Le Laperouse
Cruise in intimate luxury aboard brand-new, exclusively chartered mega-yacht ‘Le Laperouse’, featuring a guest capacity limited to just 1... Read more
Discover a vast South Pacific paradise of stunning coral reefs, remote tropical islands, pristine white-sand beaches and towering volcanic mountains with diving, snorkelling and Zodiac shore excursions led by your A&K Expedition Team. Your voyage also reveals the islands’ diverse Indigenous cultures, as well as their fascinating World War II historic sites.
Journey Highlights
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We’re pleased to present an exclusive offer on this incredible journey. Simply book two people in a double occupancy stateroom or suite and the second guest will receive 50% off the price of their cruise. Please contact us or your travel advisor for more information.
Terms & Conditions: Book 2 people in a double occupancy stateroom or suite, and the second guest pays 50% of the advertised price. Valid on all cabin categories. Guests must be sharing the same cabin. 50% valid off current website prices, is combinable with other discounts (Single Supplement offer excluded). Prices are per person, double occupancy. International air not included. Offers valid on new bookings only, are subject to availability,
and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply.
Arrive in Cairns and meet your fellow guests. Later, board your luxurious small ship and embark. Enjoy a welcome reception on board this evening.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: D
Cruise north toward Papua New Guinea as your enrichment program begins with engaging presentations by the A&K Expedition Team.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Today, cruise into Milne Bay and come ashore in the Papua New Guinea port of Alotau. Once ashore, you might explore traditional village life, learn about the legacy of the war canoe or visit the Milne Bay War Memorial.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Your Captain charts a course for Fergusson Island, a stunning enclave of mountains, rainforests and geysers. Here, you might venture into the rainforest in search of exotic bird species and remote hot springs. Alternatively, swim before heading back to the ship. Then, cruise to Dobu, a remote island renowned for its vibrant Indigenous culture. You may choose to come ashore and visit a local village, or snorkel or dive.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Cruise to Cape Nelson and come ashore amid the fjord lands surrounding the port of Tufi. Here, you might explore local Indigenous traditions, enjoy some birdwatching, relax on the beach, or dive or snorkel the reefs.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Today, explore the Tami Islands, a small group of coral atolls surrounded by reefs and cays. The largest island is renowned for a crystal-clear lagoon abundant with marine life and stunning coral formations. Here, you may choose to dive or snorkel amid Spanish dancer jellyfish, blue sea star and pelagic fish. Alternatively, explore the flora, fauna and colourful birds that call this island paradise home.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Cruise to the Trobriand Islands, a remote bastion of traditional Indigenous culture. You might choose to come ashore on Kuiawa Island, where you visit a local primary school and learn about traditional dancing, woodcarving and gardening. Or, you might opt to snorkel or dive amid surgeonfish, rabbitfish, clownfish, damselfish and snapper, as well as table, bran and leather corals.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Sail east toward the Solomon Islands today, taking the opportunity to enjoy the amenities, enrichment lectures and conversations with your Expedition Team.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Your exploration of the Solomon Islands begins in Gizo, the historic port town of Ghizo Island. Once ashore, you may choose to visit Gizo’s markets and learn about its renowned woodcarving tradition. You may also take advantage of the island’s world-class snorkelling and diving. Cruise onward to Njari, an uninhabited island renowned the world over for its spectacular diving and snorkelling. Here, you can opt to dive into an underwater realm of coral gardens, blacktip reef shark, damselfish and octopus.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Sail southeastward to the Russell Islands of Pavuvu and Mbanika, two islands that served as Allied bases during World War II. When these bases were abandoned in 1945, much of the military machinery was dumped into the sea. Snorkel and explore with your Expedition Team, or opt for a local village visit revealing the island’s cultural traditions, natural wonders and rich World War II history.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Sail into Roderick Bay, a tropical postcard framed by sandy island beaches. Go ashore to learn about the local Indigenous culture; take in the wreck of the ‘World Discoverer,’ a ship that beached here in 2001; or snorkel or dive the bay’s stunning reefs.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Today, explore Rennell Island, one of the world’s largest raised coral atolls and home to Lake Tegano, a former lagoon that now harbors a wealth of endemic species. Go ashore in search of the island’s exotic birds, snakes, snails and crabs; hike the cliffs surrounding the UNESCO listed Lake Tegano; or snorkel the vibrant reefs of Kangava Bay.
'Le Laperouse' | Meals: BLD
Disembark in Honiara, the main port of Guadalcanal, an island that witnessed one of the most decisive battles of World War II. Once ashore, tour historic military sites such as Henderson Field. Then, catch a charter flight back to Cairns, where you transfer to the Crystalbrook Riley.
Crystalbrook Riley | Meals: BLD
This morning, transfer to the airport and return home.
Meals: B
Note: Itinerary is for guidance purposes only and may be adjusted due to unforeseen circumstances including weather, medical emergencies and other conditions beyond A&K’s control at the sole discretion of the Captain.
This journey contains some active elements, including walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes.
Honiara/Cairns Economy Class flights included.
Minimum age is 7 years.
Categories 4–8 include room upgrade at the hotel and butler service aboard the ship.
First group event: welcome briefing on Oct 17.
Last group event: disembarkation on Oct 29.
Included with this Luxury Expedition Cruise
Contact one of our Journey Designers to start planning your itinerary.
Cruise in intimate luxury aboard brand-new, exclusively chartered mega-yacht ‘Le Laperouse’, featuring a guest capacity limited to just 1... Read more
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy
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Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Classic Stateroom - Category 1 | Price AU$25,220pp was AU$29,830 | Single Supplement AU$5,075 was AU$20,300 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Deluxe Stateroom - Category 2 | Price AU$29,065pp was AU$33,675 | Single Supplement AU$5,768 was AU$23,070 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Prestige Stateroom - Category 3 | Price AU$32,145pp was AU$36,755 | Single Supplement AU$6,344 was AU$25,375 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Deluxe Suite - Category 4 | Price AU$42,145pp was AU$46,755 | Single Supplement AU$37,375 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Privilege Suite - Category 5 | Price AU$45,990pp was AU$50,600 | Single Supplement AU$40,915 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Prestige Two-Room Suite - Category 6 | Price AU$56,760pp was AU$61,370 | Single Supplement AU$50,610 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Grand Deluxe Suite - Category 7 | Price AU$65,990pp was AU$70,600 | Single Supplement AU$58,915 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Cabin Class Le Laperouse: Owner's Suite - Category 8 | Price AU$70,605pp was AU$75,215 | Single Supplement AU$63,070 | Internal Air (From) Included | Availability Call for Availability | Enquire |
Terms & Conditions
Save $4,610 per person: Valid on the 2024 South Pacific Cruise: Papua New Guinea & Solomon Islands. Offer valid for new bookings only, on any stateroom or suite, subject to availability, and may be withdrawn at any time. Other restrictions may apply.
Save 75% on the single supplement in stateroom categories 1-3 on
select 2024 Luxury Expedition Cruises. Offer subject to availability and
may be withdrawn at any time. Not combinable with Marco Polo or any other single
supplement discounts.
Offers subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time.
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