Australia’s Iconic Kimberley – 29 Jun 2026 – Cruise Traveller

Australia’s Iconic Kimberley

Cruise Line
Ponant
Ship
Le Soleal
Package Departs
29 Jun 2026
Package Duration
10 Nights
Embark Ship
Darwin, NT, Australia
Disembark Ship
Broome, WA, Australia
Superior Stateroom Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 5 Prestige Deck 6
AU $15,040
per person
 AU $18,070
per person
 AU $18,960
per person
 AU $20,040
per person

Australia’s Iconic Kimberley Fly, Cruise & Stay package includes:
– Return economy class airfare from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth to Darwin and ex Broome on return inc. tax
– 1 pre-night hotel and transfers on arrival OR 1 post-night hotel with transfers on departure (includes continental breakfast)
– Transfer from port to airport in Broome (if your chosen hotel stay is Darwin pre-cruise)^
– 10 night Kimberley expedition cruise aboard Le Soleal from Darwin to Broome
– All meals while on board the ship (from dinner on the day of embarkation to breakfast on the day of disembarkation)
– Captain`s welcome cocktail and gala dinner onboard
– Open Bar (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands) during cruise
– Evening entertainment and events
– Room service 24h (special selection)
– Highly qualified bilingual French/English expedition team
– Zodiac excursions
– Park entry fees into protected areas (where applicable)
– Port taxes

^Not included: Arrival transfer from airport to pier in Darwin, when post-cruise stay in Broome is chosen.

Special Conditions

*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (17Jul25) based on current Ponant bonus discount of 10% where applicable which can and does change without prior notice. Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers mentioned are only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Any hotels, transfers and airline carriers listed are at the discretion of Ponant. Programme and flight schedule are subject to change without prior notice. 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 cities. 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. Offers available for new bookings only for travellers departing Australia 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 Ponant's 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. All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. 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.

Special Validity Dates

Special is valid from 09 Jun 2025 to 30 Sep 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.

Cruise Itinerary

DateActivityArriveDepart
29 Jun 2026
Darwin, NT, Australia
 6:00 PM
30 Jun 2026
King George River, Western Australia
01 Jul 2026
Vansittart Bay, Western Australia
02 Jul 2026
Ashmore Reef, Australia
03 Jul 2026
Careening Bay, WA
04 Jul 2026
Swift Bay
05 Jul 2026
Hunter River, West Australia
06 Jul 2026
Collier Bay, Western Australia
07 Jul 2026
Collier Bay, Western Australia
08 Jul 2026
Lacepede Islands, Western Australia
09 Jul 2026
Broome, WA, Australia
 7:00 AM

All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

Please select your preferred category and cabin configuration/price. Then scroll down and select Continue to provide your contact details and preference. Our cruise specialists will check availability and respond to you as soon as possible.

Category Twin Per Person     Single Per Person
Superior Stateroom
   
Prestige Deck 4
   
Prestige Deck 5
   
Prestige Deck 6
   
Deluxe Suite
   

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For your serenity, PONANT organises your transfer between the port and the airport. This package is included in your cruise fare.Disembarkation day – BroomeDisembarkation.Meet and greet at the port by our local representative, and group transfer from the port to the airport or the hotel The Mangrove (or similar).For guests who have an afternoon flight, enjoy time at leisure at the hotel The Mangrove (or similar) before your group transfer to the airport.Please note:

Local English-speaking assistance will be provided.

To anticipate your group transfer upon disembarkation, please inform your travel agent about your departure flight details.

This programme is subject to change.

Designed in 2013 and loyal to the PONANT spirit, Le Soléal like her sisterships embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is Ponant’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites)make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.

Interior Design:
With her fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white, Le Soléal presents references to a nautical theme.

Ship Profile & Stats

  • Length: 142 metres
  • Maiden Voyage: 2013
  • Passenger Capacity (dbl): 264
  • Officer Nationality: French
  • Ship Registration: France

Ship Amenities

  • Individually Controlled Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Mini Bar
  • Flat screen satellite Television
  • iPod Players
  • Video on Demand
  • In Room Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Direct-dial telephone
  • 110/220 volts outlet
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Internet Access Wifi

Ship Facilities

  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Main Lounge
  • Boutique’s
  • Medical Centre
  • Theatre
  • Fitness Centre
  • Beauty Salon
  • Massage Rooms
  • Hair Salon
  • Swimming Pool
  • Grill Restaurant
  • Internet Station
  • Library
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Panoramic Terrace
  • Open Air Bar
  • Sun Deck

EXPERIENCE CRUISING ANOTHER WAY, DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF YACHT CRUISES.

Our mission is to transport you to mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small capacity ships.

To offer the delights of a French-inspired cuisine in an intimate environment – a discreet service where no attention to detail is spared – and unforgettable moments of relaxation on board elegant yachts of character.

To combine sophistication and conviviality, with priority given to authentic experiences, emotions and the ongoing quest for excellence.

Yacht cruises: more than a cruise, a privilege…

Attentive, professional, discreet and elegant, the fully bilingual service on board will meet your every desire. Our unique atmosphere is filled with a signature sentiment: a warm welcome from an experienced crew who are passionate about what they do, in the tradition of private yachting.

In the dining areas, our gourmet cuisine is worthy of top fine dining restaurants: exquisite wines are available, and menus are created with expertise by our skilled chefs with a French-inspired menu enhanced by specialties from our various ports of call.

Pleasure, enrichment, discovery: relax – we take care of everything…

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* Unless otherwise noted all pricing is on a per person twin share basis. All prices based on cash payment - credit card fees may apply. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Special conditions may apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Any pricing not in Australian Dollars will be converted on the day of payment into the relevant currency based on our daily rate of exchange. Please note that many of the prices shown on this website are not shown in real time. Whilst we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ slightly from the live prices in our booking system. All pricing and offers are subject to availability at time of booking. Whilst all information is correct at the time of publication, offers are subject to change. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Please submit any data errors/omissions you may notice on this site.

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