Compare Esperance and Southwest Adventure by Adventure Tours Australia vs Coastal Wilds Of Tasmania Cruise - Premium Adventure by Exodus Travels
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| Duration | 6 days | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 783 | $ 7,120 |
| Price Per Day | $ 131 | $ 647 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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All inclusive Meals: All meals are fresh and chef-prepared onboard Tea and coffee: 24-hour barista-style coffee and tea station Beverages: Selected wines, beers, juices, soft drinks and selected spirits are served complimentary with lunch and dinner. Drinks are available for purchase at other times. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Start your day with a tempting choice from a fresh continental or hot à la carte menu with options changing daily. Lunches include a selection of hot and cold dishes, from salads and cold cuts to soups, fresh local seafood and seasonal tropical fruits both individually plated and small sharing plates. Evenings are a convivial time to dine with new friends and reflect on an exciting day of discovery over dinner. We welcome you onboard with a seafood-sharing concept dinner on the first night. Other evening meals are served over a three-course table d’hote dinner menu, when selections are offered as you enjoy table service from the friendly dining room staff. All Coral Expeditions feature a memorable pre-dinner event ashore where sunset drinks and canapés are served, often on a beach, and always in a beautiful location with a sunset view. These casual sundowners are hosted by the captain and are the perfect time to kick off your shoes and enjoy a beer, wine or cocktail while mingling with fellow guests in a relaxed atmosphere. Lunch and dinner are accompanied by a curated beverage list featuring boutique Australian and New Zealand wines, beers and ciders. Each voyage, the captain hosts a Captain’s Table for invited guests and ship officers will endeavour to host dinner guests on an evening when operational matters allow. On-board beverages Lunch and dinner are accompanied by a curated beverage list; each evening, sunset drinks are held on the Vista Deck (weather permitting) where guests relax or socialise before dinner. Each voyage, the captain hosts a welcome and farewell event with complimentary canapés and beverages. Drinks are complimentary during official captain’s welcome and farewell events and the offshore sunset drinks. We invite guests to join the pre-dinner drinks at other times, but alcoholic beverages during these times will be at your own expense. Sustainability in food and beverage Across the Coral Expedition fleet, they are continually looking for ways to improve sustainability to reduce waste, partner with more organic and Fairtrade suppliers, and deliver a food and beverage experience inline with expedition roots and beliefs. They have successfully implemented measures to remove PC plastics and reduce packaging waste in their food and beverage supply chain. Since 2020, Coral Expeditions offer a selection of ecofriendly, Fairtrade and organic beverage products including: Pukka Tea Range: 100 percent certified organic herbs, ethically sourced Veneziano Coffee: 100 percent fairtrade and Australian certified organic by the Biological Farmers Association Tablelands Coffee Black Mountain: Grown locally in Mareeba, Cairns Tablelands of Far North Queensland JUST Water: Packaged in reusable recycled paper-based containers with a lid made from sugar cane in Far North Queensland. Made in Australia with water from Victoria. Snacks and pre-dinner canapés In between shore adventures, the chefs will welcome you back on board with freshly baked treats or delicious canapés to accompany pre-dinner or sunset drinks. When local regulations allow, there may be the chance for impromptu stops to enjoy sunset drinks and canapés in scenic locations. Special meal requirements Vegetarian, vegans, gluten- and dairy-free items are included in all menus. The chefs will happily cater to other special dietary requirements with advance notice. Please advise at time of booking. |
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Get down to Western Australia’s Esperance area and you’ll find yourself a region that offers up natural beauty and superb solitude on an unmatched level. This round-trip journey kicks off in Perth and surfs inland to Wave Rock, whose immense face curves up like the ultimate swell, before hitting the coast again at Fitzgerald River National Park. Hike up mountains and explore hidden coves, then bask in the wonder of Cape Le Grand – we’re talking white powder sands and the odd sunbathing kangaroo. Hit the walking trails of the Sterling Ranges, rub shoulders with colossal eucalypts in the Valley of the Giants, taste the bounty of Australia in Margaret River, then encounter ancient Aboriginal culture in Ngilgi Cave. In just 6 days you’ll experience the amazing attractions of Western Australia's southern gulf. |
The Tasmania cruises run by Coral Expeditions explore the Australia island state at the meeting point of the Southern, Indian and Pacific oceans. The pristine wilderness and national parks here teem with wildlife and rugged mountain ranges meet the sea with soaring coastal cliffs and crescent beaches carved by the elements. Amid this natural backdrop is intriguing colonial history, underpinned by a convict heritage and historic sites. Follow in the footsteps of colonial explorers to far-flung reaches of the island where tales of maritime adventures abound, preserved streetscapes are living museums, and world-class artists find inspiration at every turn. Shaped by a climate straddling the Roaring Forties latitudes, the Apple Isle has verdant valleys and hills of fertile pastures, vineyards and orchards. Emerging from centuries-old cellar doors and farm gates are award-winning cheeses, premium wines, craft beers and artisanal spirits inspired by the ample natural assets of Tasmania. Cruise to the edge of the world on the premium Coral Discoverer on an expedition that unites wombats with wine, beaches with brie, and convict ruins with craft beer in a palate-pleasing adventure cruise into the wild heart of Tasmania.Enjoy an unforgettable 10-night cruise through pristine wilderness and colonial history in Tasmania |
Day 1: Perth to Fitzgerald National Park
Boasting beautiful beaches, sprawling parks and a thriving craft beer scene, Perth is well worth arriving in a few days pre-tour to get to know. Day 1 of our tour we set out early east across the city and over the Darling Ranges, stopping off for lunch at the unusual granite formations Hippo’s Yawn and Wave Rock. Millennia in the making and colossally spectacular, these epic natural sculptures are one very photogenic pit stop. Further south to Fitzgerald River National Park, there’ll be time for an afternoon beach stroll before pitching camp for the night.
Note: driving time today is approximately 9 hours, walking is approx 1.5 hours.
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
Hippo's Yawn and Wave Rock
Meals Included
Lunch
Dinner
Day 2: Fitzgerald River National Park/Stokes National Park to Cape le Grand
Welcome in the day with a hike up East Mt Barren for incredible views across the rugged coastline and waters of The Bight, or don’t – it’s your call. Sleep in if you’d prefer. Once on the road, we’ll stop in for a coffee and stretch in the charming little town of Esperance, then pass through some extraordinary landscapes to Cape Le Grand (we’re talking clear blue seas, chalky white beaches, hidden bays and sunbathing kangaroos). After setting up camp, there’ll be a free afternoon for swimming, bushwalking, stretching out on the sand, or whatever else your heart desires.
Note: driving time today is approximately 3 hours. Walking time is approximately 3 hours.
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 3: Cape Le Grand National Park –Stirling Ranges
The views from the top of Frenchman’s Peak are pretty impressive, so this morning the top of Frenchman’s Peak is where we go. Following the walk, it’s back in the van for the drive into the Stirling Ranges (with a lunch stop near Esperance along the way).
Note: driving time is about 6 hours, walking time is about 4.5 hours
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 4: South West of Western Australia
Cruise along WA’s glorious stretch of coastline, seeing how years of natural erosion have crafted incredible rock sculptures and granite bluffs – the Natural Bridge and The Gap are two of our favorites. Heading inland, we then get to the Valley of the Giants, a giant forest of towering Red Tingle trees, many of which are over 400 years old. Walk amongst these tall tingle trees on the ancient empire walk. Climb the Diamond tree, towering 50 meters above the ground, a native karri tree once used as a fire lookout. It is 1 of 3 wooden top towers in this area and in the world. The day’s last lot of driving brings us to Quinninup camp.
Note: driving time is about 4 hours, walking time is about 1.5 hours.
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Included Activities
Ancient Empire Walk - Valley of the Giants
The Diamond Tree
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 5: Margaret River
Try the delicious local fare of Margaret River. Now’s the time to eat, drink and be merry.
Boutique breweries, chocolate, cheese and even a fudge factory. Today you will have time to browse and explore.
Driving time is about 2 hours.
Accommodation
Camping (with basic facilities) (1 night)
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner
Day 6: Margaret River - Perth
Today it’s time to see some other sides of this remarkable region. Venturing underground at Ngilgi caves, we’ll discover crystalline stalagmites and stalactites that have formed over thousands of years, then hear how the region has traditionally been regarded by its indigenous people during a meet and greet with local residents. Our Overland adventure finishes up back in Perth.
Driving time is about 3.5 hours
Included Activities
Ngilgi Cave Entrance
Koomal Dreaming Aboriginal Cultural Experience
Meals Included
Breakfast
Lunch
Day 1 Depart Hobart
Board your Coral Expeditions small ship at Hobart’s Princes Wharf at 4pm where there is time to settle into your stateroom before our 5pm departure. Take time to acquaint yourself with the facilities before meeting your fellow travellers, the captain and crew at the Captain’s Welcome Drinks. The captain and expedition team will make daily itinerary decisions to maximise the guest experience and take advantage of opportunities opened by the weather. There will be a daily briefing onboard to advise guests on the day’s activities. The expedition will visit Port Davey and Bathurst Harbour, conditions permitting. We always aim to visit these beautiful destinations, but if we are not able to enter, an alternative destination more appropriate to the weather conditions will be chosen by the captain. Please note, the summer temperature can still be very cool especially with the wind chill so warm, layered clothing is essential. Premium accommodation: Coral Discoverer
Day 2 - 10 Days 2 to 10 – key destinations
No two Tasmania cruises with Coral Expeditions will be the same as each expedition is crafted by our experienced Masters and Expedition Leaders, allowing us to quickly respond to favourable weather conditions to offer you the very best of the flora, fauna and wild coastline. Below are the key destinations we visit:
Day 11 Arrive Hobart
Disembark in Hobart at 8am. A post-cruise transfer from the ship to Hobart city or airport is included.
