Board Coral Adventurer at 4.00pm, where there is time to settle into your stateroom before our 5:00pm departure. As dusk falls meet your fellow travellers, the Captain and crew for the Captain’s Welcome Drinks.

The northern coastline of Kangaroo Island is a place where feelings of space and freedom fill the senses. Surrounded by the tallest cliffs in the Southern Hemisphere, today we snorkel in the clear turquoise waters of Kangaroo Island’s best loved beaches. Stroll onto the beach looking for penguins, dolphin pods and seals as we beachcomb along the way finding treasures and keepsakes.

Surrounded by sea and National Parks, today we discover the tranquil bays by taking a swim, snorkel, or kayak and enjoy the local marine life and water ways before finishing our day enjoying a once-in-a-lifetime culinary experience. Wade out into the water and taste fresh Pacific and the native Angasi oysters straight out of the sea and learn firsthand how to shuck an oyster. Throughout the day, learn about the history of Coffin Bay and the Oyster farming practices of the famous Coffin Bay Oyster. Prepare for a seafood tasting sensation!

Today we sail through the marine reserve of the Nuyts Archipelago, a group of some 30 islands and reefs lying on the eastern end of the Great Australian Bight, to observe and experience endangered and reintroduced species including Australian Sea Lions, brush tail bettongs, and greater stick nest rats in their native habitat.Once the location of whaling and sealing operations, today the Nuyts Archipelago is a Conservation Park whose mission is to conserve island populations and provide a habitat for endangered species. The region is biologically unique in South Australia due to the influence of the Leeuwin current, a warm body of tropical water flowing from Indonesia and creating a biodiversity hotspot. Keep your eyes peeled for birdlife including sea eagles, endangered Australian sea lions, blue penguins, fur seals and dolphins frolicking in our bow waves. These are the mythical isles immortalised by Irish satirist, Jonathon Swift in his book, Gulliver’s Travels, when he referred to the archipelago as being the site of Lilliputian, the land of the “Little People”.

Our crossing of the Great Australian Bight is an exciting moment for those who love the sea. This iconic marine area includes the Great Australian Bight Marine Park, which protects an area of global importance for endangered southern right whales. The whales gather close to the coast to calve and nurse their young between the months of June and October. These waters also support important populations of the endangered Australian sea lion, with up to 80% of the population found here. The seals haul out at the base of the 100-metre-high cliffs.

The wilderness of Cape Arid, nearly pristine due to its remoteness, is an important conservation area for 1100 species of plants and more than 160 bird species, many of which are threatened or endangered.Broad white beaches washed by blue seas create a beautiful vista at Yokinup Bay, an absolutely unmissable view. Here we will discover the Thomas River estuary for birdwatching – you might spot honeyeaters, pied oystercatchers and hooded plovers, among many others.In the heart of the Cape Arid wilderness is the Thomas Fishery, an 1870s whaling station where the whalers processed their catch. The station was set up here due to the abundance of southern right whales, which still gather close to shore to give birth and nurse their young. We may have the opportunity to visit the location, although little remains of the original station.

Cape Le Grand National Park’s massive granite peaks, rolling heathlands and curving white beaches are some of the most spectacular landscapes along the southern coast. Along quiet Lucky Bay, kangaroos are known to laze on the whitest sand in Australia. The turquoise water is wonderful for a quick swim, and if time permits, we will enjoy a moderate hike on part of the Le Grand Coastal trail. The Cape Le Grande coastal trail passes through beautiful coastal scenery, and the national park is home to pygmy possums, western grey kangaroos and many colourful native wildflowers.In the late afternoon, gather on the beach to take in the view and enjoy sunset drinks with the kangaroos.

This morning, we enter the Recherche Archipelago, a group of 105 islands and many more rocky outcrops. Here, many species of birds as well as sea lions and fur seals, come to breed. The islands are scattered across the blue water – a beautiful seascape when viewed from shore with turquoise waters washing against grey and tan-coloured granite.Here, we will land at Woody Island to explore. Located just 15km off the coast of Esperance, Woody Island’s stands of tall trees have given it its name. Surrounded by pristine, clear waters, you will have the opportunity to experience the snorkel trail in Shearwater Bay. The cool southern waters provide excellent visibility for your journey of discovery.There are several beautiful walks on the island, from easy to moderate, and you will appreciate the spectacular views across the archipelago along the way. For the bird lovers, a wide variety of bird life is sighted on the island, from land dwellers to those dependent on the sea. Spot Singing & New Holland Honeyeaters, Silvereyes, Red-eared Firetails, Rock Parrots and Sacred Kingfisher. While along the walk trails catch a glimpse of the Golden Whistlers, Brown Quails, Spotted Pardolalotes, Brush Bronzewings, Raptors and Fan Tailed Cuckoo.

The peaceful coastal town of Bremer Bay, population 230, is renowned for having some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Located on the edge of the Southern Ocean, these vast stretches of pristine white sand offer a peaceful spot to stroll or swim, especially in summer. Explore the variety of small and large beaches around the area, and spend your afternoon relaxing, swimming, or snorkelling in the clear blue waters.The genuine pristine surroundings and deep peacefulness, along with the opportunity to observe the unique flora of the area and possibly witness some the abundant marine life in the bay, makes Bremer Bay a true highlight on our voyage.

This morning we arrive in Albany, the oldest colonial settlement in Western Australia, predating Perth and Fremantle by over two years. Albany is also well known for being the departure point of troop ship convoys bound for the First World War in December 1914, and the historic city overlooks the still waters of Princess Royal Harbour and the whale-filled bay of King George Sound.Located on Western Australia’s ‘Rainbow Coast’ region, Albany is fringed by ancient forests, pristine beaches and a magnificent rocky coast (Rocks at Torndirrup National Park are known to have once connected to Antarctica). This morning we will enjoy a choice between the whaling station tour on the edge of the beautiful Torndirrup National Park, or the Point Possession Heritage Trail along the cliffs above Whaling Cove to enjoy magnificent views of Albany and Frenchman Bay. In the afternoon, spend time in Albany to discover the historical sites including the Brig Amity Replica, Albany Convict Gaol Museum, and Museum of the Great Southern.

Augusta is the most south-western town in Australia and is nearby to the towering karri timber of Boranup Forest and spectacular Jewel Cave. The south west coast was first seen by explorers in 1622 from the Dutch ship Leeuwin. Then expeditions by French explorers De Freycinet, D’Entrecasteaux, Baudin and Hamelin sighted the coast in the late 18th to early 19th century.Captain Matthew Flinders charted the south west coast from 1801 to 1803 and proved that Cape Leeuwin was part of the mainland. With the arrival of settlers, Augusta was founded in 1830. The subsequent increase in ship traffic over the next few decades led to the construction of the impressive Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse 1896.Here, we will climb Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, the tallest lighthouse on mainland Australia overlooking the point where the mighty Southern and Indian Oceans collide. We will also visit Jewel Cave, an awe-inspiring and extremely well decorated cave, containing many beautiful examples of delicate helictites, cave coral, pendulites, a very large stalagmite called ‘The Karri Forest’, and beautiful examples of flowstone such as ‘The Frozen Waterfall’ and ‘the Organ-pipes’. Remarkably, fossilised remains of several Tasmanian Tigers have been discovered within Jewel Cave, more than 3000 years after the thylacine became extinct on mainland Australia.In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the town before re-joining Coral Adventurer.

Hamelin Bay is located on the southwest coast on a serene open sandy bay, famous for the abundance of stingrays which frequent the bay. Snorkel with these friendly giant rays, which can measure up to 2 meters wide, and love to swim up close to snorkellers. With clear and calm water, this is a great snorkel spot for all levels to enjoy interesting fish and plant life in the bay, and some great rocks and shipwrecks further out for those more confident in the water.After a morning in the water there will also be time for the bird enthusiasts on a walk to the nearby freshwater lake to look for water birds including the Grey Teal, Purple Swamphen and Grebes. We will also visit the beach for possible sightings of the Hooded Plover.A quintessential Western Australian destination, Margaret River is flanked with national parks including towering forests, pristine coastlines, and rugged granite outcrops. Spend the afternoon enjoying this beautiful countryside of the Margaret River region as we relax on a luxury coach tour of the wineries in this area. Enjoy tastings and cellar-door visits to some of the leading Margaret River wineries.

Cape Naturaliste is the northernmost point of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste Ridge, located on the western edge of Geographe Bay. As part of the Leeuwin-Naturaliste National Park, the Cape is known for its spectacular coastal scenery and some of the best walking tracks in the Margaret River Region.Today we will spend the day exploring these walking trails, with options to suit all levels. Visit the Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse before spending some free time in the charming town of Dunsborough.In the afternoon we visit the stunning Meelup Beach for some sunbathing and swimming, followed by sunset drinks on the beach.In 1801, French navigator Nicolas Baudin stopped here during his explorations of Australia and left his mark on the region at Geographe Bay, named after his flagship Geographe and Cape Naturaliste, after the ship Naturaliste.

Arrive in Fremantle at 7:30am for an 8:30am disembarkation.

Itineraries are subject to change.