If strolling on tropical islands, snorkelling in pristine tropical waters and, revelling in the comfort of a floating boutique hotel sounds like the perfect short break – then don't miss the TRUE NORTH'S Archipelago Adventure!

This 5 night sojourn around PNG's rarely visited Louisiade Archipelago departs Cairns via private jet on the 13th of December and this year guests can also look forward to receiving expert tips from award-winning underwater photographer Darren Jew.

Darren's work has been published in magazines, newspapers and books around the world whilst the Louisiades features some of the best snorkelling and diving in Paua New Guinea. The opportunity to receive advice and tips from a highly-regarded underwater photographer in such stunning circumstance is definitely an opportunity not to be missed.

Highlights include snorkelling over WWII wrecks, swimming with manta rays, drifting amidst huge schools of trevally and, being inspired by postcard-perfect islands fringed with sparkling beaches and palm trees!

FAST FACTS

• Australia's premier luxury adventure-cruise ship, the TRUE NORTH is purpose-built to sail deep into the heart of the wilderness, visiting areas that larger ships cannot access. Guests are privy to very-high quality off-ship experiences courtesy of the ship's biologist and a team of naturalists, a ship's helicopter and six dedicated expedition boats.

• Exceptional food and wine are also at the heart of a TRUE NORTH experience. The ship's modern Australian cuisine is supplemented with locally sourced ingredients and complemented by an outstanding selection of Western Australian wines. Cabins are spacious and modern; there is a panoramic lower deck dining room, an alfresco bar, an observation lounge and a dedicated sports deck.

• Daily activities include scenic walks, fishing, snorkelling, diving, picnics, cultural events and spectacular flights in the ship's helicopter.

• Destinations include the Kimberley –  a panorama of rugged mountains, spectacular gorges and majestic waterfalls; the still-wild coast of Western Australia featuring the intriguing Abrolhos Islands, world-famous Ningaloo Reef, fishing paradise at the Montebello Islands and, the pristine Rowley Shoals; the breathtaking islands of the Raja Ampat; the whale sharks of Cenderawasih Bay; the mighty Sepik River and the un-spoilt islands of Papua New Guinea; the rarely visited Louisiade Archipelago; beautiful Sydney Harbour and, a seafood safari around the delightful Eyre Peninsular!

Bookings: Contact North Star Cruises on 08 9192 1829 or email cruise@northstarcruises.com.au.