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 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.
The 25 Best Places to Go in 2025
Condé Nast Traveler features Heritage Expeditions
Heritage Expeditions and our Subantarctic Islands voyages have made influential travel bible Condé Nast Traveler's 'The 25 Best Places to Go in 2025' list. The definitive roll call of the world's must visit-destinations in 2025 includes New Zealand's Subantarctic Antipodes, Bounty, Auckland, Snares, and Campbell Islands, as well as Australia’s Macquarie Island, alongside Heritage Expeditions and its signature Subantarctic Island voyage Birding Down Under.
Wildlife Photography Workshops
With Award-winning Photographer Rachel Bigsby
Heritage Expeditions is excited to announce its partnership with Nikon ambassador and multi-award-winning seabird photographer, Rachel Bigsby, on our all new wildlife photography workshops. Limited to 8 spots on each of our 2025 Birding Down Under and Beyond Fiordland voyages, guests joining the workshop will travel with, and learn from, the Wildlife Photographer of the Year‘s Natural Artistry winner and Bird Photographer of the Year’s Portfolio winner.
Captain’s Log & Ship Locator
Follow our latest expedition and enjoy regular updates directly from our ship through our Captain's Log. Pinpoint our vessel's current location and track our voyage in real time with our Ship Locator.
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 so much! This trip opened up a different world for me. I was so impressed with your staff and your entire organization. I am recommending your tours to all my friends. My friend has been in touch with you regarding the Jewel of the Russian Far East trip. Love the unique and off …
Mary
Mary
The birders were delighted with our Zodiac runs past massive cliffs, home to thousands of guillemots, Black-legged Kittiwakes and cormorants, interspersed with Horned and Tufted Puffins, Crested and Parakeet Auklets to name but a few of the 59 bird species we were able to tick off on the trip. With excitement we launched the Zodiacs …
Alan
Alan
This is my 3rd trip to Antarctica. First time with Heritage Expeditions and first time to the Ross Sea. The vast amount of knowledge shared with us by the group of expedition leaders is unparalleled. Heritage is in a class by itself.
Russell Yeh
Russell Yeh
Absolutely wonderful! Awe inspiring nature and brilliant, multi-talented helpful crew.
Vicki Baas
Vicki Baas
We have just returned from the superb expedition on the Spirit of Enderby in Kamchatka (June/July). We cannot thank the 'on board' team enough... but hope our words have led them to realise our appreciation!
However- I'm sure there's an equally great team "back at the office" - and so I'd just like to extend …
Chris and Roger
Chris and Roger
It was a fantastic voyage! The weather was amazing, the ship was stable, all the staff were terrific, the lectures were really interesting the food was excellent & I met many wonderful fellow travellers, some of whom I am keeping in touch with.
And now I am belatedly reading a book about the Antarctic explorers …
Sally Adams
Sally Adams
Having just experienced the most wonderful smorgasbord of wildlife on our recent trip down the Kamchatka Peninsula and Commander Islands, I wish to express our admiration of Samuel Blanc's skills as an expedition leader who lead his team effortlessly and tirelessly to achieve an outstanding outcome. Together with Captain Alex who was just as enthusiastic …
Maria Townsend
Maria Townsend
Many thanks again for two truly splendid trips. It is a privilege to take part on such adventures and I appreciate the hard work (and stress!) and the team effort that goes into the organisation of such challenging trips. The Kuril Island and the Kamchatka trips were very special and I'm about to relive the …
Jenny
Jenny
I learned so much about the history, fauna and flora of the islands.
Margaret, New Zealand (past expeditioner)
Margaret, New Zealand (past expeditioner)
I have just returned from The Top of the South: Explorations Beyond Marlborough Sounds expedition cruise and wanted to let the Heritage Management Team know that I thoroughly enjoyed every moment of it. We were very lucky with the weather and didn't have any wind until the last day.The crew were amazing and went out …
Carol Poolman
Carol Poolman
