10-night Australia's Iconic Kimberley Cruise

September 21, 2025

PONANT: Le Jacques Cartier

Broome/Darwin

Vacation Offer ID 1544958

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From $9,620

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Cruise Inclusions

Cruise, meals, and more... including:

Complimentary Open Bar including alcoholic beverages, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffees, and fully stocked stateroom mini bar
Complimentary Fine Cuisine Restaurants
Complimentary 24-hour room service for all staterooms and suites
Complimentary Unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Complimentary Gratuities
Complimentary 24-hour butler service in suites
Complimentary use of Wellness facilities
Complimentary Concierge Service for all staterooms and suites
HERMES amenities
Open Bridge Policy

Destination Guide
Suggested Shore Excursions

Destination	Arrival	Departure
Broome Broome 09/21/2025 Located in the northwest of the Kimberley region and in the far north of Western Australia, the town of Broome is reputed for its history and its glorious pearling era. The fascinating Chinatown district, which is the historic city centre, and the famous Japanese Cemetery, dates back to 1896, and has a past marked by the immigration of numerous Chinese and Japanese workers, attracted by the prosperous pearl industry at the end of the 19th century and at the beginning of the 20th century. Broome is also famous for the “Staircase to the Moon”, an optical illusion created by the Moon reflecting on the sand banks at low tide, like a staircase climbing up towards the sky, a unique spectacle provided by nature…	09/21/2025	09/21/2025
Lacepede Islands Lacepede Islands 09/22/2025 The Lacepede Islands are Western Australia’s most important breeding habitat for Green Turtles (Chelonia mydas), and have been named by BirdLife International as an Important Bird Area (IBA). The breeding colony of Brown Boobies is possibly the largest in the world. Up to 20,000 Roseate Terns have also been recorded here. Other birds breeding on the islands include Masked Boobies, Australian Pelicans, Lesser Frigatebirds, Eastern Reef Egrets, Silver Gulls, Crested, Bridled and Lesser Crested Terns, Common Noddies, Pied and Sooty Oystercatchers. Join your expedition team for a guided zodiac tour to view the prolific wildlife. Due to the sensitive nature of the environment, landings are prohibited on the Lacepede Islands.	09/22/2025	09/22/2025
Collier Bay Collier Bay 09/23/2025 Lying to the east of the Buccaneer archipelago, the ancient landscapes of Collier Bay have been shaped by the massive tidal movements the region is renowned for, creating a photographer’s paradise. With a tidal range exceeding 14 metres, recorded near Yule entrance at the southern end of the bay, they are among the largest in the world. This massive daily movement of water creates unique phenomena that occur nowhere else in the world. Nestled in the centre of the Bay is Montgomery Reef, the world’s largest inshore reef system. As the tide falls a raging torrent of water cascades off the top of the reef, creating turbulent ‘rivers’ and mini waterfalls. At the Southern end of the Bay, Talbot Bay is home to the world’s only ’Horizontal Falls’ described by Sir David Attenborough as “One of the greatest wonders of the natural world.” Hidden in the many caves and grottos of this ancient landscape are a multitude of ancient Rock Art galleries. Here you can find spectacular examples of the Wandjina and Gwion Gwion styles.	09/23/2025	09/23/2025
Collier Bay Collier Bay 09/24/2025 Lying to the east of the Buccaneer archipelago, the ancient landscapes of Collier Bay have been shaped by the massive tidal movements the region is renowned for, creating a photographer’s paradise. With a tidal range exceeding 14 metres, recorded near Yule entrance at the southern end of the bay, they are among the largest in the world. This massive daily movement of water creates unique phenomena that occur nowhere else in the world. Nestled in the centre of the Bay is Montgomery Reef, the world’s largest inshore reef system. As the tide falls a raging torrent of water cascades off the top of the reef, creating turbulent ‘rivers’ and mini waterfalls. At the Southern end of the Bay, Talbot Bay is home to the world’s only ’Horizontal Falls’ described by Sir David Attenborough as “One of the greatest wonders of the natural world.” Hidden in the many caves and grottos of this ancient landscape are a multitude of ancient Rock Art galleries. Here you can find spectacular examples of the Wandjina and Gwion Gwion styles.	09/24/2025	09/24/2025
Careening Bay Careening Bay 09/25/2025 Careening Bay was named by Lieutenant Phillip Parker King after his ship, HMC Mermaid, was careened there during his third voyage of discovery in 1820. King surveyed the western coast to complete the map initiated by Matthew Flinders 20 years earlier. The Mermaid had been leaking badly and King needed to find a shallow sandy bay where he could careen his boat to undertake repairs. At a high tide, on a warm September afternoon, he ran the Mermaid onto the sands. For ten days the Mermaid crew worked hard before refloating the vessel. The ship's carpenter carved the name of the vessel and the year into a conspicuous boab tree. The famous boab tree is now 3 metres wide and National Heritage-listed. A reminder of a bygone era of exploration!,	09/25/2025	09/25/2025
Hunter River Hunter River 09/26/2025 Arguably one of the most scenic parts of the Kimberley coast, Prince Frederick Harbour and the Hunter River are lined with ancient rainforest pockets, pristine mangroves and mosaic sandstone cliffs. They are considered to be some of the most pristine mangrove forests in the world, containing up to 18 different species, supporting a rich and diverse fauna. The sandstone escarpment at the river mouth, known as “Kampamantiya” rises over 200 metres high before giving way to extensive mud banks and mangrove forests home to numerous bird species and the iconic saltwater crocodile. Our expert Expedition Team will share their knowledge with you as you explore this pristine mangrove environment by zodiac keeping a constant lookout for wildlife. You will also have the opportunity to reach the Mitchell Falls by helicopter from Naturalist Island beach.	09/26/2025	09/26/2025
Swift Bay Swift Bay 09/27/2025 The Bonaparte Archipelago, is a stunningly rugged maze of islands stretching almost 150 km along Western Australia's remote Kimberley coast. Its colour and scale conspire to take ones’ breath away. Its distant location has meant it has remained an unspoilt and remarkably pristine location to explore and experience. Phillip Parker King named “Swift's bay" after Jonathon Swift (1667-1745) the author of Gulliver’s travels. The ‘T’ shaped bay is composed of heavily fractured sandstone providing an abundance of rock shelters. On the walls of these shelters are examples of both Wandjina and Gwion Gwion style rock art. Join your expedition team ashore for a guided walk to a number of rock art galleries depicting these unique rock art styles.	09/27/2025	09/27/2025
Vansittart Bay Vansittart Bay 09/28/2025 Jar Island contains ancient rock art galleries depicting the Gwion Gwion style unique to the Kimberley region. Mainly neglected by, or unknown to, the early European researchers of Aboriginal culture in the Kimberley in favour of the dominant and more dramatic Wandjina art, Gwion Gwion art has in recent years gained world prominence. It is generally thought that this art may extend back to over 30,000 years before our time and represents the first wave of seagoing colonisers of the Australian continent. As it is, these are the oldest detailed depiction of human figures in the world. Join your Expedition Team ashore for a short walk, past some fascinating rock formations, to the site of the Gwion Gwion art galleries.	09/28/2025	09/28/2025
King George River King George River 09/29/2025 The journey up the King George River is nothing short of breathtaking. The 80-metre-high sides of the gorge display varying degrees of weathering of the ancient Warton sandstone. The colours and textures of the gorge change with the light as you travel further up the river creating a continual changing scenery that is simply stunning. The journey culminates at the King George twin falls; the highest single-drop falls in the whole of the Kimberley (80 m or 260 ft). Fed by wet season run-off the level of water cascading over the falls varies from year to year. Your Expedition Team will escort you in either the zodiacs or ships tenders to the foot of the twin falls, and explain all about the stunning geological formations of the canyon.	09/29/2025	09/29/2025
At Sea At Sea 09/30/2025 During your journey at sea, make the most of the many services and activities on board. Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation in the spa or stay in shape in the fitness centre. Depending on the season, let yourself be tempted by the swimming pool or a spot of sunbathing. This journey without a port of call will also be an opportunity to enjoy the conferences or shows proposed on board, depending on the activities offered, or to do some shopping in the boutique or to meet the PONANT photographers in their dedicated space. As for lovers of the open sea, they will be able to visit the ship’s upper deck to admire the spectacle of the waves and perhaps be lucky enough to observe marine species. A truly enchanted interlude, combining comfort, rest and entertainment.	09/30/2025	09/30/2025
Darwin Darwin 10/01/2025 Darwin is located in Australia’s Northern Territory which is also known as the “Top End”. It is the capital city and the most populated town of the Northern Territory. Darwin is a beautiful tropical city, a melting pot of people and cultures, over 50 different cultures live and work side by side that prides itself in its unique and friendly laid-back lifestyle. Come discover the town’s still recent history through its emblematic buildings such as the new Parliamant House opened in 1994, a magnificent example of tropical architecture or Admiralty House declared heritage place, a tropical-style home elevated on stilts that has survived two cyclones and numerous air raids.	10/01/2025	10/01/2025

In keeping with the philosophy of PONANT and the PONANT EXPLORERS, Le Jacques-Cartier combines the desire for adventure with five-star travel. A modern ship with slender, tapered lines, it is environmentally friendly and equipped with innovative technology. Tastefully decorated, Le Jacques-Cartier reflects the universe so dear to PONANT, with its light tones and open-to-the-sea design providing soft light and luminosity at every instant of the day. Its ethnic chic ambiance pays homage to the destinations visit. Located below the waterline, the Blue Eye, the first ever multisensorial lounge, offers a unique experience: the opportunity to enjoy undersea views and the sounds of the marine world whilst sharing a glass together.

Ship Statistics

Maiden Voyage: 2021
Registry: French
Built In: Norway
Gross Tonnage: 9 976 UMS
Beam: 59 ft
Maximum Speed: 12.5 knots
Ship Length: 430 ft

Passenger Capacity: 184
Number of Crew: 112
Number of Decks: 5
Dining / Restaurants: 2
Spa: 1
Staterooms / Suites: 92

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Deluxe Stateroom (DEL) $9,620

Category: DEL

Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bath robes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet acces wifi.

Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 (PR4) $10,620

Category: PR4

Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 (PR5) $11,140

Category: PR5

Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 (PR6) $11,740

Category: PR6

Area: 19 m². Capacity: 2 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

Suite

Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (DS6) $15,190

Category: DS6

Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features :  Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.

Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (DS5) $15,190

Category: DS5

Deluxe Suite Deck 4 (DS4) $15,190

Category: DS4

Deluxe Suite Deck 3 (DS3) $15,190

Category: DS3

Area: 27 m². Capacity: up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin features : Individually-controlled air-conditioning. King-size bed or twin beds. Sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone. 110/220 volts outlet. French bath products. 24hr room service. Internet access wifi.

Prestige Suite Deck 5 (PS5) $18,230

Category: PS5

Area: 38 m², Capacity: up to 4 passengers per cabin. Cabin features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 tall sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi.

Prestige Suite Deck 6 (PS6) $19,050

Category: PS6

Privilege Suite Deck 6 (PV6) $19,650

Category: PV6

Area: 32 m², Capacity: Up to 3 passengers per cabin. Cabin Features: Private balcony, Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, 1 sofa, Shower, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service.

Privilege Suite Deck 5 (PV5) $19,650

Category: PV5

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 6 (GD6) $20,250

Category: GD6

Area: 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 40m² private balcony. Balcony Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Bathtub, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bath robes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service.

Grand Deluxe Suite Deck 5 (GD5) $20,250

Category: GD5

Area : 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 40m² private balcony Balcony Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed or twin beds, Bathtub, Minibar, Flat screen, Satellite TV, Desk with stationery, Ipod(TM) players, Video on demand, Safe, Hairdryer, Bath robes, Satellite direct line telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service.

Owner's Suite (SA) Call for pricing

Category: SA

Area: 45 m², Capacity: up to 2 passengers per cabin, 30m2 private balcony. Cabin Features: Individually-controlled air-conditioning, King-size bed, or twin beds, Shower & Bathtub + Jacuzzi on terrace, Minibar, Flat screen, satellite TV, Desk with stationery, iPod(TM) players, Video on demand, safe, Hairdryer, Bathrobes, Satellite direct line, telephone, 110/220 volts outlet, French bath products, 24hr room service, Internet access wifi, Butler service, 1 private transfer (round trip): Airport - Hotel - Port.

Fares listed are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

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