Experience the untamed beauty of Australia’s West Coast
Journeying from Exmouth to Broome, this voyage unlocks Western Australia’s most remote marine treasures. Swim alongside whale sharks and manta rays at Ningaloo, uncover the storied past of the Murion and Montebello Islands, then lose yourself in the untouched splendour of the Rowley Shoals. With days spent fishing, diving, beachcombing and exploring by helicopter, every moment offers a new perspective on one of the world’s last great ocean frontiers.
- Ningaloo delivers peak megafauna access: whale sharks, manta rays, and reef ecosystems that are shallow, high-visibility, and reliably productive.
- The Montebello–Muiron arc layers intact marine sanctuaries with rare Cold War history, creating a sequence where biological richness intersects with human impact.
- Rowley Shoals caps the route with one of the world’s most pristine reef systems, offering near-perfect water clarity, high biomass, and aerial-scale geometry only fully grasped via helicopter.
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Welcome aboard the True North II in Exmouth for a cocktail and dinner before we begin an extraordinary journey.
Begin your adventure at World Heritage–listed Ningaloo Reef, where dazzling white beaches meet vibrant coral gardens just metres from the shoreline. Slip into crystal-clear waters to encounter manta rays, dolphins, dugongs, turtles and an endless kaleidoscope of fish. Explore hidden bays and newly discovered sponge gardens with local marine biologist Frazer McGregor, try your hand at light game fishing, or visit the seaside village of Coral Bay.
Discover the history of Norwegian Bay and its old whaling station before another day immersed in Ningaloo’s turquoise waters. Dive or snorkel the rich fringing reefs, surf a rolling break, or book a guided dive at the iconic Exmouth jetty with a local operator.
Venture offshore to the Muiron Islands – a remote marine sanctuary alive with colourful corals and thriving fish populations. Snorkel, fish, dive, or surf in these clear waters, and enjoy stories of the islands’ rich maritime history.
Arrive at the enchanting Montebello Islands, an archipelago of 174 islets steeped in history. From French exploration in the early 1800s to British nuclear testing in the 1950s, the Montes have long captured the imagination. Today, they are a pristine paradise perfect for snorkelling, diving, and fishing.
Start the day with a dawn fishing expedition or join our naturalist for beachcombing and birdwatching in this Important Bird Area (IBA). Spot Fairy Terns, Roseate Terns, and Sooty Oystercatchers before exploring by heli or diving for giant crayfish. In the afternoon wind down with sunset drinks on Vodka Beach.
Enjoy a day at sea as we cruise toward the Rowley Shoals. Arrive at sunset, with the promise of untouched coral reefs waiting to be explored.
Awake to the splendour of Clerke Reef. Spend the day snorkelling, diving, or fishing in waters alive with colour. Walk the sands of Bedwell Island and round off the day with drinks as the sun dips below the horizon.
Dive deeper into the Rowley Shoals experience with more world-class snorkelling and diving among giant clams, vibrant corals, and abundant marine life. Take to the skies for a heli flight to fully appreciate the grandeur of this coral wonderland.
Snorkel in ‘The Aquarium’ – a shallow lagoon teeming with fish – before exploring the outer reef, with sites such as Mermaid Reef, Cod Hole, and Northern Wall offering thrilling underwater encounters. Cap off your voyage with a beach BBQ and our famed island party beneath a canopy of stars.
Disembark in Broome – where red sands meet the Indian Ocean – carrying with you memories of an adventure few will ever experience.
Itineraries are subject to change.
True North
| Built: | 2009 |
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| Length | 50 metres |
The TRUE NORTH allows discerning adventurers to experience wilderness in surroundings more akin to one of the world’s most exclusive hotels. Guests are able to take advantage of a number of lavish 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 plasma screens and, an internet café enables convenient communication with the outside world.
A popular venue on any North Star cruise, the lower deck dining room offers the ultimate in comfort and uninterrupted vista – large panoramic windows ensure that guests never miss any of the action, even when they are enjoying the ‘finest in fine dining’. All cabins feature stylish décor, en-suite facilities, in-house entertainment and satellite telephones. The Explorer Class staterooms and the River Class cabins offer king size beds that can be converted to singles and the Ocean Class twins feature roomy single beds.
Multiple expedition boats provide guests with greater opportunity to do “what they want, when they want” and, to add yet another dimension to adventure, most cruise options feature an onboard helicopter!The purpose built TRUE NORTH is able to explore the upper reaches of shallow river systems – guests need only step out of their cabins to experience wilderness and, the latest in computer controlled motion stabilizers ensures a comfortable ride.
Deck plans are for illustrative purposes only – The actual ship and cabin layout may differ.
