The Kimberley Quest II is a 25 metre custom-built vessel which has been designed for relaxing and exploring the Kimberley coastline. Guests can enjoy indoor and outdoor alfresco areas, a refreshing dip in the spa and gourmet cuisine prepared by our on-board chef. Cruising with a maximum of 18 guests you can enjoy the surrounds comfortably. During your expedition, days will be filled with a myriad of activities from exploring the untouched river systems, viewing ancient rock art, fishing the tidal creeks, discovering the history and viewing the rugged cliffs on a scenic tender excursion.
Kimberley Quest offer a cruise like no other. As a family business, the Kimberley Quest are dedicated to providing you with the best service and experience from your first contact right through to the conclusion of your cruise. As a small vessel operator we specialise in small groups, providing comfortable surroundings and intimate experiences that will be remembered forever. We offer personalised individual service that only a small family company can.
We operate cruises between the months of March through to October and cover the spectacular northwest coast of Western Australia from Broome to Wyndham, catering for individuals and small groups offering ‘The ultimate Kimberley experience’. The Kimberley is prolific with islands, whirlpools, inlets, extensive waterfalls, pristine beaches and unforgettable scenery. Allow us to convey our passion for this ancient land, forging the sites and sounds of the Kimberley into your memory forever.
Kimberley Quest – Dates 2024 | ||
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Cruise | Route | Dates |
Beyond Adventure | Broome to Wyndham | |
Ultimate Quest 1 | Wyndham to Broome | 12 March – 25 March Last rooms |
Ultimate Quest 2 | Broome to Wyndham | |
Ultimate Quest 3 | Wyndham to Broome | |
Ultimate Quest 4 | Broome to Wyndham | 23 April – 6 May Last rooms |
Northern Quest 1 | Wyndham to Mitchell River | |
Northern Quest 2 | Mitchell River to Wyndham | |
Ultimate Quest 5 | Wyndham to Broome | |
Southern Quest 1 | Broome to Hunter River | |
Southern Quest 2 | Hunter River to Broome | |
Southern Quest 3 | Broome to Hunter River | 18 June – 25 June |
Southern Quest 4 | Hunter River to Broome | 25 June – 2 July Last rooms |
Southern Quest 5 | Broome to Hunter River | |
Southern Quest 6 | Hunter River to Broome | |
Southern Quest 7 | Broome to Hunter River | |
Southern Quest 8 | Hunter River to Broome | |
Southern Quest 9 | Broome to Hunter River | 30 July – 6 August Last rooms |
Southern Quest 10 | Hunter River to Broome | 6 August – 13 August |
Southern Quest 11 | Broome to Hunter River | 13 August – 20 August |
Southern Quest 12 | Hunter River to Broome | 20 August- 27 August |
Adventure Quest 1 | Broome to Cygnet Bay | 27 August – 5 September |
Adventure Quest 2 | Cygnet Bay -Cygnet Bay | 5 September – 14 September |
Adventure Quest 3 | Cygnet Bay – Cygnet Bay | 14 September – 23 September |
Adventure Quest 4 | Cygnet Bay – Cygnet Bay | 24 September – 3 October |
Taste of the Kimberley 1 | Cygnet Bay -Cygnet Bay | |
Taste of the Kimberley 2 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 6 October – 9 October |
Fishing 1 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 9 October – 15 October |
Fishing 2 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 15 October – 21 October |
Taste of the Kimberley 3 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 21 October – 24 October |
Kimberley Quest – Rates 2024 (per person / twin share) | ||||
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Cruise | Days | Double | Superior | Flybridge |
Beyond Adventure | 21 | $19,990 | $23,490 | $25,140 |
Ultimate | 14 | $21,790 | $24,990 | $26,500 |
Adventure | 10 | $12,900 | $13,900 | $15,900 |
Northern | 8 | $13,990 | $15,990 | $17,490 |
Sothern | 8 | $13,990 | $15,990 | $17,490 |
Taste of Kimberley | 4 | $4,990 | $5,990 | $6,490 |
Fishing | 6 | $7,390 | $9,390 | $10,300 |
* Call 1800 000 130 or enquire info@kimberleycruiseescapes.com.au for our exclusive Bonus savings and or promotional flight / accommodation offers in addition to listed fares
** Multi Room Booking Bonus Savings – Call for details
*** Charter Savings Rates Available for 2021 – Call for details
Kimberley Quest – Dates 2025 | ||
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Cruise | Route | Dates |
Beyond Adventure | Broome to Wyndham | 18 Feb – 10 Mar |
Ultimate Quest 1 | Wyndham to Broome | 12 Mar – 24 Mar |
Ultimate Quest 2 | Broome to Wyndham | 25 Mar – 7 Apr |
Ultimate Quest 3 | Wyndham to Broome | 8 Apr – 21 Apr |
Ultimate Quest 4 | Broome to Wyndham | 22 Apr – 5 May |
Northern Quest 1 | Wyndham to Mitchell River | 5 May – 12 May |
Northern Quest 2 | Mitchell River to Wyndham | 12 May – 19 May |
Northern Quest 3 | Wyndham to Broome | 19 May – 26 May |
Southern Quest 1 | Hunter River to Broome | 26 May – 2 Jun |
Southern Quest 2 | Broome to Hunter River | 3 Jun – 10 Jun |
Southern Quest 3 | Hunter River to Broome | 10 Jun – 17 Jun |
Southern Quest 4 | Broome to Hunter River | 17 Jun – 24 Jun |
Southern Quest 5 | Hunter River to Broome | 24 Jun – 1 Jul |
Southern Quest 6 | Broome to Hunter River | 1 Jul – 8 Jul |
Southern Quest 7 | Hunter River to Broome | 8 Jul – 15 Jul |
Southern Quest 8 | Broome to Hunter River | 15 Jul – 22 Jul |
Southern Quest 9 | Hunter River to Broome | 22 Jul – 29 Jul |
Southern Quest 10 | Broome to Hunter River | 29 July – 5 Aug |
Southern Quest 11 | Hunter River to Broome | 5 Aug – 12 Aug |
Southern Quest 12 | Broome to Hunter River | 12 Aug – 19 Aug |
Southern Quest 13 | Hunter River to Broome | 19 Aug- 26 Aug |
Southern Quest 14 | Broome to Hunter River | 26 Aug – 2 Sep |
Southern Quest 15 | Hunter River to Broome | 2 Sep – 9 Sep |
Adventure Quest 1 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 10 Sep – 19 Sep |
Adventure Quest 2 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 19 Sep – 28 Sep |
Adventure Quest 3 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 29 Sep – 8 Oct |
Taste of the Kimberley 1 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 8 Oct – 11 Oct |
Taste of the Kimberley 2 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 11 Oct – 14 Oct |
Taste of the Kimberley 3 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 14 Oct – 17 Oct |
Fishing Expedition 1 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 17 Oct – 23 Oct |
Fishing Expedition 2 | Cygnet Bay to Cygnet Bay | 23 Oct – 29 Oct |
Kimberley Quest – Rates 2025 (per person / twin share) | ||||
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Cruise | Days | Double | Superior | Flybridge |
Beyond Adventure | 21 | $20,990 | $24,490 | $26,190 |
Ultimate Quest | 14 | $22,790 | $25,990 | $27,490 |
Northern Quest | 7 | $14,990 | $16,990 | $18,490 |
Southern Quest | 7 | $14,990 | $16,990 | $18,490 |
Adventure Quest | 10 | $13,900 | $14,900 | $16,900 |
Taste of Kimberley | 4 | $5,490 | $6,490 | $6,990 |
Fishing Expedition | 6 | $8,490 | $10,690 | $11,690 |
* Call 1800 000 130 or enquire info@kimberleycruiseescapes.com.au for our exclusive Bonus savings and or promotional flight / accommodation offers in addition to listed fares
** Multi Room Booking Bonus Savings – Call for details
*** Charter Savings Rates Available for 2021 – Call for details
Our exclusive flybridge cabin is the only guest cabin on the top deck and features a queen size walk around bed, well appointed private ensuite with hair dryer, individual airconditioning, personal mini-fridge and large viewing window.
Storage consists of a small closet with hanging facilities, cupboard and space underneath your bed.
Our superior cabins are located on the main deck and feature a queen size bed, well appointed private ensuite with hair dryer, individual air-conditioning, personal mini-fridges and large viewing windows.
A small closet with hanging facilities, cupboard and storage underneath your bed is also in your cabin.
The double cabins are located on the lower deck and feature a double size bed with an additional single bed above, well appointed private ensuite with hair dryer, individual air-conditioning, personal mini-fridges and viewing windows.
For guests who would like stay in our double cabins and would prefer separate bedding we have one double bed which can be split into two single beds.
Storage consists of a small closet with hanging facilities, cupboard and space underneath your bed.
Custom Built for the Kimberley – designed with your comfort in mind…
The Kimberley Quest II has been designed for relaxing and exploring the Kimberley coastline in comfort and style. Our fully air-conditioned cruise expedition vessel, equipped with helipad and spa, are just some of the many facilities to take advantage of whilst cruising with us.
Offering indoor and outdoor alfresco areas, there will always be plenty of room to take in the panoramic scenery and breathtaking sunsets.
Carrying three excursion tenders, days are filled with a myriad of activities, exploring the waterways with your very own local guide who has extensive knowledge of the Kimberley region.
Whilst on board take advantage of the extensive library, including a fantastic array of Kimberley reference books and general interest novels, otherwise sit with the Captain in the wheelhouse and learn more about the Kimberley outback.
Accommodating just 18 passengers and 6 crew, your holiday of a lifetime can be enjoyed with fellow travellers in small intimate surrounds.
You have the choice of 9 cabins from deluxe twin, double, superior and the exclusive flybridge. All cabins feature private ensuites, individual air-conditioning, viewing windows, mini-refrigerators and are serviced daily by your hostess.
You can be sure that your Kimberley experience with us will exceed your expectations, as you can do as much or as little as you wish! So why not take the adventure with one of the Kimberley’s original explorers who are still discovering after 18 years of cruising…
Top DeckOne of the most breathtaking and spectacular viewing points is on the sundeck which is located at the bow of the vessel on the top deck. This spacious, outdoor area is great for reading a book on the sun lounges, relaxing in our spa or enjoying that first glimpse of the majestic Kimberley sunsets.
Located behind the wheelhouse is an outdoor, shaded alfresco area. A great place look out to the Kimberley landscape as you’re cruising, this is also the only designated smoking area on the vessel.
Missing family? Need to get in touch with work? Our satellite phone and facsimile facilities are located in the wheelhouse; our crew will be able to assist with any guest requiring the use of these facilities.
We only have two cabins located on the top deck of the vessel, the Captains cabin and the flybridge cabin. If you are looking at an exclusive cabin with ultimate views and the privacy of being the only guests who have a cabin on this deck, then the flybridge cabin is for you.
Finally, above the top deck we have a helipad for transfers and also optional scenic highlights for our guests.
Enjoying some delectable treats for morning tea, helping yourself to a coffee from our cappuccino machine and then sitting back and relaxing as the fresh breeze takes you into Kimberley dreamtime… Sounds too good to be true? Not onboard the Kimberley Quest II.
A large dining table is located in the outdoor entertaining area. This is a great place for eating, reading, watching the world go by and chatting with newly formed friends over a coffee or wine.
The air-conditioned saloon offers a large open dining/lounge area and is an excellent location to sit down and enjoy a delicious meal while looking out our full length viewing windows.
For those who like to keep a detailed itinerary of where you are, you will love our navigational viewing system which displays the route that you are cruising. The lounge/dining is fully equipped with the latest modern facilities from a plasma television, DVD and CD player and a Bose surround sound stereo system.
A selection of music, movies and documentaries and board games are available for your enjoyment in the lounge/dining area. Our crew are happy to display your photographs on the plasma television allowing you to view the day’s highlights.
Our four superior cabins are located further towards the bow of the vessel and are all named after icons of the Kimberley.
The central stairway on the main deck leads down to the cabins on the lower deck. We have three double cabins and one twin cabin located on this deck.
Kimberley Quest offers an array of Kimberley cruise activities to enhance your cruise experience.
Excursions are operated throughout the day with some treks being more difficult than others. Our knowledgeable and friendly crew will advise you prior to the excursion on the difficulty of the treks and are always on hand for guidance and assistance.
You can do as much or as little as you like!
Alternatively, you can contact the storage companies below:
If your cruise departs from Wyndham please contact the Kununurra Visitor Centre on: (08) 9168 1177.
Alternatively, you may provide your work with our phone number/fax for our office and we will forward correspondence to the vessel for you.
We do recommend that passengers who have a history of travel sickness or are concerned to bring their own sea sickness medication as a precaution. By law we are unable to distribute sea sickness medication therefore we can only offer ginger tea which is a useful remedy at keeping it at bay.
Please bring your own medication on-board including any travel sickness medication and or paracetamol.
Please note that clients must bear the cost of any emergency medical or rescue services summoned at the discretion of the Master of the vessel in relation to any illness or injury.
Please ensure that you take out travel insurance adequate to the eventuality prior to boarding.
We recommend Suresave: www.suresave.com.au Ph: 1300 787 376.
Footwear
You will need a pair of enclosed shoes that offer good ankle support for bushwalking. We also recommend you bring another pair of shoes that you do not mind getting wet as we regularly havewet landings. This includes; reef sandals, booties or equivalent. Shoes can be worn on-board.
Evening wear
There is no dress code for dining as a rule, generally ‘Kimberley casual’ attire for evenings is recommended.
For further information please click here to download our packing list.
All linen, towels, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, sunscreen, Aeroguard and hair dryers are supplied on-board but you may wish to bring your own with you.
For further information please click here to download our packing list.
We provide shampoo, conditioner and body wash however, if desired you can bring your own.
Sun protection and insect repellent is also available on-board, however you may also bring your own.
Yes.
Please advise our office if your cruise is for a special occasion or birthday as we would love to celebrate with you!
Orders should be returned to our office within four weeks of your departure date at the latest.
Our Wet Season begins in October, finishing at the end of March. The humidity is higher during the wet, with higher daytime temperatures and warm balmy evenings. This period encompasses spectacular thunderstorm activity, torrential waterfalls, lush green landscapes and magnificent sunsets.
All fishing is performed from our custom built excursion tenders and includes a variety of fishing options from pelagic fishing in the outer islands to casting for the ultimate saltwater barramundi in the estuarine creeks, inlets and numerous river systems.
High quality fishing equipment is available for all passengers to use. We ask that if you lose any fishing gear you replace it. For the keen fisher person there is the possibility of bringing your own fishing gear, if you would prefer this option please contact our office prior to your cruise.
Our policy is catch and release only keeping enough for the dinner table.
Fish that you are likely to catch in the river systems, creeks and estuaries include mangrove jack, finger mark bream, threadfin salmon and the prized barramundi.
Selected cruises include a transfer by light aircraft which limits you to a 10kg limit therefore prior arrangement is compulsory.
Yes. All transfers are provided between your accommodation and the Kimberley Quest II. Expeditions departing or arriving in Wyndham include transfers to and from Kununurra to the vessel. Selected cruises include a light aircraft transfer and a helicopter flight over the Mitchell Falls.
“Wonderful trip and crew.”
Mike & Pam Connelly
“Trip of a lifetime. Had a blast.”
Jean Hersted
“Wow! Josh you and your crew are wonderful. What an amazing trip, one we will cherish forever. Your passion for the Kimberley makes this trip unique.”
Don & Chris Durant
“Wonderful!”
Jenny Love & Antonia Love
“Will continue to recommend this trip and will be back again.”
Ross & Margaret Carnell
“A truly fantastix trip. Great crew.”
Paul Whiddon
“Great trip – Could not be better. Wonderful crew and marvellous local knowledge. Many thanks.”
Glenda & Shelley Sandars
“Had an amazing trip and seen the best part of Australia. Congratulations to the crew, we will definetly be back.”
Ian & Janice Woodlands
“Fabulous trip, even better than the last time if thats even possible. Thank you to the crew.”
Mike & Merrie Frecker
“A brilliant trip on our 47th Wedding Annniversary. The only way to see this part of our amazing country. Kimberley Quest II = tops!”
Bob & Lorraine Einsiedel
“Your playground, our 1000 fabulous memories. Congratulations on great Australian tourism.”
Trevor & Pauline Nyman
“Fabulous trip. Better than expected. Thank you so much. Great crew. Spectacular scenery. Variety of fun and interesting excursions.”
David Johnson & Jo Cowell
“Would have to rank as the best of adventure cruises! The right size boat, crew, passenger numbers – great trip!”
Brian & Anne Bawcombe
“Top shelf holiday. Great company, excellent food and crew. Bens knowledge is first class. Thank you Ben, Rhys, Sam, Riley, Jess and Ellen for looking after us so well.”
Kevin & Heather Brooks
“Exceeded all our expectations. Great company and crew.”
Colin & Jeanie Spackman
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