kimberley odyssey charters
Welcome aboard for a unique journey to one of the most remote areas in Australia. Our cruise North of Broome will cover some of natures best kept secrets and place you amongst some of natures extremes. You will witness both the beauty and raw power of our Northern coastline. Our adventure can cover the unspoilt natural beauty and spectacular scenery of the Lacepede Islands, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Water Falls, Sale, Prince Regent River, King Cascade and Camp Creek to mention just a few. Charters can be tailored to you and your group. Join our friendly crew within the comforts of the Odyssey to help you experience each location to its fullest. Our exciting wilderness adventure ends with us back in Broome.
Facilities on Board Sleeping Accommodation
For your comfort we limit numbers 10 for our Kimberley Charters. The Odyssey Abrolhos has 3 cabins below deck comprising 10 bunks and 4 bunks within the lounge. Most bunks have storage beneath and alongside.
Fly bridge - Sleeping for at least 6. The fly bridge has several large lounges that convert to open air sleeping for those wishing to enjoy the magnificent stars and fresh air.
Gear storage Personal gear can be stored in your storage cabinet under or besides your bunk. Personal drinks can be stored in the icebox on the fly bridge.
Toilets Both are at the aft of the boat. Ladies and Gents can use either. The water in the basin and shower is drinking quality water. Showers You are welcome to have a hot shower whenever you want. These are located in either toilet. If you want it really hot, ask one of the crew to start the generator, if it's not already purring away.
During 2003 you can join an existing group for $3,200 for 10 days or your group can hire the whole boat, fully catered (BYO alcohol) with two tenders for $2,600 per day, sleeping 10 people.
Expeditions in 2003 are from :
May 18th to 29th (Fully Booked)
June 6th to 15th (Places Available)
June 20th to July 1st (Fully Booked)
July 4th to 13th (Places Available)
July 18th to 27th (Places Available)
August 1st to 10th (Places Available)
August 15th to 24th (Fully Booked)
August 29th to September 7th (Places Available)
Access to the Boat You are free to access all areas. If you want to come into the wheelhouse just ask and we'll be pleased to show you around. We'd also be happy to give you a complete guided tour on the engine room.
Leaving the Boat Your safety is our biggest responsibility. To ensure the only physical defect you take home is an uncontrollable grin, we've set a few simple guidelines in place: 1. Do not leave the boat until the skipper or one of his crew gives you the "all clear". We'll generally give you a quick briefing as to what to expect in that area. 2. You will be checked in when you return to the boat and counted before we leave an area. Do not return to the water after you have been counted on.
Safety 1st Aid. An extensive first aid kit is available. Ask one of the crew. It's a good idea to get on top of even minor cuts and scratches as in these warm waters they can quickly fester.
Life Jackets. Kept under the dinette lounge.
Life Rafts. Manually released by the crew or automatically released at 3-4m. Medical oxygen is available on board. Full details will be given during your on board briefing
Food & Drink There's plenty of soft drinks in the icebox - help yourself. There's usually a kettle on in the galley. Help yourself to a cuppa whenever we are in calm water. The water in the galley or bathroom sink is fine to drink. If you're starving between meals, let the crew know and we'll put something together for you. If you have any special requirements, please let us know a week before the charter.
Rubbish Please no rubbish into our ocean. We have a large bin at the aft of the boat. To minimise space please compress all cans and rubbish.
Boat Facts
The Odyssey Abrolhos is a purpose built charter boat. She is 16m in length with a 5.0m beam, and draws 1.8 metres. Her keel runs the full length of the vessel protecting the prop and allowing her to sit safely in shallow rivers. A big quiet 1000Hp Mercedes diesel powers her. She can cruise at 14 knots with a top speed of around 24 knots. Seaquest Boat Builders built her in Perth in the year 2001. She is surveyed for up to 12 passengers overnight however we limit her to 10 for your comfort. An on board desalination plant provides plenty of high quality fresh water. Several freezers ensure our food is kept fresh for our 10 days at sea. 240 Volt power is provided by a 13kVA Isuzu diesel generator or a completely quiet inverter for the night. She carries a compliment of the latest navigational equipment, radios, satellite communications, and a full DVD entertainment system.
Personal Gear Whilst the Odyssey is a purpose built charter vessel she still has limitations in terms of gear storage and general space. Please try to limit your personal gear and keep it neatly packed in soft bags.
Sleeping The Odyssey Abrolhos is a purpose built charter vessel designed with your comfort in mind. Bring a doona or a sleeping bag and a pillow. You're welcome to bring swag and sleep on the fly bridge under the stars, sleep under cover on the deck, or go below to one of the comfortable sleeping quarters. The choice is yours.
Boating We have two 13ft tenders available to serve our needs from cruising up the rivers to just exploring a hidden bay. One of our crew will always ensure you have a safe trip.
Beach Walking, Hiking and Camping Ashore Hard shoes, Binoculars, Goodies bag, Water bottle, Camera. Etc.
Food & Drink We've got your food covered. If you have any special dietary needs, please let us know upon making your final payment, 2 week prior to departure. We supply all your dinks except alcohol, which you're welcome to bring. For safety reasons, please bring no glass, except wine bottles.
Personal Travel Insurance. Odyssey Vessel Management Pty Ltd strongly recommends you have comphrehensive person travel insurance to cover all emergency medical situations and cancellation refunds.
Cancellation & Payment Terms i) 30% non-refundable deposit to be paid to confirm booking at customer's discretion. ii) 70% (being complete payment) due 60 days before the charter. iii) If cancellation occurs at the operator's discretion (i.e. due to poor weather or insufficient customers) a full refund will be given. iv) Cheques to Odyssey Vessel Management Pty Ltd, cash and credit cards can be accepted.
Transfers from Broome to the Odyssey. We are happy to assist with the organisation of taxis and accommodation if required however transfers are at the passenger responsibility Departure Our Long Term Kimberley charters leave from Broome's Roebuck Bay. Boarding by 6am in the morning and departing shortly after. For more info or to make a booking - Email info@wildplaces.net.au
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