About Coral Expeditions

Started in 1983, our company’s original vessel, Coral Princess, a converted World War II submarine chaser, pioneered and set the standard for small ship expedition cruising in northern Australia with 5-night cruises on the Great Barrier Reef.

Today, the Coral Expeditions’ fleet includes three purpose-built small ships that can be found anywhere from the tropical waters of Australia’s north to the rugged shores of Tasmania, from the coastal villages of Papua New Guinea and the Spice Islands, to sheltered sounds and glacial fiords of New Zealand.

Our three Australian-flagged expedition ships are designed for the Kimberley region, featuring wraparound decks, private balconies, and outdoor dining to enjoy the balmy air and glorious Kimberley sunsets. Open-sided Xplorer tender boats allow you to take in the magnificent cliffs and thundering waterfalls up-close while sheltered from the harsh Kimberley sun.

Cruise options

12 night Kimberley Coast Cruise
Broome to Darwin or vice versa Darwin to Broome
Dates between March-August

8 night Kimberley Highlights Cruise & Fly
Departs Broome and returns Broome
Dates between August and October

5 night Rowley Shoals Cruise (snorkelling)
Departs Broome and returns Broome
Dates between October and November

With consistently high feedback and repeat travellers year after year, Coral Expeditions boasts a 99% guest satisfaction rating - a testament to our exceptional service, expert-led exper-ences, and seamless operations in the Kimberley.