Discover Voyage Map inside ITINERARY: 35 NIGHTS DARWIN TO DARWIN

DAY 1: DEPART DARWIN DAY 18: MADANG Board your ship at 8:30am for a 10:00am departure. Meet and Explore Madang on a tour of the Madang Haus Museum,S the mingle with fellow guests as we cross the . Coastwatchers monument, and Bil Bil Village - famous for it’s pottery. Divers may visit the great dive sites close by. DAY 2: AT SEA - ARAFURA SEA Our guest lecturers will provide an introduction to Indonesian DAY 19: DREGERHAFEN culture. At sunset, attend the Captain’s Welcome Drinks. Dregerhafen is known for Tami bowls and timber paddles. Visit Gingala for a high-spirited welcome, before touring the village. DAY 3 & 4: BANDA ISLANDS Enjoy snorkelling, diving, and kayaking in the peaceful lagoon. An armada of traditional long canoes known as Kora Kora provide an impressive escort into Banda. Explore the town, and later the DAY 20: FLY ISLANDS & MOROBE ramparts of Fort Belgica provide the setting for our Bandanese Water activities on the vibrant Biangatu Reef start our day, then Feast under the stars. The following day, snorkel over the reef we cruise the Mou River to explore the local village and lagoon. that flourishes on Gunung Api’s historic lava flow. DAY 21: BUNA DAY 5: SEBAKOR BAY Walk through the jungle to discover fascinating WWII history - Visit this remarkable bay, where waterfalls tumble directly into see relics and visit the war museum at Sanananda. the ocean, and explore with diving, snorkelling, and kayaking. DAY 22: TUFI DAY 6: ARGUNI Local guides will paddle us on outrigger canoes to their village in Friendly locals greet us and display cultural attractions including the rainforest. Be welcomed to rarely-visited Maclaren Harbour dances, music, and handcrafts. With refreshments of fresh with dances, demonstrations and traditional crafts. coconut in hand, tour the village with local guides. Then journey DAY 23: DOBU & FERGUSSON ISLANDS by zodiac to see the ancient ‘blood paintings’ at Roefroefoea. Join a walk to Dei Dei Hot Springs, and share the mythical and DAY 7: MISOOL spiritual tales of the springs. At Dobu Island, learn about the Kula Misool is an unspoiled paradise with aquamarine waters fringed Ring before a snorkel over the incredible Bubbling Springs Reef. by towering karst cliffs and flourishing with coral and marine life. DAY 24: SEWA BAY Swim in exquisite lagoons and explore the coast by kayak. Cruise into beautiful Sewa Bay and be welcomed by Pwanapwana DAY 8: KOFIAU Primary school. See traditional war dances and share a morning The 43 islands of Kofiau offer a wealth of nature. At the village, tea of pineapple, coconut milk, and sugar bananas. witness traditional food preparation and join in the celebration of DAY 25: BONA BONA ISLAND Buka Sasi! End the day with snorkelling and birdwatching. At these small islands, have the opportunity to relax and take DAY 9: WAYAG ISLAND in your surroundings: a wonderful reef & beach where we may The jewel in the crown of Raja Ampat, picturesque gumdrop enjoy diving, snorkelling, swimming, and birdwatching. karsts are the backdrop for this paradise on earth and the DAY 26: HALL SOUND underwater world is rightly famous. Discover it all with Many rivers run from the mountains into Hall Sound, with historic snorkelling, diving, and kayaking opportunities. For the hikers, a Yule Island providing shelter from the Coral Sea. Here, explore walk up Mt Pindito rewards with remarkable views. the sound and enjoy an enthusiastic Central Province welcome. DAY 10: AMSTERDAM ISLAND DAY 27: KEREMA Here, the sandy underwater slopes loom with glorious wrecks of Explore the Gulf Province capital, and enjoy cultural experiences. ships drowned during WWII, creating coral gardens for snorkelers and divers to explore. Leatherback turtles also nest here. DAY 28: AT SEA - TORRES STRAIT DAY 11: ROON ISLAND DAY 29: MERAUKE A Japanese Zero plane wreck provides a target for snorkellers Visit the Wasur National Park, the ‘Serengeti of ’. See Blue and divers. Afterwards, visit Yende for music and dancing. Marsh Lake, home to many birds, wallabies and cassowaries, and the giant ant nest formations known as Musamus. DAY 12 & 13: CENDERAWASIH BAY & KWATISORE We spend two mornings searching for and swimming with the DAY 30: AT SEA - ARAFURA SEA gentle whale sharks. Visit Kwatisore to shop at the markets and DAY 31: AGATS be entertained by the string band and ‘bird-of-paradise’ dance. As we arrive, an armada of war-canoes surrounds us, rowed DAY 14: powerfully by Asmat warriors. The Asmat women greet us at The Mamberamo River is regarded as the Amazon of the East, Syuru village, then we are invited into the ‘Men’s House’ to home to remote tribes. This is a Expedition destination. experience sculptures in the renowned Asmat tradition. DAY 15: JAYAPURA DAY 32: AT SEA - ARAFURA SEA Visit Asei Village at Sentani Lake and be greeted by enthusiastic DAY 33: TRITON BAY costumed dancers. View and perhaps purchase paintings on bark Triton Bay is a rarely visited paradise, with karst formations for which Lake Sentani is famous. to rival Raja Ampat’s beauty. Multitudes of fish and coral reefs DAY 16: WEWAK flourish in the tropical waters. Here, enjoy water activities or Enjoy a WWII history tour with local guides, which takes us to explore along the coast to sight pre-historic cliff carvings. Wewak Hill Lookout, the ANZAC Memorial, Mission Hill, and also DAY 34: KEI ISLANDS to see the local craft markets. Relax on the postcard beaches of Kei Island to reflect on your DAY 17: SEPIK RIVER incredible journey. At first light we enter the mighty Sepik River to visit the remote DAY 35: AT SEA villages of Bien or Kopar, known for their arts and crafts. This evening, cruise past the active Manam Motu volcano at sunset. DAY 36: ARRIVE DARWIN Arrive into Darwin at 10:30am to disembark at 12:00pm. 1

2 THE CORAL ADVENTURER Our brand-new vessel, the Coral Adventurer, will be your home for this extraordinary voyage. With just 120 guests in 60 staterooms, her relaxed and intimate atmosphere makes you feel at home. Share the experience of navigation with a visit to our open bridge or share stories with new friends at the 3 wine-tasting table in the Dining Room. Spacious bar and lounge areas provide relaxation and time to connect, and all Explorer Deck and Bridge Deck staterooms and Expedition Highlights suites offer private balconies. Coral Adventurer is purpose-built for comfortable ocean > Indulge in a Bandanese feast under the stars on the voyages and for exploring remote areas inaccessible ramparts of historic Fort Belgica, Banda Neira to larger cruise ships. With dual Xplorer tenders and > Climb Mt Pindito for a stunning view over the Wayag Islands six zodiacs, our unique hydraulic platform enables easy walk-on boarding for shore excursions. She is > Slip into Raja Ampat’s lagoons for spectacular underwater Australian flagged and crewed, so you can expect discovery. the highest standard of service, environmental > Swim with the majestic whale sharks of Cenderawasih Bay responsibility, and the intimate and personal experience > Visit two of ’s great rivers – the Sepik River and of small-ship cruising. the Mamberamo River > Snorkel and dive at incredible pristine locations - Raja Ampat, Triton Bay, the Fly Islands and Tufi Fjords > Encounter the Asmat warriors at Agats > Witness the immense diversity of cultures throughout your voyage > Enjoy an intimate and up close experience as you are welcomed to local villages and explore isolated places

DEPARTURE & FARES

35 Nights - Departs: 02 Oct 2020 from Darwin aboard Coral Adventurer Bridge Deck Bridge Deck Explorer Promenade Coral Balcony Suite Stateroom Deck Deck Deck Twin Share $39,720 $34,420 $31,780 $26,480 $25,150 Sole Use n/a n/a $47,670* $39,720* $37,725* 4 17 Nights Half Circumnavigation - Departs: 02 Oct 2020 from Darwin Bridge Deck Bridge Deck Explorer Promenade Coral IMAGES ∏ 1 Warm welcome in Papua New Guinea | 2 Coral Adventurer Balcony Suite Stateroom Deck Deck Deck 3 View from Mt Pindito, Raja Ampat | 4 Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom Twin Share $21,480 $18,620 $17,190 $14,320 $13,590 Sole Use n/a n/a $25,785* $21,480* $20,385* Prices are per person, listed in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST. *Limited sole use occupancy available. 18 Nights Half Circumnavigation - Departs: 19 Oct 2020 from Madang This expedition is crafted by our experienced Expedition Team to take Bridge Deck Bridge Deck Explorer Promenade Coral advantage of the best weather conditions or community requirements. Balcony Suite Stateroom Deck Deck Deck Therefore, some variation to the itinerary may occur. Twin Share $22,650 $19,630 $18,120 $15,100 $14,350 Fares are inclusive of meals, drinks package, excursions, snorkelling, and Sole Use n/a n/a $27,180* $22,650* $21,525* lectures. Check our website for more detail.

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