Ponant Explorations:
Australia's Iconic West Coast Odyssey
10 Nights on Le Soleal
Fremantle to Broome: 8 August 2026, 8 August 2027
Broome to Fremantle: 29 July 2026, 29 July 2027
Your Ponant Exploration ship will take you along the most spectacular coasts in the entire region. With their falls, abrupt gorges, savannah, calm waters and desolate mountain chains, the wild lands of Kimberley are the promise of an exceptional adventure.
In one of the most picturesque parts of the region, the Hunter River, you will see wild mangrove forests where saltwater crocodiles live along with many species of birds.
The highpoint of this cruise will undoubtedly be the discovery of the King George River and the majestic Twin Falls, the highest falls in Western Australia. During your cruise, the magnificent bays of Vansittart and Swift will offer you exceptional panoramas, between islands, secret inlets, caves and rocky overhangs.
At Ashmore Reef, gaze out over the shades of blue of the Timor Sea off the mainland. The corals are home to extraordinary marine life in this incredibly beautiful paradise. You will also visit Collier Bay, where you will be able to admire the Montgomery Reef, home to vast expanses of lagoons and immense coral reefs. On the Lacepede Islands, take the time to admire the abundance of nesting birds as well as the large population of turtles residing in the lagoon.
Ponant Exploration Inclusions:
Fine dining in all the restaurants and 24-hour room service
All drinks in restaurants, bars and minibars
Presentations by onboard experts and guides
Small Group excursions in zodiacs
Activities offered
Free and unlimited Wi-Fi service on board
Transfers included in Broome - either Airport to Pier or Pier to Airport
Pricing:
From AU$14,180 per person
Free Solo Supplement available on all departures!
Pricing is based on twin share in a Superior Stateroom on 2027 departures.
For alternative cabins categories and your preferred dates please talk to your Our Cruise Specialists
Current Offer:
Fly, Stay and Cruise on 2026 Western Australia package including 10-night voyage, return economy flights, 1 nights accommodation and transfer.
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10 Nights – Australia West Coast Odyssey Cruise:
Day 1. Embark: Fremantle
Day 2. Jurien Bay Marine Park
Day 3. Abrolhos Islands Marine Park
Day 4. Shark Bay World Heritage Area
Day 5. Cape Peron
Day 6. Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area
Day 7. Ningaloo Coast World Heritage Area
Day 8. Montebello Islands
Day 9. Burrup Peninsula
Day 10. At Sea
Day 11. Disembark: Broome
Itinerary is identical in reverse.
Itineraries may be changed at the cruise lines discretion
About Ponant Explorations and Le Soleal:
Ponant Explorations Loyalty Benefits:
Ponant Yacht Club
When you book your second cruise you will become part a member of the PONANT Yacht Club and you will enjoy personalised attention, exclusive offers both onboard and on land, and the best dedicated offers including discounts off future cruises.
Referrals Program
Refer your friends and family members and you and your referees will benefit from an AUD$800 discount per stateroom.
PONANT is an exponent for the French way of life across every sea on the globe. On board, this is translated through exceptional services, a multilingual crew and bringing French know-how to the fore.
Le Soleal has an elegant appearance and refined interior design combined with cutting-edge technology to offer a new type of cruising: adventure in a luxury setting. She conveys the French art of living to all the oceans of the world.
Our Cruise Conditions:
Unless otherwise stated, prices include SHARE TWIN / DOUBLE cabins and inclusions as specified. Special conditions apply for all Bonus Inclusions. Prices are in Australian dollars and subject to currency fluctuations and are for payment by direct deposit into our New Zealand bank account. Q Card & Credit Card prices are available on application. A cruise deposit will be required and time of booking. Amendment and cancellation fees do apply and can be up to 100% after booking is confirmed. Airfares are non-refundable, non-transferable, name changes are not permitted, include all prepayable airline surcharges, levies and airport taxes, require full payment for ticketing purposes at time of booking, and additional airfare rules will apply – please contact our specialists for more information. Our cruise deals are capacity controlled andrestrictions may apply, and accommodation & airfares may not be available at time of booking. Images displayed are indicative and will vary by ship and cabin. Prices and details were correct as at 14 August 2025 and are subject to change without notification and our Website Conditions & Booking Conditions apply.