Papua New Guinea & Kimberley Expedition

Pricing based on depature date: 8 May 2027

ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

Nabukeru, Yasawa Island, Fiji
Fiji's islands are often grouped into different regions, based on both geographical isolation from other groups, but also cultural similarities between islands. The Yasawa Islands are on Fiji's far western edge and are an excellent location for adventure, both on land and underwater. The Yasawa group is quite unusual, even by Fijian standards. The islands were actually closed to tourism until 1987 because the local king did not want visitors.

The saltwater caves of Sawa I Lau are turquoise pools made famous from the movie "Blue Lagoon." The entrance to the second cave is through a hidden underwater entrance carved by the sea into the limestone. The caves are steeped in myths and legends.

Alotau, Papua New Guinea
Alotau is the capital of the Milne Bay province of Papua New Guinea, located on a peninsula in Milne Bay in the Coral Sea. The town and water comprise the site of the 1942 battle of Milne Bay, in which the invading Japanese army suffered its first decisive defeat in the Pacific Theater of World War II at the hands of Allied, mostly Australian forces. A War Memorial commemorates the battle. Today the area is largely given over the palm oil plantations. The local people keep their Tawala cultural traditions alive, with the exception of the long-past ritual cannibalism. In Bibiko Village, they will be pleased to show them off in displays of prowess with Kundu drum ceremonies and exhibitions of their impressive war canoes. At the Ahioma village of Dodobana, the many specialized skills of daily Melanesian life are demonstrated in a family-style setting, such as basket weaving, grass skirt making and gardening.

Per, Indonesia
Along the remote southern coast of Papua, the Asmat region is defined by an intricate network of rivers, mangrove forests, and tidal lowlands where land yields to water. Villages rise on timber stilts above saturated ground, connected by narrow wooden boardwalks that serve as streets in a landscape shaped by tide and monsoon rain.

Arrival is by river, following winding waterways that lead inland through dense mangroves toward Per and the surrounding communities. Canoes remain an essential form of transportation across the region’s waterways, reflecting a way of life closely tied to river and sea.

Nearby, Agats—the largest town and administrative capital of the Asmat Regency—lies along the southern bank of the Asewets River near its mouth at the Arafura Sea. Established as a Dutch outpost in 1938, it became an early point of sustained contact between the Asmat people and the outside world.

King George River, Western Australia, Australia
Explore the King George Falls, the two highest twin waterfalls in Australia at 80m/250ft in height. The river was named in 1911 by explorer Charles Conigrave after a privately funded expedition in the area. The river is named in honor of King George V. This incredible sandstone gorge is a highlight of any Kimberley Expedition.

Hunter River, Western Australia, Australia
The Hunter River was named in 1820 by the explorer Philip Parker King aboard the Mermaid Cutter, while making charts in the area. The river was named after the surgeon on Mermaid, James Hunter. The river is home to a large mangrove estuary, that forms part of Porosus Creek (Crocodile Creek) and home to several bird species, Osprey, Brahminy Kite, and White-tailed Sea eagles.

Mitchell River National Park is one of Kimberley's two national parks. The park lies in some of the most remote and inaccessible country in Australia. It is about 350 km north-east of Derby, and 270 km north-west of Wyndham. The park of 115,300 hectares lies in a remote part of the Kimberley and contains some of the region's scenic jewels. The Mitchell Plateau is one of the most scenic and biologically important areas of the State. Small patches of rainforest grow around the margins of the plateau, where they are protected from fire and receive additional moisture.

Montgomery Reef, Western Australia, Australia
Montgomery Reef is a reef off the Kimberley coast of Western Australia. It is situated at the southwestern Camden Sound end of and surrounds Yawajaba (Montgomery) Island. With its total area of 400 square kilometers (154 sq mi) it is the world's largest inshore reef. The reef and island were named by Philip Parker King, the first European to sight the island, aboard the HMS Mermaid while exploring the area in 1818. King named the island after the ship's surgeon, Andrew Montgomery. When the tide is out, vast lagoons, sandstone islets, and a central mangrove island are revealed. The outward movement of the tide forms a torrent of water, creating a river cutting through the reef and hundreds of cascading waterfalls. At low tide, more than 4 meters (13 ft) of reef can be exposed.

Your Ship: Seabourn Pursuit

To reach some of the most coveted, remote destinations in the world, Seabourn Pursuit is constructed with the hardware and technology necessary to operate capably while delivering a guest experience filled with luxury comforts that leaves travelers wanting for nothing.

Don’t worry - it’s all included

• Premium spirits Complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available on board at all times.
• Tipping Tipping is neither required, nor expected.
• World-class dining All dining venues are complimentary, dine where, when and with whom you wish.
• Complimentary Wi-fi Complimentary Wi-Fi packages with unlimited minutes powered by SpaceX's Starlink.
• Suites All ocean-front suites luxuriously appointed, most with a private veranda.
• Entertainment Complimentary entertainment experiences, offering a variety of shows and live music.

Discovery Center

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The Discovery Center, which is adjacent to the Expedition Lounge on Deck 4, acts as the teaching & academic center for natural history and cultural programming in an environment spacious enough to accommodate all guests at one time. Each day, guests will visit this venue for insightful lectures, briefings, and Seabourn Conversations enrichment programming designed to help educate them throughout their expedition experience. The world-class 26-person expedition team of wilderness experts, scientists, historians and naturalists will deliver rich, insightful lectures and discussions on a broad array of topics related to the region where guests are sailing.

Expedition Lounge

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The Expedition Lounge, located on Deck 4, is the heart of the ship. A gathering place for the curious, guests are invited to relax or linger with a complimentary cocktail or glass of fine wine from the bar as they share photos and stories from the day with their fellow travelers and the onboard staff. The Expedition Lounge will be central to the Seabourn expedition operation where guests convene before and after expeditions each day.

Seabourn Square

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A place to enjoy your newspaper or to socialize with your fellow passengers, Seabourn Square is what you're looking for. Seabourn Square is the true ‘living room’ of the  ships. An inviting sociable space where guests will find a charming European style coffee bar, Seabourn Square has been designed as an open, comfortable environment for guests to interact with onboard officers and the expedition team and engage in conversation with family and new friends. The space is also home to the highly-trained Guest Services staff, who provide a range of concierge services such as general ship information, assistance with special service requests, port and travel information, and more.

Lautoka, Nabukeru (Yasawa Island), Ambrym, Pentecost Island, Luganville, Alotau, Per (Indonesia), Agats, Darwin, King George River, Vansittart Bay, Ashmore Reef, Hunter River, Swift Bay, Lacepede Island, Freshwater Cove, Montgomery Reef, Talbot Bay, Broome

All fares are displayed in AUD, and pricing is per person based on twin share occupancy unless stated otherwise. Although all due care is taken to keep information as up-to-date as possible, pricing and availability are subject to change without notice: due to varying timing schedules of supplier automated update processes; currency fluctuations; fuel surcharges or government tax & fee changes and may not be guaranteed until paid in full. Gratuities may be an additional onboard charge depending on particular cruise line selected. Please ask your cruise consultant for any clarification of Terms & Conditions.