Western Australia and the Kimberley: Shark Bay and King George River
The North-Western Natural Wonder Adventure
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Fremantle to Darwin
17 expedition nights aboard Silver Cloud from Fremantle all the way up Australia's west coast to Darwin. The route blends lesser-known island groups such as the Abrolhos with the iconic Kimberley classics. You immerse yourself in worlds of red sandstone, turquoise water and ancient Aboriginal cultures, always supported by Zodiacs and an experienced expedition team. On board, butler service, premium wines and full all-inclusive provide a level of comfort rarely associated with wilderness travel.
Route highlights
- Fremantle with its Victorian streetscape and gateway role to Perth
- Houtman Abrolhos with coral gardens and shipwreck history
- Cape Peron in Shark Bay with stromatolites and dugongs
- Montebello Islands with rarely visited reefs
- Dampier Archipelago with prehistoric petroglyphs
- Buccaneer Archipelago and Hunter River at the heart of the Kimberley
- Vansittart Bay with rock art and a wartime wreck
- King George River with the tallest waterfalls of Western Australia
The Route
Fremantle
17 nights
Darwin
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THU · 20 Aug 2026Fremantle · EmbarkationDeparture 18:00
At the mouth of the Swan River on the Indian Ocean, Fremantle serves as Perth's port city in Western Australia. The Victorian harbour quarter with its famous Cappuccino Strip and 19th-century convict prison is UNESCO-listed and emblematic of the city's Gold Rush architecture.
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FRI · 21 Aug 2026Abrolhos IslandsArrival 11:00 Departure 18:00
The Houtman Abrolhos lie 60 kilometres off Geraldton on Australia's west coast in the Indian Ocean and consist of 122 islands in three groups. They are renowned for the southernmost coral reef of the Indian Ocean and the dramatic 1629 wreck of the Batavia.
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SAT · 22 Aug 2026Abrolhos IslandsArrival 06:30 Departure 13:30
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SUN · 23 Aug 2026Cape Peron, Shark BayArrival 07:00 Departure 13:00
Cape Peron lies on the west coast of Australia within the Shark Bay UNESCO World Heritage area and is the northern tip of the Péron Peninsula. From the Skipjack lookout the view sweeps over Bottle Bay, where tiger sharks and turtles glide through gin-clear water.
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MON · 24 Aug 2026North Muiron IslandArrival 13:00 Departure 18:30
North Muiron Island lies off the Pilbara coast of Western Australia immediately north of the Ningaloo Reef in the Indian Ocean. The small uninhabited sand island is a nesting site for green and loggerhead turtles between October and March and serves as a gateway to the offshore coral reef, which as the western hemisphere's only major fringing reef forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage.
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TUE · 25 Aug 2026Montebello IslandsArrival 07:00 Departure 18:00
The Montebello Islands form an uninhabited archipelago of about 174 limestone islets off the Pilbara coast of Western Australia in the Indian Ocean. They are a marine reserve rich in coral life, turtle nesting beaches and dugongs, and are also historically known for the British nuclear tests of Operation Hurricane and Mosaic in the 1950s.
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WED · 26 Aug 2026Dampier ArchipelagoArrival 07:30 Departure 18:00
The Dampier Archipelago is a group of 42 islands off the Pilbara coast in north-western Australia. On the main island of Murujuga lies the world's densest Aboriginal rock-engraving gallery, with more than a million petroglyphs and UNESCO World Heritage status, some up to 50,000 years old.
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THU · 27 Aug 2026At sea
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FRI · 28 Aug 2026Adele Island, KimberleyArrival 07:30 Departure 18:00
Adele Island is an uninhabited sand cay in the Indian Ocean about 100 kilometres off the Kimberley coast in northern Western Australia. The island is a vital breeding ground for seabirds such as masked boobies and black-naped terns and is protected.
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SAT · 29 Aug 2026Buccaneer Archipelago RegionArrival 07:15
The Buccaneer Archipelago comprises around 800 islands off the Kimberley coast in north-western Australia, lying within King Sound where tides rise up to eleven metres. The Horizontal Falls, a tidal flow forced through two narrow rock clefts, were dubbed by Sir David Attenborough as the eighth wonder of the world.
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SUN · 30 Aug 2026Buccaneer Archipelago Region
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MON · 31 Aug 2026Buccaneer Archipelago RegionDeparture 18:00
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TUE · 01 Sep 2026Hunter River RegionArrival 06:30 Departure 18:00
The Hunter River winds through the rugged Kimberley coast of north-western Australia. Mangrove-lined tidal creeks, red sandstone cliffs, saltwater crocodiles and abundant birdlife define this remote wilderness.
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WED · 02 Sep 2026Ashmore ReefArrival 12:30 Departure 18:00
Ashmore Reef is a coral reef in Australia's external territory of Ashmore and Cartier Islands in the Indian Ocean. The 583-square-kilometre marine sanctuary harbours 433 coral species and serves as a nesting site for sea turtles, with traditional fishing rights granted to Indonesian fishermen.
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THU · 03 Sep 2026Swift BayArrival 12:30 Departure 18:00
Swift Bay on the Kimberley coast of Western Australia hosts some of the oldest rock paintings in the world - Wandjina spirit figures and Gwion Gwion figures of the Aboriginal people, whose age is estimated at up to 17,000 years.
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FRI · 04 Sep 2026King George RiverArrival 06:30 Departure 17:00
The King George River in the Kimberley is the setting for the spectacular King George Falls - twin waterfalls that plunge 80 metres into a narrow sandstone canyon in the wet season. Access only by boat or helicopter.
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SAT · 05 Sep 2026DarwinArrival 13:00
Darwin is the gateway to the Northern Territory's outback and to Australia's wild Top End. Kakadu National Park (UNESCO World Heritage), with its rock paintings, waterfalls and crocodiles, begins just a few hours away.
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SUN · 06 Sep 2026Darwin · Disembarkation
Silver Cloud Expedition
Silver Cloud Expedition was converted in 2017 from luxury liner to expedition ship: ice-reinforced hull, Zodiac fleet, 296 guests. What remained: Silversea service, the all-inclusive philosophy and a standard of comfort unmatched in the expedition class.
The Ship
Cabins
Owner's Suite
The most prestigious suite on board, available with a second bedroom. A separate living and dining area, a generous marble bathroom and a private veranda overlooking the sea. Butler service included.
Grand Suite
The most spacious suite on Silver Cloud, available with two bedrooms. An elegant living and dining area, two bathrooms and a large veranda in the forward position. Ideal for the highest demands on space. Butler service included.
Royal Suite
A stately suite with a separate living and dining area, available with a second bedroom. A marble bathroom and a private veranda with sweeping forward views. Butler service included.
Medallion Suite
A generous midship suite with a sitting area, a marble bathroom and a veranda with floor-to-ceiling glass doors. Butler service included.
Silver Suite
A stylish suite with a separate living area, a marble bathroom with bathtub and separate shower, and a particularly large veranda. Butler service included.
Vista Suite
An elegant suite with a large picture window instead of a veranda, a cosy living area and a marble bathroom. Butler service included.
Deluxe Veranda Suite
A comfortable veranda suite in a particularly central location, with a seating area, a marble bathroom and a private veranda. Butler service included.
Veranda Suite
The classic Silversea suite: a welcoming living area, a marble bathroom and a private veranda with panoramic ocean views. Butler service included.
Deck plan · Silver Cloud Expedition
Standard inclusions of the ship voyage
On board
- Suite with butler service
- Complimentary WiFi throughout the ship
- Gourmet cuisine 24 hours a day
- Free-seating dining with À-la-carte menus
- 24-hour room service (complimentary)
- Premium beverages: champagne, fine wines, spirits, beers, water and soft drinks
- Personalised minibar, replenished daily
- Gratuities for all staff included
- All entertainment (shows, lectures, performances)
- Wellness facilities (fitness centre, sauna, steam bath in Otium Spa)
Not included
- Specialty restaurant La Dame (may have nominal charge)
- Flights and transfers (unless on All-Inclusive Plus fare)
- Additional paid activities and premium extras
Further options
Additionally included depending on voyage type (Classic / Expedition) and fare (Door-to-Door / All-Inclusive Plus):
- Shore excursions: at least one per port on Classic fares; all Zodiac cruises and guided landings on Expedition voyages
- Expedition extras: expert lectures, a parka to keep and rubber boots on loan
- Economy-class flights from and to your home airport (Door-to-Door and many All-Inclusive fares)
- Airport transfers between airport and ship (Door-to-Door and All-Inclusive Plus fares)
- Hotel night before and after the voyage (Door-to-Door and selected expeditions)
- Private chauffeur service from your door to the airport (Door-to-Door, within about 80 km)
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this voyage?
Send us a non-binding enquiry via the form on this page. Our team replies personally within 24 hours with availability, cabin options and a tailored offer. No enquiry fee, no upfront payment.
What is included in the price?
The base price per person (twin cabin) includes the cabin in your chosen category, full board, all port fees and the onboard programme. Flights and transfers are quoted separately. 17 nights from EUR 14.640 p.p. With Silversea, selected wines and beverages at meals are included.
How many guests sail on the Silver Cloud Expedition?
A maximum of 254 guests - extraordinarily intimate compared to standard cruise ships. The high crew-to-guest ratio ensures personal attention throughout the voyage.
Can the itinerary change?
Yes - all itineraries are subject to weather, port availability and the captain's decisions. This is part of the charm of small-ship cruising: flexibility allows for unexpected discoveries.
Are there specials for early bookers or solo travellers?
Yes. Early bookers receive discounts for timely booking. Solo travellers often benefit from a reduced or waived single supplement. Simply mention your preferences in the enquiry.
Is my booking protected?
Yes. As a German tour operator, ivent-sailing provides a travel protection certificate (Reisesicherungsschein) under German law. Your payment is fully insured.
What about flights and transfers?
We arrange flights and transfers on request as part of your personal offer. This allows us to find the best connections for your specific departure date and home airport.
Are there shore excursions?
Yes. All cruise lines offer shore excursions - from guided cultural tours to nature experiences. The concepts vary by fleet. We are happy to provide details on available excursions for your chosen voyage.
What water sports and activities are available?
Depending on the ship and route: snorkelling, kayaking, stand-up paddling, diving, and Zodiac landings (on expedition voyages). Many ships have a marina platform for direct access to the water. We will be happy to tell you exactly what is available on your voyage.
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