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Embark on a journey to the remote and enchanting The Snares, part of New Zealand's Subantarctic Islands, with our 3 exceptional whale-watching tours for 2025. These islands, often referred to as the 'Galapagos of the Southern Ocean,' offer a sanctuary for an abundance of marine life, including the majestic whales that grace these waters. Over the course of 12 to 28 days, you will have the opportunity to engage in whale watching, witness a myriad of endemic bird species, and appreciate the rich biodiversity that thrives in this pristine environment. The Snares are untouched by human hands, making every encounter with wildlife a moment of pure, unfiltered connection with nature. Starting at $9,990, these tours promise not only sightings of these gentle giants but also an educational experience that deepens your understanding of the delicate Southern Ocean ecosystem. To set sail on an adventure that will leave you with a profound appreciation for the natural world, contact one of Adventure Life's New Zealand specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Snares Penguin on The Snares Island
from $15,295
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Subantarctic Discovery

Roundtrip Dunedin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Dunedin’s lively harbor
  • Discover Stewart Island’s forests
  • Encounter Fiordland’s cliffs
  • Experience Macquarie’s landscapes
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Dunedin / Dunedin
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars
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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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Sea lion nestled in the seaweed.
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
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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 $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
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Visit the subantarctic islands of Snares, Auckland, Macquarie, and Campbell, in the unique Southern Ocean during your 28-day Antarctica expedition to the Ross Sea. Aboard the Heritage Adventurer, spot penguins, seabirds, seals, and whales as you explore via Zodiacs and on wildlife walks.
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