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Coral Adventurer, The Louisiades, Solomons & Vanuatu ex Cairns to Port Vila

Cruise Coral Adventurer, The Louisiades, Solomons & Vanuatu ex Cairns to Port Vila
Cruise Line Coral Expeditions
Ship Coral Adventurer
Destination South Pacific & New Zealand
Brief Description 16 Night Cruise sailing from Cairns to Port Vila aboard Coral Adventurer.
Type of Cruise Speciality
Departure Date 12 Jan 2026
Cruise Description 16 Night Cruise sailing from Cairns to Port Vila aboard Coral Adventurer.

Join us onboard Coral Adventurer, for our long-awaited return to the remarkable Melanesian Islands on this voyage through Papua New Guinea, the hidden Solomons and Vanuatu. Discover idyllic tropical island outposts such as the Laughlan Islands, Tetepare and Panasia Island. Visit sacred Skull Island in the spectacular Vonavona Lagoon and learn about slain warriors and headhunting traditions. Share ancient “kastom” such as the Rom Dancers of Ambrym and witness islanders living a traditional subsistence lifestyle, little changed for centuries. Focus on the fascinating anthropological history of the islands and how the Austronesian and Papuan people have inhabited the region through the centuries encountering early explorers and sea traders to the dramatic conflicts of World War II. Enjoy adventure-filled days surrounded by natural wonders as we explore the ‘blue holes’ of Espiritu Santo, view active volcanoes, snorkel and dive on vibrant reef systems and encounter unique wildlife.

- Cruise, snorkel, and dive in the stunning and remote Louisiade Archipelago of Papua New Guinea, and swim in one of Espiritu Santo’s iconic ‘blue holes’.
- Visit Skull Island in Vonavona Lagoon, one of the most sacred sites in the Solomons which is the final resting place of many slain warrior chiefs.
- View diverse wildlife at Tetepare, the conservation jewel of the South Pacific while walking through the jungle.
- Learn about local ‘kastom’ and kula ring trading during village visits and witness the famous Rom Dance performed at volcanic Ambrym, the black magic centre of Vanuatu.
- Snorkel and dive in the world’s largest double barrier enclosed reef saltwater lagoon at Marovo Lagoon, over healthy reefs teeming with fish life.

Note: This itinerary is an indication of the destinations we visit and activities on offer. Throughout the expedition we may make changes to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions, and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel. Coral Expeditions suggests that you do not arrive on the day of embarkation or depart on the day of disembarkation due to any changes that may occur in scheduling.
Sailing Dates
12 Jan 2026
Pricing
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Cruise Itinerary
Date Port Arrive Depart
12 Jan 2026 Cairns, Qld, Australia Embark
13 Jan 2026 Coral Sea, Qld Cruising only
14 Jan 2026 Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea
15 Jan 2026 Calvados Chain, Louisiade Archipelago, Papua New Guinea
16 Jan 2026 Calvados Chain, Louisiade Archipelago, Papua New Guinea
17 Jan 2026 Laughlan Islands, Papua New Guinea
18 Jan 2026 Gizo, Ghizo Island, Solomon Islands And Njari Reef
19 Jan 2026 Vona Vona Lagoon, Solomon Islands
20 Jan 2026 Tetepare, Solomon Islands
21 Jan 2026 Marovo Lagoon, Solomon Islands
22 Jan 2026 Nggela Sule, Solomon Islands (Florida Islands)
23 Jan 2026 Star Harbour, Solomon Islands Makira
24 Jan 2026 Nendo Island, Solomon Islands
25 Jan 2026 Loh Island, Torres Islands, Vanuatu
26 Jan 2026 Espiritu Santo Island Vanuatu
27 Jan 2026 Ambrym Island Vanuatu
28 Jan 2026 Port Vila Vanuatu Disembark
All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.

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