Macquarie Island Cruises

from $45,895

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

34 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Expedition across southern seas
• Follow in footsteps of explorers
• Uncover mysteries of Ross Sea
• Explore the beauty of the Peninsula

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Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Embark on a 34-day expedition from Dunedin to Ushuaia aboard the Greg Mortimer for the Epic Antarctica cruise. Designed for adventurers and history lovers, follow in the footsteps of explorers like Scott and Shackleton. Sail past the Antarctic Circle, explore the Ross Sea, stunning landscapes, and the raw beauty of Antarctica’s untouched wilderness.

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from $42,495

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

New Zealand - Argentina - 34 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Expedition across southern seas
• Follow in footsteps of explorers
• Uncover mysteries of Ross Sea
• Explore the beauty of the Peninsula

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Join an epic 34-day expedition across the southern seas, following in the footsteps of legendary explorers like Scott, Ross, Amundsen, and Shackleton. Sail beyond the Antarctic Circle, uncovering wonders of the Ross Sea and exploring the Peninsula.

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from $35,495

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Ross Sea Odyssey

Hobart - Dunedin - 26 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore the deep South
• Encounter subantarctic wildlife
• Traverse the Antarctic Circle
• Cruise along Victoria Land Coast

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Dunedin

Activities

Adventure Options

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Variable

Embark on a 26-day Ross Sea Odyssey from Hobart to Dunedin aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore remote regions, starting with yellow-eyed penguins in subantarctic forests and royal albatross in mega herb moors. Cross the Antarctic Circle, cruise pack ice, and spot emperor penguins, orcas, and snow petrels.

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from $15,250

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Birding Down Under: Subantarctic and Chatham Islands

17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Visit the best islands for birding
• See the Albatross Latitudes
• Marvel at diverse seabird colonies
• Learn about nature and history

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Queenstown / Queenstown

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on the Heritage Adventurer for a 17-day New Zealand birding cruise. Visit remote islands that are home to some of the world's most diverse and distinctive bird species. To get a closer look at these islands and their fauna, take Zodiac excursions and hike the islands in search of exotic wildlife. 

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from $31,500

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In the Wake of Scott & Shackleton: Ross Sea Antarctica

28 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Visit the Ross Sea region
• Experience nature on a grand scale
• View relics of early exploration
• Observe penguins, seals, and whales
• Enjoy shore landings on islands

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Port of Bluff / Port of Bluff

Activity Level

Variable

Visit the subantarctic islands of Snares, Auckland, Macquarie, and Campbell, in the unique Southern Ocean en route your 28-day Antarctica expedition on the Ross Sea. Aboard Heritage Adventurer, spot penguins, seabirds, seals, and whales as you explore via zodiacs and on wildlife walks.

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from $9,990

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Galapagos of the Southern Ocean: New Zealand and Australia's Subantarctic Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Explore Macquarie Island
• Venture on Zodiac excursions
• View a vast array of endemic birds
• Appreciate the rich biodiversity
• Enjoy additional discovery by kayak

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Invercargill / Invercargill

Activity Level

Variable

Take a 12-day wildlife trip on Heritage Adventurer through New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands: the Snares, Auckland, Macquarie, and Campbell. These islands' high biodiversity provides enough opportunities to observe and photograph unique Subantarctic flora and wildlife. Expert naturalists aboard the ship provide a wealth of information.

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from $30,595

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Mawson’s Antarctica

Australia - New Zealand - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Cruise through Antarctica
• Witness Adélie and emperor penguins
• Explore Commonwealth Bay
• Encounter New Zealand wildlife

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 24-day Antarctic expedition retracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic adventure. Experience the beauty of East Antarctica, and encounter penguins, orcas, and snow petrels. Visit Cape Denison, explore Mawson's base, then journey to Dunedin, enjoying New Zealand's subantarctic islands with albatross and yellow-eyed penguins.

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from $15,295

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Subantarctic Discovery

Roundtrip Dunedin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Cross the Drake Passage
• Explore Antarctic wildlife
• Explore Antarctic Peninsula
• Attend lectures

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 15-day Subantarctic Discovery Expedition Cruise roundtrip from Dunedin, New Zealand aboard the Douglas Mawson. Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Subantarctic Islands, Stewart and Ulva Islands, Fiordland, Campbell Island and Auckland Islands. Discover rugged beauty and wildlife, including brown kiwi and flightless weka.

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from $31,495

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Ross Sea Odyssey

Roundtrip New Zealand - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore the deep South
• Encounter subantarctic wildlife
• Traverse the Antarctic Circle
• Cruise along Victoria Land Coast

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 25-day Ross Sea Odyssey Expedition Cruise aboard Douglas Mawson from Dunedin, New Zealand. Witness yellow-eyed penguins and royal albatrosses in the subantarctic, navigate through pack ice to spot emperor and Adélie penguins, orcas, and snow petrels against the Antarctic Ice Sheet. Explore the Victoria Land Coast and into the Ross Sea.

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from $69,000

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Unexplored Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia - Tasmania - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Experience half-circumnavigation
• Explore inaccessible Antarctica
• Encounter wildlife
• Discover more of Antarctica
• Trace footsteps of explorers

Starts / Ends

Santiago / Hobart

Activities

Hiking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 30-day Antarctic adventure aboard Le Commandant Charcot, tracing the footsteps of legendary explorers. Experience dreamlike landscapes and abundant wildlife, including penguins and whales. Explore iconic sites like Marie Byrd Land and Ross Sea before returning via Macquarie Island.

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from $68,190

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Antarctica's Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife

Hobart - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Hobart
• Discover Macquarie Island
• Experience Balleny Islands
• Explore Sturge Island

Starts / Ends

Hobart / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 24-day cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse II, journeying from Hobart to Dunedin to explore East Antarctica's Ross Sea. Encounter magnificent wildlife, from whales and orcas to penguins and seals, amidst the awe-inspiring icebergs and glaciers that have captivated explorers like Shackleton and Scott for generations.

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from $57,790

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Antarctica's Ross Sea: Majestic Ice & Wildlife

Dunedin - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Experience Antarctica's Ross Sea
• Discover Macquarie Island
• Experience Balleny Islands
• Explore Sturge Island

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Dunedin

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 24-day cruise to and from Dunedin aboard the Scenic Eclipse II to explore East Antarctica's Ross Sea. Encounter magnificent wildlife, from whales and orcas to penguins and seals, amidst the awe-inspiring icebergs and glaciers that have captivated explorers like Shackleton and Scott for generations.

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from $58,990

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Mawson’s Antarctica: Along the East Coast

25 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Queenstown
• Discover Milford Sound
• Witness Balleny Islands
• Explore the Terra Nova Hut

Starts / Ends

Queenstown / Hobart

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 25-day cruise from Queenstown to Hobart aboard the Scenic Eclipse II. Explore Antarctica's remote and captivating landscape, following in the footsteps of explorer Sir Douglas Mawson. Navigate wild realms and experience the unpredictability.

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from $13,860

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Expedition to New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands

Dunedin - Dunedin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Explore the Snares Islands
• Enjoy a guided walk on Ulva Island
• View fur seals, sea lions, & seals
• See Fiordland Crested penguins

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Dunedin on Le Soleal for a 15-day exploration cruise to New Zealand's Fiordland and Subantarctic Islands. Explore the South West World Heritage Area, which is home to the magnificent Milford, Dusky, and Doubtful Sounds. Take a Zodiac cruise across the fiords and look for the endangered Fiordland Crested penguin.

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from $30,750

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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal

• Spot incredible wildlife
• Explore unique flora and fauna
• Follow the paths of explorers
• Marvel at pristine ice formations

Starts / Ends

Dunedin / Dunedin

Activity Level

Variable

On this 22-day journey aboard Le Soleal, follow in the footsteps of pioneers such as Scott, Shackleton, and Borchgrevink. From New Zealand, cruise to Antarctica through the Ross Sea, visiting sub-Antarctic islands, observing the region's spectacular wildlife, and admiring unspoiled landscapes.

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