Kimberley Coast Cruising, 4WD Tours Kimberley Region, Outback Tours, Bungle Bungles
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58 Day 13. Broome, Board Ship. Enjoy the morning at leisure in Broome, before transferring to your expedition ship. Later this evening, enjoy dinner as you set sail for the Lacepede Islands. Ten Night Stay: MS Caledonian Sky. BD Day 14. Lacepede Islands. Today, visit the Lacepede Islands, a series of low islands atop a platform reef. Board the Zodiacs and explore the island's lagoon, keeping an eye out for many species of marine birdlife including Australian Pelicans, frigatebirds, egrets, gulls and terns. The islands are also renowned as Australia's most significant breeding grounds for the Green Turtle. This evening, get to know your fellow travellers as you enjoy the Captain's Welcome Cocktails, followed by a sumptuous dinner on board. BLD Day 15. Buccaneer Archipelago, Talbot Bay, Horizontal Falls. Enjoy the idyllic white sands of Silica Beach on Hidden Island, often considered as one of Australia's best beaches due to its picturesque rocks and crystal-clear water. Continue to head out through the Buccaneer Archipelago, home to more than 800 islands. Continue towards the stunning Talbot Bay, known for its massive 12-metre tides that create an amazing spectacle, the unique Horizontal Falls. Subject to tidal conditions, you will embark on an exhilarating ride through the falls on a jet boat. David Attenborough described the phenomena as "one the greatest natural wonders of the world". This is a fantastic location to keep your eyes open in the chance you may get to see some of the local Tawny Nurse Shark population. BLD Day 16. Doubtful Bay, Raft Point, Montgomery Reef. After enjoying a leisurely breakfast this morning, you will cruise through the dramatic Doubtful Bay, with cascading waterfalls plunging into the ocean below. Afterwards, explore the spectacular natural phenomenon of Montgomery Reef and watch in wonder as the reef is revealed with the falling tide. As Australia's largest inshore reef, a stunning array of marine life is on offer here. Be sure to keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, turtles, manta rays, black tipped reef sharks and dugongs, who are all known for roaming these pristine waters. Back on board, perhaps enjoy a refreshing drink before indulging in a sumptuous dinner. Afterwards, perhaps retreat to the lounge to enjoy an informative presentation on some of the regions you will be visiting next. BLD Admire the extraordinary sight of Western Australia's wildflowers www.kimberleywilderness.com.au