23 nights · NT Australia · Departs Darwin (Australia) · Visiting Raja Ampat Islands Indonesia, Vanimo PNG, Madang PNG, Rabaul, Solomon Islands, Champagne Bay, Ambrym Island Vanuatu, Lautoka · Aboard Silversea Cruises on the Silver Cloud
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| Cruise line | Silversea Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Silver Cloud |
| Duration | 23 nights |
| Port calls | 9 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $20,772 per person |
| Year built | 1994 |
| Guests | 302 |
| Cabins | 126 |
| Crew | 217 |
| Length | 155 m |
| Beam | 21 m |
| Cruising speed | 18.0 kn |
Darwin is Australia’s northern gateway, where the Timor Sea meets a city shaped by tropical heat and Asian influence. Its compact waterfront puts the harbour within easy reach. The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory offers insight into Indigenous cultures and the region’s wartime past. Beyond town, Kakadu’s wetlands and Litchfield’s waterfalls reward a longer stay. Visit in the dry season for easier travel and clear, warm days.
Raja Ampat rewards travellers who value wild places over polished resorts. This Indonesian archipelago lies off West Papua’s Bird’s Head Peninsula, famed for exceptional marine life and clear, warm seas. Its four principal islands—Waigeo, Batanta, Salawati and Misool—anchor a maze of forested islets and limestone karsts. Snorkel above coral gardens, look for manta rays, or boat into sheltered lagoons. Here, nature sets the itinerary.
Vanimo sits on Papua New Guinea’s remote north coast, near the Indonesian border. Its beaches and offshore reefs offer a quieter encounter with the country than its better-known eastern ports. Surf is the town’s calling card, with seasonal swells drawing riders to the coast. Inland, forested hills frame a small working town where daily life remains part of the appeal.
Madang sits on Papua New Guinea’s north coast, where a palm-lined peninsula reaches into a sheltered lagoon. Nearby volcanic islands and coral reefs invite snorkeling and diving; the lagoon also holds World War II wrecks. At the local market, baskets, produce and seafood offer a glimpse of daily life. Choose Madang for a quieter Papua New Guinea call, with reef adventures close to shore.
Rabaul occupies the rim of Simpson Harbour, where rainforest slopes meet a dramatic volcanic caldera. Tavurvur still steams above town, recalling the 1994 eruptions that buried old Rabaul in ash. Explore Japanese wartime tunnels and wreckage, then visit the Rabaul Museum for context. For a closer look at local life, Kokopo, the province’s quieter commercial centre, lies about 30 kilometres away.
Honiara, the capital, lies on Guadalcanal’s north coast, the gateway to an archipelago of more than 900 islands. The capital’s Central Market brings island produce, fish and handwoven goods into vivid view. Beyond town, the Battle of Guadalcanal left a powerful legacy, while clear-water reefs invite snorkelling and diving. Pair market browsing with wartime memorials, or arrange a guided reef excursion.
On Espiritu Santo, Vanuatu’s largest island, Champagne Bay makes a memorable first impression. Pale sand curves around clear, sheltered water, while green hills rise behind the shore. Ships anchor offshore, and tenders bring visitors ashore for swimming, snorkelling or a quiet stretch on the beach. Bring time to explore: the island’s lush interior and village life offer a rewarding contrast to the coast.
Ambrym is one of Vanuatu’s most volcanic islands, shaped by a vast caldera. Marum and Benbow rise within it, though access depends on current volcanic conditions and local guidance. Along the coast, village life offers another perspective: carved slit gongs, known locally as tam-tams, and ceremonial Rom dances. Come for an island where living traditions and an elemental landscape share the same horizon.
Lautoka, Fiji’s second-largest city, sits on Viti Levu’s western coast, where sugar fields meet the Pacific. Known as the Sugar City, it offers a glimpse of everyday Fijian life beyond the resorts. Browse the municipal market, stroll the botanical gardens, or take in the waterfront before heading farther west. Lautoka is also a departure point for excursions to the Mamanuca and Yasawa island groups.
Published August 12, 2026
Last updated October 11, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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