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Discover luxury Broome cruises with True North. Explore breathtaking itineraries, including pristine beaches, remote islands, and iconic Kimberley adventures.

Explore the stunning Buccaneer Archipelago on a luxury Kimberley cruise. Discover waterfalls, islands, and untouched coastlines in Australia. Book your adventure today.

Experience Rowley Shoals small ship cruises with True North. Pristine coral atolls, 60-metre visibility, and marine life few ever witness, 300km from Broome.

Experience a Horizontal Falls cruise with True North through Western Australia's Kimberley. Witness this incredible tidal wonder from our expedition boat.

Experience a Montgomery Reef cruise with True North. Witness Australia's largest reef rise from the ocean with cascading waterfalls on our Kimberley expedition.

In Doubtful Bay, rise at dawn to cast for barramundi at Three Ways or ride the tide along the Sale River, then take a bush walk to Ruby Falls, where a natural rock pool may invite a swim, conditions permitting. Optional heli-fishing is also available.

Explore the Prince Regent River on a luxury Kimberley cruise with True North. Discover waterfalls, rock art, wildlife and remote Australian wilderness.

Red cliffs rise above rainforest and mangroves along the Hunter River, a setting for mud-crabbing, bird-watching and a hike to Jackson Falls. Later, sail into Prince Frederick Harbour, where sunset drinks on Crystal Beach may round off the day.

Head up the Mitchell River to Surveyors Creek, a tidal creek known for its big crocodiles, to try for barramundi. Alternatively, an optional helicopter flight on selected itineraries crosses the ancient landscape towards the tiered cascades of Mitchell Falls.

Wake to the often-turquoise waters of Swift Bay and join the low-tide hunt for black-lip oysters, explore ancient rock art galleries, or fish for queenfish and trevally around the islands near Cape Voltaire, before sunset drinks on Winyalkin Island.

Vansittart Bay offers ancient rock art galleries to explore, mackerel fishing and tender trips to quiet beaches and creeks. For a different perspective, an optional helicopter flight to Eagle Falls pairs a picnic lunch with sweeping Kimberley scenery.

Experience a King George Falls cruise with True North. Witness Western Australia's highest twin waterfalls thunder into ancient gorges, only accessible by sea.

On the Kimberley Untold itinerary, spend an afternoon exploring the Berkeley River, where towering sandstone cliffs frame the water, fishing spots invite a cast and, in season, waterfalls may spill from the rim above.

Visit a historic pearl farm at Cygnet Bay, then head out to the tide-driven Waterfall Reef. Later, explore Strickland Bay and 'The Graveyard', fishing waters rich with the history of the Japanese pearl divers who once worked here.

Cast a line where saltwater meets freshwater in Walcott Inlet, home to barramundi, and try crabbing in its tidal waters. Explore the dolerite rock formations of Secure Bay and the Charnley River, then end the day rafting through this rugged wilderness.

Venture into the secluded creeks of the Glenelg and Gibson Rivers, near the Barlee Impediment, for fishing and crabbing in quiet waterways full of life.

Explore a gorge at Sampson Inlet, then learn the history of Sheep Island with a tour of the pearl farm and stories of the early settlers who made this remote place home. Finish with sunset drinks on the beach at Entrance Island.

Spend the day at a newly discovered destination, with a picnic amid quiet bushland at Kartja Island Bay and Purrungku Island Bay. Explore the quiet back creeks and fish for golden snapper in often crystal-clear water.

Take in Gwion Gwion rock art at Tree Beach, then set out to fish for barramundi in the quiet tributaries of the Lawley River.

Fish for mangrove jack and golden snapper, then take an adventure boat upriver for scones and billy tea. On Kimberley Untold, visit isolated rock art panels in Northeast Bay and fish Frenzy Creek before heading up the Drysdale in search of barramundi.

Start the day with a scenic hike and a refreshing swim at the top of Glycosmis Bay. Fish for barramundi in the aptly named Barra Bay, then walk and fish at Jade Creek, where you might reel in mangrove jack and fingermark bream.

At Cape Domett and the Lynn River, try for the elusive barramundi and cool off with an afternoon swim, then end the day with a 'raft up' in one of the secluded river systems of the Cambridge Gulf.

Where Kimberley cruises begin or end, with a courtesy coach transfer to and from Kununurra.

Experience Rowley Shoals small ship cruises with True North. Pristine coral atolls, 60-metre visibility, and marine life few ever witness, 300km from Broome.

Snorkel World Heritage-listed Ningaloo Reef, where coral gardens lie just metres from white beaches. Manta rays, turtles and dolphins may join you, and days can include diving, light game fishing, Norwegian Bay's whaling history and the offshore Muiron Islands.

Hike out to Steep Point, the westernmost tip of mainland Australia, within the Shark Bay World Heritage Area. Fish, snorkel or dive around Dirk Hartog Island's Cape Inscription, with optional helicopter flights over the Zuytdorp cliffs on selected itineraries.

Spend days among the Houtman Abrolhos, low coral islands off Western Australia's Mid West coast. Snorkel or dive the Batavia wreck site, step ashore at Beacon Island and West Wallabi Island's historic stone ruins, and fish for dhufish and coral trout.

Experience a Fremantle cruise with True North. Explore the Abrolhos Islands, Ningaloo Reef and Western Australia’s remote Coral Coast.

Snorkel Hamelin Bay, where stingrays often glide close to shore, then tour the Margaret River wine region. At Cape Naturaliste, walk the coastal tracks, look for New Zealand fur seals by tender and finish with beach drinks at Eagle Bay.

Explore the untouched beauty of Esperance’s Recherche Archipelago with remote islands, turquoise waters and unforgettable coastal cruising adventures with True North

Experience Coffin Bay cruises with True North. Wade into pristine waters to taste world-famous oysters, explore remote coastline, and encounter wildlife.

Discover Kangaroo Island by cruise with True North. Snorkel with fur seals, explore hidden coastline by expedition boat, and encounter wildlife up close.

Experience an Adelaide cruise with True North. Discover Kangaroo Island, the Eyre Peninsula, wildlife encounters and South Australia’s finest food and wine.

Experience a Sydney cruise with True North. Explore iconic landmarks, hidden waterways and secluded bays on a luxury small ship adventure.

Explore the Hawkesbury River’s sandstone cliffs, secluded waterways and rich history on a scenic journey through one of Australia’s most iconic river systems.

True North's Great Barrier Reef itineraries run from the far northern reefs off Cape York to Lady Elliot Island in the south, taking in coral cays, continental islands and dive sites such as the Cod Hole and the Yongala wreck.

Shoot the Gugari Rip, a narrow tidal passage through the Wessel Islands, then explore turquoise waters, beaches, seasonal freshwater falls and caves along this remote Arnhem Land chain. A second day brings reef fishing and sightseeing around Cape Wessel.

An archipelago of 174 islets off the Pilbara coast, the Montebello Islands were charted by French explorers and later used for nuclear testing in the 1950s. Today, fish, snorkel and dive, birdwatch in an Important Bird Area, or take an optional helicopter flight over the islands.

At Cape Inscription, on the northern tip of Dirk Hartog Island, head out by tender to fish, snorkel or dive, or see the island from the air on an optional helicopter flight. Then swim or dive in the sheltered water off Turtle Bay.

Start the morning with the chance to swim with wild dolphins in the sheltered bays off Rockingham, then head to Rottnest Island to snorkel, fish, cycle or spot a quokka. Divers can explore reef, swim-throughs and caves in the warm waters of the Leeuwin Current.

Wake in Hamelin Bay to fish, or snorkel with stingrays that often glide close to shore. Then tour the Margaret River wine region, with a lunch of fresh local seafood and farm produce.

In Albany, discover the town's Aboriginal and European history and visit its historic Whaling Station. Anglers can join a fishing session in search of herring, King George whiting, flathead and pink snapper.

Off the small town of Bremer Bay, the nutrient-rich waters of the deep-sea canyon draw sharks, dolphins, sperm whales and even killer whales, which you may watch from the bow of True North. Then anchor in the bay's turquoise waters to swim, snorkel or fish.

On the western coast of the Eyre Peninsula, visit Streaky Bay's National Trust Museum to hear about its pioneering families, or head out by adventure boat in search of blue manna crabs. In the afternoon, fish, snorkel and dive around the sheltered Franklin Islands.

At Flinders Island, a local family with deep roots in the abalone industry shares its diving history on board True North, then prepares and cooks freshly caught abalone in front of you.

Start the day snorkelling and bottom fishing, explore Cape Grenville, then spend the afternoon on Forbes Island with a picnic lunch, water that's often clear for snorkelling, and nearby sand cays to visit.

In the Arafura Wetlands, look for buffalo, enormous flocks of magpie geese, jabiru and crocodiles. Try for barramundi or mackerel, and see the wetlands from above on an optional helicopter flight.

Explore the ruins of Victoria Settlement and look for sharks, eagle rays, dugong, turtles and crocodiles at Frenzy Creek. Search the wetlands for banteng cattle, sample oysters straight from the rocks and finish with an outback sunset. An optional helicopter flight is also on offer.

On Bathurst Island, a smoking ceremony may welcome guests to country at Wurrumiyanga. Tour the town and its museum to learn about the community's wartime and cultural history, and try Tiwi-style screen printing to take home your own design.

Take an airboat through the rainforest-lined Finniss River system, looking for crocodiles, wildlife and birds. Morning tea is served on board at Cyclone Creek before a billabong cruise and a crocodile feeding experience.

Where the Adventure South West cruise begins: a short flight from Perth, then a transfer onto the True North.

Embarkation port for Over the Top. Guests are welcomed aboard the True North and set off with a cocktail in hand.

Dive with Great White Sharks with an experienced local operator, or explore the islands and fish for whiting in a secluded bay.

Where the Southern Safari ends: guests disembark and transfer to Ceduna for a charter flight back to Adelaide.

Where the West Coast Explorer ends, with an early morning disembarkation and transfer to Karratha.

Where North of Ningaloo begins, with a welcome cocktail and dinner aboard the True North II.

A remote marine sanctuary alive with colourful corals and fish. Snorkel, fish, dive or surf, and hear stories of its maritime history.

UNESCO World Heritage-listed Komodo National Park pairs rugged volcanic islands with lively reefs. Walk Komodo and Rinca islands in search of the park's famous dragons, then dive or snorkel sites such as Cannibal Rock, conditions permitting.

Once at the centre of the global nutmeg trade, the Banda Islands are steeped in history. Explore Banda Neira, snorkel or dive a coral-covered lava flow, then watch the sunset from Fort Belgica overlooking the volcano Gunung Api.

Along the Fakfak Coast, jungle-covered slopes run down to the sea. Explore hidden lagoons by adventure boat or try fishing off the Bomberai Peninsula, swim beneath Mommon Waterfall, then discover the water-filled caves of Sebakor Bay.

In Raja Ampat's south, Misool's limestone islands rise from turquoise lagoons. Snorkel and dive the reefs of the SE Misool Marine Park, climb the steps of Harfat Peak for sweeping views, and float through the sacred Tomolol caves.

The Fam Islands are a scatter of karst islets, white beaches and clear lagoons. Meet the community at Fam village, explore Penemu and Yeben by adventure boat, and climb the steps on Pianemo for panoramic views across the islands.

Around the Dampier Strait, early jungle walks on Gam Island offer the chance to see the red bird of paradise on display. Later, dive or snorkel the reefs of Cape Kri and explore blue-water mangroves by adventure boat.

Wayag's forested limestone peaks rise from a maze of turquoise lagoons. Explore by adventure boat, snorkel and dive the reefs, and join a beach picnic; at the Wayag Research Station, guests may have the chance to swim with blacktip reef sharks.

Beyond Raja Ampat, the islands of North Maluku are shaped by volcanoes. Dive or snorkel the Patintie Strait off Bacan, cruise past the active volcanoes of Makian and Gunung Ibu, and visit island communities in the Latalata Islands.

Remote Mapia Atoll lies just north of the equator, its coral islets ringed by deep ocean. Dive or snorkel steep walls of soft corals, gorgonians and schooling fish, where turtles are often seen, or try some light game fishing.

Deep in Cenderawasih Bay, whale sharks are often found feeding near local fishing platforms, and snorkellers may be able to swim alongside them. Between encounters, explore Roon Island's reefs and jungle waterfall, and the white-sand Auri Islands.

In Ende, on Flores Island, meet the artisans who weave vivid, hand-dyed fabrics, each motif telling a story of ancestry and ceremony, and browse their textiles.

Rise early for sunrise over Lewelling Bay, ringed by volcanoes, then anchor off Pulau Komba, where the Batu Tara volcano may smoke and glow into the evening during the Volcano Party on deck.

Snorkel and dive coral gardens in the Alor Strait and meet island communities known for their weaving. In Kalabahi Bay, visit a village where traditional fishing and conservation now work together to protect these waters.

In Wakatobi National Park, dive and snorkel around Lintea Island, where coral walls fill the water and turtles and tropical fish are often seen.

On the last full day of Fire & Dragons, dive sheer coral walls, snorkel turquoise lagoons or troll for mackerel and tuna around the Penyu Islands in the Banda Sea.

Dive and snorkel Kofiau's reefs, where shoals of fish gather and orcas are occasionally seen. Spend the rest of the day among coral gardens, calm lagoons and quiet beaches.

Cruise towards the active volcano of Makian Island and explore the underwater slopes of Pulau Goraici, with an afternoon swim in the warm Halmahera Sea.

Trek into Gam Island's jungle at dawn for the chance to see the red bird of paradise on display, then dive or snorkel Cape Kri, where ichthyologist Dr Gerry Allen recorded 374 fish species on a single dive. Later, glide through the Wallace Channel or the mangroves of the Dampier Strait.

Dive Wofoh Island's black coral forest or relax on its white sand beach, then head to Eagle Rock in the Bougainville Strait, where manta rays often gather. On some itineraries, swim across the equator at the Equator Islands or visit the pearl farm at Aljui Bay.

Snorkel and dive steep reef walls among clouds of fish at Ayau, a remote atoll where dolphins are often seen, or head out for deep-water fishing. Ashore, visit the village of Reni or join a celebration on Miosbekwan Island.

Spend the day diving the coral gardens of the Amsterdam Islands, then stroll through a nearby village to meet the locals.

Begin with a bird of paradise walk at Aishandami Village, learning how local plants are used in traditional life, with a sing-sing and sago making often part of the visit. In the afternoon, snorkel or dive where rainforest meets reef at Tanjung Mangguar.

Guests fly by charter from Darwin and are welcomed aboard the True North with an arrival cocktail, ready for the Banda Islands.

Where Raja Ampat cruises end, with a private car transfer to Biak Airport and a charter flight back to Darwin.

Some of the finest diving and snorkelling in the region, with vibrant coral gardens and sunset drinks on the beach.

The entrance to the Raja Ampat archipelago. Guests arrive by charter flight from Darwin and are welcomed aboard the True North.

Approach one of Indonesia's most active volcanoes by adventure boat, tracing a rugged coastline fringed by forest and beaches.

A former Portuguese and Dutch trading port on the island of Timor, where guests arrive by charter flight from Darwin.

From the river mouth, TRUE NORTH travels some 70 nautical miles along the Sepik, a river renowned for its wood carving. Adventure boats wind through swampy channels to Lake Kambaraumba's stilt village, Angoram's waterside market offers local carvings, and village welcomes may include traditional ceremonies.

Remote Manus Province rewards those who venture west. Snorkel coral bommies off Ponam Island and learn about its wartime airfield, explore the Hermit Islands' barrier reef and clam gardens, then wander palm-fringed beaches in the open atolls of the Ninigo group.

Kavieng, on New Ireland's northern tip, is the gateway to shallow-water wartime wrecks and reef-rich islands beyond. At Mussau, snorkellers may encounter manta rays, while the coral reefs of southern New Ireland invite diving and snorkelling before sunset drinks on Lambon Island.

Rabaul sits within a flooded volcanic caldera, much of the town buried by ash when Tavurvur and Vulcan erupted in 1994. Guests may trek towards Tavurvur's base, explore Japanese wartime tunnels, cruise Simpson Harbour and snorkel over wartime relics near the Duke of York Islands.

Volcanic peaks frame Kimbe Bay, a coral hotspot where hundreds of reef-building coral species have been recorded. Days here may include diving the bay, sports fishing from Baia Lodge, a village visit in the Vitu Islands and diving inside Garove Island's sea-flooded caldera.

At Tufi, steep rainforest-clad inlets carved by ancient volcanic activity reach deep into Cape Nelson. Guests may cruise the fiords, learn about tapa cloth and sago making, and on selected itineraries take an optional helicopter flight to the Isurava Memorial on the Kokoda Track.

Low-lying and ringed by reef, the Trobriand Islands are known for finely carved ebony inlaid with mother-of-pearl. Guests visit a main village, where a cultural welcome may be offered, carvings are showcased and there may be a chance to join a game of Trobriand cricket.

Encircled by coral reef in the Solomon Sea, Woodlark Island rises in jungle-covered coral ridges. Mornings may be spent snorkelling, diving or fishing, with afternoons exploring the northern coast where rainforest meets the ocean, or taking an optional helicopter flight.

In the Louisiade Archipelago, snorkellers explore WWII wrecks in Deboyne Lagoon, a Japanese seaplane base during the 1942 Battle of the Coral Sea. Panepompom islanders may welcome guests ashore, while Panasia's limestone islands offer a short cave hike and white-sand beaches.

Bougainville's jungle-clad ranges rise to Mount Bagana, an active volcano that can be seen on optional helicopter flights. Guests may snorkel and dive over wrecks, browse Buka's market, meet local artisans and hear islanders' own perspectives on Bougainville's recent history.

North of Bougainville, the low-lying Carteret atoll and the Nissan (Green) Islands feel a world apart. Guests visit Carteret islanders ashore, snorkel and dive surrounding reefs, then join a guided tour of Nissan, where Allied forces landed in 1944, around its sheltered inner lagoon.

Dive the outer reef among sea fans, with the chance to see turtles and dolphins, or swim at Bagabag beach. Then take an optional helicopter flight over Karkar Island's active volcano before a stroll through the plantations.

Dive the fringing reefs and wrecks of Manus Province, then explore World War II relics with the onboard experts — a welcome sing-sing on Ponam Island may also be offered. Snorkel among coral bommies, dive the reefs of Manus Province or fish for marlin and tuna.

On Sepik Soiree, an optional helicopter flight crosses the jungle to the river country that inspired the film Avatar, where locals guide you downstream on bamboo rafts. On Adventures in Paradise, a community sing-sing may be offered, followed by snorkelling over ship, plane and submarine wrecks.

Dive and snorkel the reefs of southeast and southwest New Ireland, with an optional scenic flight over the coastline, then finish with sunset drinks on Lambon Island.

Trek to the base of Mount Tavurvur, an active volcano, then explore Rabaul's Japanese tunnels and World War II sites before a cruise around Simpson Harbour.

A traditional sing-sing welcome may be offered at Tavolo, with time to explore the village and its gardens, and share a farewell feast with the villagers under the stars.

Visit a village in the Vitu Islands, where dancing and local food may be offered, then dive the sunken volcanic caldera of Garove Island or try sports fishing.

Start with a cultural visit to Waku village, then snorkel and dive around the Arawe Islands before a beach bonfire and a feast of fresh seafood.

Explore Gasmata's remote beaches and historical sites, then sail to the Ampul Island group to snorkel and dive before sunset drinks on a secluded beach.

Explore the jungle and rivers around Jacquinot Bay on New Britain's south coast, visit isolated villages and see the grotto where freshwater often pours from a rock face onto the beach.

Anchor among the corals of Star Reef and the Lusancay Islands in the Solomon Sea. Walk a deserted island, snorkel the shallows, dive the outer reef or fish for tuna, mackerel and coral trout.

Between the D'Entrecasteaux, Woodlark and Trobriand islands, visit Egum Atoll's main village, then spend the day fishing, snorkelling, diving and relaxing on a palm-fringed beach.

Explore Fergusson Island's jungle, home to parrots, hornbills and birds of paradise, along with rare butterflies, orchids and the reclusive tree kangaroo.

On an optional helicopter flight, fly over the Kokoda Track and enjoy a picnic beside the Embi Lakes, surrounded by rainforest, before a sunset sail away from the mainland.

A heli flight over the jungle to the location that inspired James Cameron's Avatar, then a bamboo raft downstream to the ocean.

Snorkel alongside a congregation of manta rays, stroll the beaches of Margaret's Island and meet the locals at Little Mussau.

A region beloved by Jacques-Yves Cousteau, with a 22-kilometre barrier reef, clam gardens and exceptional visibility.

A breathtaking open atoll surrounded by smaller atolls, with some of the best diving in Papua New Guinea.

Where Sepik Soiree ends: guests say farewell to the crew and board a charter flight to Cairns.

Stunning coral reefs and secluded islands to explore, with snorkelling and fishing.

On Adventures in Paradise, guests transfer here to a charter plane for the return flight to Cairns.

Where The Mystery of Melanesia ends, with a transfer to Buka airport and a charter flight back to Cairns.

Elevated islands, also known as Green Island, with a serene inner lagoon and a guided tour of their World War II history.

Dive or snorkel vibrant reefs in crystal-clear water, with scenic flights over untouched coastline.

Karst islands with a short hike into a cave system, a white beach, and diving, snorkelling or fishing in the channels.