Your ship is the new German-built, 106-guest, m.v. ORION . Completed in November 2003, ORION combines the best and latest in ship design with maritime and environmental technology, comfort and casual elegance. From the ice-strengthened hull to the chilled champagne, this is expedition cruising in true international-standard luxury.

Staterooms and Suites: 53. All rooms are exterior and include Internet access, TV/DVD, twin/ queen-size beds, refrigerator, sitting area or living room, marble bathrooms.

Ships amenities include: Spa, sauna, whirlpool, masseuse, hairdresser, boutique.

Food and Beverages: Constellation restaurant: single unassigned seating plus separate open deck area for casual alfresco dining. Observation lounge with wrap-around deck.

Exploration and recreation equipment includes: Two jet-propelled tenders, ten heavy-duty motorized Zodiac inflatable boats, kayaks and windsurfers.

See below for an example of Itineraries and departure dates:

5 and 4 Day Barrier Reef Cruise: Coral Princess
5 Day Coral Hole Fly/Dive-Adventure
4 Day Reef Encounter
4 Day Cairns & Southbound Great Barrier Reef Cruise with the Reef Endeavor
Orion Cruises