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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea - 12 Nights Madang to Cairns

Ship: Coral Discoverer   
Departure: Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Nights: 12 nights
Departs: Madang
Returns: Cairns
Prices are Avg twin share per person in AUD, include all taxes and are subject to change.
Main B 
$13,800
$1150/day
Main A 
$14,900
$1241/day
Promenade 
$17,300
$1441/day
Balcony 
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One Way Trip
One
way trip
Duration
12
Nights
Days at Sea
10
Sea Days
Ports
3
Ports
Countries Visted
2
Countries

  • Itinerary

    Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea - 12 Nights Madang to Cairns

    Ports of call

    To find out more about the itinerary for this cruise, select the itinerary items below.

    Day Date Port of Call Arrival Departure
    1 Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Madang, Papua New Guinea
    View of Madang, Papua New Guinea

    Madang is the capital of Madang Province and a port on the north coast of Papua New Guinea. It was settled by Germans in the 19th C, then under Australian administration from 1919, and occupied by Japanese 1942-1944 when the town was virtually wiped out. Today its population of 24,000 includes many expatriates, and the city is the base for many NGOs and business branches. Read more about Madang, Papua New Guinea
    2 Wednesday, October 14, 2026 Umboi & Tuam Island
    3 Thursday, October 15, 2026 Kumbun Island & Pulia River
    4 Friday, October 16, 2026 Lababia Village & Biangatu Island
    5 Saturday, October 17, 2026 Sea Day
    6 Sunday, October 18, 2026 Goodenough & Wagifa Island
    7 Monday, October 19, 2026 Sewa Bay & Boia Boia Waga Island
    8 Tuesday, October 20, 2026 Deboyne Island & Surrounding Lagoons
    9 Wednesday, October 21, 2026 Exploration Of The Calvados Chain
    10 Thursday, October 22, 2026 Tawali & Nuakata Island
    11 Friday, October 23, 2026 Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea

    Samarai is a small island (800m by 400m) in the China Straits, just three kilometres from the mainland, off the SE tip of the Bird’s Tail Peninsula of New Guinea. Milne Bay lies a few kilometres to the north. The island is part of the Samarai Islands of the Louisiade Archipelago. Read more about Samarai Island, Papua New Guinea
    12 Saturday, October 24, 2026 Coral Sea
    13 Sunday, October 25, 2026 Cairns, Australia 13:30
    View of Cairns, Australia

    Cairns is a Far North Queensland city located on the northeast coast of Australia. This laid-back city is just over a 2 hour flight from Brisbane, Queensland’s state capital. With a backdrop of rainforest mountains, Cairns is known to be the gateway of 2 iconic Australian sites, The Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. Read more about Cairns, Australia

  • Ship

    Coral Discoverer Overview

    Coral Discoverer

    The Coral Discoverer is a luxurious and well-appointed expedition ship, perfect for exploring remote destinations in comfort and style. With a maximum capacity of just 72 passengers, the ship provides an intimate and personalized experience, allowing guests to get up close and personal with the natural wonders they are exploring. The ship boasts spacious and well-appointed cabins, all with private en-suite facilities, air conditioning, and plenty of storage space. Guests can relax in the ship's comfortable lounge areas, including a bar, lounge, and outdoor deck space, and enjoy delicious meals in the ship's restaurant, which serves a range of international cuisine.

  • Cabins

    Coral Discoverer Cabins

    Balcony

    Balcony
    Balcony on the Coral Discoverer Balcony on the Coral Discoverer

    Cabin Types

    1

    Located on the exclusive Bridge Deck close to the Lounge and Bridge, the six spacious Bridge Deck staterooms are 20sqm in size and open out onto private balconies for expansive ocean views, along with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice ofJunior King or twin bedding.

    Promenade

    Promenade
    Promenade on the Coral Discoverer Promenade on the Coral Discoverer

    Cabin Types

    BP, AP

    Located in the bow of the ship and encircled by a promenade, the Promenade Deck (Cat B) staterooms are 15sqm in size and feature picture windows for expansive ocean views, along with a desk, telephone and Junior King bedding.

    Main A

    Main A
    Main A on the Coral Discoverer Main A on the Coral Discoverer

    Cabin Types

    AM

    Located on the exclusive Bridge Deck close to the Lounge and Bridge, the six spacious Bridge Deck staterooms are 20sqm in size and open out onto private balconies for expansive ocean views, along with a sofa, desk, telephone and your choice ofJunior King or twin bedding.

    Main B

    Main B
    Main B on the Coral Discoverer Main B on the Coral Discoverer

    Cabin Types

    BM

    Located close to the Dining Room, the three spacious Main Deck (Category B) staterooms are 18sqm in size and feature twin portholes for expansive ocean views, along with a desk, sofa, telephone and your choice of Junior King or twin bedding.

  • Deck Plans

    Coral Discoverer Deck Plans

    Legend

  • Promotions

    Current Cruise Deals for Coral Discoverer

    Coral Expeditions Offer

    Coral Expeditions Offer

    Whichever sailing you choose, you’ll enjoy amenities including:

    • Daily guided expeditions and sightseeing
    • All meals onboard*
    • Selected beverages
    • Guest lecturers, presentations and an open Bridge policy*
    • Complimentary Wi-Fi (Starlink)*

    Terms & Conditions apply.

Cabin Availability

Hold a cabin or view live cabin availability aboard Coral Discoverer for this sailing

Main B at the Coral Discoverer

Main B

From $13800
Main A at the Coral Discoverer

Main A

From $14900
Promenade at the Coral Discoverer

Promenade

From $17300
Balcony at the Coral Discoverer

Balcony

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  • Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea - 12 Nights Madang to Cairns

    Cruiseline: Coral Expeditions Ship: Coral Discoverer Departure: Tuesday, October 13, 2026 Nights: 12 nights Departs: Madang Returns: Cairns

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