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A cruise to the northern Pacific coast of Australia is unlike any other vacation. With all the delights of the tranquil South Pacific and that uniquely Australian charm, your experience in the sun-kissed "land down under" will be unforgettable. There are just a few ships that cruise this area, but each one offers a decadent mix of elegance, comfort, and engaging itineraries. These 47 top-rated Australia cruises in 2024 will visit Australia's most popular destinations, including the arid and enchanting desert region of Kimberley, home of the notorious "outback"; the vibrant and colorful Great Barrier Reef; fantastic landscapes that feature impressive waterfalls; and opportunities to meet and participate in the indigenous Aboriginal cultures of this ancient island continent. Adventure Life's Australia cruise specialists can help you plan the perfect Australian cruise. Contact us to get started planning your trip now
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Waterfall in the Australian outback
$8,790
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Cape York & Arnhem Land

Cairns - Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Experience the unique Arnhem Land
  • Explore the Cobourg Peninsula
  • Witness the Tiwi people's culture
  • Snorkel across Lizard Island
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Darwin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This magnificent 12-day voyage takes you across the top of Northern Australia and experience cultures unchanged for centuries, world-renowned Indigenous art centres, and some of the continent’s most remote islands. Visit remote Bathurst and Melville Islands and learn of traditional Tiwi …
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Wineglass Bay in Tasmania
$6,035
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Coastal Wilds of Tasmania

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Hike to Wineglass Bay
  • Learn about Maria Island’s history
  • Visit Port Arthur
  • Admire the Tasman Peninsula
  • Observe unique wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Hobart / Hobart
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Australia’s island state poised at the edge of the world where the Southern, Indian and Pacific Oceans collide. Tasmania’s pristine World Heritage wilderness and national parks teem with native wildlife, where rugged mountain ranges meet the sea with soaring coastal cliffs and …
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Travelers learning how to scuba dive.
$4,600
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Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef

Cairns to Cairns - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Swim and snorkel Lizard Island
  • Discover the pristine Ribbon Reefs
  • Learn about Cook’s landing
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Cairns
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day South Pacific cruise includes a full day to discover two different sections of the rarely visited Ribbon Reefs, considered to be the most colorful and pristine reefs found anywhere along the entire length of the Great Barrier Reef, as well as the wonderful fringing reefs off Lizard …
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Nightcliff Jetty, Darwin, Australia
$8,710
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The Kimberley

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Experience the tidal phenomenon
  • Visit Lacepede Island Nature Reserv
  • Witness Montgomery Reef
  • Marvel at the King George Falls
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Coral Adventurer hosts this 11-day the wonders of Kimberley voyage. View the mysterious Gwion Gwion (Bradshaw) and Wandjina rock art and learn about the ancient cultures of the Indigenous people. See crocodiles, humpback whales, rock wallabies, sea turtles, and birdlife as you cruise along the …
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$7,255
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Discover Abrolhos Islands
  • Explore Shark Bay
  • Enjoy cultural sites
  • Visit Ningaloo Reef
Starts / Ends:
Fremantle / Broome
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 13-day expedition explores Western Australia’s wild and largely untouched coast, with its contrasting coastal palette of rich red sands and turquoise sea. With a fascinating maritime and Indigenous history – from the Malgana people of Shark Bay to the exploratory journeys of …
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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
$6,995
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Kimberley Explorer: Expedition Cruising Australia's Iconic Kimberley Coast

11 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit King George River
  • Explore four Australian Bays
  • Experience birdwatching in Lacepede
  • Enjoy diverse wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy a wonderful 11-day voyage along Australia's rugged and isolated coastline and explore the magnificent King George Falls. Talbot Bay and the world's only horizontal falls, considered "one of the greatest wonders of the natural world," await you as you continue your journey. …
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Colorful boats in Hobart Harbor, Tasmania
$9,555
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Circumnavigation of Tasmania

17 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Cruise Tamar River to Launceston
  • Encounter iconic wildlife
  • Kayak and hike Tasmania’s coast
  • See the coast of Tasmania
Starts / Ends:
Hobart / Hobart
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Coral Discoverer on a full circumnavigation voyage around Tasmania, showcasing the best of the remote parks, islands, and harbors of this pristine island at the edge of the world. This 16-night voyage includes multiple stops at some of the most beautiful spots along Tasmania’s coastline. …
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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
$8,060
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Best of the Kimberley and Tiwi Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Experience the Horizontal Waterfall
  • Marvel at the King George Falls
  • Learn about ancient rock art
  • Witness Montgomery Reef
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Broome
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 11-day sailing experience on Coral Discoverer brings you to the wonders of the Kimberley coast. Wonder at the unique tidal phenomenon of the Horizontal Waterfalls, marvel at the 80 meter high King George Falls, and watch for abundant wildlife as you travel and reach Broome. The Kimberley …
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
$6,795
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Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef

Brisbane - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Visit Lady Elliot marine sanctuary
  • Visit Mon Repos turtle conservation
  • Contribute to coral health studies
  • Dive into an underwater art museum
Starts / Ends:
Brisbane / Cairns
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark from Brisbane on an 11-day cruise exploring Australia’s Great Barrier Reef aboard the Coral Discoverer. Visit Lady Elliot Island, a sanctuary for marine life and Project Manta research site, and learn about turtle conservation at Mon Repos Turtle Centre. At Wistari Reef, engage in …
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Wineglass Bay in Tasmania
$4,215
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Coastal Treks of Tasmania

Hobart to Hobart - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Join a Port Davey wilderness hike
  • Visit Maria Island Painted Cliffs
  • Enjoy challenging hike to Cape Hauy
  • Visit Freycinet’s Wineglass Bay
Starts / Ends:
Hobart / Hobart
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover Tasmania’s wild landscapes on this 8-day cruise with Coral Discoverer, beginning and ending in Hobart. Travel through remote areas like Port Davey, known for its rugged mountains and tannin-stained rivers, and enjoy Bruny Island’s dramatic Fluted Cape, famous for its towering …
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Sandy Cay
$35,890
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Australia’s Top End: Cape York & the Great Barrier Reef

Darwin - Cairns - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Discover Cobourg Peninsula
  • Experience Wessel Island
  • Marvel at Yirrkala
  • Discover Thursday Island
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Cairns
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise from Darwin to Cairns aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Discover Australia's northern tip, exploring the sacred Arnhem Land, inhabited for over 40,000 years. Discover the breathtaking Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral system, teeming with vibrant marine …
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Explore the rugged Kimberley Coast
$26,590
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Discover the Kimberley Coastline: An Ancient Wilderness

Darwin - Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Discover King George River Falls
  • Witness Mitchell Falls
  • Marvel at the Horizontal Falls
  • Explore Vansittart Bay
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse II from Darwin to Broome. Explore towering gorges and coral atolls while experiencing the world's oldest living culture through unique Aboriginal encounters. On a Zodiac, spot saltwater crocodiles, endangered green sea turtles, and diverse …
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Humpbacks at Sunset Kimberley Paspaley Pearl
$13,547
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Rowley Shoals & Kimberley Coast

Broome Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Paspaley Pearl
  • Explore Rowley Shoals
  • Discover Horizontal Falls
  • Tour Lacepede Islands wildlife
  • Visit cultural sites
Starts / Ends:
Broome / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Be part of a 10-day Kimberley Wilderness adventure aboard the Paspaley Pearl. Start in Broome, the gateway to the Kimberley wilderness, known for Cable Beach's white sands. Sail to the Rowley Shoals, 260 km west of Broome, to dive and snorkel in pristine waters. Explore the coral atolls of …
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Horizontal Falls Kimberly Paspaley Pearl
$13,870
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The Kimberley You Have Not Seen Northbound

Broome to Wyndham - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Paspaley Pearl
  • Immerse in the Horizontal Falls
  • Explore Montgomery Reef
  • Visit the ancient rock art
  • Uncover hidden locations
Starts / Ends:
Broome / Wyndham
Activities:
Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board Paspaley Pearl and explore the Kimberley Coast for 11 days. Start your journey in Broome, known for its famous Cable Beach. Explore the 800 islands of the Dampier Archipelago, featuring pristine beaches, ancient mangroves, and geological formations. Visit spots like Lacepede Islands, Yampi …
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Paspaley Pearl Close up Kimberley Paspaley Pearl
$13,870
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The Kimberley You Have Not Seen Southbound

Wyndham to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Paspaley Pearl
  • Explore stunning waterfalls
  • Visit Montgomery Reef
  • Experience Horizontal Falls
  • Discover Wunambal Gaambera people
Starts / Ends:
Wyndham / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set out on an 11-day cruise with Paspaley Pearl from Wyndham, the gateway to the Kimberley coast. Explore amazing landscapes with gorges, waterfalls, and sandstone escarpments. Visit King George Falls, Vansittart Bay, and Jar Island, and dive into unique spots like the Montgomery Reef and the …
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$8,730
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Discover Abrolhos Islands
  • Explore Shark Bay
  • Enjoy cultural sites
  • Visit Ningaloo Reef
Starts / Ends:
Fremantle / Broome
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 13-day expedition explores Western Australia’s wild and largely untouched coast, with its contrasting coastal palette of rich red sands and turquoise sea. With a fascinating maritime and Indigenous history – from the Malgana people of Shark Bay to the exploratory journeys of …
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Paspaley Pearl close up Kimberley Paspaley Pearl
$10,551
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The Pearling Coast

Broome Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Paspaley Pearl
  • Explore Kimberley Coast
  • See Montgomery Reef
  • Access Hidden Islands
  • Cultural Heritage Insights
Starts / Ends:
Broome / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Start your voyage in Broome, aboard the Paspaley Pearl for an 8-day trip through the Dampier Archipelago. Explore 800 islands with hidden beaches, ancient mangroves, and striking geological formations. Check out iconic spots like the Lacepede Islands, Yampi Sound, and Cape Leveque. Then head to …
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Swimming with sharks
$8,060
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The Kimberley

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Zodiac to King George Falls
  • Explore Hathaway's Hideaway
  • Visit green turtle breeding grounds
  • Watch the Montgomery Reef \\\\\\"ri
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience all of the icons of the Kimberley Coast over 11 unforgettable days cruising between Darwin and Broome. Covering more than 400,000 square kilometers (an area three times larger than England) and home to a sparse population of just 30,000 residents, the Kimberley region of northwest …
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