Orion Cruises 10 Night Kimberley Expedition

Our expeditions depart from Darwin, where sultry sunsets will relax you whilst dining at a chic harbour side restaurant. The city is the perfect gateway to the Kimberley, and East Timor, one of the worlds newest nations and a wonderful place to see Portuguese colonial heritage.

Experience rugged coastlines and breathtaking waterfalls as Orion's Zodiacs land on remote beaches and explore rugged gorges, inlets and waters famous for an abundance of wildlife.

Kimberley Expedition
2010 Departures - August 9, September 6, 16
2011 Departures April 25, May 15, June 4, June 24, July 25, August 14

Kimberley Expedition (Reverse)
May 5, May 25, June 14, July 4, August 4, August 24

Orion's Expedition Team will lead your exploration of secluded beaches and river inlets - waters famous for an abundance of wildlife. From spectacular waterfalls and awe inspiring gorges, to ancient cultural history and indigenous rock art, the only way you can access the best of the Kimberley is from the sea onboard Orion. These 10 night expeditions explore the Kimberley coastline one way from Darwin to Broome or vice versa.

Kimberley Expedition - OPERA UNDER THE STARS®
2010 Departure - August 27

Enjoy the award winning, world-class event, OPERA UNDER THE STARS® (29 August 2009) featuring an outstanding cast of Australian stars, each of whom is acclaimed for their thrilling performances in the world of Opera. Performing variously in Australia and Europe, this vibrant and inspiring group of Artists will perform together at an exciting new venue, the Cable Beach Amphitheatre - situated adjacent to the turquoise waters and white sands of one of the world's most picturesque beaches, Broome's stunning Cable Beach.

Pearls of the Kimberley - pathways Sailing (for past guests)
2010 Departure - August 19
Departing Broome, Orion will be going to seldom visited places for the very first time. Highlights include Rowley Shoals, one of the world's most pristine marine environments. Paspaley Pearls will host a special event at Australia's first South Sea Pearl Farm, Kuri Bay, where Orion guests will learn to grade the harvest and sort the pearls. This will culminate with a cocktail party featuring opera singers flown in for a private performance.

Exclusive to our pathways guests, your voyage will include two nights accommodation at Pinctada Cable Beach, Broome's new five star resort and spa experience. During your stay, you will also enjoy the award winning OPERA UNDER THE STARS® featuring an outstanding cast of Australia's emerging opera talent.

Art of Arnhem Land
2010 Departure - May 4
2011 Departure - September 3
Hosted by Australia's pre-eminent collectors of indigenous art, Orion's 7 night voyage will depart from Thursday Island undertake an in-depth exploration of the remote art communities along Australia's Arnhem Land coastline. This will be the perfect voyage for experienced and novice collectors alike.