OCEAN DREAM 13 NIGHT KIMBERLEY DREAM ITINERARY

13 Night Ocean Dream Itinerary - Broome to Wyndham or reverse.

This is the ultimate Ocean Dream 13 Night Kimberley Dream Itinerary. which is either from Broome to Wyndham or reverse.

Sample itinerary only. Due to the large tidal variations in the Kimberley, we are not always able to guarantee to keep with the planned itinerary and adjustments may be considered by the captain during the cruise. Our Wilderness Cruises are adventure based and you can expect to see and experience more than what is listed on the itinerary. Weather changes and other vessel movements will be taken into consideration to ensure an exceptional wilderness experience for our guests.

DAY 1 - BROOME, GANTHEAUME

On the day you embark on your Kimberley cruise adventure, our transfer coach will pick you up from your hotel in Broome at 1:30 pm. After a brief drive, we arrive at Gantheaume Point, where a short tender ride will take you to the awaiting Ocean Dream. Once onboard, you can unpack, meet your fellow guests and crew and enjoy a welcome drink as you begin your cruise with a stunning sunset over Cable Beach.

DAY 2 - SILICA BEACH, CROCODILE CREEK

Enjoy the stunning scenery as we cruise through Yampi Sound to Silica Beach on Hidden Island. Part of the Buccaneer Archipelago, Silica Beach is named for its high silica content in the sand and offers a perfect spot for swimming and stretching your legs. Experience an expedition up Crocodile Creek, culminating in a refreshing swim in a spring-fed waterhole.

DAY 3 - TALBOT BAY, HORIZONTAL FALLS

Today, we visit the renowned Horizontal Falls, one of the Kimberley's natural wonders. Guests can choose to take an exhilarating fast boat ride through the falls or enjoy a tender vessel excursion up Cyclone Creek to explore ancient rock formations. Along the way, observe fascinating wildlife both in the water and on land.

DAY 4 - MONTGOMERY REEF, RED COND CREEK, RUBY FALLS

Spend the morning exploring the captivating Montgomery Reef, which seems to rise as the tide falls. Witness the abundance of marine life, including fish, crabs, manta rays, sharks and dugongs, as their habitat transforms with the changing tide. In the afternoon, enjoy opportunities for fishing or mud crabbing, followed by a scenic tender excursion to explore the Sale River.

DAY 5 - PRINCE REGENT RIVER, KINGS CASCADE FALLS

In the morning, we enter the Prince Regent River and prepare for a unique experience as Ocean Dream is manoeuvred directly under the Kings Cascade Falls. Enjoy a natural freshwater shower on the bow of the vessel before embarking on a moderate climb to the top of the falls for a refreshing swim in the spectacular Cascade Pool. Alternatively, you can join a tender excursion upriver to the scenic “amphitheatre” falls, all the while keeping an eye out for fascinating wildlife.

DAY 6 - BONAPARTE ARCHIPELAGO, BIGGE ISLAND

Experience the beauty of Bigge Island, located approximately 6 kilometres off the coast in the Bonaparte Archipelago. This weathered sandstone island is surrounded by reef-filled bays and is home to several endangered and rare mammals. It is also a significant Indigenous rock art site for the Wunambal Gaambera people.

DAY 7 - SWIFT BAY

If the tides are favourable, an early morning oyster harvest will take place on the exposed rocks of Swift Bay. Guests will then have the option of a helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls or a scenic tender vessel excursion. In the afternoon, explore the cultural significance of Swift Bay, which was once an important meeting place for Indigenous people.

DAY 8 - MITCHELL RIVER, SURVEYOR'S POOL

If you haven’t seen a crocodile yet, you will likely encounter one or two on the mighty Mitchell River. This river is fantastic for fishing and exploring the hundreds of creeks that form along the mangrove forests as the tide falls. The area is teeming with wildlife, making for exciting scenic excursions. The afternoon is spent at the beautiful Surveyor’s Pool for a bush walk and swim.

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DAY 9 - VANSITTART BAY, JAR ISLAND

Join a tender vessel excursion to Jar Island to explore the fascinating Gwion Gwion art (Bradshaw Art). Unique to the Kimberley region, this art is over 17,000 years old, featuring distinct styles and meanings. In the afternoon, take a walk to the crash site of the DC3 aircraft, which crashed in 1942, located on the eastern side of Vansittart Bay.

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DAY 10 - GLYCOSMIS FALLS & BARRA FALLS

Located near Cape Londonderry, today we experience two unique and impressive falls of the north Kimberley. Glycosmis Falls, with its two thundering streams of water pouring off the cliff face into the sea, is well worth a visit. If time permits and the tides are right, we can explore the area for Gwion Gwion Art. Barra Falls, equally impressive and accessible only by helicopter or smaller vessels, is a stunning location for a hike and a freshwater swim.

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DAY 11 - KOOLAMA BAY

We visit the historically significant Koolama Bay, the site of the 1942 MV Koolama bombing attack by Japanese air raids. In the afternoon, swim in a beautiful waterhole at the site where the MV Koolama bombing survivors camped.

DAY 12 - KING GEORGE RIVER, KING GEORGE FALLS

At high tide, we cross the sandbars of the King George River and make our way up to the falls. It’s an enticing welcome to one of the Kimberley’s most magnificent natural wonders. The dual waterfall has a vertical drop of over 80 metres, making it one of the tallest waterfalls in Western Australia.

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DAY 13 - BERKLEY RIVER

Join a tender vessel excursion to explore the beautiful Berkeley River, featuring towering gorges, waterfalls and sandstone cliffs. Discover the head of this incredible river system and the myriad of animal species that call this place home. Swim in freshwater holes and there is an opportunity for a spot of fishing.

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DAY 14 - WYNDHAM, KUNUNURRA

Following one last breakfast on board, say your final goodbyes to the crew as we disembark from Ocean Dream in Wyndham. Our commentated courtesy coach journey takes approximately 90 minutes to arrive in Kununurra, where you can be dropped off at the airport or your accommodation.

Call us any time if you want more information on our 13 night Kimberley Dream Itinerary on the Ocean Dream.