Australian Natural Adventures

A specialist travel agency for Australia travel andAustralia tours

  Tourism Australia Premier Aussie Specialist
Accredited Tassie, Northern Territory, NT Outback, NSW, Victoria & Queensland Specialists
Matai Fiji Specialist

ORION CRUISES

Australian owned and operated, Orion Expedition Cruises has developed voyages to encourage guests to become a part of the region they are discovering. Orion is designed to access the inaccessible, all in 5-star luxury. The ship combines the best and the latest in design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice- strengthened hull to the chilled champagne and superb cuisine, this is expedition cruising at its finest.

Papua New Guinea, Australia, Antarctica

This is the last availability for the early 08 season

Papua New Guinea – March 15 & April 5 08
Each day of this expedition will reveal yet another aspect to the wonderful cultural diversity of Papua New Guinea and the breathtaking scenery unique to this remote land. This is still a land of magic and spirits despite the best efforts of colonial missionaries over the centuries. A land of 800 languages, the cultural diversity will take your breath away. Whether it is the mysterious art of the Sepik, the fearsome Mudmen of Asaro and their mud “helmets” or the feathered headdresses of a Tufi tribesman, this land never fails to astonish. From volcanic tropical fjords and the flooded crater that is Rabaul’s Simpson Harbour to pristine white sand beaches, the beauty of PNG is wonderfully varied. And along the way are friendly villagers, world-class diving and snorkelling and a region redolent in wartime history.




Melanesia – February 28 08
In February 2008 Orion embarks on a 16 night exploration of the South Pacific, through islands untouched by tourism. As we thread our way from New Zealand to Papua New Guinea we'll visit remote islands settled as early as 25,000 BC by skullworshipping tribes. Today they are some of the most dive-friendly islands in the South Pacific rich in fish and brightly-hued corals. Stroll pristine white sand beaches, soft underfoot, and climb the side of a still-active volcano for an unforgettable view. We'll introduce you to friendly islanders and along the way you'll come face to face with relics from the Coral Sea battles of World War II.

Contact us for more information and to make your booking

1 877 285 1170