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Expedition Cruising Indonesia & Melanesia

Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea & Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu

Join acclaimed author, scientist and explorer Professor Tim Flannery and discover an idyllic paradise among Indonesia's lost islands on Indonesian Explorer. Explore Raja Ampat and little-known biodiverse-rich jungle-capped volcanic islands well beyond traditional tourist routes. Swim with the Whale Sharks in Kwatisore Bay, visit Komodo National Park (home to the famed Komodo Dragon), discover Jacques Cousteau's "underwater nirvana" Wakatobi National Park and explore the turquoise waters and rainbow corals of Raja Ampat as we traverse powdery white sand beaches and untamed jungles.

SAVE 10%* + FREE FLIGHT to Cairns, or travel back-to-back with us on Discover the Secrets of Melanesia and SAVE 15%*.

Discover the Secrets of Melanesia as you sail into a world few ever experience where unique time-honoured traditions and elaborately costumed dancers welcome us into their world as we uncover the hidden gems of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu. Experience the Sepik River Dragon Dance, the spectacular island of Bougainville, isolated Ambrym ‘island of volcanoes' home to the sacred Rom dance, explore wildlife-filled pristine jungles, discover fascinating WWII history wrecks and relics, snorkel some of the world's best reefs, enjoy unforgettable cultural exchanges with remote tribes and villages, swim and sip bubbles at iconic Champagne Beach and more.

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Indonesian Explorer: Raja Ampat to Papua New Guinea

18 DAYS 
29 Sep – 16 Oct 2025  SAVE 5%* + FREE flight Madang to Cairns*
Bali - Madang - Cairns

Aboard Heritage Adventurer

  • Enjoy the unforgettable of swimming with the gentle Whale Sharks of Cenderawasih Bay
  • Visit Komodo National Park - land of the Komodo Dragon
  • Discover Jacques Cousteau's "underwater nirvana" Wakatobi National Park
  • Explore the forgotten tropical paradise of Raja Ampat
  • Snorkel pristine coral gardens looking for Dugong, Parrotfish, Clownfish, Manta Rays and Pygmy seahorses
  • Discover ancient rock in hidden caves on rarely visited islands
  • Brilliant birding with up to 14 species of Bird-of-paradise including Red Bird-of-paradise, Wilson's Bird-of-paradise, Magnificent Bird-of-paradise and Lesser Bird-of-paradise
  • Swim with thousands of stingless jellyfish of and explore Tomolol Caves
  • Trek into the lush rolling hills and tropical rainforest of the Arfak Mountains
  • Thrilling cultural encounters at villages largely cut off from the outside world
  • Discover WWII relics and snorkel Japanese war plane wrecks

*T&Cs apply, new bookings only, book by 20 January 2025, excludes landing fees.

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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia: Papua New Guinea, The Solomon Islands & Vanuatu

17 DAYS

15 – 31 Oct 2025  SAVE 10%* + FREE flight, Cairns to Madang*
Cairns, Australia - Madang, Papua New Guinea - Port Vila, Vanuatu

Aboard Heritage Adventurer

  • Discover the hidden gems of Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Vanuatu
  • Be some of the first travellers in over two decades to return to the spectacular island of Bougainville
  • Superb snorkelling in crystalline waters
  • Mangrove Zodiac cruise in search of Dugong and crocodiles
  • Meet friendly local villagers – remarkable and diverse cultural visits from island to island
  • A Naturalist and Marine Biologist will also be on this expedition
  • Exceptional birding including Manus Friarbird, Mussau Monarch, Superb Pitta, Roviana Rail, Solomon Sea Eagle, Beck's Petrel, Vanikoro White-eye, Kolombangara Monarch, Vanuatu Megapode and White-headed Fruit Dove
  • Visit isolated Ambrym - ‘island of volcanoes' and home to traditional Rom dance
  • Swimming at iconic Champagne Beach

*T&Cs apply, new bookings only, book by 20 January 2025, excludes landing fees.

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For 40 years, Heritage Expeditions has pioneered voyages to some of the most wild and biologically rich regions on the planet. Our mission is to increase awareness and conservation of the natural world through responsible expedition travel.

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Our team of naturalists, historians, biologists and ornithologists bring an enormous wealth of experience, knowledge and passion to our expeditions, both in the field and onboard our ship during our lecture series.

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Our new flagship, the 140-guest Heritage Adventurer, combines the highest passenger ship iceclass rating with an international flair and luxury amenities. Guests enjoy spacious suites, elegant common areas and cuisine prepared by top chefs.

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