Overview
About Reef Prince
The M.V Reef Prince – operated by Kimberley Expeditions, focuses on value for money Kimberley experiences and delivers! Aboard the 38 metre expedition vessel MV Reef Prince you will find yourself cruising through towering gorges and tributaries, travelling ‘down river’ in the excursion tenders and enjoying waterfalls such as King Cascade or the King George Falls. Kimberley Expeditions offers affordable Kimberley expeditions with a proven history of quality customer service.
Reef Prince Highlights
MV Reef Prince is a 38-metre, 36 guest, fully air conditioned, stable catamaran which is perfect for cruising Australia’s northern coast line in comfort and style. The comfortably appointed Reef Prince offers a selection of 18 all en-suited cabins, with a choice of bedding configurations. There are plenty of seating areas available for you to find a quiet corner or socialise with new found friends. Reef Prince features a magnificent upper deck shaded alfresco area where you can relax in comfort, dine and drink while enjoying the breathtaking, panoramic views. On the vast bow we have seating for all guests to enjoy whales, photograph the gorges or to just relax.
The vessel is designed specifically for the northern coast, allowing you to enjoy the many spectacular sights of the Kimberley and Arnhem Land all with an exceptional standard of safety and comfort. Throughout your cruise experience you will also receive personalised and attentive service of the highest standard from our exceptional crew. The crew are there to ensure you have the cruise of a lifetime and all onboard are passionate about the Kimberley region and want to share this amazing place with you. We also carry smaller expedition vessels, which allow guests to choose from a wide variety of activities available such as bush walking, touring waterfalls and gorges, beach picnics and sunset drinks, fishing, mud crabbing and exploring
Accommodation
STATE CLASS
MID DECK – EXTERIOR/WINDOW
QUEEN SIZED CABIN WITH EN-SUITE
(Port Side Cabins 15 & 17) (Starboard Side Cabins 16 & 18)
Our premium, spacious cabins include: QUEEN BED with en-suite, large viewing windows, television, DVD players, air conditioning, storage cabinet and bar fridge.
CLASS 1
MID DECK – EXTERIOR/WINDOW
DOUBLE CABIN WITH EN-SUITE
(Port Side Cabins 9 & 10) (Starboard Side Cabins 11 & 12)
DOUBLE BED with en-suite, viewing windows, DVD players, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
CLASS 2
MAIN DECK – EXTERIOR/WINDOW
DOUBLE OR TWIN CABINS WITH EN-SUITE
(Port Side Cabins 2 & 4) (Starboard Side Cabins 6 & 8)
Cabins 2, 4, 6: DOUBLE BED with en-suite, personal DVD player, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
Cabin 8: TWIN SINGLE BEDS with en-suite, personal DVD player, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
CLASS 3
MAIN DECK – INTERIOR
DOUBLE CABIN WITH EN-SUITE
(Internal Cabins 1, 3, 5 & 7)
DOUBLE BED with en-suite, personal DVD player, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
CLASS 4
MID DECK – INTERIOR
TWIN CABINS WITH EN-SUITE
(Internal Cabins 13 & 14)
Cabin 13: SINGLE BUNK BEDS with en-suite, DVD player, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
Cabin 14: TWIN SINGLE BEDS with en-suite, personal DVD player, air conditioning, storage cabinet.
Included in your cruise fare:
- Accommodations as booked on board
- All meals on board
- Facilities, port & handling charges
- Excursions and tender transfers
- Govt. Fees & Taxes
- Whilst on the vessel all your catering, ice, tanks, weight belts and air fills
Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to:
- Travel and medical insurance
- Emergency evacuation
- Shopping on board
- Bar expenses
- Hotel transfers may not be included – varies on cruise type
- Optional experiences including helicopter flights
- Single fare guests who do not wish to share with a same sex passenger
- Medical treatment
- Telephone and internet charges
- You will need to bring your own dive & snorkel equipment
Packing Suggestions
Toiletries and Medications
We do require you to bring your own private toiletries which include:
- Personal toiletries/hygiene items (we provide hair-dryers)
- Prescription medication
- Vitamins
- Motion sickness preventative
- Chapstick
- Sun protection (sunscreen is provided on-board)
- Insect repellent (Repellent spray is provided on-board)
Dress Code
We advise guests to pack four to five changes of casual clothing which are comfortable. There is no dress code for dining as a rule, generally “Kimberley casual” attire for evenings is recommended.
Excursions
Light-weight and quick-dry clothing for excursions is recommended. This includes a few pairs of shorts, T-shirts, a long-sleeved shirt and pair of light-weight pants that offer protection against the sun.
Clothing
- T-shirts/Blouses – Short-sleeved, quick-drying and sun protected
- Long-sleeved Shirts – Quick drying, sun-protected and breathable (Can be purchased on-board)
- Jumper/Jacket- Suitable for cooler nights
- Shorts – Loose, quick-drying and comfortable
- Pants – Long, light-weight and comfortable.
- Sleep wear, undergarments and socks
- Bathing suits for swimmers
Footwear
- Enclosed walking shoes (sneakers or similar with good ankle support for bush walking).
- Shoes/Sandals (for on board and scenic excursions)
- We also recommend you bring another pair of shoes that you do not mind getting wet as we regularly have wet landings
- Reef shoes or equivalent with good ankle support – a pair of redundant joggers are a cheaper option.
Extras
- Sports towel (quick drying and light weight)
- Wide-brim hat (available for purchase on-board)
- Polarised sunglasses
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