It only takes 7 nights in the Kimberley to realise that isolation isn’t isolating but in fact, life-changing. On this expedition, you’ll visit King George Falls, the Hunter River, the Prince Regent River, Montgomery Reef and the Buccaneer Archipelago and feel the magnificent power of the remote Kimberley.
The Snapshot itinerary features several Kimberley icons including the King George Falls, the Hunter River, the Prince Regent River, Montgomery Reef and the Horizontal Waterfalls.
Please note: This itinerary is provided as an example only – prevailing conditions, local arrangements and indeed, what we discover on the day, may cause variation. Helicopter flights can be purchased in addition to the indicated tariff as a package or individually. Please refer to the Departure Dates to determine if this itinerary is available on the TRUE NORTH or TRUE NORTH II.
Be welcomed aboard the True North in Broome with a cocktail in hand before we overnight steam to Yampi Sound.
Here, we’ll visit the region’s collection of over 800 islands. Known for its rich biodiversity, mangroves and white sandy beaches providing a sanctuary to an array of wildlife. We’ll also offer stunning scenic flights over the region and that includes flying over the famous Horizontal Falls. Along with fishing and sightseeing tours with the ship’s naturalists.
This morning, we’ll ride the tide down Sale River where you’ll be able to catch barramundi or take-off for a heli-fishing adventure to a hidden fishing spot. Then, enjoy lunch at Montgomery Reef where youll witness a spectacular 140 square miles of coral reef that rises right out of the ocean, home to turtles, dugong, crocodiles and whole world of spectacular sea creatures.
At Prince Regent River, you’ll have your pick of unmissable fishing spots, targeting mangrove jack and fingermark bream. Then, at King Cascade we’ll manoeuvre the True North right under the falls. After you’ll have the chance to head up a bush walk to swim in yet another picture perfect billabong or to visit the spectacular Amphitheatre waterfall.
With stunning red cliffs set behind rainforest and mangroves, fish at the Hunter River for mud crabs, bird watch or just simply explore. Then, enjoy an exhilarating hike to the hidden Jackson Falls and see even more splendour from the helicopter. Finishing the day with a sunset drink on Naturaliste Island before an overnight cruise to Vansittart Bay.
Today, we’ll see the Gwion Gwion, also known as “Bradshaw” - ancient rock art that could possibly be the oldest ‘paintings’ known to man. Then, fish for mackerel in Vansittart Bay, helicopter to Eagle Falls and enjoy picnic lunch amidst breathtaking scenery, or tender to local beaches and creeks.
As soon as the tide is high enough at the King George, we’ll cross the sand bar at the mouth to reveal even more breathtaking river vista. Our journey upstream will take us to the spectacular King George Falls. Here you can take a shower under the falls on the bow of the ship and then fly above the twin falls in the ship’s helicopter to see a magnificent bird’s eye view of this Kimberley icon.
Your courtesy coach will transfer you to Kununurra and your crew will already be looking forward to the next opportunity to welcome you aboard the True North.
We thought that the True North cruise (our first) was all about seeing the Kimberley from a coastal perspective. However on reflection It has been more about a special experience...
We thought that the True North cruise (our first) was all about seeing the Kimberley from a coastal perspective. However on reflection It has been more about a special experience – not only seeing spectacular landscapes but also gaining insight into history of the region and its people. We are coming away with a feeling of being immersed in many aspects of the history & culture of our ancestors and its first people. Chris masterfully facilitated this wonderful experience. His obvious passion and skillful delivery cannot be underestimated. His contribution made the trip for us
An amazing journey, we feel so privileged to have been able to enjoy the sensational Kimberley and to be treated with such enthusiasm and care by the wonderful crew.
Impossible to beat – wonderful crew, scenery & outings. To all the boys & girls aboard, you made it for us!!! Thanks heaps!
Thank you all for a most incredible experience. Each & every member of the crew has displayed a great attitude, consistently courteous, helpful & with a sense of fun. So...
Thank you all for a most incredible experience. Each & every member of the crew has displayed a great attitude, consistently courteous, helpful & with a sense of fun. So many smiles!!! We have truly appreciated this wonderful opportunity to see this amazing part of our country and in such style! We will be back in December!
An absolutely wonderful holiday never to be forgotten. The people & Crew, the standard of service & the sights are just wonderful. See you again in October
We have travelled the globe by land, sea, air and this voyage has topped it all. Incredible, a big thank you to True North. Spreading the joy and love.
What a wonderful trip! Truly one of a lifetime. The crew, accommodations, food etc… incredible. Sam and I hope to be back again before too long.
Yes a Lovely, Exciting adventure and we Australians should all experience this part of our wonderful Country. Thank you True North staff!
The best ‘truly Australian’ travel experience there is. Thank you to every one of you—you should be very proud of True North.
Well what can I say…. The trip just blew me away!!! It was such an amazing time and definitely the icing on the cake after my 32nd travel through Australia! The...
Well what can I say…. The trip just blew me away!!! It was such an amazing time and definitely the icing on the cake after my 32nd travel through Australia! The route, the scenery, the combination of boating, boat excursions and heli-flights – all along with the most amazing scenery, hardly any other tourists, the beautiful boat, the amazing lovely knowledgeable crew and the great group of guests – it was almost too much to take in – all of my senses awakened and my heart and soul took in all this beauty and experiences – a once in a lifetime trip!
Never seen the Kimberley Coast before, True North made it possible to access remote passages and fiords of the remote western Australian coast line. The on board helicopter was a...
Never seen the Kimberley Coast before, True North made it possible to access remote passages and fiords of the remote western Australian coast line. The on board helicopter was a seamless transport to see the Kimberley coast from above and gave a complete magnification of the journey, as well as permitting access to the remote indigenous cave art consented by local indigenous communities. The Montgomery Reef over 100 kms long is a powerful natural wonder that rises from the sea as the 11 metre tide drops. Both at water level at the Cruise ship and from the helicopter this amazing sight will be my highlight along with the major waterfalls enroute which we encounter as a cooling natural rainfall in the 30 degree daytime. The compact cruise ship True North boasted hotel room comfort. Food was restaurant quality embellished by the catch of the day. I loved the spacious lounge and forward deck. Finally, the major stand out was the genuine staff service culture and friendliness, I think very hard to beat. A genuinely unique experience. Highly recommended.
Words fail us … this trip was breathtaking from the mighty Kimberley to the stunning coral. All capped off by the best crew. Thank you to all!!
The most amazing experience. We have loved every second of our trip. Your crew are exceptional and we could want for nothing. We’ll definitely be back.
Another wonderful trip, thank you to all.
Well above expectations. Just great!
Congratulations on reaching this milestone... Happy 30th Anniversary. EVERY DAY on TRUE NORTH was full of treasured memories. One memory I would like to share with you was the experience...
Congratulations on reaching this milestone... Happy 30th Anniversary. EVERY DAY on TRUE NORTH was full of treasured memories. One memory I would like to share with you was the experience I had on a "Ladies Only" fishing trip. It was such FUN!! Many FIRSTS for me – NEVER been fishing in a boat before, NEVER drank champagne holding a fishing line in one hand and a glass in the other and NEVER caught a Barramundi before and then that evening, at dinner, got to wear "the cap", because my catch was the first Barra caught that day. Hard to beat this day, but it was only one of many. Your helicopter BBQ's are also very memorable experiences and could we ever forget the oysters, so fresh and eaten with a squeeze of lemon, just standing on the beach and eating freshly caught mud crabs on the beach around the bonfire.
Thank you all for a most incredible experience. Each & every member of the crew has displayed a great attitude, consistently courteous, helpful & with a sense of fun. So...
Thank you all for a most incredible experience. Each & every member of the crew has displayed a great attitude, consistently courteous, helpful & with a sense of fun. So many smiles!!! We have truly appreciated this wonderful opportunity to see this amazing part of our country and in such style! We will be back in December!
I would like to thank The Haines Group for the opportunity we have recently experienced aboard the ‘True North’. The 7-day Snap Shot Tour through the Kimberley’s is not a...
I would like to thank The Haines Group for the opportunity we have recently experienced aboard the ‘True North’. The 7-day Snap Shot Tour through the Kimberley’s is not a holiday rather a 5-star Adventure exploring a part of Australia that is relatively untouched. Amazing History, Fishing and Hiking through Gorges, add to this great food and people, not to mention the ‘True North ‘itself! I couldn’t think of a better way to spend a week.
Very different from the Kimberley, but just as awesome and enjoyable.
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