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Our own squad of anglers heads out daily

to catch the evening meal. This fun diversion

is a hallmark of any Irue North cruise, if local

permissions can be sought. Our keen anglers

triumphantly return with ample snapper, cod

and even a tuna to grace the chef's table.

Dining aboard Irue North is best described

as casual gourmet. The quality of food delivered

to our table by barefoot stewardesses is

superb. Designed by head chef Nik FIack, it's

a creative combination of fish freshly caught

by our intrepid anglers and carefully selected

provisions. lt's sustainable, organic and very

Australian cuisine. Braised lamb shoulder,

seared king snapper, Western Australian crayfish

with truffle risotto or slow-cooked wagyu beef

fillet could easily appear on any day's menu.

Cabins are available in several grades and

sizes, although the choice options are on the

upper and main decks (Explorer Class and River

Class, respectively), where space and comfort

levels befit the grooo-plus per person, per

day, price tag. While Ocean Class (lower deck)

cabins are still comfortable, they are 'cabins'

without the expansive picture windows, floorspace and double beds.

For decor and public spaces, think more

along the lines of exclusive designer beach

house rather than fancy boutique hotel with

a relaxed, decidedly unpretentious atmosphere

that quickly levels out any pretenders.

As Rainor prepares to settle the Eurocopter

back on the upper deck of Irue North, I cast

my eyes one last time across the lurid waters of

the bay while the 'tinnies' bring the snorkellers,

anglers and hikers back to the 'mother ship'.

We'll shortly pull anchor and leave this

mesmerising scene behind, leaving our hosts to

return to their blissful isolation and this divine

archipelago to its own mysterious devices.

Winter 2ot5 I Crown Group

GETTING TI{ERE

The 6-day Archipelago Adventure is part of North Star Cruises

Papua New Guinea and West Papua season that runs annually from

October through December aboard the 36-berth expedition ship Irue North

Archipelago Adventure departs mid-December from Alotau (Milne Bay).

Charter flight connections are included in the fare, plus all meals,

accommodation and excursions aboard Irue North.

Helicopter flights cost extra. A full a-hour,6-flight package is available

for g3t6o, but single flights can also be purchased depending on space.

Diving is available for PADI-certified divers and occasionally for beginners.

Rates for 2ol5 and zot6 departures start at $8995 per person in an

Ocean Class cabin.

Ihe writer wos o guest of NortA Stor Cruises ond

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An adventure on the TRUE NORTH is one of Australia's most revered holidays! Bigger ships cannot go where we go! Extended periodsat sea are specifically excluded and daily activities can include scenic walks, fishing, snorkelling, diving, scenic flights in the shipshelicopter and cultural events. We deploy comfortable expedition boats (not rubber boats) and discover wilderness in small groups.An AUSTRALIAN crew uniquely chaperones every experience. Beware of imitations and discoverforyourself why our guests consistentlyremark "thot's the best holiday I have ever had!"

During November and December the mighty TRUE NORTH cruises pristine island-areas of Papua New Guinea.Encounter overwhelming hospitality and unchanged village life. Snorkel the most highly regarded corat reef inthe world. Climb mountains in the ship's helicopter. Match wits with monster mackerel. Then, each night return toyour floating boutique hotel!

!ncludes return charter flights ex cairns. Limited avaitabitity - don't miss out!