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Take advantage of incredible End of Financial Year (EOFY) savings! For a limited time only, enjoy up to 30% savings on select expedition cruises, plus Solo travellers can enjoy up to 20% savings when you book by 30 June 2026*.
Why Coral Expeditions?
From humble beginnings on the Great Barrier Reef over 40 years ago, Coral Expeditions have taken their unique style of Australian expedition cruising to the far-flung lands of the Kimberley, Tasmania, the Small Islands of Japan and Papua New Guinea. Wherever they go, they have one purpose – taking small groups of like-minded explorers to the most remote parts of the world with expert guidance and warm Australian hospitality.
Inclusions
Use of Xplorer, Zodiacs, & Kayaks
Wi-Fi Access – Starlink standard connectivity for messaging and staying in touch while travelling remotely
All entrance fees to National Parks, ports, traditional owner fees and charges imposed by governing authorities
Tips and gratuities
Daily lectures and briefings with Guest Lecturers
All excursions with the Expedition Team
Voyage log & Photo gallery documenting the highlights of your voyage
Selected wines, selected beers and house spirits, juices, and soft drinks served with lunch and dinner
All meals, chef-prepared on board
Captain’s welcome and farewell events, and open bridge access
24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station
Use of all onboard facilities, including a reference library
Broome to Darwin or vice versa | 10 nights | Departs 17 November 2026
Visit: Darwin | King George River | Ancient Rock Art Galleries | Ashmore Reef | Scott Reef | Montgomery Reef | Horizontal Falls & Buccaneer Archipelago | Lacepede Islands | Rawley Shoals Broome
Twin Share - Promenade Deck from $10,430pp WAS $14,900pp
Solo Occupancy - Promenade Deck from $11,200pp WAS $14,000pp
Highlights:
Cruise down the scenic King George River through steep gorges carved 400 million years ago via Xplorer tender
Land at galleries showcasing Wandjina and Gwion Gwion art
Watch for nesting marine turtles and migratory birds while snorkelling pristine waters at Ashmore Reef
Witness rapids through narrow gorges where massive tides create horizontal waterfalls
Enjoy spectacular bird watching and try to spot green turtles at Lacepede Islands
Spend 2 days exploring the shallow lagoons at Clerke, Mermaid & Imperieuse Reefs containing up to 233 coral species and 688 fish species, many of which are found nowhere else
Visit: Cairns | Hinchinbrook Island (Munamudanamy) | Geranium Passage Reefs (Yamacutta) | Dunk Island (Coonanglebah & Mission Beach) | Cairns
Twin Share - Promenade Deck from $3,845pp WAS $5,490pp
Solo Occupancy - Promenade Deck from $5,989pp WAS $7,485pp
Highlights:
Explore Hinchinbrook Island where mangroves, beaches, and rainforest await. Keep an eye out for dolphins, turtles, and the endangered dugong while exploring the island’s trails and beaches
Enjoy snorkelling and diving in some of the most pristine reefs in the region
On Dunk Island, you can take guided or unguided walks to Mt Koolatoo, Muggy Muggy Beach, or Coconut Beach, or simply relax with beachcombing, kayaking, swimming, or stand-up paddleboarding
*Advertised pricing is based on this departure, per person twin share in a promenade deck stateroom, correct as of 15 June 2026.
Sorong to Darwin or vice versa | 17 nights | Departs 27 December 2026
Visit: Sorong | Yamdena Island | Banda Neira | Molana & Saparua Islands | Seram Island | Misool, Raja Ampat | Kofiau Island | Waigeo & Piaynemo | Raja Ampat Archipelago | Ayu Atoll | Cenderawasih Bay & Kwatisore | Roon Island | Swande / Manim Island | Mansinam Island | Amsterdam Island | Darwin
Twin Share - Promenade Deck from $22,745pp WAS $32,490pp
Solo Occupancy - Promenade Deck from $18,895pp WAS $26,990pp
Highlights:
Includes Charter flight from Sorong to Darwin or vice versa*
Visit the village of Tumbur for a cultural welcome on Yamdena Island
Admire Maluku paddlers in kora kora canoes, visit Dutch Fort Belgica, and enjoy traditional dance before sunset drinks overlooking the Banda Sea and volcanic Gunung Api
Snorkel shallow coral reefs at Molana Island. Later, receive a warm welcome at Saparua Island, tour Fort Duurstede and witness local war dances with cultural adornments
Enter the heart of Raja Ampat with a stop at Misool. Kayak or swim among limestone karsts in crystal clear waters. Dive or snorkel vibrant coral gardens in some of the world’s most pristine marine habitat
Early risers may spot Red or Wilson’s Bird-of-Paradise on a pre-dawn jungle walk at Waigeo
Cruise Raja Ampat’ stunning lagoons, swim from white sand beaches or stretch your legs on a range of walks and hikes
Spend a full day snorkelling or diving in Ayu Atoll
Papua New Guinea Discoverer
Madang to Cairns | 12 nights | Departs 13 October 2026
Visit: Madang | Umboi & Tuam Island | Kumbun Island & Pulia River | Lababia Village & Biangatu Island | Goodenough & Wagifa Island | Sewa Bay & Boia Waga Island | Deboyne Island & Surrounding Lagoons | Exploration of the Calvados Chain | Tawali & Nuakata Island | Samarai Island | Cairns
Twin Share - Promenade Deck from $12,110pp WAS $17,300pp
Highlights:
Discover volcanic Umboi’s cultural heritage, then explore Tuam Island’s rich trading history
Experience colourful welcome rituals and traditional bilum weaving demonstrations at this seaside village on Papua’s mainland
Choose between a moderate jungle walk to search for wildlife or visit Pwanapwana Village for a cultural experience
Relax on the white beaches of uninhabited Boia Boia Waga Island
Explore Deboyne Lagoon featuring diverse reefs and islands teeming with marine life
Enjoy an early morning walk in search of endemic bird-of-paradise through uneven jungle pathways on Tawali Island
Stroll through vibrant local markets on Samarai Island and learn about its pivotal role in regional trade
*Pricing is based on per person twin share, correct as of 15 June 2026.
Booking terms and conditions apply.
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Term and conditions apply: All pricing subject to change and availability. Advertised prices are per person twin share unless stated otherwise. Offers may be withdrawn at any time. Itineraries are subject to change. Booking Conditions and Phil Hoffmann Travel Schedule of Professionalism* applies. Please speak to your Phil Hoffmann Travel Consultant for more information.
