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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, floor space 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.

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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.

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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 periods

at sea are specifically excluded and daily activities can include scenic walks, fishing, snorkelling, diving, scenic flights in the ships helicopter 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 consistently remark "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 in the world. Climb mountains in the ship's helicopter. Match wits with monster mackerel. Then, each night return to your floating boutique hotel! !ncludes return charter flights ex cairns. Limited avaitabitity - don't miss out!