2016/17 - TM Western Australia

39 Experience nature's splendour first hand at stunning King Cascades Day 15. Vansittart Bay, Jar Island. Be guided across salt flats at Vansittart Bay to view the wreckage of a US Air Force DC3, which crash-landed on the beach during World War II. Later, guest lecturers will guide you through Jar Island's incredible rock art, including the mysterious Bradshaw paintings, or Gwion Gwion, dating back some 20,000 years. BLD Day 16. Winyalken Bay. After anchoring in Winyalken Bay, travel ashore and explore the maze of natural sandstone caves of Hathaway's Hideaway. A Taste of Western Australia – this evening, pull up a chair and watch as the sun sets over the Indian Ocean while you savour a delicious gourmet Australian beach barbecue. BL, FD Day 17. Bigge Island, Careening Bay. Visit Bigge Island's ancient Wandjina and Bradshaw rock art. Spend some time at leisure wandering Careening Bay. Early explorer Phillip Parker King named the bay after his ship, the HMC Mermaid, which was careened for repairs during his second of four voyages navigating Australian waters. With a knowledgeable guide, you'll journey to the site of the iconic boab tree engraved with 'HMC Mermaid 1820', miraculously visible almost 200 years on. BLD Day 18. Prince Regent River, King Cascades. Aboard the Explorer, cruise the Prince Regent River, which runs almost straight for most of its length. Like a Local – admire the breathtaking King Cascades, an unusual terraced waterfall. Enjoy a picnic lunch at beautiful Camp Creek where you might like to take a refreshing dip. BLD Day 19. Montgomery Reef, Doubtful Bay. Today you'll experience a truly magical moment when Montgomery Reef rises out of the ocean as the tide recedes. Discover the reef's diverse marine life including turtles, manta rays and reef sharks. Later, cruise through scenic Doubtful Bay, where rugged cliffs rise from the sea. BLD Day 20. Kuri Bay, Raft Point, Ruby Falls. Cruise Kuri Bay, home of the south sea pearl industry. Board the Explorer and travel ashore to striking Raft Point where you'll see ancient Wandjina rock art and some of the Kimberley's most well-preserved Bradshaw paintings. Later, explore Red Cone Creek and cool down with a leisurely swim in Ruby Falls. BLD Day 21. Buccaneer Archipelago, Talbot Bay, Horizontal Falls. Travel through the Buccaneer Archipelago, dotted with more than 800 islands. Located within Talbot Bay is the incredible Horizontal Falls. When the 12-metre tide turns, strong currents rush through two narrow coastal gorges, creating a cascade effect. Like a Local – board the Zodiacs for an exhilarating ride through the falls. Later, enjoy white sands and pristine waters at Silica Beach. BLD ENHANCE YOUR JOURNEY – TAKE A SCENIC FLIGHT OVER MITCHELL FALLS Enjoy a breathtaking helicopter flight over Mitchell Plateau for close up views of the stunning four-tiered Mitchell Fallsˆ. NORTHERN TERRITORY Lirrgarn Argyle Diamond Mine Kununurra Halls Creek Broome Fitzroy Crossing El Questro Geikie Gorge 1 WESTERN AUSTRALIA 1 King George River Bigge Island Vansittart Bay Montgomery Reef Cape Leveque Lacepede Islands Bonaparte Archipelago Horizontal Falls 2 2 4 1 1 1 1 Buccaneer Archipelago Coral Expeditions I 10 Coach No. of nights stay Cruise Unsealed road Nitmiluk National Park Darwin Katherine Day 22. Lacepede Islands. Cruise Pender Bay and visit the secluded Lacepede Islands (subject to conditions). Discover the lagoon's abundance of marine birds, from pelicans to egrets. Tonight, unwind at the Captain's Farewell Drinks. BLD Day 23. Depart Broome. After breakfast, your cruise comes to an end in Broome with a transfer to the airport. B EARLYBIRD SPECIALS SEE PAGE 19 FOR DETAILS 2016 DATES & PRICES (A$) 23 Days – Broome Return (TWNBCP23) Twin Share Prices 2016 (per person) Twin Share May 1; June 12; July 24; Sept. 4. $12,595 CRUISE UPGRADE Prices are based on a Cabin. See page 40 for Deck Plans. To upgrade, add per person: Stateroom $1,000 Upper Deck Stateroom $1,500 Deluxe Stateroom $1,800 TOUR NOTES Cruising itineraries are subject to change due to tidal conditions. Weather events may cause disruption to itineraries, especially in remote locations. See pages 42-43 for terms and conditions. Seniors Card holders and Aust./New Zealand pensioners deduct $50 per person. Please enquire for solo traveller prices. ˆSee page 41 for further details. Please note days 11 and 12 are unescorted. Days 1-10 of the tour form part of West Coast Adventure. See pages 22-23.

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