True North
LUXURY (36 GUESTS)STYLE: LUXURY
SIZE: 36 GUESTS
BUILT: 2005
The True North caters for a maximum of just 36 guests and allows discerning adventurers to experience wilderness in surroundings more akin to one of the world’s most exclusive hotels. This purpose built (2005) ship offers a number of excellent vantage points including a sundeck, a forward observation lounge, a ship’s lounge and an alfresco bar. The ship’s naturalist presents interpretative information on wall mounted screens in the ship’s lounge and, an internet café enables convenient communication with the outside world.
A popular venue on any True North cruise, the lower deck dining room offers the ultimate in comfort and uninterrupted vista with large panoramic windows ensuring that you never miss any of the action, even when they are enjoying the excellent on-board dining. All cabins feature stylish décor, en-suite facilities, in-house entertainment and satellite telephones. The Explorer Class and River Class staterooms offer king size beds that can be converted to singles and the Ocean Class twins feature roomy single beds.
To add yet another dimension to adventure, most cruise options feature an on-board helicopter True North (please note flights are not included in the voyage price) is able to explore the upper reaches of shallow river systems you need only step out of your cabin to experience wilderness and, the latest in computer controlled motion stabilizers ensures a comfortable ride.
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
2027
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | Ocean Class | Ocean Premium | River Class | Explorer Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire and Dragons | 19 Aug 2027 | 29 Aug 2027 | 11 | Darwin | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Raja Ampat Explorer South | 29 Aug 2027 | 8 Sep 2027 | 11 | Darwin | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Raja Ampat Uncharted | 8 Sep 2027 | 18 Sep 2027 | 11 | Darwin | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Raja Ampat Explorer North | 18 Sep 2027 | 28 Sep 2027 | 11 | Darwin | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| The Whale Sharks of Cenderawasih Bay | 28 Sep 2027 | 5 Oct 2027 | 8 | Darwin | $28,595 | $30,995 | $33,595 | $36,595 |
| The Whale Sharks of Cenderawasih Bay | 5 Oct 2027 | 12 Oct 2027 | 8 | Darwin | $28,595 | $30,995 | $33,595 | $36,595 |
| Sepik Soirée | 16 Oct 2027 | 26 Oct 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Sepik Soirée | 26 Oct 2027 | 5 Nov 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Sepik Soirée | 5 Nov 2027 | 15 Nov 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Navigate New Britain | 15 Nov 2027 | 25 Nov 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Adventures in Paradise | 25 Nov 2027 | 5 Dec 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
| Uncharted Melanesia | 5 Dec 2027 | 15 Dec 2027 | 11 | Cairns | $32,995 | $38,595 | $41,595 | $46,595 |
Australia – Kimberley Cruise Itineraries, Dates & Prices
Prices are in AUD$ 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.
2027
| Cruise Itinerary | Start Date | End Date | Days | Starts / Ends | Ocean Class | Ocean Premium | River Class | Explorer Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kimberley Waterfalls | 17 Mar 2027 | 27 Mar 2027 | 11 | Broome / Wyndham | $25,995 | $28,995 | $31,995 | $34,995 |
| Kimberley Waterfalls | 27 Mar 2027 | 6 Apr 2027 | 11 | Wyndham / Broome | $25,995 | $28,995 | $31,995 | $34,995 |
| Kimberley Waterfalls | 7 Apr 2027 | 17 Apr 2027 | 11 | Broome / Wyndham | $25,995 | $28,995 | $31,995 | $34,995 |
| Kimberley Ultimate | 17 Apr 2027 | 30 Apr 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
| Kimberley Snapshot | 1 May 2027 | 8 May 2027 | 8 | Broome / Wyndham | $20,595 | $23,995 | $26,595 | $28,995 |
| Kimberley Ultimate | 8 May 2027 | 21 May 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
| Kimberley Snapshot | 22 May 2027 | 29 May 2027 | 8 | Broome / Wyndham | $20,595 | $23,995 | $26,595 | $28,995 |
| Kimberley Ultimate | 29 May 2027 | 11 Jun 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
| Kimberley Snapshot | 12 Jun 2027 | 19 Jun 2027 | 8 | Broome / Wyndham | $20,595 | $23,995 | $26,595 | $28,995 |
| Kimberley Untold | 19 Jun 2027 | 2 Jul 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
| Kimberley Snapshot | 3 Jul 2027 | 10 Jul 2027 | 8 | Broome / Wyndham | $20,595 | $23,995 | $26,595 | $28,995 |
| Kimberley Ultimate | 10 Jul 2027 | 23 Jul 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
| Kimberley Snapshot | 24 Jul 2027 | 31 Jul 2027 | 8 | Broome / Wyndham | $20,595 | $23,995 | $26,595 | $28,995 |
| Kimberley Ultimate | 31 Jul 2027 | 13 Aug 2027 | 14 | Wyndham / Broome | $30,995 | $35,595 | $39,995 | $43,995 |
Days: 14
From: AU$29,995
DEPARTURES: APR, MAY, JUN, JUL, AUG
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.
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
- Transfers and charter flight for PNG & Indonesia voyages
- Cabin accommodation aboard cruise as selected
- All meals aboard ship throughout your voyage
- Non-alcoholic beverages including 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 2005
Crew: 22
Guests: 36 (18 cabins)
Length: 50 metres
Draught: 2.2 metres
Cruising Speed: 14 knots
Motion Control: Computer controlled stabilizers
Cabin Features: En-suite, in-cabin entertainment and satellite telephone
Cabin Power: 240 V and 110 V (Australian socket)
Day Areas: Sun deck, observation lounge, ship’s lounge, alfresco bar, sports deck and dining room
Adventure Vessels: 6 (3x 150hp + 3x 115hp)
Helicopter: Eurocopter EC 130 (6 clients all facing forward/air conditioned)
Stairs: There are exactly 12 steps between each deck
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.
