Testimonials

Words from Those Who have lived the dream ...

"You know you have had a great holiday when it gets into your heart and that is exactly how we feel after our amazing adventure on the Ocean Dream. It is hard to describe the feeling, so I suppose it must be the spectacular scenery, beautiful boat with a caring and professional crew and the overall exceptional experience. The six nights was just the right amount of time for us. It was great having the off-boat excursions with the tender boats and the variety of being able to fish, explore, swim or bird watch catered for everyone.

"Ocean Dream was simply AMAZING! A beautiful boat with fabulous staff. The best way to see such an incredible part of the Kimberley. So many adventures of fishing, crabbing, oyster shucking, walks, waterfalls, swimming in pristine beaches/waterholes, bonfires on the beach, delicious food. Watching the beautiful wildlife up close - crocs, whales, sharks, turtles & fish! Memories with friends that will last a lifetime! Thank you to the DREAM TEAM!"

"The hospitality, service, staff, and locations we visited were exceptional. Nothing was a bother and the only way to see this most magical part of the world. The combined staff knowledge from tides to fish and rock types and formations amazing. This boat, the crew, and the whole operation truly sensational and by the end it was one big family. We have travelled quite a bit, and this trip was by far the best we have ever done. Highly recommended Ocean Dream Charters for this truly magical trip. A must see on your trip list."

"We were incredibly lucky to have an excellent crew who catered to our every wish. They were all kind, informative and interested in looking after us. We were also lucky to have 10 other guests who were similar in age to us and were lovely people. It was easy to interact with everyone and we all had some extremely fun times together, fishing, eating, activities, charades, dancing, Kimberley showers and many more. It was nice not feeling pressured to do all the activities. The Ocean Dream was extremely clean and comfortable, and we had one of the best experiences in our lives. Highly recommend. :)"

"The service from the entire crew was exceptional, we learnt much from them, their energy and enthusiasm were infectious, nothing was too much trouble and we generally felt very spoilt. The variety and quality of the food served was outstanding. We loved being able to eat our catch, whether sashimi or barbecued, for lunch, dinner, or canapés. We have travelled widely but our cruise on the Ocean Dream was the best holiday yet. The scenery, the activities and the exceptional service from the crew were all first class. The extra details of dinner on the beach and "Raft up" at King George falls were so much fun. Keep up the wonderful work."

"The crew were exceptional in every way. This ensured our entire experience exceeded expectations. Knowledgeable, patient (think fishing & crabbing) and professional at all times. The chef was absolutely fantastic and prepared the most stunning food, couldn't have asked for a better crew! We had the most wonderful holiday. The staff work so hard to ensure that our days were filled with activities and new experiences. For us, it met every expectation we had, and even beyond! Worth every $$$ and more! I've already put a post on Trip Advisor:-) Thank you a million times for the 'Trip of a Lifetime'"

“All crew were extremely friendly, knowledgeable, efficient, and competent. I was particularly impressed the way the crew encouraged and supported the older more physically challenged passengers to undertake hikes to beautiful swimming holes and other locations. This created a real camaraderie on the boat. I know that they were thrilled to have done things that they would not have done without that support. The chef was really an unexpected bonus. I've had some 5-star cruise dining but these meals were the best we've had. Outstanding. One of the 2 or 3 best holidays we've had ever, a great experience. Thank you."

"I loved the Ocean Dream catamaran. It was a beautiful boat to holiday on. Very comfortable. I liked the casualness of a boating holiday. There was NOTHING I did not like. Everything was great and so well planned. We had the BEST holiday and we will definitely be back on Ocean Dream again. You have everything so well organised and procedures in place that there is NOTHING that I can suggest improving what you offer on board. Thanks Ocean Dream Crew for a wonderful time!!!"

“I am writing to let you know what a wonderful trip we had last week on the 6 Night Southern Kimberly cruise. It was absolutely amazing. All the crew were very professional in all their duties and so friendly and accommodating. I do not underestimate the responsibility that is imposed on the crew to make sure all the guests have a safe holiday as well as experiencing all that the beautiful Southern Kimberly area has to offer. "

"The entire trip from being collected in the coach to our arriving back in Broome afterwards was outstanding. Having my whole family together was just so special. The crew were all above all expectations. We always felt safe - the entire trip was truly magnificent. We were all very sad to leave them and could easily have turned around and gone back on their next trip with them. The "Ocean Dream" is a beautiful, well fitted clean boat as were the three little tender boats. We all hope to be back at some stage. I must also thank the office staff who were so helpful in organising this trip. You can all be very proud of the Ocean Dream and all you offer. THANKYOU." "

"The crew was absolutely amazing. The teamwork was exceptional and Captain Cat was perfect. The crew worked unbelievably very hard to make everything seem relaxed! I am literally ( yes I have used this term a lot!) speechless about how amazing spectacular the whole experience was. The level of activity suited me and our group perfectly. "

"It was the best holiday experience I have ever had. It is going to be hard to beat. Totally recommended this cruise which is the best way to see the Kimberley. We spent 3 days in Broome after the cruise and spoke with a number of people who had been on other ships doing the Kimberley but none seem to have experienced the area like we had including all the opportunities to fish most days. Thank you for this amazing experience!"

"Honestly the whole thing was amazing. Great Crew give them 110% in every way. Boat was setup amazingly well and maintained exceptionally well. Exceptional food - Sophie - what a legend. Loved the way the crew fitted in, nothing was a problem. Nash - my fishing buddy - thanks for everything. Anna just organised everything so well. Jess - just so helpful in every way!"

"The staff were professional, knowledgeable, helpful, friendly, patient, kind and lots of fun to be around. The activities were well organised and well timed around other vessels. The evening briefings were great and helpful in conjunction with the map detailing.
Overall, BEST HOLIDAY EVER!!!
An outstanding effort by everyone. Well done."

“No improvement, just keep doing what you are doing. I want to do the cruise all over again! It was actually a 10 out of 5."

"Everyone on the crew were amazing. They looked after us whatever we were doing. We felt so safe having Captain Carl looking after us. I just felt really spoilt. Our cook "SONNY" was great, he obviously loves to cook and was very good at it. Especially the barbeque fish. If you are on the other side of 70 you will still enjoy "Ocean Dream". I am 81 and I did all the the rock climbs and waterfalls, with some help from the amazing staff. Jacky and I had an amazing time and would love to do it all over again."

"Just keep on doing exactly what happened during our trip. Kat was such a dependable captain, always ensuring our safety and comfort, and being available on the bridge or for guiding or fishing expeditions. We loved the way al the crew worked together to help each other during busy times, but were still able to let their hair down a bit when all the work was done. We especially appreciated the daily personal washing service - had we known how quick and easy it was, we would have brought fewer clothes! Definitely didn't need runners or walking shoes - my Teva sandals were perfect."

"A one of a kind trip in every way. The location of the Rowley Shoals was incredible. The attention to detail onboard from when we arrived with champagne and a mocktail, to the bed turndown, little paper flower at the end of the toilet roll each morning, the coloured dots on the alcohol, remembering whether a guest had still or sparkling water, the table settings each night for dinner, Chef’s presentation and explanation of our food. It was those little things that made the guests feel special. Can't wait to book another cruise, and request the same crew. You have a winning formula Ocean Dream and we certainly got what we paid for and more. Thank you."

"It's difficult to say enough good things about this cruise. Even though I had high expectations, the reality exceeded those expectations, and I loved every minute. The boat is extremely well appointed, with a lot of attention paid to detail. Our cabin and ensuite was more spacious than I could have imagined and there was plenty of room to stow all our stuff. All in all, ONE FANTASTIC CRUISE. Thank you to everyone associated with Ocean Dream, you are doing a fantastic job."

"Immaculate boat, great crew and amazing itinerary. Thankyou, this is a holiday to remember for a lifetime."

"WHAT REALLY IMPRESSED ME WAS THAT All THE CREW WERE "SELF STARTERS" No-one was sitting around waiting to be told what to do - everything happened seamlessly. The delight of a good crew is when they are completely unobtrusive, but totally attentive. They were!!"

"Immaculate boat, great crew and amazing itinerary. Thankyou, this is a holiday to remember for a lifetime."

"Beautiful presentation initially. Every night the turndown service was discreet and lovely. Every morning the room was made up beautifully, early and discreetly - crew are so efficient and never stop working to please. The cruise far exceeded our expectations, and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. The crew we had were really the best, they all interacted well with us and were always there to do anything for us they possibly could. They worked really well together and all supported one another which was lovely to see."

"The cruise was amazing, the crew was amazing! You are blessed with an amazing crew - they consistently went out of their way to ensure we were treated like Kings & Queens. I can not speak highly enough of them."

"There was nothing we didn’t enjoy and the fabulous crew made it especially memorable. I loved every aspect and moment of it. A trip of a lifetime. I was especially impressed with the care and support they gave to John, who had early dementia."

"Can’t rate the whole experience high enough. I have rated this charter so much to all our friends, so worth it . Just love Love Loved it all"

"It’s hard to improve on excellence! I couldn't fault a thing - it was one of the best experiences / holidays I have ever had."

"We can not speak highly enough of all the crew aboard our Ocean Dream Charter Everything was done to the highest standard. They looked after the Catamaran as if it was their own. The whole experience was amazing."

"Wow, what an amazing trip we have all enjoyed aboard the good ship 'Ocean Dream'. ALL of us said that the trip exceeded our expectations & so a HUGE vote of thanks from ALL of us to ALL of you for everything. From the owners & their generosity for allowing us to extend our voyage for a year, to the girls in the office who were so patient & so helpful, to all the crew on board who got exactly the right mix of being there when we needed them but in no way intrusive. The boat was first class, the places we visited were amazing. Every little last detail was catered for and we are all ever so grateful to one & all for the way that our trip was provided."

"Thank you all so very much for making our cruising holiday one of the best we have ever experienced! It truly exceeded all expectations – we were so well looked after, the crew was so attentive, professional and fun, and the boat was so luxurious and comfortable. The meals provided by the awesome Nash were amazing, and all the activities were terrific!"

"From start to finish, we just loved every moment which was constantly filled with exciting adventures, amazing scenery, cultural highlights, moments that pushed our boundaries, the waterfalls, the swimming, the water holes and the time and effort you put into making our trip so special. At all times, we were so impressed with your professionalism and knowledge, and felt so totally comfortable being on board the beautiful Ocean Dream."

"Our 12 day experience with Ocean Dream was something we will always remember. The crew were extremely knowledgeable and keen to interact and have fun with the whole family. Tom, our chef, prepared an abundance of incredible food everyday, and also tailored meals to suit a young fussy eater. We watched our children grow and extend themselves in a wonderfully challenging environment, made fun, exciting and most importantly safe, by the entire Ocean Dream crew. A holiday to remember. Thank you."

"We had a totally awesome cruise. Every aspect of the cruise was beyond our expectations. From the competent captain with his lovely demeanor to every member of the crew made sure we all had a holiday to remember. We could not say enough about their attention to detail. Beautiful holiday. Thank you!"

"We had competent and joyful staff, the boat was elegant and comfortable, and the tenders were beautifully prepared. The art sites were presented with sensitive commentary and we were fortunate to see Bradshaw and Wandjina styles. Fishing was encouraging for all-beginners turned into pros by thoughtful preparation and coaching. Meals were winners with beautiful presentation and attention. The staff went out of his/her way to make the experience very special."

“We have experienced many charters. This was one of the best! The Captain and every individual crew member were very helpful and superb. The food was excellent and vessel first class. An enjoyable and fun experience had by all."

"I just wanted to drop you a line to say how much we have enjoyed our week’s cruise in the Montebello Islands. The boat was absolutely superb - immaculate throughout, and the crew was just terrific. They had thought carefully about the places that we could visit together with finding the best fishing spots available. Food was also delicious and plentiful. Nothing was too much trouble. Thanks to everybody concerned."

"We score you guys 10/10 which is not overrated! Thank you so much for making us feel so welcomed and comfortable. An amazing trip! The memories will stay with us forever."

"The crew made this trip extraordinary. Ben's chef skills were amazing and perfect. Nick, Taylor and Matt were so professional in all matters of boating- plus fun as well. Sally and Alex were delightful, professional and lovely at all times. Thank you. It has been a privilege to be here and a trip of a lifetime!!!"

"This cruise was above and beyond our expectations. You have all raised the bar for any future holiday experiences! Well done!!

“We felt totally spoilt by the sheer comfort of the boat and the service provided onboard. We loved every minute of it.
We made the most of the snorkelling equipment, daily excursions on offer with the tender vessels, the spa and the hot-showers available. Thank you for taking such good care of us all. "

"Thank you for the most amazing holiday onboard Ocean Dream. We haven’t been on many boats before so to have such confident and knowledgable crew onboard made our holiday even more enjoyable.
We loved eating the freshly caught fish and rock lobster’s. We cannot wait to book our next adventure with Ocean Dream."

"Staff were exceptional - all so helpful, happy, knowledgeable and welcoming. A pleasure to spend time with!"

"I would particularly like to note my appreciation for the hostess' efforts in looking after us all - she was terrific - but then again so was everyone else!!"

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