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, Antarctic Peninsula and the Falkland Islands, South Georgia and South Shetland Islands, High Arctic cruises in Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland, the British Isles, Scotland, Ireland and the United Kingdom, France, Spain and Portugal, Japan & SE Asian islands, South Pacific, Australia's Kimberley Coast and New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands, Fiordland and Stewart Island, 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.
True Young Explorer Scholarships
2026/27 Southern Season Scholarships now open!
Know a young person aged 20–32 who is passionate about wildlife, wilderness, conservation and adventure? True Young Explorer Scholarships are now open for our 2026/27 Southern Season, exploring stunning Fiordland and Stewart Island, New Zealand and Australia’s extraordinary Subantarctic Islands, and the ‘heart of Antarctica’, the Ross Sea.
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Tropical Islands of Fiji, Samoa & Tonga Cruise
Embark on an exclusive, 11-day island-hopping expedition through Fiji, Wallis & Futuna, Samoa and Tonga, limited to the final 24 staterooms and suites. Explore iconic and remote islands, volcanic landscapes, lush rainforests and pristine reefs, encountering endemic wildlife and experiencing vibrant Polynesian cultures.
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Antarctica
Join Heritage Expeditions, the world’s most experienced Southern Ocean operator, on the voyage of a lifetime travelling to Antarctica’s Ross Sea from New Zealand, or expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula from Ushuaia. Benefit from our more than 35 years of polar exploration cruising to the Ross Sea Antarctica and visiting Australia and New Zealand’s Subantarctic Islands on a voyage …
Arctic
The northernmost region on Earth, the Arctic’s vast wilderness of dramatic glaciers, towering mountains, endless tundra and drifting sea ice make it perfect for authentic expedition cruising. From Polar Bear cruises in Svalbard, to Arctic adventures cruising Greenland’s fjords and glaciers and a circumnavigation cruise of Iceland, these starkly beautiful icy outposts are home to remarkable wildlife, enduring Indigenous cultures …
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 …
Europe
Whether you embark on a voyage of discovery on a cruise of the Atlantic shores of Portugal, Spain, France, Guernsey, Sark, and the United Kingdom; sail the remote British Isles, Ireland, Wales and Scotland; or join a history and wildlife cruise through the wilds of Scotland, Faroe Islands and Iceland, an authentic expedition with Heritage Expeditions is the best way …
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 …
Seeing and photographing the Kermadec storm petrel did it for me. It’s unique to the Kermies and the only place you can see it is here – that was the whole idea of this venture!
Steve
Steve
Thanks to everyone at Heritage for a truly wonderful expedition. The wildlife was wonderful, the company was great, and I don't know how you arranged such perfect weather.
Robin
Robin
I have been home a week now from my expedition "In the Wake of Scott and Shackleton voyage" from the February 8th voyage. I had a fantastic time and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. There were several highlights, overall the calm seas and the great weather that was put on; the time saved because we were …
Robin
Robin
This was an awesome experience and the foundations were: An extremely comfortable ship - we wore patches and never felt sea-sick Professional and endlessly helpful staff and crew The passionate and knowledgeable guides who communicated that so well and never lost patience with a continuous stream of questions The Islands and the ocean - it …
Laura Jones
Laura Jones
What a great trip! Although in the eye of a cyclone, with the expert knowledge of the captain and tour guide the scenery and experiences were fantastic. I can't tell you how special the culinary creations our expert French chef provided were - exceptional!!
We were so pleasantly surprised by our Heritage Expeditions experience on the Top of the South expedition. The professionalism of our guides Max and Robbie, the skills of skipper Steve, the masterful skills Wayne our chef, the quiet efficiency of hostess Ella and the quiet efficiency of Hamish in keeping the boat operating smoothly ensured …
W & M Jowett
W & M Jowett
A big Thank You to Rodney and staff and crew for a fantastic trip to Wrangel and North Eastern Siberia. Amazing wildlife and fascinating culture in an area that get very few visitors. Everything was run very professionally by Rodney and his staff and crew. Already looking forward to my next trip with Heritage...
Geir Ulstein
Geir Ulstein
Amazing trip, which has been on my bucket list for some time; majestic and hauntingly beautiful, this trip truly exceeded my expectations.
B Steel
B Steel
The expedition was one of the greatest experiences of my life. We journeyed to many incredible parts of Aotearoa that I wouldn't have otherwise sailed to, hiked, or photographed. I loved how the daily itinerary responded to the weather conditions and different abilities so that we could all have a meaningful time in each place. …
Emily P
Emily P
My brother Roger (83 1/2 retired Medical Doctor) and I, Brian (82 retired Dental Surgeon) thoroughly enjoyed this amazing adventure. Having previously (in 2005) experienced the Heritage Spirit of Enderby expedition to Kermadec Islands where I dived with Roger Grace, I looked forward to this Southern Ocean trip with enthusiasm. The whole voyage was absolutely …
Brian L. Peak
Brian L. Peak
