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 35 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.
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Join us as we cruise into the rarely-visited heart of Fiordland and experience the untamed, primordial majesty of New Zealand's grand scale natural wonder, with an option including the Subantarctic Islands, and benefit from our 40 years of exploration of this region. Travel is aboard our luxurious 18-guest expedition yacht Heritage Explorer and 140-guest flagship Heritage Adventurer.
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Japan Early Bird Sale
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Experience the best Japan has to offer as we sail from iconic cities to remote coastlines and islands aboard our luxurious 140-guest flagship Heritage Adventurer. Our carefully curated voyages are designed to showcase contemporary cities, museums and art galleries alongside medieval castles, shrines and temples to world famous gardens, samurai legacy, hot springs, Japanese cuisine, sake and more. SAVE 20% ON 2025 DEPARTURES.
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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 …
Many thanks for a brilliant voyage. I had a completely fantastic time on the trip to the Subantarctic Islands.
Marina
Marina
What a fabulous trip, absolutely awesome Judd was a brilliant leader as were all expedition staff
Pam Holdsworth
Pam Holdsworth
To all at heritage Expeditions,Thanks heaps for the trip to east Antarctica and the NZ subantarctic islands.I had the best time,and without doubt the my best experience ever, what a place and what a trip.Thanks again to Rodney and all involved.
Barry
Barry
The visits to the islands were very special and will not be forgotten easily. Just seeing some of the megaherbs in flower and bird colonies made for magical moments, now relived by hundreds of photos. The Russian crew were very friendly, polite, efficient and helpful when asked. The Expedition team were great and showed complete …
Graham
Graham
We had such a wondrous time on the ship...still reeling from it all, it was just fabulous and the thousands of penguins we saw were just amazing and exceeded all our expectations!!! Four new species for us seen was just amazing...Snares, Royals, SIX EMPERORS and an erect crested!!! We were in penguin heaven!!! We've now …
Julie and Tim
Julie and Tim
What a fantastic trip! A beautiful boat and lots of activities to do such as bushwalks, Zodiac cruises, kayaking and even fishing. Let alone cruising down the sounds spotting the wildlife. We had a fabulous time. And a big thank you to our chef Lindzi and his wife Kath. What a great team and amazing …
Jo Randle
Jo Randle
I was especially delighted at the freedom you gave us on shore to do our “own thing”. Each day was such a treat.
Mary
Mary
Thank you for the excellent trip to South to Antarctica. The moment I was standing on the fast ice and an adult emperor penguin jumped up on to the ice close to me while the ship was in the background was really marvellous!
Göran
Göran
tolle Reise, viele schöne Erlebnisse, hervorragende Mannschaft um Rodney Russ und Besatzung - wie im letzten Jahr !
Perfekt organisiert, und flexibel wenn nötig.
Muss man erlebt haben, kann man nicht beschreiben.
Viele Grüße
Hans, Germany
Hans, Germany
What an unforgettable way to travel and experience the rarest of New Zealand locations, marine life, ecology and history. Each day was an adventurous delight, full of memories, topped off with top-notch cuisine and hospitality from a delightful crew. It is a very slick operation and a real credit to the staff by Heritage Expeditions …
J McElrea
J McElrea
