K2O Kimberley to Ocean are proud to be an accreditated member of the Tourism Council Of Western Australia - this gives the consumer the assurance that the K2O operations meets the industry standards and complies with legislation and regulations. You can be assured of this quality wherever you see the yellow tick.

In addition to meeting Tourism Council standards we are now working towards a new certification in Eco Tourism. We are in the final stages of the certification and hope to be proudly showing the gecko logo before long.

In the meantime, I thought I might talk a little about Eco Tourism and why it is so important.

First and foremost it is about working together sustainably, to protect the conservation and bio-diversity values of the areas we visit, in our case, the Kimberley coast and very soon, the Rowley Shoals.

There are 2 stages to the certification, the first one having been completed, Nature Tourism is defined as:

“Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas.”

K2O is currently progressing to Ecotourism certification which under the program is defined as:

“Ecologically sustainable tourism with a primary focus on experiencing natural areas that fosters environmental and cultural understanding, appreciation and conservation.”

Eco tourism in a natural area offers interesting ways to learn about the environment with an operator that uses resources wisely, contributes to the conservation of the environment and helping local communities. It encompasses the triple bottom line (environment, social, cultural) and gives companies guidelines to work with local communities, conservation groups, and raising awareness of the issues to the visitors to the area. The Kimberley coast is a unique wilderness and we are working to keep it that way.

If you wish to know more visit Eco Tourism Australia or to learn about the issues facing our region and how you can help, visit Save the Kimberley.

Phil and Debbie Peet would like to advise that as of 6th June 2008, the business and vessel K2O Kimberley To Ocean has been sold. We would like to assure you that it is “business as usual” for the staff and crew of K2O Kimberley To Ocean who are looking forward to giving you the holiday of a lifetime in the magical Kimberley onboard K2O.

The new owner, Mark Walsh, is a well known Broome identity who owned and successfully operated a pearling business in Broome for 20 years. Mark has the experience, passion and financial stability to guarantee your cruise experience.

Phil and Debbie would like to take this opportunity to thank you for your support in booking with K2O, we are sure you will have the “Trip of a Lifetime”. We know we take with us many fantastic memories of experiences shared with guests, crew, friends and family onboard the K2O in the Kimberley.

Should you have any queries regarding your cruise or future cruise opportunities, please don’t hesitate to contact Liz in the office.

Yours sincerely
Phil and Debbie Peet

Names and labels are certainly subjective. We tag things according to what makes sense to us even if it may not seem sensible to another. Our company name has certainly been given a mixed response over the years and it is often amusing to hear the different versions of our company name.

Some pick up on the connection straight away but for those who may not realize the idea behind our vessel name I thought I would write a quick blog to forge the connection, so let’s talk science….if I said H2O what springs to mind? Water!! but of course I hear you say! Yes, the connection between chemistry and cruising is no more complicated than that.

K2O is a play on the periodic table that brings together the concept of cruising on the waters of the Kimberley coast.

Having said that, and with a love of trivia because you just never know when it will come in handy, in the world of science experiments, K2O does exist in the alkaline group - can you tell me its chemical name?

Well, the season is drawing to a close and the crew are looking southward to escape the heat and give K2O the birthday she deserves after a jam-packed, fun-filled year in the Kimberley. No such luck for Liz!! Back in Broome to brave the Wet Season she is now focusing on 2008 and beyond - no rest for the wicked!!

Why not start your new year with an Ultimate 14 day Adventure and experience this magnificent coastline in all its glory: cascading waterfalls, adrenalin-pumping fishing and then relaxing on the bow with a cool drink as the sun fades turning the Kimberley skies into a kaleidoscope of breath taking colour - just perfect!!

If you prefer to cruise with your nearest and dearest why not book the whole boat….K2O accommodates just 12 passengers to take you on a tailor-made itinerary*. As a token of our appreciation to our loyal passengers we are happy to offer a reduced rate on your return exclusive charter booking when booked directly with the K2O office. Call for more info as availability is always changing. (*within the schedule constraints)

Please be aware that due to increasing bank Merchant fees, there will a 1.5% surcharge on all Visa/Mastercard payments in 2008.

To all our passengers past and present, don’t be shy, please send through your happy snaps for the Gallery - you can then send an e-postcard to all your friends and tell them all about your memorable cruise experience aboard K2O. Here is just a couple of examples of what recent passengers have commented:

The Kimberley is undoubtedly an unique region which we strive to protect. WA and the NT are currently fighting the invasion of the greatest threat to our eco-system, the Cane Toad (Bufo Marinus). As an introduced animal, the Cane Toad has few known predators and is wiping out reptiles, rodents and marine life wherever it goes. With toxic glands and poisonous roe, it not only has the ability to defend itself, but also kill the animal once it has digested the eggs of the toad itself. Frog Watch has been set up to fend off this alien invasion. If you are travelling through the region, be aware and report any sightings.