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Whales and Trails of Western Australia - Small Ship Cruise


Long-awaited return to the remarkable Melanesian Islands through Papua New Guinea, the hidden Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu's ancient customs and traditions.



13 October, 2026 to 23 October, 2026
Coral Deck Stateroom $11,540 AUD pp
Coral Deck Staterooms are located below the Promenade Deck and are identically furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. A porthole window gives you views of the world outside. Coral Deck Staterooms are 17 square metres
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Promenade Deck Stateroom $13,280 AUD pp
Promenade Deck Staterooms are located below the Explorer deck and furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. A large picture window gives you wide views of the world outside. Promenade Deck Staterooms are 17 square metres
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Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom $17,840 AUD pp
Our Explorer Deck staterooms are comfortably furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. Your private balcony has seating for two from which to view the passing coastal vistas. These staterooms are located on the Explorer deck. Explorer Deck Balcony Staterooms are 21.4 square metres
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Bridge Deck Balcony Suite $20,990 AUD pp
Our six Bridge Deck Suites are spacious and elegant retreats after a busy day ashore. Suites are equipped with a lounge area, minibar and personal coffee machine. They have Junior King-sized beds. A 3.5 sq m private balcony has an outdoor daybed and lounge chair for two. A unique outside-facing bathroom with a horizon bath completes the experience. A complimentary minibar is replenished daily. Bridge Deck Balcony Suites are 37.5 square metres.
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14 October, 2027 to 24 October, 2027
Coral Deck Stateroom $10,990 AUD pp
Coral Deck Staterooms are located below the Promenade Deck and are identically furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. A porthole window gives you views of the world outside. Coral Deck Staterooms are 17 square metres
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Promenade Deck Stateroom $12,650 AUD pp
Promenade Deck Staterooms are located below the Explorer deck and furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. A large picture window gives you wide views of the world outside. Promenade Deck Staterooms are 17 square metres
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Explorer Deck Balcony Stateroom $16,990 AUD pp
Our Explorer Deck staterooms are comfortably furnished with a junior King size bed which can be separated into two singles. A wardrobe, desk and armchair are included. The compact ensuite has a toilet, shower and ample storage. Your private balcony has seating for two from which to view the passing coastal vistas. These staterooms are located on the Explorer deck. Explorer Deck Balcony Staterooms are 21.4 square metres
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Bridge Deck Balcony Suite $19,990 AUD pp
Our six Bridge Deck Suites are spacious and elegant retreats after a busy day ashore. Suites are equipped with a lounge area, minibar and personal coffee machine. They have Junior King-sized beds. A 3.5 sq m private balcony has an outdoor daybed and lounge chair for two. A unique outside-facing bathroom with a horizon bath completes the experience. A complimentary minibar is replenished daily. Bridge Deck Balcony Suites are 37.5 square metres.
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Whales and Trails of Western Australia - Small Ship Cruise itinerary:

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Day 1: Depart Fremantle | Walyalup

Arrive at Fremantle Berth C for boarding at 4:00pm, with time to settle into your stateroom. Take the time to become acquainted with all the facilities onboard. As dusk falls join guests and the friendly crew as we enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Drinks and sit down to the first of many delicious dinners.

Rottnest Island | Wadjemup

Meet the Whadjuk Noongar people, who have been on this land for over 30,000 years and join a guided walk to learn about seasonal life, culture, and welcome ceremony. Join a guided walk on the Wadjemup Bidi trails. Whale-watching hotspots on this stop include Cape Vlamingh and West End (conditions permitting).

Eagle Bay

Enjoy flexible exploration of Eagle Bay with two full days to walk Cape-to-Cape trail, with several opportunities to walk short, medium and long trails. In the afternoon, relax with sunset drinks as we cruise past Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.

Optional Extra: Whale-watching charter from Dunsborough (additional cost) offers closer and additional encounters.

Sea Day

Unwind after busy days ashore with time to relax on deck or in your stateroom. Join guest lectures from regional experts, enjoy a hosted wine tasting, and watch for whales from the ship as we cruise along the coast. Evenings bring good company, fine food, and the chance to slow down.

Albany | Kinjarling

Discover Western Australia’s oldest colonial town, rich with Minang Noongar heritage and maritime history. Learn how whaling shaped Albany’s past, then in free time explore bicentenary exhibitions, galleries, and cultural events. Stroll through wildflower displays and uncover stories linking land, sea, and community.

Point Ann & Whalebone Point

Walk the Point Ann Heritage Trail, or hike Mamang Trail and watch for whales from ashore and Xplorer tenders. Southern right whales are known to frequent in the area due to the sheltered bay. Enjoy snorkelling or kayak if conditions allow.

Cheynes Beach

Cheynes Beach is another hub for southern right whales, as well as various other marine species from early winter to late spring. Here, learn about groundbreaking whale migration research and the Mirnong Maat tagging project. On land, search for rare birdlife like the elusive noisy scrub-bird and join a coastal walk into the Arpenteur Nature Reserve.

Augusta

Wander beneath towering karri trees, the third tallest in the world on a guided loop walk through the Boranup Forest. During Kambarang, the ‘season of rebirth’, the forest bursts to life with wildflowers.

Busselton | Undalup

As one of Western Australia’s oldest settlements, Busselton is a hub for food, wines and spirits. Ride the small train or walk the iconic 1.8km jetty, explore heritage trails, art, and markets, or enjoy local produce at a cafe. With free time to wander, discover a vibrant coastal hub rich in culture and history.

Day 11: Arrive Fremantle | Walyalup

This morning we arrive into the Port of Fremantle, C Berth, at 7:00am before disembarking at 8:00am. Post-cruise transfers will be provided to Perth Airport and CBD hotels in Fremantle and Perth.

Please note:

Embrace the unexpected - it's part of the adventure. This itinerary is a guide. We adjust plans based on weather, tides, wildlife, and opportunities we encounter. Remote communities may be unavailable due to local customs. Flexibility makes expeditions special.

 

Whales and Trails of Western Australia - Small Ship Cruise reverse itinerary:

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Please note: *

Embrace the unexpected - it's part of the adventure. This itinerary is a guide. We adjust plans based on weather, tides, wildlife, and opportunities we encounter. Remote communities may be unavailable due to local customs. Flexibility makes expeditions special.

 

Day 11: Arrive Fremantle | Walyalup *

This morning we arrive into the Port of Fremantle, C Berth, at 7:00am before disembarking at 8:00am. Post-cruise transfers will be provided to Perth Airport and CBD hotels in Fremantle and Perth.

Busselton | Undalup *

As one of Western Australia’s oldest settlements, Busselton is a hub for food, wines and spirits. Ride the small train or walk the iconic 1.8km jetty, explore heritage trails, art, and markets, or enjoy local produce at a cafe. With free time to wander, discover a vibrant coastal hub rich in culture and history.

Augusta *

Wander beneath towering karri trees, the third tallest in the world on a guided loop walk through the Boranup Forest. During Kambarang, the ‘season of rebirth’, the forest bursts to life with wildflowers.

Cheynes Beach *

Cheynes Beach is another hub for southern right whales, as well as various other marine species from early winter to late spring. Here, learn about groundbreaking whale migration research and the Mirnong Maat tagging project. On land, search for rare birdlife like the elusive noisy scrub-bird and join a coastal walk into the Arpenteur Nature Reserve.

Point Ann & Whalebone Point *

Walk the Point Ann Heritage Trail, or hike Mamang Trail and watch for whales from ashore and Xplorer tenders. Southern right whales are known to frequent in the area due to the sheltered bay. Enjoy snorkelling or kayak if conditions allow.

Albany | Kinjarling *

Discover Western Australia’s oldest colonial town, rich with Minang Noongar heritage and maritime history. Learn how whaling shaped Albany’s past, then in free time explore bicentenary exhibitions, galleries, and cultural events. Stroll through wildflower displays and uncover stories linking land, sea, and community.

Sea Day *

Unwind after busy days ashore with time to relax on deck or in your stateroom. Join guest lectures from regional experts, enjoy a hosted wine tasting, and watch for whales from the ship as we cruise along the coast. Evenings bring good company, fine food, and the chance to slow down.

Eagle Bay *

Enjoy flexible exploration of Eagle Bay with two full days to walk Cape-to-Cape trail, with several opportunities to walk short, medium and long trails. In the afternoon, relax with sunset drinks as we cruise past Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse.

Optional Extra: Whale-watching charter from Dunsborough (additional cost) offers closer and additional encounters.

Rottnest Island | Wadjemup *

Meet the Whadjuk Noongar people, who have been on this land for over 30,000 years and join a guided walk to learn about seasonal life, culture, and welcome ceremony. Join a guided walk on the Wadjemup Bidi trails. Whale-watching hotspots on this stop include Cape Vlamingh and West End (conditions permitting).

Day 1: Depart Fremantle | Walyalup *

Arrive at Fremantle Berth C for boarding at 4:00pm, with time to settle into your stateroom. Take the time to become acquainted with all the facilities onboard. As dusk falls join guests and the friendly crew as we enjoy the Captain’s Welcome Drinks and sit down to the first of many delicious dinners.

* = Indicative
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Coral Geographer, the ship servicing Whales and Trails of Western Australia - Small Ship Cruise

Coral Geographer

Vessel Type: Expedition

Passenger Capacity: 120

Built: 2020

Coral Geographer is the newest and most advanced vessel in the Coral Expeditions fleet, launched in 2021 and designed to reach some of the world’s most remote and untouched destinations. Purpose-built for expedition cruising, she carries a maximum of 120 guests and offers a refined yet relaxed onboard atmosphere. With a shallow draught and cutting-edge navigation systems, Coral Geographer can access secluded bays, island shores, and small coastal villages in destinations such as Australia’s Kimberley, South and West Coasts, as well as international voyages to New Zealand, Japan, the Philippines, and beyond. Her twin Xplorer tenders and fleet of zodiacs enable seamless shore excursions, while open deck spaces and Indigenous Australian artwork throughout the ship enhance the connection to land and culture.

All staterooms are outward-facing with private ensuites, and most include balconies, including six spacious Bridge Deck Suites with outside-facing bathrooms and horizon baths. Life onboard centres around exploration, comfort, and connection — from single-seating dining with fresh small-batch meals, to lectures and briefings in the lounge, to sunset drinks at the Explorer Bar. Guests enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, a gym, library, lift access between decks, and welcoming Australian hospitality. Coral Geographer is a modern expedition ship that combines world-class capabilities with the personal touch of small-ship cruising.

Cabin layout for Coral Geographer
• Daily lectures and briefings from experts of the region

• Locally sourced produce & beverage package

• Excursions designed by our product developers

• Voyage diary with curated photo and video highlights