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 …
NZ bush is not real unless it is raining! We had more than our fair share of bad weather, but it no means hindered our enjoyment.
We had 2 gloriously sunny days and we made the best of those, and the 'natives' came out to play - dolphins with young, and, highlight for me, Manta …
Jenny
Jenny
Many thanks to crew and staff for a wonderful trip.
Kim
Kim
One realises how fortunate one is to have been on an expedition like this only later, I assume. It was simply stunning, wonderful and so much more. The ship - Heritage Adventurer - I loved it! The captain and the crew, the hospitality staff (thanks Israel!) the expedition team (Cheli - Superleader) all wonderful. Warm, …
Mona Syhre
Mona Syhre
Good crew, good ship, very knowledgeable guides and backup, well organised in difficult circumstances; incredible wildlife and environment you just couldn't see anywhere else. An unparalleled experience.
Robin
Robin
I learned so much about the history, fauna and flora of the islands.
Margaret, New Zealand (past expeditioner)
Margaret, New Zealand (past expeditioner)
Firstly I would like to thank Heritage for another memorable trip. This time we made it to the Snares and what mysterious and memorable islands they are. My last visit to Enderby Island 2 years ago (en route to the Ross Sea) was a very wet and windy affair, this time it was blue skies …
Michael Potts
Michael Potts
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
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
Thoroughly enjoyed the trip, great weather, food and crew who were very helpful & knowledgeable. What a beautiful, pristine part of our country. We have to ensure this area stays like this.
M. Ng
M. Ng
...Your combined knowledge and skills was outstanding and inspiring. Don, treading the fine line between people's expectations and providing safe, rewarding experiences must at times be difficult but you did it with ease and we both had so many breathtaking, awe-inspiring experiences in expedition mode.
I had done a bit of reading to prepare for …
Kelsey
Kelsey
