Oceania Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

Embark on a 13-day Aranoa cruise through the South Pacific, visiting Moorea, the Austral Islands, and either Maupiti or Huahine, then Raiatea and Bora Bora, enjoying Polynesian culture, beaches, snorkeling, diving, and unforgettable South Pacific landscapes.

Set sail on a 13-day French Polynesia cruise aboard Aranui 5, departing from Tahiti’s capital, Papeete, to the Tuamotus, Marquesas, Rangiroa, and Bora Bora. Discover Fakarava’s UNESCO atoll, explore archaeological sites, snorkel lagoons, and visit remote villages on this cultural South Pacific adventure.

Aboard the Aranui 5 for a 12-day South Pacific cruise where you are surrounded by intriguing Polynesian culture. Visit the Tuamotu Islands, swim at the local black sand beaches, and savor the delicious aroma of frangipani on the island of Vaitahu. Other stops include the enchanting Marquesas and idyllic Bora Bora.

Embark on a 16-day aboard M/S Paul Gauguin from Tahiti to Fiji, exploring four island groups across the South Pacific. Visit Moorea, Taha'a, and Bora Bora, with two days to discover its lagoon, before sailing west to Aitutaki in the Cook Islands and Tonga's Vava'u Islands. Take part in the ship's activities before reaching Fiji.

Sail through Australia’s Kimberley Coast on an 11-day cruise from Darwin to Broome aboard Coral Discoverer. Explore King George Falls, Vansittart Bay, Mitchell Falls, Montgomery Reef, Horizontal Falls, and Lacepede Islands. See Aboriginal rock art, WWII history, and rare wildlife while cruising through gorges, and remote archipelagos.

This 12-day cruise on the luxurious small ship M/S Paul Gauguin showcases the region’s incredible diversity of scenery. From low-lying Aitutaki to the jagged peaks and deep valleys of fertile Rarotonga, continue to the Society Islands to delight in the South Pacific’s crown jewels—Bora Bora, Taha’a, Huahine, and Moorea.

Embark on a 15-day cruise through Indonesia aboard Coral Geographer. Explore remote islands, see Komodo dragons, climb Padar Island, witness unique dances, and experience Toraja culture. Swim, snorkel, kayak, and visit traditional villages.

Sail New Zealand on a 12-day cruise aboard Heritage Adventurer. Explore Rotorua geothermal sites, Wellington culture, Marlborough Sounds, Akaroa, Dunedin wildlife, Stewart Island nature, and Fiordland fjords with guided excursions, scenic cruising, and onboard lectures.

Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier and explore Darwin, Bigge Island, Swift Bay, Hunter River, Careening Bay, Collier Bay, Lacepede Islands, and Broome. Travel through remote coastlines. Join guided zodiac landings, observe wildlife, and view ancient rock art. Experience a rare solar eclipse from open sea viewing decks.

Explore Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Wallis and Futuna on an 11-day cruise aboard Heritage Adventurer. Visit Savusavu, Futuna, Wallis, Savai’i, Apia, Vava’u, Fulaga and Taveuni. Choose rainforest walks, village visits, snorkeling, Zodiac cruises, birding, cultural experiences, and marine excursions. Discover Polynesian traditions and island wildlife.

A 9-day cruise from Broome through the Kimberley's reefs, tidal falls, and wildlife-rich waters aboard Coral Discoverer. Australian Geographic photographers lead daily workshops between wildlife encounters, a strong fit for photographers who want more than a standard sightseeing cruise.

Explore the Kimberley on an 11-day cruise from Kununurra to Broome aboard Paspaley Pearl. Navigate the King George River, visit the Bonaparte and Buccaneer archipelagos, learn about Indigenous rock art, and discover the Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef and Kuri Bay’s South Sea pearl farm along Western Australia’s remote coastline.