True North Adventure Cruises

Experiences

Whilst True North Adventure Cruises are renowned for comfort and style, shipboard life is not the focus – there are no swimming pools or casinos onboard; conversely the focus is very much about providing guests with every opportunity to experience the destination, from sea, land and air. See what to do when cruising with True North

“Stepping back on to the rooftop helipad 15 minutes later, it’s all / can do but pick my jaw off the floor. ‘/ told you this is not a cruise’ says Howson (owner of True North), seeing my expression of awe. ‘/t really is a true adventure’.”

Natasha Dragun, The Australian

All cruises are activity-based and feature True North Adventure Cruises’ unequalled style, stunning modern cuisine and a young Australian crew.

Extended periods at sea are deliberately excluded; instead, days are packed with activities including fishing, snorkelling, diving, picnics, natural history, walks, cultural events and more depending on the location.

Discover ancient Aboriginal rock art on True North’s Kimberley Wilderness Adventure cruises. Each itinerary features opportunity to admire pristine examples of both Wandjina and Gwion Gwion style art. Wandjina art is characterised by spirit figures. In local Aboriginal stories the Wandjina were the cloud and rain spirits who created the landscape and its inhabitants. Gwion Gwion art is only found in the Kimberley and consists primarily of human figures ornamented with accessories such as tassels and headdress.

Guests access ‘galleries’ either via guided walks or dedicated helicopter flights. The ship’s biologist/naturalists provide fascinating interpretive sessions. Some departures feature guest speakers with elevated knowledge of First Nations Aboriginal culture.

“Every day, we are exposed to new experiences and rich local history that give our family a renewed appreciation for the beauty of our home country.”

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The True North and True North II feature dedicated adventure boats, filling facilities for scuba cylinders, complimentary snorkelling equipment and experienced divemasters.

A marine biologist is normally included in the ship’s compliment when visiting coral environs, including some of the world’s most revered coral habitats. Discover the incredible Rowley Shoals on the Kimberley Coast, the wonders of the Bremer Bay Canyon and the endless beaches that skirt Cape Le Grand of Western Australia.

There are usually no tracks in the areas visited, in fact, many of True North Adventure Cruises’ destinations can only be accessed by a purpose-built ship. Larger ships are typically confined to oceanic waters and even smaller ‘expedition ships’ are generally only able to cruise up and down coastal regions. The True North and True North II are able to explore shallow coastal waters and river systems. A taste for adventure and a carefully crafted sailing schedule ensures every destination is experienced at its stunning best. Go wild in style.

Multiple expedition vessels take guests in small groups to experience wilderness up close. The luxury of having numerous tenders also means that everyone on board has greater opportunity to do what they want, when they want. Most cruise options feature a ship’s helicopter opening up a range of options from scenic flights and heli-picnics to overnight camping adventures. Discover virtually unseen and untouched parts of Australia.