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.
Captain’s Log & Ship Locator
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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 …
Thank you, Heritage team and Russian Captain and crew - I really loved this trip, every minute. The islands, the birds, the sealions, the megaherbs, the lectures, the people I met - the whole experience occupies a special place in my memory. Thank you also for slideshow, the log and the list of birds. You …
Jane Battersby
Jane Battersby
Amazing beautiful places … what more to life is there?
Susan
Susan
This was my third incredible Heritage Expeditions voyage aboard the Spirit of Enderby, two of them completed in Jan-Feb 2014 (In the Wake of Scott and Shackleton) and March 2014 (New Zealand's Remote Islands) and my earlier Russia Far East Voyage Across The Top of World in August 2012.
I was very excited to read …
Ngaire Lawson (Hart)
Ngaire Lawson (Hart)
Four historica huts, wildlife (even at your feet), plus amazing scenery around you... what's not to love? I was so impressed by the team's passion and commitment during this truly amazing expedition, it was positively contagious. Their knowledge, skill and patience didn't go unnoticed. Once again, a huge thank you, to all :)
Susan Matthews
Susan Matthews
Thank you for the most wonderful experience and holiday. The best trip I have ever done in our beautiful country!
Cath Taylor
Cath Taylor
The trip of a lifetime!
Great staff, excellent meals and good company with everything so well organised.
A competent skipper who sought out the best moorings and allowed us on the bridge.
Enthusiastic and informative guides and most impressive to see how they all worked together.
The engineer could turn his hand to any task …
J
J
The expedition was just FABULOUS!!!!! Rodney is a terrific leader and very professional in his role, with a real passion for the wilderness. The staff were outstanding, helpful, gregarious and we all thoroughly enjoyed the lectures and the sharing of experiences. Food was excellent! Doctor Amama is a true delight! I hope I have an …
Ngaire
Ngaire
We both had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the staff, crew, ship and its operations. In particular, we though the Zodiac operation simple, safe and effective.
Peter
Peter
A wonderful trip with a fantastic crew and passengers. It was great to have the knowledge of our Expedition Leader, Linzy and expert Rod Morris and to learn about the history and flora and fauna of this special part of NZ. I particularly want to thank everyone for their support on my unfortunate slip while …
J Barber & A Harvey
J Barber & A Harvey
We truly believe you guys are one of the best travel companies we have ever dealt with regards to what places you go, what you offer in the expedition, your values and ethos, the quality of the ship, and above all else, the exceptional professionalism, experience, humour and quality of the staff.
Ben and Ros
Ben and Ros
