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Explore the beautiful coastline of northern Australia
$8,230
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Cape York & Arnhem Land - Art Themed

Darwin to Cairns - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Experience the unique Arnhem Land
  • Explore the Cobourg Peninsula
  • Witness the Tiwi people's culture
  • Explore Lizard Island
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Cairns
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer from Darwin through the Tiwi Islands, Arnhem Land, and Torres Strait. Begin with experiences at Tiwi Designs, exploring the oldest and most diverse art centers in Australia, and continue to Maningrida, where visits to the Arts Centre, Djomi Museum, …
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Remote lagoon in Papua New Guinea
$11,995
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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu

Cairns - Port Vila - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Discover the jewels of Tetepare
  • Explore Vanuatu
  • Visit Rabaul’s volcanic landscapes
  • Visit villages in Malaita Island
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Port Vila, Efate
Activities:
Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 17-day expedition cruise aboard Heritage Adventurer and discover the secrets of Melanesia. Begin in Cairns, a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. Fly to Madang, known for its cultural heritage and artistry. Explore the Sepik River by Zodiac, witnessing unique wildlife and local …
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Swimming with sharks
$7,505
Savings
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The Kimberley

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Zodiac to King George Falls
  • Explore Hathaway's Hideaway
  • Visit green turtle breeding grounds
  • Watch the Montgomery Reef \\\\\\"ri
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience all of the icons of the Kimberley Coast over 11 unforgettable days cruising between Darwin and Broome. Covering more than 400,000 square kilometers (an area three times larger than England) and home to a sparse population of just 30,000 residents, the Kimberley region of northwest …
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Parrots in Papua New Guinea
$8,410
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Admire unique wildlife
  • Visit Buna and Sanananda
  • Lear more about the Dei Dei springs
  • Snorkel & Dive on vibrant reefs
Activities:
Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Immerse yourself in the wild and rugged scenery of Papua New Guinea, with its mysterious stories that take you away from the complexities of modern times. Whilst traveling in comfort on board Coral Adventurer, visit remote villages rich in culture and meet with the people who have maintained their …
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Explore the culture of Indonesia
$12,340
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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Discover ancient boat culture
  • Snorkel at Hatta Island reefs
  • Explore the historic Fort Belgica
  • Hike Wayag’s Pindito Peak
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Sorong
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 19-day cruise from Darwin, Australia, to Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for marine biodiversity and rich culture. Begin at Darwin’s Fort Hill Wharf, then cross the Timor Sea to explore Sangliat Dol’s ancient boat traditions in the Tanimbar Islands. …
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Take in the unusual beauty of the Australian coast
$7,620
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Torres Strait and Cape York

Cairns - Horn Island - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Explore the Torres Strait Islands
  • Snorkel at Davie Cay
  • View rock art at Stanley Island
  • Visit Lizard Island
Starts / Ends:
Cairns / Thursday Island
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
With almost 300 islands dotted across the narrow stretch of water between Cape York and Papua New Guinea, the people of the Torres Strait Islands have a distinct and vibrant culture. An expedition by small ship is the ideal way to access these remote regions, visiting uninhabited sand cays, remote …
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$11,900
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Lautoka to Darwin

Fiji - Australia - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Discover Solomon Islands' tradition
  • Witness the land diving ritual
  • Learn Papua New Guinea’s cultures
  • Explore Njari and Dobu island
Starts / Ends:
Lautoka / Darwin
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 23-day Lautoka to Darwin Cruise aboard the Silver Cloud and experience an incredible adventure through the South Pacific. Explore the rich traditions and clear blue waters of the Solomon Islands. Witness the famous land diving ritual of Pentecost Island, a cultural practice passed down …
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New Zealand's remotest island.
$9,500
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Beyond Fiordland - New Zealand's Wildest Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Campbell Island
  • Visit Carnley Harbor
  • Zodiac cruise along Adams Island
  • Admire Stewart Island's beauty
Starts / Ends:
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Visit Fiordland's lonely ice-carved mountains, beautiful forests, and flowing fiords; this incredible place inspires your desire to travel responsibly. Travel alone, away from the crowds, through the tranquil waters of Fiordland and Stewart Island, on the search for marine life, elusive birds, …
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A peaceful lagoon on the island of Bougainville, Papue New Guinea
$9,000
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Magical Encounters in the Solomon Islands & Micronesia

Honiara - Guam - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Bougainville
  • Discover Ghizo Island
  • Experience Njari Island
  • Visit Rabaul
Starts / Ends:
Honiara / Guam
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 14-day expedition cruise from Honiara to Guam aboard the Le Jacques Cartier. Embark from Honiara on a remarkable journey through remote, untamed landscapes. In the Solomon Islands, experience the beauty of Njari Island's waters and explore the vibrant markets of Ghizo Island. …
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Great Barrier Island
$25,590
2-for-1
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Treasures of the Pacific: The Yasawas to New Zealand

Lautoka - Auckland - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Lautoka
  • Discover Tanna Island
  • Experience Lifou
  • Marvel at Isle of Pines
Starts / Ends:
Lautoka / Auckland
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Lautoka to Auckland aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Enjoy island-hopping adventure across the South Pacific, visiting glamorous destinations and remote outposts in Fiji, Vanuatu, the Loyalty Islands, and New Caledonia. Relax on some of the world's best beaches or …
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Whitsunday Islands, Australia
$23,590
2-for-1
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Along the East Coast of Australia: Beaches & the Great Barrier Reef

Auckland - Cairns - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Auckland
  • Discover Bay of Islands
  • Marvel at Lady Elliot Island
  • Experience Norfolk Island
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Cairns
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Auckland to Cairns aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. The journey promises paradise along New Zealand's North Island and Australia's East Coast. Explore the beautiful Bay of Islands from Auckland, sail to Norfolk Island, and then reach Queensland's serene …
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Explore the landscape of French Polynesia.
$7,550
Save $500
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Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands

15 Day Itinerary aboard Paul Gauguin
  • Visit the remote island of Fakarava
  • Explore the island of Hiva Oa
  • Look for humpback whales
  • Snorkel in stunning Bora Bora
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this two-week South Pacific cruise, first call at the breathtaking isle of Bora Bora. Then it's on to the Tuamotus, specifically Fakarava, an atoll known for its pristine beaches, rare wildlife, and exceptional diving. Next, explore the mist-covered Marquesas, where you discover the islands …
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A quiet morning near Dunedin
$5,985
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New Zealand Coastal Odyssey: The Ultimate Expedition Cruise of the New Zealand Coast

Queenstown to Auckland - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Queenstown
  • Discover Fiordland
  • Experience Ulva Island
  • Watch Northern Royal Albatross
  • Visit Akaroa
  • Explore Wellington
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Auckland
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Heritage Adventurer. Begin with an overnight stay at a designated hotel, enjoy a welcome dinner, and meet fellow adventurers. Heading towards Fiordland, enjoy two days exploring its rich history and abundant wildlife. From Doubtful Sound to Acheron Passage, …
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New Caledonia Islands
$9,995
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Grand Pacific Odyssey GPO

15 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Sail through Hauraki Gulf
  • Discover historical Norfolk Island
  • Encounter diverse marine life
  • Explore Kavieng's Malagan culture
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Kavieng
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise with Heritage Adventurer, starting in Auckland, New Zealand. Sail through the Hauraki Gulf, Norfolk Island, New Caledonia, Solomon Islands, and Papua New Guinea. Explore diverse landscapes, from tropical islands to historical sites, experiencing the rich biodiversity of …
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Sea lion nestled in the seaweed.
$9,990
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Galapagos of the Southern Ocean: New Zealand and Australia's Subantarctic Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Macquarie Island
  • Venture on Zodiac excursions
  • View a vast array of endemic birds
  • Appreciate the rich biodiversity
  • Enjoy additional discovery by kayak
Starts / Ends:
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities:
Adventure Options, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on one of the most inspirational and educational expeditions into the Southern Ocean ecosystem that one may undertake around the globe. The Subantarctic Islands, located south of New Zealand, have long been recognized for their extraordinary biodiversity. They are UNESCO World Heritage …
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Queen Charlotte Sound
$2,595
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Unseen Queen Charlotte Sound

Picton roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
  • Learn the history of Tory Channel
  • Experience Queen Charlotte Walkway
  • Discover Motuara and Blumine Island
  • Trek to Arapawa Island's lookout
Starts / Ends:
Blenheim / Blenheim
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 5-day expedition through Queen Charlotte Sound and its islands, starting with a warm welcome aboard the Heritage Explorer in Blenheim. Sail along the scenic waterways, exploring Tory Channel's whaling history and Ship Cove's rich heritage. Trek through native bush to Ship Cove …
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Sail the crystal waters of the South Pacific reef system
$4,354
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Austral Islands

13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5
  • Learn about sustainable fishing
  • Try traditional javelin throwing
  • Admire the works of art and craft
  • Enjoy the amenities of Aranui
Starts / Ends:
Papeete / Papeete
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
During this 13-day cruise, explore and marvel at the beautiful landscapes of the Austral and Raiatea while aboard the Aranui 5. Discovered in the 18th century, the Austral Islands are located 600 km south of Tahiti. With breathtaking landscapes, sheer mountains, and valleys, these islands are …
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Palm tree lined resort on the Island of Chuuk, Micronesia
$10,560
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From New Caledonia to Micronesia

Noumea - Guam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Noumea
  • Discover Lifou
  • Experience Espiritu Santo Island
  • Visit Rabaul
Starts / Ends:
Noumea / Guam
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 17-day expedition cruise aboard Le Soléal. Explore a range of cultures and diverse marine life, from New Caledonia to Guam. Discover the captivating Loyalty archipelago's Lifou island, then journey to Vanuatu, known as the 'happiest country in the world', offering an …
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Adventure Life planned a stunner of a trip for our family ONCE AGAIN! This is our 7th trip with Adventure Life. We chose the Chile North to South adventure with add-ons of Magdalena Island to see the penguins; Las Torres hotel in Patagonia; Calafate, Argentina to see the Perito Moreno glacier and finally, Buenos Aires. We were active every day! Biking in vineyards, trekking at 14,000 ft above sea level and seeing vicuña and vizcacha everywhere after having almost the entire El Tatio geyser park to ourselves, an evening tour viewing the stars and galaxies in the Atacama Desert, River Rafting and hiking between volcanoes and glacial lakes in the mountain lake region of Peurto Varas, hiking the French Valley, Las Torres and riding horses in Torres del Paine National Park in Patagonia, walking on the glacier and drinking glacial water and hearing those thunderous booms of ice calving at Perito Moreno in Calafate, Argentina and biking 30 miles through Buenos Aires to the suburbs where we kayaked the Tigre River Delta. So much fun!! I even wore my adult children out!!
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