Ponant Kimberley 2026

Cruise Express

Australian owned and operated

Kimberley 2026

Spectacular 10 night expeditions

Up to 15% Ponant Bonus Savings

Fly, Stay & Cruise Offer – includes return economy flights, group transfers and 1 pre or post cruise night hotel accommodation*

No Single Supplement Offer – valid on select departures & in select cabin categories*

Set sail for the wild and grandiose landscapes of the Kimberley on a spectacular 10-night expedition cruise between Darwin and Broome. With a spectacular coastline, stunning waterfalls, abrupt gorges, savannah, and calm waters, the wild lands of the Kimberley promise an exceptional adventure.

Visit the picturesque Hunter River to see wild mangrove forests where saltwater crocodiles live, along with many species of birds. A high point of this cruise will undoubtedly be the discovery of the King George River and the majestic Twin Falls, the highest single-drop waterfall in Western Australia. You will also visit Collier Bay to admire a spectacular example of the impact of the tides cascading in mini-waterfalls as the entire Montgomery Reef appears to rise from the turquoise-blue waters of the bay.

Ponant will operate two stunning expedition ships during the season – step aboard Le Soleal or Le Jacques-Cartier and enjoy all the traditional Ponant benefits: outstanding modern ships, a range of luxury facilities including a swimming pool, spa, choice of restaurants and an open bar. Whichever expedition you choose, you will experience the exceptional levels of comfort and service that are the very hallmark of Ponant.

Expedition Inclusions

  • 10 night Kimberley expedition Darwin to Broome OR Broome to Darwin
  • All excursions
  • Fine dining in all restaurants
  • Complimentary beverages throughout the ship including stateroom mini-bar
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi access 24 hours a day
  • Entertainment and activities onboard
  • Complimentary 24 hour stateroom service
  • Regular outings and shore expeditions via easy to access Zodiac®
  • A highly qualified expedition team of geologists, historians, cultural experts, marine biologists, naturalists and conservationists
  • Taxes for national parks and conservation areas
  • All port and security fees

Expedition Dates & Fares


Darwin to Broome Fare FSC or FSS Ship
13 May from: $16,290* Le Jacques-Cartier
2 June from: $17,110* Le Jacques-Cartier
22 June from: $17,110** Le Jacques-Cartier
29 June from: $15,040* FSS Le Soleal
12 July from: $18,960* Le Jacques-Cartier
19 July from: $14,250* FSS Le Soleal
1 August from: $17,110* FSS Le Jacques-Cartier
28 August from: $14,250* FSS Le Soleal

All one-way expeditions from Darwin to Broome will visit Ashmore Reef, a remote island with natural wonders above and below the ocean. Fares are per person twin share.

FSS

FREE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT* – supplement for single usage of a double cabin is waived, according to availability and stateroom categories. 

FLY, STAY & CRUISE OFFER* – includes return economy flights, group transfers and 1 pre or post cruise night hotel accommodation

Please note these offers are not combinable

Broome to Darwin Fare FSC & FSS Ship
23 May from: $17,970* Le Jacques-Cartier
12 June  from: $17,970* Le Jacques-Cartier
2 July  from: $18,080* FSS Le Jacques-Cartier
9 July  from: $14,260* FSS Le Soleal
22 July from: $18,080* Le Jacques-Cartier
11 August from: $18,970* FSS Le Jacques-Cartier
18 August from: $15,440* FSS Le Soleal
7 September from: $14,260* FSS Le Soleal

Fares are per person twin share.

FSS

FREE SINGLE SUPPLEMENT* – supplement for single usage of a double cabin is waived, according to availability and stateroom categories. 

FLY, STAY & CRUISE OFFER* – includes return economy flights, group transfers and 1 pre or post cruise night hotel accommodation

Please note these offers are not combinable

Images are representative of staterooms in that category and type. Some rooms in the same category may have different furniture configurations and/or facilities.

Terms & Conditions

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Kimberley Cruising 2026

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Your deposit amount will vary by grade of accommodation and will be due within 72 hours of booking confirmation. Offer is not combinable with other promotions, other than advised below, is capacity-controlled, subject to availability and may be withdrawn or changed at any time without notice. All fares are subject to the terms and conditions set out by Cruise Express and its suppliers which may be obtained at the time of booking. Cruise Express reserves the right to correct any errors or omissions, and to cancel any product or service offered in the event of such error or omission. We strongly recommend you take out travel insurance at the time of paying your deposit. IMPORTANT: Valid passports are required for these voyages. Due to government restrictions all Ponant Kimberley voyages (Broome to Darwin and Darwin to Broome) are classed as international cruises, therefore, guests will be processed through customs and immigration on embarkation. Failure to present passports at check-in will result in denied boarding. Free Single Supplement Offer - The supplement for single usage of a double cabin is waived, according to availability and staterooms categories. May not be applicable to lowest available cabin grade. Fly, Stay & Cruise - 2026 Offer - Offer includes 1 pre-night hotel and transfers on arrival or 1 post-night hotel with transfers on departure (subject to availability), return flights in Economy class from major Australian and New Zealand cities. Simply mention the code PKIMB26 when making your reservation. Offer valid when booking select 2026 Kimberley itineraries in all cabin categories onboard Le Soleal and Le Jacques Cartier. Offer also available on Australia's West Coast Odyssey itineraries onboard Le Soleal departing 29 July and 8 August 2026 (SO290726 and SO080826). Offers available for new bookings only for travellers departing Australia and New Zealand made by 30 September 2025, unless extended. Offer includes 1 pre-night or 1 post-night package and return economy class non-refundable airfares and taxes booked with PONANT. Pre-night package includes 1 night only pre-cruise accommodation at Ponant's selected properties in room categories held by Ponant (Subject to change) and Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Pier group transfers in Darwin or in Broome to the embarkation meeting place. Post-night package includes 1 night only post-cruise accommodation at Ponan'st selected properties in room categories held by Ponant (Subject to change) and Pier to Hotel and Hotel to Airport group transfers in Darwin or in Broome. Return airfares: offer is based on Economy class non-refundable airfares with an airline of Ponant’s choosing depending on best available routing to port of embarkation and from port of disembarkation. Flights are available from major Australian cities and from Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch in New Zealand . All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. A deposit of 25% of total booking value is due at the time of booking. All air is ticketed upon receipt of the deposit. Flights must be booked by Ponant. Should you choose to depart earlier than your scheduled tour/cruise departure, or make variations to airline routings, surcharges may apply. Airline schedules are subject to change without notice and Ponant is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline schedule changes. Flights must be booked as soon as they are released by the airlines. Any changes made after ticketing may incur amendment and/or cancellation fees. Air taxes vary for each departure point and routing of airline and are subject to change. Fuel surcharges are subject to change and an additional fuel surcharge may apply. Frequent flyer miles/points may not be awarded on all airfares. Upgrades to business class are available at additional cost. Offer is applicable for cruise paying guests only. Cancellation fees specific to this offer apply after deposit has been paid as follows: - If deposit date is more than 211 days prior to departure date, cancellation fee is 15% of booking value; - If deposit date is between 210 and 91 Days prior to departure date, cancellation fee is 25% of booking value; - If deposit date is 90 Days or less prior to departure date, cancellation fee is 100% of booking value. Flights cancellation fees as per airline terms and conditions advised at time of purchase. The No Single Supplement & the Fly, Stay & Cruise offers are non combinable.

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