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Coral Discoverer

3 reviews | 446° place out of 739
74.38
Coral Discoverer
Details
  • Shipyard NQEA Pty Ltd
  • Year 2005
  • Length 63.00 m
  • Beam 13.00 m
  • Tons 1,838 gt
  • Decks 4
  • Cabins 36
  • Passengers 72
  • Crew 25
  • Crew/Pax ratio 1 : 2.88
  • Currency AUD
  • Language English
  • Flag Australia
Description

Coral Discoverer began service in 2005 and was at the time and still is today one of the most elegant ships in the expedition cruise segment. It can accommodate up to 72 passengers, and the reduced draught allows it to access exclusive locations and breathtaking panoramas in Australia. Its tender, Xplorer, is equipped with a hydraulic lowering system and can accommodate all 72 passengers for excursions to beaches and rivers. The Coral Discoverer is equipped with active stabilizers that use the latest technology to ensure comfortable navigation in open waters and is equipped with modern safety and navigation equipment and wireless Internet service. The entire crew is of Australian or New Zealand nationality.
Gabriele Bassi

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Quinlan F @Quin New Contributor (1) 23/07/2025
85.06

A 10-Day Expedition aboard Coral Discoverer

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The 10-day cruise along Australia’s Kimberley Coast aboard the Coral Discoverer was one of the most authentic and remote experiences I’ve ever had. Unlike larger floating resorts, this ship carries around 70 passengers, creating an intimate and relaxed atmosphere throughout the journey. The service was exceptional: the crew was warm and attentive, the meals were gourmet and inspired by Australian flavors, and the accommodations were simple yet very comfortable. But the true highlight was the immersive connection with nature – from breathtaking waterfalls like King George Falls to ancient, time-carved canyons, Aboriginal rock art sites, and sightings of extraordinary wildlife including saltwater crocodiles, sea eagles, and dugongs. Zodiac excursions and guided hikes were well-organized and led by knowledgeable, passionate guides. The ability to explore places inaccessible by land made this cruise truly one-of-a-kind.

Cruising area
Australia, New Zealand
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Cruised (10 days)
Language
English
Period
Jul 2025
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
United Kingdom
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Karl S @Karl Expert Contributor (7) 04/01/2020
69.67

Tasmania cruise with Coral Expeditions

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Very nice cruise with this little yacht. Staff is great and makes you feeling like at home. Landscapes and excursions were also wonderful, hope to come back soon in this wonderful places. Coral Expeditions offers intimate ships, nice staff and good food.

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Australia, New Zealand
Experience
Cruised (8 days)
Language
Italian
Period
Feb 2019
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Sweden
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Gabriele B @Kingcruiser Expert Contributor (14) 31/07/2018 Author
68.40

Very good experience

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Modern and confortable

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Few services

Cruising area
Transpacific and Pacific Islands
Experience
Cruised (7 days)
Language
English
Period
Feb 2016
Who cruised?
Couple
Nationality
Ireland
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