Air Adventure Australia

Destination Profile - Kimberley Quest II, Western Australia

Today the Kimberley remains one of the world's last unique wilderness frontiers - rugged mountain ranges, spectacular gorges and majestic waterfalls are yours to experience. Allow us to convey our passion for this ancient land, forging the sites and sounds of the Kimberley into your memory forever. Multi-award winning Pearl Sea Coastal Cruises is a family run Broome based cruise Expedition Company, specialising in luxury adventure wilderness cruises to the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia. Icons such as the Horizontal Waterfalls, the spectacular islands of the Buccaneer Archipelago, King Cascades, Montgomery Reef and the awe inspiring King George Falls will leave you speechless.

Enjoy a scenic tender ride as you cruise through a myriad of inlets, estuaries and unnamed creek systems in our custom built excursion tenders. Be amazed at the tenacity and courage of the early European settlers who tried unsuccessfully to tame this wild land and learn about the Kimberley's tenacious history. Discover amazing ancient art sites that are scattered throughout the Kimberley and let our experienced guides share their extensive knowledge with you. Cruise duration's range from 7-14 days with some expeditions incorporating scenic flights and helicopter transfers. Itineraries vary and include nature based eco-expeditions, scenic cruises and fishing safaris. Pearl Sea Coastal Cruises caters for groups, individuals and exclusive private charters.

Accommodating just 18 passengers onboard the well appointed 25 metre cruise vessel, Kimberley Quest II, passengers can choose from a variety of cabin styles, each fully air-conditioned and with private ensuites. From humble beginnings in the Western Australian Rock Lobster industry, owner Jeff Ralston made a 'sea' change, moving to Broome in the early 90's. Starting off with a day fishing business, led to opportunities with a lucrative Pilot Boat contract and various other commercial activities within the Broome Township.

However, Jeff was keen to explore and expand his horizons - hence the 'birth' of the "Kimberley Quest'. Originally only 60ft long and accommodating 12 passengers with shared facilities, there was definite room for improvement. The new 'Kimberley Quest' was launched in 2000, being some 25 metres in length, equipped with heli-pad and capable of accommodating up to 18 passengers with four cabin types each with it's own ensuite, individual air-conditioning and bar fridge. It was the first Kimberley vessel operating that was fully ensuited and set the precedent for Kimberley cruising. With the business expanding rapidly due to the increased interest in the Kimberley and Pearl Sea Coastal Cruises reputation for quality service and its fantastic product, 'Kimberley Quest II' was launched in 2004.

Kimberley Quest II offers passengers a unique opportunity to experience the splendid isolation of the Kimberley in comfortable surrounds. Pearl Sea Coastal Cruises will concentrate on maximising customer service, providing the best expedition leaders and focusing more on the environment and indigineous culture of this land.

This experience is currently not part of an Australian Adventure, however we invite you to add it to a tailored itinerary.