There are few places left on earth as untouched as the Kimberley. Towering ochre cliffs, hidden gorges, thundering waterfalls and a coastline still being charted make this one of the last great wilderness frontiers — and one of the most rewarding regions to explore by small expedition ship.

Ponant's Australia's Iconic Kimberley cruise takes you deep into this remote corner of Western Australia's north, sailing between Broome and Darwin aboard a luxury expedition vessel built for exactly this kind of adventure. Over ten nights you'll cruise past the Lacepede Islands, into Collier Bay and Careening Bay, along the tidal reaches of the Hunter River, and through Swift Bay, Vansittart Bay and Koolama Bay — landscapes that have barely changed in tens of thousands of years.

Adventure, led by experts

This is a destination best explored actively, and Ponant's Zodiac fleet means you're never just watching the Kimberley from the deck. Expect close-up encounters with saltwater crocodiles along mangrove-lined creeks, wildlife-rich stops at the Lacepede Islands, and shore excursions to sites holding some of the world's oldest known Aboriginal rock art. Onboard naturalists and expert guides bring context to every landing, so you understand exactly what you're looking at and why it matters.

Comfort in the wilderness

As rugged as the scenery is, the ship itself is anything but. Ocean-facing staterooms and suites, French-and-international dining, and the Blue Eye — an underwater lounge with viewing portholes below the waterline — mean you return each evening from a day of exploring to genuine comfort. It's the kind of contrast that makes expedition cruising so appealing to travellers who want adventure without giving up the little luxuries.

Tailored around how you like to travel

Every itinerary we put together starts with a conversation about what matters most to you — how active you'd like your days to be, which landings you don't want to miss, and how you'd like to extend the trip either side of your cruise. Your YOU Travel & Cruise Consultant can help you weigh up cabin categories, build in extra nights in Broome or Darwin, and make sure every detail is arranged before you even step aboard.

For complete travel security, you'll have a Consultant to call on before, during and after your trip — so you can stay fully present for the parts that matter, like watching a saltwater crocodile slip past your Zodiac or catching the sunset over Roebuck Bay.

Ready to explore the Kimberley? Let's meet and start planning your next holiday or cruise together.