点评:I travelled on Discovery One last season with Steve Parish and Glenn Smith, along with one of my closest friends, and it was genuinely one of the most extraordinary experiences of my life. I expected a beautiful cruise — what I didn’t expect was how deeply connected I would feel to the landscape, the people, and the art of photography itself.
Each day offered at least three unique experiences - hidden inlets, remote beaches, waterfalls, rock art shelters, wildlife encounters, and breathtaking horizons that changed constantly with tides and light. It felt like exploring a new world every morning. The shallow-draft boat allowed us to access places most never see, and the pace was perfect: unhurried, immersive, and beautifully guided.
The photographic and nature-connection sessions with Steve and Glenn were a highlight. Their generosity, teaching style, and passion opened my eyes not just to technique but to a whole new way of seeing. Whether we were watching the sunrise over sandstone ranges or photographing crocodiles, birdlife, or the textures of tide-carved rock, I learnt something meaningful every single day.
The crew were exceptional — warm, relaxed, endlessly helpful, and a real team. They anticipated every need without fuss, creating an atmosphere that was both professional and deeply personal. The hospitality was outstanding: delicious fresh meals, happy camaraderie, and a feeling that we were being welcomed into their world, not simply taken on a tour.
I loved every minute. I made friends for life. And I left with not just incredible photographs, but a richer appreciation for the Kimberley’s nature, history, and spirit of adventure.
This wasn’t just a cruise - it was a transformative journey. I cannot recommend Discovery One enough.
M Woodall - August 2025 - Steve Parish & Glenn Smith
翻译:上个航季,我和史蒂夫·帕里什(Steve Parish)以及格伦·史密斯(Glenn Smith)还有我的一位挚友一起乘坐“探索一号”(Discovery One)游轮,这真是我人生中最非凡的体验之一。我原本期待的是一次美好的航行,却没想到自己会与沿途的风景、当地居民以及摄影艺术本身建立如此深厚的联系。
每天至少有三种独特的体验——隐秘的海湾、僻静的海滩、瀑布、岩画遗址、野生动物邂逅,以及随着潮汐和光线不断变换的壮丽地平线。感觉就像每天清晨都在探索一个全新的世界。这艘吃水浅的船让我们得以抵达大多数人从未涉足的地方,行程节奏也恰到好处:悠闲自在、沉浸其中,而且导游讲解得非常精彩。
与史蒂夫和格伦一起进行的摄影和自然探索课程是此行的亮点。他们的慷慨、教学方式和热情不仅让我掌握了摄影技巧,更让我拥有了一种全新的视角。无论是欣赏砂岩山脉的日出,还是拍摄鳄鱼、鸟类或潮汐侵蚀形成的岩石纹理,我每天都能学到很多有意义的东西。
船员们非常出色——热情、放松、乐于助人,而且是一个真正的团队。他们总能提前想到我们的需求,毫不费力地营造出既专业又充满人情味的氛围。他们的待客之道令人赞叹:美味新鲜的餐食、愉快的友谊,以及让我们感觉自己被邀请进入他们的世界,而不仅仅是参加一次旅行。
我享受每一分钟。我结交了终生挚友。离开时,我不仅带走了令人惊叹的照片,更对金伯利地区的自然风光、历史和冒险精神有了更深刻的理解。
这不仅仅是一次游轮之旅——这是一次意义非凡的旅程。我强烈推荐Discovery One号。
M Woodall - 2025年8月 - Steve Parish & Glenn Smith