Pearl Expeditions
Max 30 Guests · Kimberley & Indo-Pacific
Backed by the Paspaley Group’s 90 years of Kimberley maritime heritage, Pearl Expeditions carries just 30 guests aboard the boutique expedition motor yacht Paspaley Pearl.
The Onboard Experience
Pearl Expeditions is Australia’s premier boutique expedition operator, born from the Paspaley family’s nine decades of pearling and maritime heritage along the remote Kimberley coast.
Sailing aboard the purpose-built expedition motor yacht Paspaley Pearl, each voyage is strictly limited to just 30 guests cared for by 21 crew and guides. This intimate scale and shallow draft unlock rare access to tidal rivers, horizontal waterfalls, ancient rock-art sites, and remote island communities across the Kimberley, Papua New Guinea, Raja Ampat, and Borneo.
Guided by its "Small Footprints. Infinite Horizons." philosophy, the experience pairs rugged wilderness exploration in custom tenders with refined coastal Australian hospitality and privately accessed Paspaley pearl farms.
- •Boutique expedition motor yacht carrying a maximum of 30 guests with 21 crew and guides
- •90 years of Paspaley maritime heritage with exclusive behind-the-scenes access to working pearl farms
- •Remote itineraries across Australia’s Kimberley coast, Papua New Guinea, Raja Ampat, and Borneo
- •All-inclusive fares covering guided tender excursions, regional wines, and Australian coastal cuisine
Pearl Expeditions Privileges with Sirevaag Travel
Privileges vary by departure, but you can expect this level of curation and added value when arranging your voyage through Sirevaag Travel.
Expedition Ship & Cabin Matching
Objective advice on ice classes, passenger limits (from 30 to 200 guests), and landing regulations in polar and remote waters.
Onboard Credit & Gear Perks
Access exclusive onboard credits or preferred partner amenities on select polar and warm-water expeditions.
Activity & Excursion Pre-Booking
Early registration for limited-capacity activities such as sea kayaking, heli-hiking, zodiac photography, or polar diving.
Gateway City Hotel Curation
Curated stays in key gateway cities like Buenos Aires, Santiago, Reykjavik, or Darwin with full VIP hotel benefits.
Complex Charter & Flight Buffer
Carefully planned flight buffers and private transfers to safeguard against weather delays in remote embarkation ports.
Official Rates & Past-Guest Perks
Access all early-booking reductions, solo supplements waivers, and loyalty benefits with zero advisory markup.
Why book Pearl Expeditions with us?
| Your Experience | Booking Direct | Booking with Sirevaag Travel |
|---|---|---|
| Expedition Fare & Early-Bird Rates | Published expedition fare | Exact same official rate & promotions |
| Preferred Partner Credits | None beyond standard | Up to $200–$500 per suite on eligible sailings |
| Ship Size & Ice-Class Advisory | Pitches only their own fleet | Objective comparison across the world’s top expedition fleets |
| Gateway City Stays & Transfers | Standard group arrangements | Seamless 5-star hotel stays with VIP perks & private transfers |
| Loyalty & Past-Passenger Perks | Earned normally | Fully combined with partner benefits |
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best season to sail the Kimberley with Pearl Expeditions?
The prime Kimberley dry season runs from April/May through September, when dramatic waterfalls are still flowing from the wet season and humpback whales migrate along the Western Australian coast.
Considering a voyage with Pearl Expeditions?
Contact our advisory desk for tailored guidance on itineraries, suite selection, and eligible partner privileges for your preferred sailing.
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