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From Cairns to Darwin

Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & Kakadu - Cruise & Land Journey

Dates:
8 May - 22 May 2028
Duration:
14 Nights
Journey type:
Fly-cruise
No. of ports:
9
Ship:
Scenic Eclipse II
Cruise Line:
Scenic Ocean Cruises
Fares:

From £14,431 pp

Cairns esplanade, Australia

From Cairns to Darwin

Australia’s Top End, Indonesia & Kakadu - Cruise & Land Journey

Dates:
8 May - 22 May 2028
Duration:
14 Nights
Journey type:
Fly-cruise
No. of ports:
9
Ship:
Scenic Eclipse II
Cruise Line:
Scenic Ocean Cruises
Fares:

From £14,431 pp

Voyage Itinerary

8 May

Setting sail from Cairns

Cairns is a buzzing tourist hub, gateway to the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest. A snorkelling trip out to the reef is the most obvious excursion to take here, but other options include riding the Skyrail cableway over the rainforest canopy or swimming in the croc-free saltwater lagoon.

Cairns esplanade by night, Australia

9 May

Australia: Lizard Island

Lizard Island is one of six islands that makes up Lizard Island National Park, part of the Great Barrier Reef, and was named by Captain Cook due to the large number of yellow-spotted monitor lizards here. The island is also home to more than 100 bird species, and it’s a great location for snorkelling.
Lizard Island, Queensland, Australia

10 May

Australia: Cape York

Cape York is the northernmost point in mainland Australia, with Papua New Guinea just 80 miles away on the other side of the Torres Strait. More than 30 different aboriginal languages are spoken on the Cape York Peninsula, and the region is incredibly biodiverse, home to dozens of endemic species.
Waterways around Cape York, Australia

11 May

Australia: Thursday Island

Thursday Island is one of the Torres Strait Islands, situated to the north of Cape York. Proximity to Papua New Guinea makes for an interesting cultural mix, and the island has a fascinating military history. Be aware that swimming off the beautiful beaches is not recommended due to the presence of crocodiles and marine stingers.
Sunset over Thursday Island, Australia

12 May - At sea

13 May

Indonesia: Asmat (Papua)

The Asmat people of West Papua are one of Indonesia’s most fascinating indigenous groups, notorious in the past for their cannibalism and headhunting, a practice said by some to have persisted as recently as the 1990s. The Asmat are also known for their magnificent wood carvings, and their cultural traditions remain strong in the face of encroaching modernity.
Canoes in Yepem village, Asmat region, Indonesia

14 May

Indonesia: Triton Bay

The protected marine reserve of Triton Bay rivals Raja Ampat as one of Indonesia’s premier locations for snorkelling and scuba diving. The biodiversity here is remarkable, with species ranging from pygmy seahorses to mighty whale sharks, and it’s also a nesting site for green turtles.
Whale shark, Triton Bay, West Papua, Indonesia

15 May

Indonesia: Kai Archipelago

The Kai Archipelago, part of the Maluku islands, is known for its idyllic beaches. The ancestors of the Kai people are believed to have come here from Bali, but there is no written history, with an oral tradition of stories known as Tom-Tad that are passed down from generation to generation.
Kai Archipelago, Indonesia

16 May

Indonesia: Tanimbar Island

17 May - At sea

18 May to 21 May

Arriving in Darwin

More of a large town than a city, Darwin is less about what’s contained within the city limits and more about the huge expanse of wild landscape that’s outside it. Closer to Jakarta than Sydney, the city really does feel remote in its tropical perch.
Sunset in Darwin, Australia
Florence Falls, Litchfield National Park

Our tip

Visit Litchfield National Park and embark on a crocodile-spotting boat trip, where you can see these intimidating, prehistoric beasts jump clean out of the water for a meal.

The ship

Scenic Eclipse II

Capacity:
228 Guests
Style:
Sleek, modern and designed to deliver once-in-a-lifetime experiences, this ship really has it all! The state-of-the-art design provides the perfect combination of luxury and adventure.

Launched in 2023, Scenic Eclipse II is Scenic's second discovery yacht, bringing an almost identical design with some key enhancements.

What we love

Scenic's second ocean ship builds on the technological advances of the original Scenic Eclipse, and features a new sun deck pool and a larger submarine. As on board Scenic Eclipse, you can expect spacious suites, a fantastic range of dining options, and an indulgent spa.

Learn more about Scenic Eclipse II
Scenic Eclipse in Roatan, Honduras

inclusions

  • All meals
  • All drinks including wines and premium spirits
  • Stimulating lecture programme with expert naturalists and guides
  • Scenic Freechoice Excursions and zodiac rides
  • Scenic Enrich special events
  • WiFi
  • Butler service
  • 24-hour room service
  • Onboard gratuities

Tailor-make your trip

Ways to make it better
    • Bamurru Plains

      Where to stay near Darwin

      Don’t hang around in Darwin itself; if you want to see more of the Top End, we recommend Bamurru Plains.

    • Uluru, Australia

      Visit the Red Centre

      From Darwin take a flight to the Red Centre to see the magical sites of Uluru and Kings Canyon, yet another one of those once in a lifetime experiences!

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