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Australia's Iconic Kimberley

10 Night Fly Cruise and Stay


  • Cruise Line: Ponant
  • Ship: Le Soleal
  • Package Departs: 18 August 2026
  • Package Duration: 10 Nights
  • Offer Type: Fly Cruise and Stay
  • Embark Ship: Broome, WA, Australia
  • Disembark Ship: Darwin, NT, Australia
Australia's Iconic Kimberley Fly, Cruise & Stay package includes:
- Return economy class airfare from Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide or Perth to Broome and ex Darwin on return inc. tax
- 1 pre-night hotel and transfers on arrival OR 1 post-night hotel with transfers on departure (includes continental breakfast)
- Transfer from airport to port on arrival in Broome (if your chosen hotel stay is in Darwin post-cruise)^
- 10 night Kimberley expedition cruise aboard Le Soleal from Broome to Darwin
- All meals while on board the ship (from dinner on the day of embarkation to breakfast on the day of disembarkation)
- Captain`s welcome cocktail and gala dinner onboard
- Open Bar (pouring wines, house champagne, alcohol except premium brands) during cruise
- Evening entertainment and events
- Room service 24h (special selection)
- Highly qualified bilingual French/English expedition team
- Zodiac excursions
- Park entry fees into protected areas (where applicable)
- Port taxes

^Not included: Departure transfer from port to airport in Darwin, when pre-cruise stay in Broome is chosen.
Special Conditions
*Conditions Apply: All prices shown here are per person share twin (unless stated as single) in AUD, based on best available cruise fare at time of publication (17Jul25) based on current Ponant bonus discount of 15% where applicable which can and does change without prior notice. Some cabins may have obstructed views. Cruise deposit, amendment and cancellation conditions apply. Travel agent service fees may apply. Special conditions apply - please ask for full details at time of enquiry. All passports, vaccinations and visas are the responsibility of the travelling guest to secure prior to departure from Australia. Please note that the prices shown here are not shown in real time. While we endeavour to keep our pricing as up-to-date as possible, the advertised prices shown here may differ from the prices in our booking system at time of reservation. Transfers mentioned are only included if guests are arriving/departing by air at specific airports on exact package dates. We reserve the right to correct errors without penalty. Any hotels, transfers and airline carriers listed are at the discretion of Ponant. Programme and flight schedule are subject to change without prior notice.

Fly, Stay & Cruise - 2026 Offer: Offer includes 1 pre-night hotel and transfers on arrival OR 1 post-night hotel with transfers on departure (subject to availability), return flights in Economy class from major Australian cities. Offer valid when booking select 2026 Kimberley itineraries in all cabin categories onboard Le Soleal and Le Jacques Cartier. Offer also available on Australia's West Coast Odyssey itineraries onboard Le Soleal departing 29 July and 8 August 2026. Offers available for new bookings only for travellers departing Australia made by 30 September 2025, unless extended. Offer includes 1 pre-night or 1 post-night package and return economy class non-refundable airfares and taxes booked with PONANT. Pre-night package includes 1 night only pre-cruise accommodation at Ponant's selected properties in room categories held by Ponant (Subject to change) and Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Pier group transfers in Darwin or in Broome to the embarkation meeting place. Post-night package includes 1 night only post-cruise accommodation at Ponant's selected properties in room categories held by Ponant (Subject to change) and Pier to Hotel and Hotel to Airport group transfers in Darwin or in Broome. Return airfares: offer is based on Economy class non-refundable airfares with an airline of Ponant’s choosing depending on best available routing to port of embarkation and from port of disembarkation. Flights are available from major Australian cities. All offers are subject to availability of airline and booking class. Once class is sold out, surcharges apply. Flights must be booked by Ponant. Should you choose to depart earlier than your scheduled tour/cruise departure, or make variations to airline routings, surcharges may apply. Airline schedules are subject to change without notice and Ponant is not liable for any additional costs incurred due to airline schedule changes. Flights must be booked as soon as they are released by the airlines. Any changes made after ticketing may incur amendment and/or cancellation fees. Air taxes vary for each departure point and routing of airline and are subject to change. Fuel surcharges are subject to change and an additional fuel surcharge may apply. Frequent flyer miles/points may not be awarded on all airfares. Upgrades to business class are available at additional cost.
Special Validity Dates
Special is valid from 9 June 2025 to 30 September 2025 or until sold out/withdrawn.
Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
18 Aug 2026 Broome, WA, Australia 6:00 PM
19 Aug 2026 Lacepede Islands, Western Australia
20 Aug 2026 Collier Bay, Western Australia
21 Aug 2026 Collier Bay, Western Australia
22 Aug 2026 Careening Bay, WA
23 Aug 2026 Hunter River, West Australia
24 Aug 2026 Swift Bay
25 Aug 2026 Vansittart Bay, Western Australia
26 Aug 2026 King George River, Western Australia
27 Aug 2026 At Sea    
28 Aug 2026 Darwin, NT, Australia 7:00 AM
For your serenity, a transfer to the ship is organised on the day of embarkation and this is included in your cruise fare.

Embarkation day – Broome

In Broome, the meeting point for embarkation is at the Mangrove Hotel, 47 Carnarvon St, Broome.

For guests arriving at the airport on the day of embarkation, you will be transferred to the Mangrove Hotel. Upon airport arrival, please make yourself known to the Broome Transit Desk to arrange your “shuttle bus” transfer to the Mangrove Hotel. The Broome Transit Desk is located in the arrival’s hall, next to the carousel.

For guests who booked a PONANT pre-cruise package, your transfer from your hotel to the Mangrove Hotel will be at 2pm.

For guests who have booked their own Broome accommodation, please ensure you arrive at the Mangrove Hotel, no later than 3pm for your transfer to the ship.At the Mangrove Hotel, all guests can enjoy some leisure time around the property or enjoy Broome City until the transfer to the ship at 3pm.

– Cruise onboard your ship –

Please note:

To anticipate your bus transfer before embarkation, your travel agent will need to advise PONANT of your flight arrival details.

If you are arriving into Australia on an international flight, please note that you will need to clear immigration, pick up your luggage and check them in again at the domestic terminal for your connecting flight into Broome.

Local English-speaking assistance services will be provided.

This programme is subject to change.

Designed in 2013 and loyal to the PONANT spirit, Le Soléal like her sisterships embodies the subtle alliance between luxury, intimacy and wellbeing which is Ponant’s signature. The elegance of her exterior and interior lines and her intimate size (only 132 staterooms and suites)make this a rare and innovative yacht on the cruise market.

Interior Design:
With her fluid lines and a modern colour scheme combining natural wood with shades of grey and white, Le Soléal presents references to a nautical theme.


Ship Profile & Stats
  • Maiden voyage: 2013
  • Length: 142 metres
  • Beam: 18 metres
  • Speed: 16 knots
  • Ship registration: France
  • Passenger capacity (dbl): 264
  • Officer nationality: French
Ship Amenities
  • Individually Controlled Air Conditioning & Heating
  • Mini Bar
  • Flat screen satellite Television
  • iPod Players
  • Video on Demand
  • In Room Safe
  • Hair Dryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Direct-dial telephone
  • 110/220 volts outlet
  • 24 Hour Room Service
  • Internet Access Wifi
Ship Facilities
  • Boutique's
  • Library
  • Internet Station
  • Main Lounge
  • Gastronomic Restaurant
  • Swimming Pool
  • Hair Salon
  • Massage Rooms
  • Beauty Salon
  • Fitness Centre
  • Theatre
  • Medical Centre
  • Sun Deck
  • Open Air Bar
  • Panoramic Terrace
  • Panoramic Lounge
  • Grill Restaurant
EXPERIENCE CRUISING ANOTHER WAY, DISCOVER THE MAGIC OF YACHT CRUISES.

Our mission is to transport you to mythical destinations and secret ports only accessible to small capacity ships.

To offer the delights of a French-inspired cuisine in an intimate environment - a discreet service where no attention to detail is spared - and unforgettable moments of relaxation on board elegant yachts of character.

To combine sophistication and conviviality, with priority given to authentic experiences, emotions and the ongoing quest for excellence.

Yacht cruises: more than a cruise, a privilege...

Attentive, professional, discreet and elegant, the fully bilingual service on board will meet your every desire. Our unique atmosphere is filled with a signature sentiment: a warm welcome from an experienced crew who are passionate about what they do, in the tradition of private yachting.

In the dining areas, our gourmet cuisine is worthy of top fine dining restaurants: exquisite wines are available, and menus are created with expertise by our skilled chefs with a French-inspired menu enhanced by specialties from our various ports of call.

Pleasure, enrichment, discovery: relax - we take care of everything...

Deck 02

Deck 03

Deck 04

Deck 05

Deck 06

Deck 07

Owner's Suite Owner's Suite
Surface : 45 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin.

The Owner's suite is situated on Deck 6. It has been decorated by Franch interior designers and will provide you with a breathtakting panoramic sea view. Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed
or twin beds Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand

safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet acces wifi.

Prestige Deck 6 Suite Prestige Deck 6 Suite
Surface : 37 m². Capacity :up to 4 passengers per cabin. 8m² private balcony Individually-controlled air-conditioning King-size bed or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen Satellite TV Desk with stationery Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet access wifi.

Prestige Deck 5 Suite Prestige Deck 5 Suite
Surface : 37 m². Capacity :up to 4 passengers per cabin.

8m² private balcony
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players

Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi.

Deluxe Suite Deluxe Suite
Surface : 27 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin.

Private balcony. Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand

Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet acces wifi.

Prestige Deck 6 Prestige Deck 6
Surface : 18 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin. Private balcony Individually-controlled air-conditioning King-size bed or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen Satellite TV Desk with stationery Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi.

Prestige Deck 5 Prestige Deck 5
Surface : 18 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin. Private balcony Individually-controlled air-conditioning King-size bed or twin beds Shower Minibar Flat screen Satellite TV Desk with stationery Ipod™ players Video on demand Safe Hairdryer Bath robes Satellite direct line telephone 110/220 volts outlet French bath products 24hr room service Internet acces wifi.

Prestige Deck 4 Prestige Deck 4
Surface : 18 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin.

Private balcony
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players

Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet acces wifi.

Deluxe Stateroom Deluxe Stateroom
Surface : 18 m². Capacity :up to 2 passengers per cabin.

Private balcony
Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players

Video on demand
Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet acces wifi.

Superior Stateroom Superior Stateroom
Surface : 21 m², Capacity :up to 3 passengers per cabin.

Individually-controlled air-conditioning
King-size bed or twin beds
Shower
Minibar
Flat screen
Satellite TV
Desk with stationery
Ipod™ players
Video on demand

Safe
Hairdryer
Bath robes
Satellite direct line telephone
110/220 volts outlet
French bath products
24hr room service
Internet access wifi.

From

AU $17,120*

per person
*All prices are per person twin share unless stated as solo, triple or quad share.
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