Get all your information on Olivia's Australia's Kimberley Coast Adventure Cruise.
About Our Destination
Climate
August is generally a mild temperature month. Temperatures range from low to mid 80°F (27° C) during the day and mid 50°F (10° C) during the night. Check www.weather.com for the most current weather.
Currency
The official currency is the Australian dollar. Be sure there are no tears or writing on the bills
Activity Level
Activity Level
This unique adventure trip can accommodate guests with limited mobility, including those who use canes for light walking assistance. All guests must be able to walk up and down stairs independently. Maximum walking distance on shore excursions is approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) and involves walking on rocky boulders or uneven terrain, gentle hiking uphill and getting in and out of tender boats from the ship to shore. This trip is not suitable for scooters or wheelchairs.
Guests with limited mobility can enjoy whale watching from the ship as well as coastal cruises on the Xplorer tender boats as an alternative to more challenging land-based excursions. The Xplorer tender boats are purpose-built for comfortable coastal cruising, with covered tops, toilets and microphones onboard. These scenic coastal cruises provide iconic views and are enjoyable for photographers, nature lovers, and geology enthusiasts.
Before Your Trip
Cancellation Policy
Unexpected events can cause you to cancel your vacation. Because we are committed to this charter, we must strictly adhere to our cancellation policy as outlined in our Olivia Terms & Conditions.
Transfer funds are nonrefundable and nontransferable from the point of sale forward.
Celebrations — Birthdays, Anniversaries, Honeymoons, and more
If you will have a birthday or celebration during your vacation and have not already informed your Olivia Travel Consultant, please let us know as soon as possible, but no less than 90 days prior to the trip.
You can register at Olivia Honeymoon Wishes for your honeymoon, anniversary, or other special celebration; browse through the selections and let your friends know just how easy it is for them to purchase a gift for you.
Connect with Other Guests — Join the Facebook Group
If you'd like to chat with people who are going on the trip, join 2026 Kimberley Coast Adventure Cruise Facebook Group.
Passport and Visa
All guests are required to have a passport. Passports must be valid for three to six months after your return date, please confirm requirements with your country’s consulate. US citizens are required to obtain an Australian Visa or other applicable visa. If you are not a US citizen, please check visa requirements with your country’s consulate and the consulates of the countries you’ll be visiting.
Specific Needs—Dietary, Medical, and Mobility
If you have any medical, mobility needs, or specific dietary requirements that you have not already advised your travel consultant, please advise us of this information as soon as possible but no less than 90 days prior to the trip. Guests with complex food allergies and/or needs can be accommodated with enough advance notice.
Travel Insurance
Olivia recommends that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your trip investment against the unexpected. Visit our Insurance page olivia.com/travel-insurance for more information.
For a travel insurance quote, more information, or to purchase a protection plan, please call Olivia at 800-631-6277 and select option 1 for a travel consultant.
Vaccinations
Please check with your local Public Health Department or personal physician regarding immunization requirements for all countries on your itinerary. You may also check the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s website at: www.cdc.gov. Just click on “Traveler’s Health” followed by “Vaccinations.”
2026 KIMBERLEY ISLANDS ADVENTURE CRUISE |
START DATE | END DATE | FEE |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cancellation 365 days or more prior to trip date | 8/4/2025 | 50% of trip cost | |
| Cancellation 0-364 days prior to trip date | 8/5/2025 | 8/4/2026 | 100% of trip cost (no refund) |
Travel & Arrival
Air Travel
Airports
You will need to fly into Broome International Airport (BME) and out of Darwin International Airport (DRW). We encourage all guests to arrive a day early to avoid the stress of unexpected delays.
Airfare Discounts
Save up to 15% on your airfare through our partner airlines. Please visit our airfare discount page for the most up-to-date information.
Flight Arrival and Departure Times
ARRIVAL: We strongly recommend arriving at Broome International Airport (BME) by 12 pm on Monday, August 3, 2026 to avoid any travel disruptions due to potential delays. Please ensure your arrival at BME is no later than 12 pm on August 4th.
DEPARTURE: Please book your departing flights from Darwin International Airport (DRW) after 2 pm on the day of disembarkation, August 14, 2026.
Luggage Allowances
While there is no luggage limit on the cruise itself, airlines often restrict (or charge) for excess baggage. Because each airline is different, and the regulations change over time, please check with your airline for baggage allowances.
Transfers and Meeting up with Olivia
Check-in and Getting to Your Ship
Transfers to the check-in location are not included. More information about check-in time and location for embarkation will be shared approximately 30 days prior to sailing.
During your trip
Electricity
The standard voltage in Australia and aboard the Coral Geographer is 220/250v, 50 Hz AC (standard Australian 3 pin plug). A slanted 2-pin adapter plug will work, however, with the 3rd pin missing, the item will not be grounded. Each stateroom oboard has a universal outlet. For international guests, a limited number of adapters are available on board, but it is recommended to bring your own for use while traveling.
Elevator
Coral Geographer is equipped with an elevator on all accommodation levels.
Gratuities
All gratuities are included. Tipping is not customary in Australia and is completely optional. Should you choose to recognize the service provided onboard, gratuities are payable to the Purser in cash for equal distribution to all crew.
Gym
Enjoy complimentary access to the onboard gym.
Internet & Mobile Phones
While sailing through remote areas, you may not have access to internet/mobile reception through your own provider for extended periods of time. Coral Geographer has state-of-the-art hardware connecting to Starlink and 4G networks, however remote area connectivity is not completely reliable. Internet access is best in public areas and not guaranteed in staterooms due to the steel structure of the ship.
Laundry Services
Basic laundering services are available on board for an extra charge.
Medical Services
There is no clinic or doctor onboard.
Money: On-Board Purchases
At the end of the voyage your onboard account may be settled in cash (Australian dollars) or by Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club or American Express. Travelers Cheques are not accepted.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is permitted only in the designated smoking area. There is a no smoking policy throughout the interior of the ship. There is a total smoking ban when travelling on tender vessels and refueling.
Solos
Solo travelers can mix and mingle with everyone. We often have a few independent travelers on trips of this size. We do not have an official Solos Coordinator or Solos program like on the bigger trips. Before the trip, you can start to meet other solo travelers online by joining Olivia's 2026 Kimberley Coast Adventure Cruise Facebook Group.
After Your Trip
Disembarkation & Transfers to the Airport
We will disembark in Darwin on the morning of Friday, August 14, 2026. Transfers to the airport are not included.
This unique adventure trip can accommodate guests with limited mobility, including those who use canes for light walking assistance. All guests must be able to walk up and down stairs independently. Maximum walking distance on shore excursions is approximately 1.2 miles (1.9 km) and involves walking on rocky boulders or uneven terrain, gentle hiking uphill and getting in and out of tender boats from the ship to shore. This trip is not suitable for scooters or wheelchairs. Guests with limited mobility can enjoy whale watching from the ship as well as coastal cruises on the Xplorer tender boats as an alternative to more challenging land-based excursions. The Xplorer tender boats are purpose-built for comfortable coastal cruising, with covered tops, toilets and microphones onboard. These scenic coastal cruises provide iconic views and are enjoyable for photographers, nature lovers, and geology enthusiasts.
Our Travel Consultants can be reached at USA or Canada: 800.631.6277 or International 415.962.5700, option 1.
