3 June 2022
The Top End’s Dry Season provided a warm welcome today to the stunning expedition cruise ship Silver Explorer at Darwin Port.
The 144 guest luxury expedition cruise ship has arrived on its maiden voyage to Darwin, with a plaque exchange to commemorate the occasion taking place today, 3 June 2022.
On 4 June, the ship will leave Darwin to commence a string of journeys between the Northern Territory and Western Australian waters, with its final departure from Darwin on 6 September to Cairns. In total, Silver Explorer will berth in Darwin five times this dry season.
During this time Silver Explorer passengers will embark and disembark in Darwin, doubling the number of cruise ship visitors to Darwin.
The ship’s luxury expedition cruise itineraries will include both 10 day Darwin to Broome and Broome to Darwin itineraries, and 17 day Darwin to Fremantle and Fremantle to Darwin itineraries.
Expedition ships are smaller in size and offer all-inclusive boutique-style cruises, providing an intimate frontier-style exploration of the dramatic coastlines of Northern Australia.
The Northern Territory Cruise Tourism Strategy 2022-2025 was launched last month, providing a roadmap to regrow the industry over the next three years.
To view the upcoming cruise ship arrivals to Darwin Port visit https:// [https://darwinport.com.au] [https://darwinport.com.au] or to learn more about the cruise market and view the NT Cruise Tourism Strategy go to [https://tourismnt.com.au/strategies]
Quotes from Minister for Tourism and Hospitality, Nicole Manison:
“Cruise ship tourism provides a big boost the Territory economy and prior to Covid-19 it generated around $60 million of annual expenditure within the NT.”
“We know Cruise passengers spend at local businesses including retail outlets, cafes and restaurants, while enjoying tourism experiences that showcase the Territory.”
“There are 40 expedition ship visits scheduled for Darwin between now and 30 September, across four companies, using seven vessels.”
“The Northern Territory was the first jurisdiction in Australia to welcome back international expedition vessels and we are delighted to host Silver Explorer and her guests.”
Quotes from Silversea’s Managing Director for Asia-Pacific, Adam Radwanski
“Silversea’s inaugural sailing from Darwin is a special moment for me, both personally and professionally, as it is also the first sailing in more than two years in Australian waters.”
“The Kimberley region is amongst the most treasured in the world and we are thrilled to offer Silversea’s unparalleled signature ultra-luxury expedition experience to our valued guests.”
