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Walk the Great Ocean on this three day long weekend escape. Unwine on the coastal trails of the Great Ocean Road and the Great Otways National Park, one of Australia's most epic coastlines. Indulge your senses on the ever-changing terrain and dedicated walking tracks ending at the iconic Twelve Apostles, knowing foot spas, wine by the outdoor fire pit and long table dinners at nightfall with your fellow walkers awaits at the day’s end.
Just two and a half hours from Melbourne, you can be in remote wilderness and tick off a world walking icon on the Great Ocean Walk. In three days and over 32km, marvel at the rugged coastline, ever-changing terrain, and dedicated walking trails, ending at the iconic Twelve Apostles. Great Ocean Twelve Apostles Walk highlights the best and most remote sections of the trail known as the Great Ocean Walk. Explore marine sanctuaries, wild coastal walks, old-growth rainforests and beaches that are as remote as they are empty.
Accompanied by guides who are committed to providing you the best Australian walking experience, you will be safely escorted along the trail, hearing stories of shipwrecks and adventure while facing the wild Southern Ocean head on. The team is complemented by an onsite chef, showcasing fabulous regional food and, of course, some of Victoria's best wines. On the final day, walk into the Twelve Apostles - one of Australia's coastal icons.
Unique to Great Ocean Twelve Apostles Walk is the exclusive hiking lodge, built to be your home away from home. Relax for two nights at our hiker-only eco lodge with ensuite bathrooms. Great Ocean Twelve Apostles Walk allows only ten guests at a time to experience this unique Advanced Eco-Certified journey, purposely limited to ensure sustainable trail use and exclusive guest experiences.
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Set deep in the wilderness of Zambia’s oldest and largest national park, this remote river safari lodge is set on a private concession on the Kafue River, known as one of the best rivers in Africa. Set on 143 hectares in a private concession and raised above the ground on a picturesque stretch of the Kafue River adjoining the Kafue Park, this oasis makes a perfect home to unwind and simply live in the wild heartbeat of Africa. Stay in one of just 6 tented chalet or a family house with indoor and outdoor showers, or make it memorable with a stylish sleepout on 3 Tonga tree baskets. All accommodation options offer scenic views of the Kafue River, are replete with essential amenities, and intentionally designed for supreme comfort. Away from the lodge, private campsites are available for those who long for intimacy with nature. Relish the tastes of African sensational classics, Mediterranean and Zambian dishes prepared by elite chefs Lizzy and Wilna. The bulk of ingredients infused into the meal creation is sourced locally to promote small-scale agricultural businesses by locals. Participate in an array of activities well-planned for your wholesome immersion into the wildlife and true African experience. Thanks to the Kafue River, its many channels, rapids, and islands, many river-based activities abound here. Boat cruises for sighting hippos and watching bathing elephants, canoeing, recreational fishing, birding, and river trail hikes are thrilling on the river. More importantly, game drives is the highlight of a stay at this lodge as you come up close with endangered species of wildlife roaming in their pristine ecosystem. Trekking through the neighbouring rural area, visiting a local school, and taking long walks to other flowing rivers and magnificent rocks are also part of the experience for a full immersion into your surroundings.
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Uncover Queensland’s Scenic Rim Trail on this 4D3N Ultimate Summit to Summit hiking adventure. Traverse into the diverse natural landscapes of Australia from majestic rainforests to ancient volcanic plateaus in the foothills of the World Heritage Listed, Main Range National Park. Journey through the spectacular treasures of the Scenic Rim by day while staying in an award-winning lodge experience. Reward yourself daily with an all-inclusive gastronomic menu that showcases the very best of fresh, local produce grown onsite or in the community.
This exhilarating 4 days wilderness experience starts in the foothills of South East Queensland’s Main Range National Park. Renowned for its breathtaking and diverse natural landscape of collection of rugged mountain escarpments, forests and ancient volcanic plateaus. Uncover intimate Australian wilderness from a 4WD sunset tour to guided walks to the summits of twin peaks, Mt Mitchell, an extinct volcano, and Mt Cordeaux. This walk showcases a relatively untouched and undiscovered part of Queensland that most people are yet to truly discover, the Scenic Rim. Led by experienced guides, you will journey through a region that contains more than 30,000 hectares of parkland and uncover an abundance of seasonal flora and fauna. Your local guides will bring the trail to life, describing the traditions of the region’s indigenous inhabitants.
Stay in an award-winning mountain lodge with luxury suite style accommodation at Spicers Peak Lodge. Located in Queensland’s Scenic Rim, overlooking the World Heritage Listed Main Range National Park, the Great Dividing Range and close to the Granite Belt wine region. Each day indulge in fresh regional produce and indulge in contemporary Australian gourmet dining experience at the height if luxury.
This tour includes 3-nights' luxury accommodation, all meals and 3-days of guided touring.
The Scenic Rim is a regional Australian paradise waiting to be explored. This Ultimate Luxury Summit to Summit Hike is yours to experience with this unique 4-day package. Escape the crowds, immerse yourself in nature and treat yourself to a true and off the beaten track Australian bush adventure.
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Discover a world of Indigenous art from the Top End to the Tip, with this unforgettable 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Coral Discoverer from Darwin to Cairns. This cruise is perfect for those wanting to gain a greater understanding and appreciation of Indigenous art, while experiencing the natural beauty of Australia’s northern coastline.
Ready to tackle some of Australia’s most remote landscapes? Embarking from Darwin, Northern Territory, this immersive cruise aboard Coral Discoverer takes you far beyond the crowds to the rarely seen Arnhem Land, Cape York and Torres Strait Islands. Arnhem Land is one of Australia’s last true wilderness areas, while Cape York – aka the Tip - is home to 1,200-kilometres of untamed, World Heritage-listed, 180-million-year-old rugged rainforest. The Torres Strait Islands, meanwhile, comprise almost 300 islands dotted across the narrow stretch of water between Cape York and Papua New Guinea.
Each stop throughout your journey is an opportunity to experience the creative expression of one of the world’s oldest cultures and hear their stories. Discover one of Australia’s oldest and most artistically diverse art centres on the Tiwi Islands. Admire exquisite bark paintings and weavings that represent 12 language areas in Maningrida. Marvel at exquisite hand-print textiles made by local women in Babbarra. Witness the traditional and contemporary blend of Torres Strait art forms. See rock art from the contact period at rugged Stanley Island. Onboard, you will also have the opportunity to create your own unique pieces with art workshops in totem carving, weaving, lino cutting and print making.
Led by an Indigenous or Torres Strait Island artist, this once-in-a-lifetime expedition cruise includes 11-nights aboard Coral Discoverer on a twin share basis. This luxurious 72 passenger vessel is purpose-built to take you closer to unspoilt vistas in comfort, style and safety. Her shallow draught and manoeuvrability allow her to reach some of Australia’s most remote and rarely visited coastlines, while her tender vessel, Xplorer, can seat all 72 passengers for excursions to rivers and beaches.
All meals are included onboard. The approach to cuisine is about simplicity and generosity, creating dishes bursting with flavour made from fresh ingredients sourced locally and sustainably wherever possible. Activities and experiences are also included as per the itinerary. An expert crew are at your service at all times.
Embark on the ultimate Indigenous art cruise experience, with 12-days aboard Coral Discoverer from Darwin to Cairns. This expedition will provide insight into the skills, stories, and creative legacy of the north Australian communities you visit.
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Get a taste of Fiordland's greatest on this thrilling 3-day adventure through Fiordland’s iconic landscapes, with a small group of just 12 or fewer, ensuring a personalised and intimate experience. Hike the renowned Milford and Routeburn Tracks, then soar above it all on a heli-hike across the Kepler Track. With diverse terrain from native forests to snow-capped mountains and vast fiords, this journey showcases the very best of Fiordland’s natural beauty. Conclude your epic exploration with a scenic cruise through the breathtaking Milford Sound. Experience three world-class Great Walks of New Zealand, each offering its own spectacular views, making this the ultimate hiking adventure in New Zealand.
Your adventure begins in Queenstown where you will be whisked away with a scenic helicopter ride to Mount Luxmore on the Kepler Track, where you’ll explore alpine tussocks and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Afterward, descend through beech forest and limestone bluffs to Brod Bay, with stunning stops for photos and birdwatching. The next day continue with a guided walk to Giant Gate Waterfall on the Milford Track, showcasing vibrant rainforests and diverse wildlife. Then, hike to Key Summit on the Routeburn Track, ascending through lush rainforest to breathtaking alpine vistas. Conclude your epic adventure with a scenic Milford Sound cruise, offering spectacular views of towering cliffs, waterfalls, and glaciers. This immersive journey combines world-class hiking with unforgettable landscapes and luxury experiences, making it the ultimate Fiordland exploration.
This package includes 2 nights' accommodation at a luxury hotel on a twin share basis. All meals as specified are included as well as guided walks each day with local guides who will bring the trails to life.
Taste the very best of Fiordland on this intimate walking adventure showcasing the very best of New Zealand’s Great Walks that will leave you wanting more.
A perfect Pacific Northwest story awaits! Write a new chapter in your adventure memoir by exploring the waterways, lush forests, and misty trails of the mesmerising Olympic Peninsula and Vancouver Island. Immerse yourself in the captivating natural wonders of this 6-day hiking adventure filled with enough awe-inspiring moments to fill a storybook. Hike Washington’s Olympic National Park and marvel at sublime marine life, all on an adventure of a lifetime—your “once upon a time” starts here.
Your exciting adventure begins in Seattle, where we take the ferry to Bremerton and journey across Puget Sound. Hike through old-growth forests, catching views of Hood Canal. Visit the Olympic National Park for a hike along Hurricane Ridge, one of the park’s most notable vantage points. Explore a verdant rainforest and discover Sol Duc Falls. Spend the afternoon as you please at our lakeside lodge. Ride a scenic ferry into Canada, making the second part of your Pacific Northwest adventure. Enjoy an afternoon paddle through the Chain Islets and hike along a lush forested trail to the top of Mount Work. Discover the Victorian architecture and upscale shops of charming Oak Bay Village. Choose whether to join a historic walking tour of Victoria before returning to the hotel where your trip ends.
This package includes 5 nights of accommodations in comfortable hotels on a twin-share basis. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average of 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. With multiple walking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style; walk in true comfort.
Embrace a peaceful escape into nature on this 6-day walking and hiking tour. Discover the wild charm of the Pacific coast as you wander through verdant landscapes and tranquil shores, with each path inviting you to slow down and savour the allure of the region.
A horizon-expanding on an 8-day multi adventure; hike, bike and kayak New Zealand’s diverse North Island from rolling green hills to volcanic landscapes and endless coastlines that will leave you enchanted. From Auckland, Rotorua, Cathedral Cove, Lake Taupo to Hawke’s Bay and everything splendour in between; be left breathless in New Zealand’s raw natural wonders.
Your incredible odyssey begins at Auckland from where you shuttle to Coromandel Peninsula and take a brief van ride to Broken Hills Recreation Area. Hike past creeks, farmlands and discover an unchanging forest and valley. Paddle through white cliffs and watch as the whales, dolphins grace their habitat. Traverse suspension bridges and uncover the historic gold-mining area. Cherish the astonishing views of rainforests filled with leafy tree ferns. Admire fascinating view of an incredible landscape that lies over a volcanic fault line. Engage in a breathtaking bungee-jumping exercise off a 49 m (160 ft) high cliff. Hike the scenic Tongariro National Park and appreciate the picturesque view of the sequestered lake Rotopounamu. Treasure wonderful scenery of Huka falls and Waikato River. Ride in the shadow of Te Mata Peak and appreciate the beautiful sight of the Cape Kidnappers. Task yourself with an invigorating climb to the top of Te Mata Peak, adore its stunning views of ocean and countryside before shuttling to Napier Airport where your inspiring journey ends.
This luxury package includes 7 nights’ accommodation in luxury hotels on a twin share basis. All meals and transfer as specified are included. You will be escorted by two support vans and three tour leaders on each departure for an average 6:1 guest-to-leader ratio. With multiple walking options to choose from each day accommodating varied activity levels and giving you the freedom to enjoy the best of a region at your own pace. An experience tailored to suit your priorities and personal style, walk in true comfort.
Immerse into the great outdoors and unearth the best of New Zealand’s North Island. Where nature’s secrets are waiting to be discovered, escape to the raw and intimate wonders of this part of the world. A perfect voyage for the nature enthusiast seeking adventure in all its sense for an ultimate hiking, biking and kayaking kiwi adventure.
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Traverse the entire Kimberley Coast in style and comfort aboard the Kimberley Quest II, on this all-inclusive, 14-day, luxury adventure cruise from Broome to Wyndham. This ultimate wilderness voyage operates just after the Kimberley wet season, which brings new life and spectacular waterfalls from March through to June.
There is nothing quite as immersive, invigorating, profound and peaceful as a Kimberley Coast cruise. Here, in one of the oldest and largest landscapes on Earth, is a largely untouched wilderness of striking contrasts, with 1,200-kilometres (746mi) of sheer cliffs, pristine white sands and clear turquoise waters teeming with marine life. The Southern Coast will wow with prolific islands, inlets and pockets of rainforest home to many species of birds and other wildlife, while the Northern Coast is sure to impress with broad rivers, extensive waterfalls, incredible Aboriginal rock art and fascinating World War II history.
Departing from Broome, head north to discover a land of extraordinary colour and contrast. Cruise iconic rivers including the Prince Regent, Mitchell, Drysdale and Berkeley. Navigate the thousand islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago. Get up close to the astonishing “sideways” Horizontal Falls and the 4-tiered Mitchell Falls. Witness mammoth tides at the world’s largest inland reef, Montgomery Reef. Fish for the legendary Barramundi. Marvel at ancient Aboriginal rock art. Journey through time from the Macassan traders to the European explorers to World War II. Observe local wildlife – Including crocodiles, dolphins and Humpback Whales – in their natural habitats. All these must-see sights and experiences are interspersed with the Kimberley’s most remote and unspoilt beaches, coves, islands and waterways. You will feel as if you are the first person to leave a footprint.
When you’re not busy exploring, rest and relax onboard the Kimberley Quest II. Catering to a maximum of just 18 passengers in large, ensuite guestrooms, this 25-metre luxury vessel is purpose-built to travel where others cannot and is equipped with 3 expedition tenders and a jet boat to ensure no stone is left unturned. Enjoy a range of pre-existing and tailormade itineraries to cater for every fitness level and personal interest. Indulge in delicious modern Australian cuisine, curtesy of the onboard chef. Whatever your interests and style, the dedicated and friendly onboard crew have you covered.
This all-inclusive luxury adventure cruise includes 13-nights aboard Kimberley Quest II on a twin share basis. All meals, activities and transfers are included.
Get off the beaten track and leave no stone unturned with the Ultimate Quest. Cruising between Broome and Wyndham, this adventure really does have it all.
NOTE: This cruise also runs in reverse from Kununurra to Broome.
A heavenly retreat awaits at Coconut Grove Apartments Port Douglas - tropical north Queensland’s most impressive interpretation of luxurious accommodation.
Idyllically situated in cosmopolitan Macrossan Street, just 140 meters from magnificent Four-Mile Beach, divine views of rainforest and mountains can be enjoyed from a choice of 33 glamorous holiday apartments that come complete with their own outdoor entertaining terrace - extending seamlessly from sophisticated living areas - so self-contained, you will never want to leave.
Coconut Grove’s streetscape is dedicated to an up market selection of boutiques and eateries while at the very back, guests will luxuriate in the privacy of a sun-drenched swimming pool and outdoor entertaining and barbecue area.
Navigate Hooghly's embrace on this unique cruise, offering a return journey by rail for a touch of nostalgia. Unravel the river's stories from Farakka to Kolkata on a spellbinding 8 day cruise odyssey along the Lower Ganges. Explore Murshidabad's Nawab history, Gaur's Islamic gems and the venerable terracotta temples of Kalna and Baranagar; testaments to the grandeur of India's treasured legacy. Submit to a journey that blends tradition and charm.
Your journey begins with a 4 hours scenic train travel from Kolkata to Farakka where the opulent ABN Rajmahal waits for your grand cruise voyage. Dive into Gaur's historical embrace, its mosques and palaces echoing tales. Cruise through mornings, explore Jangipur's soul, and uncover treasures like Hazarduari Palace and the Katra Mosque. Khushbagh's Mughal garden cradles Nawab tombs, while Baranagar's terracotta temples charm. Witness brass mastery in Matiari, seek solace in Mayapur's ISKCON temple, and explore Kalna's quaint beauty. Hooghly's Imambara captivates, with landmarks like Semaphore Tower and the iconic Howrah Bridge painting a finale that completes your majestic tapestry in Kolkata.
In between adventures, nestle into the luxurious embrace of ABN Rajmahal as your cruising haven. Unwind in lavish cabins adorned with French balconies. Immerse yourself in pure bliss at the intimate onboard spa that offers a variety of rejuvenating treatments or find solace on the enchanting canopy-covered sundeck. With a saloon, bar, dining room, and air-conditioned rooms, the ABN Rajmahal caters to your every comfort.
The cruise package includes 7 nights' accommodation aboard a luxury vessel on a twin-share basis. All meals, excursions, and transfers are included as specified with an escort of an English-speaking guide.
Set out on a captivating odyssey along the legendary Hooghly River, immersing yourself in the enchanting tapestry that defines India's rich history. Step onto the magnificent ABN Rajmahal, where your dreams come alive during this unforgettable 8-day cruise.
This itinerary is for downstream cruising from Farakka to Kolkata. The cruise also has the upstream itinerary from Kolkata to Farakka. The available departures are for both routes. Please contact us for upstream and downstream itinerary departures.
NOTE: This itinerary, including the cruise and approximate driving durations, is subject to river and weather conditions.