South Pacific
One of the most culturally fascinating regions in the world, Melanesia is a feast for the senses with colorful 'sing sing' performances and magnificent natural wonders...
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Ambassadors for conservation, pioneers of discovery, and leaders in expedition travel to the world’s best-kept secrets.
For more than 40 years, Heritage Expeditions has pioneered conservation-driven small ship expedition cruises to some of the most wild, least-explored and biologically rich regions on the planet including down into the heart of Antarctica the Ross Sea, Japan & SE Asian islands, South Pacific, Australia's Kimberley Coast and New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands, Fiordland and Stewart Island, and now Marlborough Sounds and Abel Tasman National Park. Whether you’re a birder, photographer, wildlife enthusiast, conservationist, or simply an adventurous spirit, these expeditions offer an unparalleled travel experience. We look forward to welcoming you aboard! For a complete list of upcoming voyages, please view our Expedition Calendar.
Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise
SAVE 20% on our Brand New Japan voyage!
Our brand-new Cherry Blossoms of Japan Cruise has been carefully curated to celebrate Japan’s iconic Sakura/Cherry Blossom Season and Hanami Parties, and explore other fabulous highlights, as we sail from Tokyo to Osaka, including South Korea, on this 12-day all-inclusive, small-ship expedition cruise. SAVE 20%* when you book by 30 June 2025.
Subantarctic Islands on sale!
SAVE up to 20% on our Subantarctic Islands sailings
Save up to 20%* and explore New Zealand’s wildlife-filled remote, breathtaking Subantarctic Islands - described by Sir Sam Neill as “a wonderful time, I cannot recommend it more highly!” Choose from voyages ranging from 8 – 17 days. Save up to 20%* when you book by 30 June 2025 and embark on the ultimate adventure in our own backyard.
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Antarctica
Sometimes referred to as ‘the heart of Antarctica’, the Ross Sea region is the last great unspoiled part of the world’s oceans. To date there has only been minimal exploitation, and to enter this region of Antarctica is a privilege, with only a few hundred people able to visit each year. The East Antarctic coastline is some of the most …
Australia
Forged by nature and spanning more than 400,000 square kilometres, Australia's world-famous Kimberley Coast features a treasure trove of towering, fractured iron-tinged red cliffs, torrential waterfalls, azure waters, hidden coves and caves, secluded white sand beaches perfect for expedition cruising. Explore magnificent reefs and encounter rare and endangered wildlife; experience indigenous customs, rock art and connections to ancient lands; and …
Japan
With the world's sixth longest coastline, more than 6,800 islands and islets, Japan and its seamless blend of ancient customs, ultramodern living, neon-lit cities, temples, rich culture and wildlife-filled national parks is perfect for exploring by expedition ship. Our Japan cruises offer the ultimate way of both exploring and experiencing the best Japan has to offer as we sail from …
New Zealand
With 15,000 kilometres of coastline New Zealand's awe-inspiring fiords, gold sand beaches, hidden coves, tranquil waterways, native forests and marine reserves are perfect for small ship expedition cruising and travel. Bordering the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean, New Zealand comprises three main islands including the North Island, South Island and Stewart Island with numerous smaller islands and outcrops lying, …
South Pacific
The South Pacific islands known as Melanesia lie to the north and east of Australia. Together the three independent nations and two dependant colonies form one of the most culturally complex regions in the world, with some 1,293 languages spoken across the Solomon Islands, Vanuatu, New Caledonia and New Guinea. It is also a region of great antiquity with New …
Subantarctic Islands
The Subantarctic Islands are tiny havens for some of the most abundant and unique wildlife on the planet. They lie in the cool temperate or Subantarctic Zone to the south and east of New Zealand in the great southern ocean that encircles Antarctica. This is a windswept and at times forbidding swath of sea, surprising in its fecundity. The Subantarctic …
Great expedition & people.
G Spooner
G Spooner
Had a terrific trip to the southern islands and will certainly consider other expeditions with your company in future.
Selwyn
Selwyn
I had a fantastic time in Fiordland and being a professional photographer I was in seventh heaven. It's taken me years to save for this once in a lifetime trip and I'm still in Fiordland mode. We had 6 days of rain and saw that many waterfalls, it almost became a sick joke. "Oh look, …
Pat Greenfield
Pat Greenfield
I have to say that it was a life changing experience for me and I could not have had a better experience at this point in my life.
Margaret
Margaret
I thoroughly enjoyed my trip to the Subantarctic Islands. We were so lucky with the weather on Campbell Island particularly and the Albatross certainly put on a breathtaking show for us all! So memorable! I would like to say that I was so impressed with the very capable and professional leaders, plus excellent food from …
Sandra
Sandra
We recently went on the 7-day Fiordland voyage. It was an extraordinary privilege to be able to venture into such a sublime, remote part of New Zealand. We were also struck by what an impressive operation Heritage Expeditions is. Everything from the core values of the company and what they are striving to achieve through …
Phillip Ridge and Rosemary Dahl
Phillip Ridge and Rosemary Dahl
CAMPBELL ISLAND
We arrived at Campbell Island to a sunny day (although we had been warned that Campbell Island can and does have 4 seasons in one day). Luckily for us, this wasn't one of them and we enjoyed beautiful sunshine for our walk up Coll Lyall. This is where the MegaHerbs are situated and …
Dot
Dot
Evening Cally,
Just a quick note to thank you and the team for a wonderful voyage to the Snares, Enderby, Auckland & Campbell Islands early January. Trevor and I both enjoyed the voyage and consider our adventure to be one of the highlights of our travelling portfolio.
The Heritage Team were undoubtedly experts in their …
Dianna & Trevor
Dianna & Trevor
From the moment we left Avacha Bay and a Tufted Puffin appeared out of the fog, we knew it was going to be a special trip. In those 2 weeks were spectacular views of Steller's Sea Eagle, multiple sightings of Brown Bears (safely from our zodiac!), and amazingly curious walruses. Not forgetting the thousands of …
Barbara and David
Barbara and David
Already being back now for several weeks we still talk about the marvellous experience we had with the Spirit of Enderby during the 'Russia's Ring of Fire' trip. From the beginning (bookings, paperwork, till the end) everything was perfectly organised.
The trip itself gave what we hoped for and even more, the birds, the cetaceans, …
Christine & Gert Huijzers
Christine & Gert Huijzers
