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Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime wildlife journey to New Zealand with Adventure Life. With 34 Wildlife Viewing Tours offered for 2023 and 2024, you can experience the awe-inspiring biodiversity of the country up close. From majestic whales, dolphins, penguins, seals, and albatrosses to unique species like the kiwi bird and tuatara lizard, New Zealand's diverse wildlife will captivate your senses. Explore spectacular landscapes ranging from lush rainforests, rugged mountains, and tranquil beaches. Our tours start at $3,150 for trips lasting 5 to 34 days, so contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists today to plan your seamless trip!
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
$7,105
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New Zealand's East Coast

13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Enjoy a New Year’s Eve cruise
  • Experience the Maori culture
  • Explore Fiordland’s sounds
  • Encounter birds and marine wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
AboardCoral Geographer, experience New Zealand from a different perspective, as free time and the ability to customize your expedition from a choice of experiences in historic cities is contrasted with wilderness experiences guided by the knowledgeable expedition team. By small ship, enjoy access …
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Cascading waterfall in the Milford Sound
$8,855
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Expedition to the Albatross Latitudes: The Subantarctic & Chatham Islands

17 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore Dusky and Doubtful Sounds
  • Discover Subantarctic islands
  • Spend time on Chatham Islands
  • Spot incredible wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Wellington
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
AboardCoral Geographer, discover why these islands are part of New Zealand’s Subantarctic UNESCO World Heritage site. Each wilderness experience is guided by our knowledgeable expedition team, as you spot rare birds, hike through wonderful fields of mega herbs and encounter numerous species …
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Sheep on a hillside overlooking Marlborough Sounds
$5,150
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New Zealand Coastal Odyssey: The Ultimate Expedition Cruise of the New Zealand Coast

11 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Experience the Maori culture
  • Explore Fiordland’s sounds
  • Encounter birds and marine wildlife
  • Visit Gisborne town
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On a spectacular 11-day expedition cruise of coastal New Zealand aboard Heritage Adventurer, explore the hidden gems of Aotearoa/New Zealand and its three major islands (the North Island, the South Island, and Stewart Island). From the dazzling lights of Auckland, New Zealand's largest city, to …
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Explore the stunning Milford Sound
$17,497
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Coastal New Zealand: Milford Sound to Auckland

Northbound - 14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore New Zealand’s diverse coast
  • See botanical gardens
  • Learn about Maori culture
  • Admire Napier's architecture
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Auckland
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the National Geographic Orion on this unforgettable 14-day expedition. New Zealand’s unparalleled natural beauty beckons with soaring peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and swathes of white-sand beaches. Travel through scenic fjords, bays, and sounds, witness plunging waterfalls and an …
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
$6,995
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The Best of New Zealand: An Intimate Exploration Cruise of New Zealand's Islands

15 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Experience the Maori culture
  • Explore Fiordland’s sounds
  • Encounter birds and marine wildlife
  • Explore Gisborne town
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Auckland
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Aboard Heritage Adventurer, discover the hidden jewels of Aotearoa/New Zealand and its three main islands (the North Island, South Island, and Stewart Island) on this amazing 15-day thrilling adventure of coastal New Zealand. From the ‘World's Coolest Little Capital' (Wellington) to Dunedin's …
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Amazing aerial view of Fiordland National Park on scenic flight from Milford Sound to Queenstown, NZ
$6,310
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Ancient Fjords and Unspoiled Islands of Southern New Zealand

8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Experience Dusky Sound
  • Explore the Snares
  • Discover Ulva Island
  • Visit Doubtful Sound
Starts / Ends:
Dunedin / Dunedin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard Le Lapérouse, in partnership with Relais & Châteaux and featuring guest chef Jimmy McIntyre. Experience the mesmerizing landscapes and exceptional wildlife of New Zealand's South Island, one of the world's best-preserved …
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Maori Art
$5,460
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New Zealand's North Island & Chatham Islands

Auckland - Wellington - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover Chatham Islands
  • Explore Rotorua and Tauranga
  • See the first sunrise in Gisborne
  • Visit the ancient site of the Māori
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Wellington
Activities:
Spa Relaxation, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore New Zealand's North Island & Chatham Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Lapérouse. Discover the rich Māori traditions and preserved nature of these destinations. Your journey will begin in the dynamic city of Auckland before visiting the geological attractions of Rotorua …
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$3,750
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Unseen Fiordland and Stewart Island: Exploring New Zealand's Remote Backyard

6 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Stewart Island
  • See different bird species
  • Discover Ulva Island.
  • Tour the stunning fiords
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Invercargill
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The Heritage Adventurer is a one-of-a-kind adventure to a remote part of New Zealand's wilderness. Visit Fiordland's lonely ice-carved mountains, beautiful forests, and flowing fiords. In isolation, away from the crowds, cruise the quiet seas of Fiordland and Stewart Island in search of …
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Explore the stunning Milford Sound
$23,330
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Coastal New Zealand: Auckland to Milford Sound

14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore New Zealand’s diverse coast
  • See botanical gardens
  • Learn about Maori culture
  • Admire Napier's architecture
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Queenstown
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the National Geographic Orion on this unforgettable 14-day expedition. New Zealand’s unparalleled natural beauty beckons with soaring peaks, crystal-clear lakes, and swathes of white-sand beaches. Travel through scenic fjords, bays, and sounds, witness plunging waterfalls and an …
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Observe beautiful fur seals
$5,295
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Southern Fiords Easter Voyage: An Exploration Fiordland's Southern Fiords Over Easter

9 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
  • Discover the scenic Wilmot Pass
  • Explore Doubtful Sound
  • Sail through Acheron Passage
  • Visit the Chalky Island
Starts / Ends:
Te Anau / Te Anau
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on this 9-day exploration of the Southern Fiords over the Easter break from Doubtful Sound to Preservation Inlet aboard Heritage Explorer. Spend two days experiencing the most spectacular scenery in Fiordland: Doubtful Sound. Photographic opportunities abound, and your time spent here …
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New Zealand's remotest island.
$8,945
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Beyond Fiordland - New Zealand's Wildest Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Campbell Island
  • Visit Carnley Harbor
  • Zodiac cruise along Adams Island
  • Admire Stewart Island's beauty
Starts / Ends:
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The Spirit of Enderby is a one-of-a-kind journey to a remote region of New Zealand's wilderness. Visit Fiordland's lonely ice-carved mountains, beautiful forests, and flowing fiords; this incredible place inspires your desire to travel responsibly. Travel alone, away from the crowds, through the …
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Coastal beauty of Dunedin
$30,250
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Southern Odyssey

Auckland to Dunedin - 20 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • See New Zealand’s cultural riches
  • Explore Fiordlands National Park
  • Watch vibrant wildlife
  • Spot unique species
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Dunedin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Navigate New Zealand’s verdant coastlines to encounter pristine beaches, quiet coves, and waters filled with whales, dolphins, and seals. The soaring peaks and countless waterfalls of the country’s dazzling fjords are at their jaw-dropping best in Fiordlands National Park, where …
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Beautiful view of Akaroa
$5,590
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New Zealand's South Island & Chatham Islands

Dunedin - Wellington - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Edinburgh of New Zealand
  • Visit South Island, Christchurch
  • Discover Chatham Islands
  • Enjoy snow-capped Kaikōura mountain
Starts / Ends:
Dunedin / Wellington
Activities:
Urban Exploration, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore New Zealand's South Island and Chatham Islands on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Lapérouse, departing from Dunedin to Akaroa, a town with Māori, French, and European heritage in a volcanic crater on the Otago Peninsula. As the voyage continues, the Chatham Islands will come into view, with …
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Explore the stunning Milford Sound
$5,295
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All of the Fiords: The Ultimate Fiordland Experience

10 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
  • Discover New Zealand
  • Sail through Fiordland's waters
  • Explore North and South Port harbor
  • Visit the majestic fiord
Starts / Ends:
Te Anau / Te Anau
Activities:
Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail for a 10-day exploration cruise of New Zealand's Fiordland National Park, now over 1.2 million hectares in size and rightly famous for its epic, grand-scale scenery, untamed wilderness, and unique wildlife, including bottlenose dolphins, Fiordland crested penguins, and New Zealand fur …
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Sea lion nestled in the seaweed.
$9,250
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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
Starts / Ends:
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activities:
Adventure Options, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on one of the most inspirational and educational expeditions into the Southern Ocean ecosystem that one may undertake around the globe. The Subantarctic Islands, located south of New Zealand, have long been recognized for their extraordinary biodiversity. They are UNESCO World Heritage …
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Queenstown, New Zealand
$5,475
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Unseen Fiordland, Stewart Island and The Snares: Exploring New Zealand's Remote Backyard

8 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Explore Stewart Island's coast
  • Visit The Snares Island
  • Discover Ulva Island birdlife
  • Explore fiords wilderness
Starts / Ends:
Queenstown / Invercargill
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The Heritage Adventurer offers a unique, 8-day expedition to the special region of the New Zealand wilderness. Visit the remote ice-carved mountains, verdant forests, and winding fiords of Fiordland. Travel the calm waters of Fiordland and Stewart Island in solitude, away from the crowds, on the …
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$9,560
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World Heritage Islands of the Sub-Antarctic

Bluff to Melbourne - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
  • Explore World Heritage areas
  • Explore penguin colonies
  • Learn history and heritage
  • Encounter the Sitka Spruce
Starts / Ends:
Port of Bluff / Melbourne
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the sub-Antarctic islands of Australia and New Zealand which are home to rare seabirds and marine mammals that have thrived in rugged isolation on this 13-day World Heritage Islands of the Sub-Antarctic Expedition cruise aboard Coral Geographer. Visit the largely untouched World Heritage …
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Marlborough Sounds
$3,200
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Discover Marlborough Sounds: An In-Depth Exploration of the Marlborough Sounds

7 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
  • Explore Queen Charlotte Sound
  • Visit Tory Channel
  • Sail through d’Urville
  • Discover Pelorus Sound
Starts / Ends:
Blenheim / Blenheim
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Spend a week exploring the 1,500-kilometer-long Marlborough Sounds, which were carved out by submerged valleys 10,000 years ago. These destinations are renowned for their breathtaking natural beauty, which includes beautiful cobalt streams, classic vistas, thick indigenous forests, wildlife, and …
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