Southern Quest - 8 Day Southern Kimberley Cruise

Your Southern Quest begins when a courtesy vehicle picks you up from your accommodation at approximately 4.00pm and transfers you to the Kimberley Quest II, where you will be welcomed on board by your captain and crew. Enjoy a relaxing drink as you watch the sun dip below the horizon, while cruising past the famous Cable Beach.

This morning will find us crossing the vast King Sound, cruising through the thousands of islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Take a tender excursion for a spot of exploration, and have a go at fishing before unwinding on the sundeck to take in the beautiful scenery.

Today we take a scenic tender excursion in and around Dugong Bay and cool off with a refreshing swim in one of the freshwater pools. Around the corner lies Talbot Bay, home to one of the icons of the Kimberley coast, the spectacular Horizontal Falls. Take a tender and head in for an up-close and exhilarating ride through this natural phenomenon. In the afternoon take a scenic excursion up Cyclone Creek to marvel at the amazing rock formations.

Early morning we take you fishing in Collier Bay; a chance to catch the elusive Barramundi! We then cruise to 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. Enjoy an afternoon cruise past Raft Point and Steep Island to Red Cone Creek for a refreshing swim at Ruby Falls or try your luck at mud crabbing.

Relax on board as we cruise past Augustus Island and the remote pearling settlement of Kuri Bay. At nearby Camden Harbour, we visit the forlorn settler’s graves on Sheep Island and soak up the history of the first European settlement in the 1860s. In the afternoon take a tender excursion for a spot of exploration. Have a go at fishing or collect rock oysters, before unwinding on the sundeck to take in the magnificence of this region.

Early morning we cruise through St George Basin, a stunning inland sea. Leaving the vista of mighty Mt Trafalgar and Mt Waterloo, we cruise up the Prince Regent River, marvelling at the pristine waterway that cuts through sandstone cliffs and gorges. Arriving at King Cascade, which is spring fed, marvel at the rush of water cascading in breathtaking tiers, surrounded by lush ferns and a myriad of wildlife. Climb above the falls for an unforgettable swim in a massive crystal clear pool. Be rewarded with a breathtaking view over the magnificent Prince Regent River in the distance – wilderness adventuring at its best! Late afternoon join our guides for an excursion to Cathedral Falls, while spotting crocodiles and flying foxes. Alternatively fish the Prince Regent River renowned for big Barra and Threadfin Salmon.

Today we visit Careening Bay, site of an ancient boab tree first visited in 1820 by Phillip Parker King while on hydrographic survey off the Australian coastline. We then cruise up the Roe River witnessing one of the highest crocodile populations in the Kimberley! Relax on board while we cross Prince Frederick Harbour to visit a Wandjina art site before heading towards the Hunter River for another spectacular sunset as the sun sinks below the Kimberley horizon.

In the morning we explore the spectacular Hunter River, one of the most scenic rivers for a relaxing ride in the tenders as we spot ancient rock art, crocodiles and flying foxes, taking in the flora and fauna of the Kimberley for the last time. Depart the Kimberley Quest II by helicopter where you will enjoy a scenic flight over the Mitchell Falls. At the Mitchell Plateau airstrip you will board a light aircraft and discover the immensity of the Kimberley. Return to Broome by sunset where our team will transfer you to your accommodation or airport.

This is only a suggested itinerary. The remote Kimberley region experiences large tidal movements which can affect our itinerary. We may need to vary this from time to time, however, no matter the tides, we 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.