CRUISE INFORMATION
9 Day Broome to the Mitchell Plateau with scenic helicopter flight over the Mitchell Plateau and scenic air charter back to Broome. 15 August to 23 August 2010 with Odyssey Expeditions.
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE CRUISE
• Talbot Bay - Horizontal Waterfalls, Tawny Grey Nurse Sharks and sunset cocktails along Cyclone Creek
• Silica Beach – Walking on the white squeaky sand
• Red Cone Creek – Swimming at Ruby Falls
• Raft Point – Viewing the Aboriginal rock art and enjoying the view
• Montgomery Reef – Turtle spotting and watching the reef as it rises
• Sale River – Lots of fishing
• Prince Regent River – Mt Trafalgar, Mt Waterloo and Kings Cascade
• Sampson Inlet – Sheep Island, resting place of Mary Jane Pascoe
• Hunter River –Indian Head
• Careening Bay – Mermaid Tree
• Porosous Creek – Mud Crabbing!!
• Mitchell Plateau – Scenic helicopter flight over the Plateau
ACCOMMODATION
I stayed in a twin share cabin on the lower deck. The bed was super comfortable and there is ample storage space for luggage. Fresh towels are provided and also chocolate treats!! We were each given an Odyssey cruise diary and Odyssey water bottle to take on our excursions. Although the rooms do not feature ensuites, there are 4 very spacious toilets and showers which I found to be much more comfortable than a small ensuite cubicle so definately do not consider this as a negative, they were kept clean and fresh at all times and are located very close to the cabins.
FOODThe food was absolutely delicious, fresh, tasty & plentiful with lots of special treats - particularly the sticky date pudding that Amber the wonder chef is famous for!! We had our fair share of fish (the biggest one caught by me I might add) which was cooked to perfection, gourmet salads, home made lasagne, steak, berry cheesecake......so much to mention, you'll have to find out for yourself!!
IN SUMMARY
I highly recommend this cruise for people looking for some real Kimberley adventure and activity. There is plenty of opportunity for swimming in waterholes, bush walking, fishing, wildlife watching, photography or simply lazing back on deck, glass in hand. The crew are very enthusiastic and interactive with a wealth of local knowledge and experience. I would also highly recommend this vessel for group charters of up to 20 passengers. The layout is perfect with wide open decks and dedicated accommodation decks.
If you would like to find out more about what Odyssey Expeditions can offer, give Broome & The Kimberley Holidays a call on 1300 245 565