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Australia’s Iconic Kimberley

  • calendar_today 6 Sep 2026
  • bedtime 11 nights
  • directions_boat Le Soleal
  • location_on Depart from Broome
  • Outside price from $14,199*/person
  • Balcony price from $15,439*/person
  • Suite price from $24,729*/person
Enjoy 15% Bonus Savings on this iconic 11 night luxury expedition cruise package.
Set sail for the wild and awe-inspiring landscapes of the Kimberley on an unforgettable 11-day expedition cruise with PONANT, journeying from Broome to Darwin. Along the way, discover the remote beauty of the Lacepede Islands, home to an abundance of nesting birds and sea turtles, and marvel at the natural wonder of Montgomery Reef in Collier Bay, where vast lagoons and coral formations emerge with the tides. Cruise along one of Australia’s most spectacular coastlines, where rugged cliffs meet serene waters, and explore the pristine mangrove forests of the Hunter River, a sanctuary for saltwater crocodiles and countless bird species. Continue on to the stunning bays of Vansittart and Swift, where hidden inlets, caves, and rocky overhangs create breathtaking panoramas. The journey reaches its pinnacle at the King George River, where the majestic Twin Falls—Western Australia’s highest waterfalls—cascade down sheer cliffs. With its dramatic gorges, tranquil waters, and untamed wilderness, the Kimberley offers a truly extraordinary adventure unlike any other.

INCLUDED IN YOUR PACKAGE

  • Return Economy airfares*
  • Group Transfers throughout
  • 1 night pre cruise accommodation in Broome
  • 10 night luxury expedition cruise on Le Soléal from Broome to Darwin
  • All meals onboard including 24-hour room service
  • Open Bar and in-room mini bar
  • Shore Excursions
  • Zodiac outings and landings
  • Destination Lectures
  • Wifi onboard
  • Port charges, government fees and onboard cruise gratuities
  • Includes 15% Bonus Savings
Offer ends in: 01/12/2025 3:00am

Use this as inspiration for your holiday, Ponant offer a wide range of departure dates for this cruise itinerary. Package arrangements are flexible.

YOUR ITINERARY

Day 1
6th Sep 2026
Broome, Australia

Welcome to Broome. You have 1 night to explore the city.

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Day 2
7th Sep 2026
Broome, Australia

Located in the northwest of the Kimberley region and in the far north of Western Australia, the town of Broome is reputed for its history and its glorious pearling era. The fascinating Chinatown district, which is the historic city centre, and the famous Japanese Cemetery, dates back to 1896, and has a past marked by the immigration of numerous Chinese and Japanese workers, attracted by the prosperous pearl industry at the end of the 19th century and at the beginning of the 20th century. Broome is also famous for the “Staircase to the Moon”, an optical illusion created by the Moon reflecting on the sand banks at low tide, like a staircase climbing up towards the sky, a unique spectacle provided by nature…

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Day 3
8th Sep 2026
Lacepede Islands

The Lacepede Islands are Western Australia’s most important breeding habitat for Green Turtles (Chelonia mydas), and have been named by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area (IBA). The breeding colony of Brown Boobies is possibly the largest in the world. Up to 20,000 Roseate Terns have also been recorded here. Other birds breeding on the islands include Masked Boobies, Australian Pelicans, Lesser Frigatebirds, Eastern Reef Egrets, Silver Gulls, Crested, Bridled and Lesser Crested Terns, Common Noddies, Pied and Sooty Oystercatchers. Join your expedition team for a guided Zodiac® tour to view the prolific wildlife. Due to the sensitive nature of the environment, landings are prohibited on the Lacepede Islands.

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Day 4
9th Sep 2026
Collier Bay
Day 5
10th Sep 2026
Collier Bay
Day 6
11th Sep 2026
Careening Bay
Day 7
12th Sep 2026
Hunter River
Day 8
13th Sep 2026
Swift Bay, Australia
Day 9
14th Sep 2026
Vansittart Bay

Vansittart Bay

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Day 10
15th Sep 2026
King George River
Day 11
16th Sep 2026
Cruising At Sea
Day 12
17th Sep 2026
Darwin, Australia

Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnificent example of tropical architecture or Admiralty House declared heritage place, a tropical-style home elevated on stilts that has survived two cyclones and numerous air raids.

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YOUR SHIP - The Le Soleal

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Dance Floor
Entertainment Team
Live Bands
Panorama Lounge
Theatre

Concierge
Reception

Beauty Salon
Massage

Internet Cafe
Photo Shop

Bar
Cocktail Bar
Grill Restaurant
Lounge
The Restaurant

Description

A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard this new ship the philosophy that has made L’Austral and LE BORéAL such a success: the spirit of Yacht Cruises.

Sailing under the French flag, this magnificent yacht of only 132 staterooms and Suites, with balconies, joined our fleet in July 2013. You will be enchanted by the contemporary decor inspired by the luxury yachting world, with fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white.

A refined ambiance is enhanced by the quality of the workmanship and materials: white Corian counters in the lobby contrast with the warmth of leather to recall a boat’s hull, while the central sculpture of enamelled pieces takes its inspiration from the sea. In the loungebar, the carpet picks up a tennis stripe theme symbolising a certain idea of cruising, one synonymous with French elegance and a chic seaside spirit.

Entertainment

Dance Floor
Entertainment Team
Live Bands
Panorama Lounge
Theatre

Other

Concierge
Reception

Relaxation

Beauty Salon
Massage

Technology

Internet Cafe
Photo Shop

Food and Drink

Bar
Cocktail Bar
Grill Restaurant
Lounge
The Restaurant

Launched

2013

Length

466

Capacity

264

AVAILABLE STATEROOMS

Click the tabs to view the different staterooms with their category

Superior Stateroom – [6]

Superior Stateroom – [6]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Prestige Deck 4 – [1]

Prestige Deck 4 – [1]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Deluxe Stateroom – [D]

Deluxe Stateroom – [D]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Prestige Deck 5 – [2]

Prestige Deck 5 – [2]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Prestige Deck 6 – [3]

Prestige Deck 6 – [3]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Deluxe Suite – [DS]

Deluxe Suite – [DS]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table
Owner’s Suite – [OS]

Owner’s Suite – [OS]

The Owner’s suite is situated on Deck 6. It has been decorated by Franch interior designers and will provide you a breathtakting panoramic sea view. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Bathtub or shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Large bathtub Sofa Table with 4 chairs Armchair & Pedestal table
Prestige Deck 5 Suite – [4]

Prestige Deck 5 Suite – [4]

Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table
Prestige Deck 6 Suite – [5]

Prestige Deck 6 Suite – [5]

Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table

Outside from $14,199*

Superior Stateroom – [6]

Superior Stateroom – [6]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi

Balcony from $15,439*

Prestige Deck 4 – [1]

Prestige Deck 4 – [1]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Deluxe Stateroom – [D]

Deluxe Stateroom – [D]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Prestige Deck 5 – [2]

Prestige Deck 5 – [2]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi
Prestige Deck 6 – [3]

Prestige Deck 6 – [3]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi

Suite from $24,729*

Deluxe Suite – [DS]

Deluxe Suite – [DS]

Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table
Owner’s Suite – [OS]

Owner’s Suite – [OS]

The Owner’s suite is situated on Deck 6. It has been decorated by Franch interior designers and will provide you a breathtakting panoramic sea view. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Bathtub or shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Large bathtub Sofa Table with 4 chairs Armchair & Pedestal table
Prestige Deck 5 Suite – [4]

Prestige Deck 5 Suite – [4]

Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table
Prestige Deck 6 Suite – [5]

Prestige Deck 6 Suite – [5]

Suites with private balcony will provide you a sea with in total discretion. Amenties: Individually-controlled air-conditioning Cabin layout : king-size bed, or twin beds, communicating cabins available (Children welcome) Shower Minibar Flat screen satellite TV Desk with stationery DVD, CD and Ipod players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi Another Flat screen satellite TV Sofa Armchair & Pedestal table

Important Notice

The following product terms and conditions apply in addition to our Booking Terms and Conditions (available on our website) and terms and conditions of the relevant travel service provider. Prices quoted are valid for sale until 30 NOV 2025 for travel during the period specified (if applicable) unless otherwise stated or sold out prior. All prices are per person, twin share (unless otherwise stated), subject to availability and may be withdrawn or varied without notice. All savings are included in the advertised price. Some categories may have obstructed views. Airfare (including internal flights) is not included unless otherwise stated and, if included, is economy class from Australian Capital cities unless otherwise stated. Airfares require full payment in order to ticket. Airfares if included are based on specific dates and routings. Flights may be altered up to the package value which your Cruise Travel Advisor will be able to advise. Components of the total price including local payments, “resort fees”, “national park fees”, “trip kitties” and food funds (if applicable) may be payable direct to the supplier on arrival or to your travel consultant prior to your departure. Where applicable, these payments are included in the total price quoted. Onboard spending money is not included unless otherwise stated. If included it is per stateroom unless stated otherwise, is non-transferable, non-refundable and has no cash value. Onboard spending money/credit may not be used in the medical centre or casino and expires at the end of the cruise. Gratuities are not included unless otherwise stated. Prices shown are fully inclusive of taxes, levies and government charges current at the time of publication. Additional supplier conditions and travel restrictions may apply. Prices shown are for payments made by cash in store or by BPAY. Payments made in store by credit card will incur a surcharge (see Booking Terms and Conditions for further details). Prices quoted are accurate as of 22 OCT 2025 and may be higher depending on date of purchase and date of travel. Cruiseabout cannot guarantee that any particular product will still be available at the following prices, or for your exact dates of travel.  At the time of making your booking, prices may differ to the price displayed on the website.  Please contact your Cruiseabout Travel Advisor to obtain the latest up to date information regarding applicable prices, fees and charges, taxes, availability, blackout dates (such as school holidays), seasonal surcharges and other terms and conditions which may apply. Return airfares: offer is based on Economy class non-refundable airfares with an airline of Ponant’s choosing depending on best available routing to port of embarkation and from port of disembarkation. Flights are available from major Australian cities and from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch in New Zealand . All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. A deposit of 25% of total booking value is due at the time of booking. All air is ticketed upon receipt of the deposit. Flights must be booked by Ponant. Should you choose to depart earlier than your scheduled tour/cruise departure, or make variations to airline routings, surcharges may apply. Airline schedules are subject to change without notice and Ponant is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline schedule changes. Flights must be booked as soon as they are released by the airlines. Any changes made after ticketing may incur amendment and/or cancellation fees. Air taxes vary for each departure point and routing of airline and are subject to change. Fuel surcharges are subject to change and an additional fuel surcharge may apply. Frequent flyer miles/points may not be awarded on all airfares. Upgrades to business class are available at additional cost. Offer is applicable for cruise paying guests only.  View our full Terms and Conditions. (PON108) 

 

 

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