Discover Marlborough Sounds: An In-Depth Exploration of the Marlborough Sounds

7 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer

Explore Queen Charlotte Sound
Visit Tory Channel
Sail through d’Urville
Discover Pelorus Sound

Starts / Ends:: Blenheim / Blenheim
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Spend a week exploring the 1,500-kilometer-long Marlborough Sounds, which were carved out by submerged valleys 10,000 years ago. These destinations are renowned for their breathtaking natural beauty, which includes beautiful cobalt streams, classic vistas, thick indigenous forests, wildlife, and …

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$15,610

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Roots of the Pacific: Exploring New Zealand and Melanesia

Auckland - Brisbane - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

Experience culture of Maori
Venture to the Norfolk Island
Visit New Caledonia, Isle of Pines
Meet the people of Utupua

Starts / Ends:: Auckland / Honiara
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Uncover the tropical beauty and important cultural history of the South Seas. Following in the wake of Captain Cook, we will journey from New Zealand’s North Island to the Solomon Sea. Delve into a fascinating history of intrepid explorers, convicts, and traders, and learn about the rich …

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$4,475

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Unseen Stewart Island: Pristine Wilderness and Wildlife Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer

Discover Halfmoon Bay
Enjoy the historic views
Visit Norwegian whaling station
Explore Port Pegasus

Starts / Ends:: Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Experience UnseenStewart Island/Rakiura and Ulva Island/Te Wharawhara on this 8-day adventure with Heritage Explorer, New Zealand's pioneering small ship expedition cruise ship. With only 25 kilometers of road, Stewart Island is best explored by sea, especially Ulva Island, where there are no …

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$31,495

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Ross Sea Odyssey

Roundtrip New Zealand - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Explore the deep South
Encounter subantarctic wildlife
Traverse the Antarctic Circle
Cruise along Victoria Land Coast

Starts / Ends:: Dunedin / Dunedin
Activities:: Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Embark on a 25-day Ross Sea Odyssey Expedition Cruise roundtrip Dunedin, New Zealand aboard Douglas Mawson, and delve into one of the most remote and historic regions of the deep South. Witness yellow-eyed penguins amidst ancient rātā forests and royal albatrosses nesting in sprawling megaherb …

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$23,020

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin - Dunedin - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

Spot incredible wildlife
Explore unique flora and fauna
Follow the paths of explorers
Marvel at pristine ice formations

Starts / Ends:: Dunedin / Dunedin
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

An exciting voyage awaits those who dare to set foot in the rarely-visited Ross Sea and follow in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers. Set sail from Dunedin, New Zealand, and head south toward Antarctica to cruise the Ross Sea to learn about this interesting region, its history, and its …

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$22,020

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

Spot incredible wildlife
Explore unique flora and fauna
Follow the paths of explorers
Marvel at pristine ice formations

Starts / Ends:: Dunedin / Dunedin
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

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$67,390

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Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast

25 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

Explore Queenstown
Discover Milford Sound
Witness Balleny Islands
Explore the Terra Nova Hut

Starts / Ends:: Queenstown / Hobart
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Embark on a 25-day cruise from Queenstown to Hobart aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Explore the captivating realm of Antarctica, where penguins gather in the thousands amidst a landscape of glaciers and icebergs. Follow in the footsteps of explorer Sir Douglas Mawson along the East Coast, navigating …

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$3,150

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Undiscovered Dusky Sound: Cruising Remote Fiordland

Supper Cove Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer

View scenic helicopter transfers
See Cooper, Long, & Indian Islands
Explore Fiordland's Dusky Sound
Spot wildlife and more

Starts / Ends:: Te Anau / Te Anau
Activities:: Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

Join Heritage Explorer on a 5-day cruise to discover the stunning Fiordland in New Zealand from Supper Cove and back. The adventure begins with a scenic helicopter flight between Te Anau and Supper Cove. Then cruise through Acheron Passage, Breaksea, and Dusky Sounds. One of the largest fiords in …

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Mountain Range in Komodo National Park, Indonesia

$10,130

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Tropical Odyssey: North-East Australia and Indonesia

16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

Discover the Asmat region
Learn about local culture
Explore the Malukus
Visit the Komodo National Park

Starts / Ends:: Cairns / Benoa
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level:: Variable

Join this 16-day tropical expedition voyage onboard the Le Laperouse between north-eastern Australia and Indonesia to discover its spectacular natural scenery. Lizard Island, nestled in the heart of Australia's Great Barrier Reef, is the first port of call on your cruise. The next day, sail …

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$24,000

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Exploring Indonesia: Bali, Raja Ampat & Papua New Guinea

Bali to Brisbane - 20 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

Relax on stunning beaches
Search for Komodo dragons
Encounter traditional ceremonies
Learn about the region's history

Starts / Ends:: Bali / Brisbane
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Set sail from Bali on an expedition to discover Indonesia’s rich tapestry of cultures and lush tropical islands. Experience the thrill of spotting rare Komodo dragons in the wild; snorkel and dive at pristine coral reefs of the Moluccas, Raja Ampat and WestPapua; take part in exuberant …

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Colorful boats in Hobart Harbor, Tasmania

$9,620

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Circumnavigation of Tasmania

17 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

Cruise Tamar River to Launceston
Encounter iconic wildlife
Kayak and hike Tasmania’s coast
See the coast of Tasmania

Starts / Ends:: Hobart / Hobart
Activities:: Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:: Variable

Join Coral Discoverer on a full circumnavigation voyage around Tasmania, showcasing the best of the remote parks, islands, and harbors of this pristine island at the edge of the world. This 16-night voyage includes multiple stops at some of the most beautiful spots along Tasmania’s coastline. …

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$3,950

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Northern Fiords Explorer: Expedition Cruising Fiordland's Northern Fiords

7 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer

Experience the primordial majesty
Enjoy the Eglington Valley drive
Explore Fiordland's history
Sail the calm waters of Fiordland

Starts / Ends:: Milford Sound / Milford Sound
Activities:: Fishing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

On this 7-day New Zealand expedition cruise aboard Heritage Explorer from Milford Sound to Doubtful Sound, discover the natural grandeur and history of Fiordland's Northern Fiords. Explore the national park of Fiordland, home to bottlenose dolphins, Fiordland crested penguins, and New Zealand …

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$5,850

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Forgotten Islands of the South Pacific: Subantarctic Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

Discover remote New Zealand
Hike through windswept Rata forests
Visit abandoned WWII huts
Explore amazing wildlife reserves
Witness flowering megaherbs

Starts / Ends:: Queenstown / Invercargill
Activities:: Adventure Options, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Variable

You won't find them featured in a travel brochure, you won't find them in most guidebooks, you're unlikely to know anybody who has visited, and they don't even appear on some South Pacific maps - these are the 'forgotten islands'. Despite their modest profile, they are some …

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$30,595

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Mawson’s Antarctica

Australia - New Zealand - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Cruise through Antarctica
Witness Adélie and emperor penguins
Explore Commonwealth Bay
Encounter New Zealand wildlife

Starts / Ends:: Hobart / Dunedin
Activities:: Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:: Relaxed

Join a 24-day adventure to explore the remote East Antarctica, tracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic Australasian Antarctic Expedition. Cruise the pack ice, see towering ice cliffs and icebergs, and watch Adélie and emperor penguins along the icy shores. Explore Mawson's primary base …

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