Australia’s pioneering small ship expedition cruise line Coral Expeditions has announced the release of its 2027 Kimberley sailing season, featuring 47 departures across its fleet of three purpose-built expedition vessels, Coral Discoverer, Coral Adventurer, and Coral Geographer.
Voyages will run from March to September, offering a chance for travelers to experience one of the world’s most extraordinary natural frontiers in an intimate and relaxed small group setting. The 2027 program confirmed Coral Expeditions’ position as the largest and longest operating cruise specialist in the Kimberley, enjoying its fourth decade of continuous discovery in the region.
Guests can choose from a diverse program, including the line’s classic 10-night “Kimberley Cruise” running between Darwin and Broome, and a refreshed “Coral Frontiers and Kimberley Icons,” also sailing over 10 nights.
The Kimberley Cruise
March – September 2027. Rates from $11,815 per person twin share.
In 2027, Coral Expeditions will celebrate 32 years of exploring the Kimberley’s wild and ancient landscapes. Guests will journey to the mighty King George River and its towering twin falls, discover ancient rock art with expert guides, and witness the spectacle of the iconic reef, where cascading waters reveal an abundance of marine life. Later in the season, travelers may also encounter humpback whales on their migration north to breeding grounds.
Coral Frontiers & Kimberley Icons
September 21 and 17 November 2026 | February 2, September 22 and November 17, 2027. Rates from $9,200 per person twin share.
This voyage combines the highlights of the classic Kimberley itinerary with rare visits to Rowley Shoals Marine Park, Ashmore Reef, and Scott Reef. Perfect for travelers seeking an immersive Kimberley experience paired with in-water opportunities, these expeditions are ideally timed in the dry late-spring months for optimal reef exploration.
A Lens on Nature: The Kimberley
Scheduled for July 20 and August 27, 2027
A dedicated Kimberley photography voyage curated in partnership with the Australian Geographic Society, designed for passionate nature photographers, videographers, and visual storytellers. This itinerary offers opportunities to capture the Kimberley’s rugged landscapes, unique wildlife, and ever-changing light.
Sailings in March and April will showcase the ‘Waterfall Season’, when the Kimberley’s River systems are at their peak and waterfalls thunder down ancient escarpments.
On shore and at sea, highlights of the Kimberley include dramatic waterfalls, towering escarpments and tidal phenomena, sacred and ancient First Nations rock art and cultural sites, thriving bird and marine life sanctuaries, and the special Coral Expeditions touches, including sunset drinks on the beach and barbecues.
In response to growing demand, the company has also further improved access and value for solo travelers, with expanded single cabin allotments across the fleet and reduced single supplements. At the same time, heightened demand from private groups and friends and families traveling together is also being supported with more flexible booking options and tailored offerings.
Coral Expeditions Chief Commercial Officer Jeff Gilles said Coral Expeditions continued to be the first choice for travelers seeking local expertise, small groups, and purpose-built ships outfitted with the line’s trademark Xplorer tenders, ensuring comfortable and swift access to remote wilderness.
Bookings are now open for the 2027 Kimberley cruise season. The Cairns-based Coral Expeditions team is on hand to support both direct guests and travel advisors with bookings and enquiries.
For more information and bookings, visit www.coralexpeditions.com, email [email protected] or call reservations on +61-740-409-999.
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