True North II
LUXURY (20 GUESTS)STYLE: EXPEDITION
SIZE: 20 GUESTS
BUILT: 1999
The True North II caters for a maximum of just 20 guests and allows discerning adventurers to experience wilderness in surroundings more akin to a very comfortable lodge (just a floating one). This purpose built (1999) ship is the predecessor of the True North and returned to her home, the Kimberley, after a refit in 2022.
True North II will offer the same True North experience just with more simple, yet comfortable, accommodation.
Part of the on-board experience is provided by 5 skiffs (flat bottomed metal boats) necessary to access many of the Kimberley’s amazing sites. Like True North she is also equipped with an on-board helicopter (please note helicopter flights are not included in the voyage price).
CRUISE ITINERARIES, DATES AND PRICES BY REGION
Asia – Pacific Cruise Itineraries, Dates & Prices
Prices are in AUD$ per person twin share.
*Helicopter flights are not included in price of voyage, please ask for details.
To view the detailed cruise itinerary please click on the Cruise Itinerary name.
2026
Australia – Kimberley Cruise Itineraries, Dates & Prices
Prices are in AUD$ per person twin share.
*Helicopter flights are not included in price of voyage, please ask for details.
To view the detailed cruise itinerary please click on the Cruise Itinerary name.
2026
CABINS
Located on the upper deck – Explorer Class staterooms feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and a twin basin en-suite. Cabin size is 18 square metres.
Other features include large panoramic windows, amenities fridge, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
Located on the middle deck – River Class doubles feature a king size double (that can be converted to singles) and en-suite. Cabin size is similar to Explorer Class.
Other features include large panoramic windows, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
Located on the lower deck – Ocean Class twins feature roomy singles and en-suite. Cabin size is approximately 12 square metres.
Other features include 2 portholes, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone.
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DECK PLAN
SHIP DETAILS
- Restaurant
- Main lounge with full serviced bar
- Library well stocked with books & DVDs
- Sun Deck
- Observation Lounge
- 6 ‘tenders’ metal, shallow draft adventure boats
- On-Board Helicopter
- Group transfer from hotel to ship for Australian cruises
- Cabin accommodation aboard cruise as selected
- All meals aboard ship throughout your voyage
- Wine and beer and non-alcoholic beverages included with meals soft drinks, coffee, tea, hot chocolate as well as light snacks
- Services of Expedition leader, naturalist staff and expert guides
- Presentations on history, wildlife, geography, etc
- Tender sightseeing trips and shore excursions
NOT INCLUDED
- Helicopter excursions
Built: February 1999
Crew: 14
Guests: 22 (12 cabins)
Length: 34 metres
Draught: 2.25 metres
Cruising Speed: 12-14 knots
Motion Control: Computer controlled stabilizers
Cabin Features: En-suite, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone
Cabin Power: 240 V
Day Areas: Sun deck, combined dining/lounge room, alfresco bar
Adventure Vessels: 5
Helicopter: Eurocopter AS350 Squirrel
Helicopter flights are not included within the voyage price. Please ask for details of options and prices.
The ultra-quiet EC130 B4 incorporates latest technology as defined by EUROCOPTER’s new generation of helicopters. It has a maximum gross weight of 2.4 tonnes and offers a generous cabin that comfortably accommodates a pilot and 6 passengers on individual leather seats.
Featuring air-conditioning and large cabin windows, it is perfectly suited for aerial expeditions.
Heli-ops are supervised by Rob Colbert who is the chief pilot at Skyhook Helicopters. Rob has been working in and flying around the Kimberley for more than 20 years and he has been associated with True North Adventure Cruises for much of that time. He has a keen interest in fishing, local history and indigenous culture. He has developed entertaining commentary for all of the TRUE NORTH heli-flights.
