up the river and fish off the flat rocks for barramundi or walk to a fresh water pool. This is your last evening under the Kimberley skies as we cruise down Cambridge Gulf, towards Wyndham.
Wyndham Port, Kununurra Day 8
DAY 8
Wyndham Port, Kununurra
We arrive into Wyndham Port early in the morning and after a last Breakfast served on board a coach transfer will take you to Kununurra arriving approx. 10am.
Kununurra, Wyndham Port Day 1
DAY 1
Kununurra, Wyndham Port
A courtesy vehicle will pick you up from your Kununurra accommodation around 3pm and transfer you to MV Ocean Dream for a 4pm departure.
Berkley River DAY 2
DAY 2
Berkley River
Early morning, we cruise up the Berkeley River, one of the most beautiful rivers in the Kimberley. Take a tender excursion up the river and fish off the flat rocks for barramundi or walk to a fresh water pool. This is your last evening under the Kimberley skies as we cruise down Cambridge Gulf, towards Wyndham.
King George River - King George Falls DAY 3
DAY 3
King George River – King George Falls
At high tide we cross the sandbars of the King George River, one of the great Kimberley icons with a dual waterfall that has a vertical drop of over 80m, making it one the tallest waterfalls in Western Australia.
Drysdale River DAY 4
DAY 4
Drysdale River
The morning is spent exploring Doubtful Bay and the incredible spectacle of Montgomery Reef. Witness as 300 square kilometres of coral reef appears to rise out of the water on the falling tide, creating hundreds of cascading waterfalls as the water rushes off the reef. The reef attracts an abundance of marine life including turtles, manta rays, dugongs, dolphins, crabs and fish. In the afternoon we will put on our hiking boots for a moderate climb up to the Raft Point caves to explore a well-preserved collection of Wandjina rock art. Delicious canapes and drinks on the bow of Ocean Dream will top off an incredible day of adventure with a sunset you will never forget.
Vansittart Bay DAY 5
DAY 5
Vansittart Bay
Visit WWII history with the crash site of a DC3 aircraft, located on the eastern side of Vansittart Bay.
We also explore and wonder at the incredible rock art known as Bradshaws, dated some 20,000 years old, which is unique to the Kimberley.
Mitchell River, Swift Bay DAY 6
DAY 6
Mitchell River, Swift Bay
For the enthusiasts fishing and mud crabbing is on offer at low tide and then after lunch we’ll indulge in a freshwater swim in Surveyors Pool. We’ll depart at sunset for Vansittart Bay.
Hunter River DAY 7
DAY 7
Hunter River
Enjoy an early morning fish or a leisurely breakfast before taking a scenic tender excursion up Hunter River and into Porosus Creek.
Light aircraft flight & Scenic helicopter flight DAY 8
DAY 8
Scenic flight from Ocean Dream helideck over Mitchell Falls, light aircraft flight from Mitchell Plateau to Kununurra
We arrive into Wyndham Port early in the morning and after a last Breakfast served on board a coach transfer will take you to Kununurra arriving approx. 10am.
ACCOMMODATION
Rottnest Stateroom
Whitsunday Stateroom
Kimberley Stateroom
Montebello Stateroom
Abrolhos Stateroom
Rowley Shoals Stateroom
PRICING AND AVAILABILITY
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| STATEROOM AVAILABILITY | ||||||||
| Cruise Dates | Cruise Direction | Kimberley $13,860 pp | Whitsunday $13,200 pp | Rottnest $13,860 pp | Abrolhos $13,200 pp | Rowley Shoals $12,100 pp | Montebello $12,100 pp | |
| 24 APR - 01 MAY | Wyndham to Mitchell Plateau | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
| 01 MAY - 08 MAY | Mitchell Plateau to Wyndham | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | Available | |
