We show respect for the Traditional Custodians of the lands visited on True North itineraries and through acknowledgement of Country. In sharing elements of their history, heritage and culture we acknowledge the Yawuru people of the Kimberley and their connections to Country.
Montgomery Reef is a unique ecosystem that must be seen to be believed – 400km2 of coral reef rises out of the ocean with water cascading from the reef as the tide falls, exposing a privileged glimpse of another world.
The Kimberley region is home to hundreds of thousands of rock art paintings and drawings known as Bradshaw or Wandjina rock art. These beautiful and mysterious paintings are hidden in outback bush galleries on the huge escarpments and terracotta rock surfaces of the north Kimberley.
The Horizontal Falls, known as Garaanngaddim by the local First Nations people are a natural phenomenon where tidal flows cause huge waterfalls on the ebb and flow of each tide. The Rowley Shoals are famous for world-class snorkelling and Montgomery Reef is a unique ecosystem that must be seen to be believed – 400km2 of coral reef rises out of the ocean with water cascading from the reef as the tide falls, exposing a privileged glimpse of another world.
One of Australia’s best kept secrets, the Rowley Shoals, consists of three shelf atolls, situated about 260km west of Broome on the northwest Australian coast.
True North’s cruise itineraries allow ample time to explore iconic destinations in the Kimberley region with the opportunity to snorkel pristine coral reefs, fish for barramundi, explore ancient rock art galleries, and take breathtaking helicopter flights over remote waterfalls and secluded billabongs. Each day promises new adventures, from showering under King Cascade Falls to enjoying sunset drinks on pristine beaches.
Other True North cruises include voyages to the wild southwest coast of Western Australia including the Bremer Canyon and the Margaret River wine region, the intriguing Abrolhos Islands, the world-famous Ningaloo Reef and the Montebello Islands.
True North also offers explorations to beautiful Sydney and surrounds and a seafood safari around South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula – including the must-see Kangaroo Island – while True North II voyages to the World Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef.
In summer, True North ventures south to the temperate climate in Sydney and southern Australia where the days are warm and the nights refreshing. True North II heads to the Great Barrier Reef early in summer and then joins True North in Sydney to bring in the New Year.
In autumn, True North and True North II head west to explore the wonders of Western Australia’s coastline before heading north to the Kimberley region, enjoying perhaps some of Australia’s most perfect weather along the way. Days are warm with low humidity and the nights are mild. Winds are light and the skies are forever blue.
Winter is dry season in the Kimberley and is characterised by clear blue skies, easterly winds and balmy days with some chilly nights. The weather is very stable, and both True North and True North II have multiple voyages scheduled in winter, making the most of the ideal conditions to experience the wonders of the region.
Spring brings the onset of the wet season in the Kimberley. Temperatures and humidity increase but days are still pleasant and mostly dry throughout September when both True North and True North II visit the spectacular Rowley Shoals.
True North Adventure Cruises is based in Broome in Western Australia.
True North’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventure cruises depart from Broome or Wyndham depending on the itinerary. Local airport or accommodation transfers to and from the vessel are included.
Other cruises with True North depart from several capital cities and regional centres. Major carriers including Qantas and Virgin provide convenient access to all departure points.
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