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Aerial view of Moorea's iconic lagoon and lush mountains
from $4,898
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Austral Islands With Rapa

Tahiti to Tahiti - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranoa
  • Snorkel crystal-clear lagoons
  • Experience historic marae
  • Hike scenic island peaks
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Relax on Bora Bora’s pristine beach
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Papeete / Tahiti
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Hiking
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Embark on a 13-day Aranoa cruise from Tahiti through the Austral and Society Islands, visiting Moorea, Rimatara, Rurutu, Tubuai, Raivavae, Rapa, Raiatea, and Bora Bora. Snorkel lagoons, hike trails, explore villages, marvel at sacred marae, and experience authentic Polynesian culture and history.
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Aerial view of Moorea's iconic lagoon and lush mountains
from $4,734
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Austral Islands Without Rapa

Tahiti to Tahiti - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranoa
  • Encounter Polynesian culture
  • Trek Rurutu’s volcanic caves
  • Snorkel Tubuai’s clear lagoon
  • Visit Bora Bora beaches
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Papeete / Papeete
Activities
Scuba Diving, Snorkeling, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Aranoa cruise through the South Pacific, visiting the Austral and Society Islands. Discover Moorea, Rimatara, Rurutu, Tubuai, Raivavae, Raiatea, and Bora Bora, enjoying Polynesian culture, beaches, snorkeling, diving, and unforgettable South Pacific landscapes.
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Tahuata (Vaitahu) - Hiva Oa (Atuona)
from $4,490
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Discover the Marquesas

Papeete to Papeete - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5
  • Snorkel Fakarava Lagoon
  • Visit Ancient Sites
  • Dive Rangiroa's Tiputa Pass
  • Relax on Bora Bora
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Papeete / Papeete
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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.
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Bright sunset with canoe paddlers silhouetted on the waters of Bora Bora, Society Islands
from $21,995
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Cruising French Polynesia: Tahiti and Beyond

Tahiti to Tahiti - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Swim vibrant Rangiroa lagoon
  • Discover ancient Polynesian legends
  • Snorkel Tahanea’s remote reefs
  • Tour Tuamotu pearl farm
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Tahiti / Tahiti
Activities
Biking
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Variable
Experience French Polynesia on a 16-day small-ship luxury cruise through Tahiti, the Marquesas, Tuamotu, and Society Islands. Snorkel coral reefs, visit remote atolls, and discover cultural sites with expert-led excursions.
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $5,830
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Coral Futures with Australian Geographic

Cairns Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Snorkel Mackay Reef
  • Visit Sudbury Cay
  • Dive Moore Reef
  • Meet turtle volunteers
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Cairns / Cairns
Activities
Volunteering
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Variable
Embark on an 9-day Great Barrier Reef cruise on an immersive citizen science voyage aboard Coral Discoverer. Depart from Cairns and visit Mackay Reef, Howick Islands, Ribbon Reefs, Sudbury Cay, Moore Reef, Fitzroy Island, and Port Douglas while joining guided snorkeling, diving, reef monitoring, beach cleanups, and marine conservation programs.
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King George River Gorge, Kimberley, Australia
from $10,544
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Kimberley Expedition: Waterfalls & Wandjinas

Darwin - Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Explore Darwin’s vibrant city
  • Discover King George Falls
  • Visit Vansittart Bay’s art
  • Witness Montgomery Reef's tides
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Darwin / Broome
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Sail on an 11-day Kimberley expedition from Darwin to Broome aboard the Seabourn Pursuit. Experience the raw, rugged beauty of Australia’s remote Kimberley coast. Encounter the towering twin waterfalls of King George River, explore ancient Gwion Gwion rock art on Jar Island, and snorkel vibrant coral reefs at Ashmore Marine Park.
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Parrots in Papua New Guinea
from $9,045
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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Madang - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
  • Experience Lababia canoe adventure
  • Learn Fergusson Island traditions
  • Visit Buna wartime sites
  • Karkar reef snorkeling
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Cairns / Madang
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Variable
Experience Papua New Guinea on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer. Explore islands, visit villages, learn cultural traditions, see WWII sites, snorkel coral reefs, and cruise fjords. Engage with local communities, observe unique customs, and discover historic locations.
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New Zealand's remotest island.
from $9,500
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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
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Invercargill / Invercargill
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On this 12-day cruise aboard Heritage Adventurer starting and ending in the beautiful city of Invercargill, admire some of New Zealand's best pelagic birding including Wandering Albatross, Royal Albatross, Light-mantled Sooty Albatross, Campbell Island Albatross and Little Shearwater.
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A tropical beach with clear blue water, coral reefs, and tall coconut palms in Fakarava Atoll
from $4,805
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Arts Festival - Discover the Marquesas

Tahiti to Tahiti - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5
  • Enjoy a Tahiti-based cruise
  • Discover Nuku Hiva
  • Experience Bora Bora
  • Attend Marquesas Arts Festival
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Papeete / Papeete
Activities
Local Market Visits, Festival Visits
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Variable
Join the Aranui 5 for a 14-day Tahiti cruise to the Marquesas Arts Festival. Explore Fakarava, Nuku Hiva, Hiva Oa, Ua Pou, and Bora Bora while enjoying Polynesian culture, traditional crafts, snorkeling, and island history.
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Wineglass Bay in Tasmania
from $4,915
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Coastal Adventures: Tasmania

Hobart Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Bruny Island guided hikes
  • Seal colonies scenic cruise
  • Spot Breaksea Islands seabird
  • Melaleuca rare birdwatching
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Hobart / Hobart
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Variable
Explore Tasmania’s coast on a 7-day expedition cruise from Hobart aboard Coral Discoverer Visit Bruny Island, Maria Island, Freycinet, and remote Port Davey. Hike, kayak, swim, and discover wildlife, history, and landscapes.
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Te Anau, New Zealand
from $5,560
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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
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Te Anau / Te Anau
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Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
Join this ultimate 10-day exploration of New Zealand's remote ice-carved mountains, verdant forests, and winding fiords of Fiordland. This treasured natural wonderland, its wildlife, conservation, and history inspired expedition. Visit Preservation Inlet and Chalky inlet, Doubtful and Dusky Sound, and more!
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Makatea's striking coastal cliff covered in greenery rising above the ocean.
from $2,025
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Tuamotu Islands

Tahiti to Tahiti - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Aranoa
  • Visit sacred caves, mining history
  • Experience Mataiva lagoon & beaches
  • See Anaa's royal heritage
  • Snorkel, and savor Maa Tahiti
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Papeete / Tahiti
Activities
Fishing
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Variable
Sail from Tahiti to the Tuamotu Islands aboard the Aranoa. Visit Makatea’s caves, snorkel in Tautira, explore Mataiva’s lagoon, fish in Anaa, and experience local Polynesian culture.
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Snorkel the vibrant waters of the South Pacific
from $3,025
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Coastal Adventures: Great Barrier Reef

Cairns Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
  • Hike Hinchinbrook Island trails
  • Snorkel Geranium Passage reefs
  • Discover Djiru National Park
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Cairns / Cairns
Activities
Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Set sail on a 5-day Great Barrier Reef cruise from Cairns aboard Coral Discoverer to Sudbury Cay, Hinchinbrook Island, Geranium Passage Reefs, Dunk Island, and Mission Beach. Explore reefs, hike island trails, kayak, snorkel, and spot diverse wildlife, including turtles and cassowaries.
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Queen Charlotte Sound
from $2,595
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Unseen Queen Charlotte Sound

Picton roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Explorer
  • Learn the history of Tory Channel
  • Experience Queen Charlotte Walkway
  • Discover Motuara and Blumine Island
  • Trek to Arapawa Island's lookout
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Blenheim / Blenheim
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Variable
Join this 5-day adventure exploring Queen Charlotte Sound and its islands aboard Heritage Explorer. Discover Tory Channel's whaling past, Ship Cove's history, and Arapawa Island's scenic lookout. Traverse the renowned Queen Charlotte Walkway, then explore Motuara and Blumine Islands' wildlife and WWII relics.
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Coral grouper, diver, & school of fish
from $12,499
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Polynesia & Melanesia: Island Cultures & Coral Coasts

Papeete - Lautoka - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Pursuit
  • Visit UNESCO Taputapuatea site
  • Snorkel Aitutaki’s stunning lagoon
  • Visit sacred Yasawa caves
  • Discover Vanua Balavu culture
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Papeete / Lautoka
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Discover Polynesia & Melanesia on a 13-day Cruise from Tahiti to Fiji aboard Seabourn Pursuit. Explore volcanic islands, coral reefs, remote villages, and vibrant South Pacific cultures. Enjoy snorkeling, cultural excursions, scenic cruising, and relaxing sea days as you cross the International Date Line.
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Sail the crystal waters of the South Pacific reef system
from $4,354
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Austral Islands

13 Day Itinerary aboard Aranui 5
  • Learn about sustainable fishing
  • Try traditional javelin throwing
  • Admire the works of art and craft
  • Enjoy the amenities of Aranui
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Papeete / Papeete
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Variable
Come explore the enchanting Austral and Raiatea during this 13-day cruise. Designed to bring you to the unspoiled paradise on what is often referred to as the trip of a lifetime, the Aranui 5 will be your home away from home.
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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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Woman snorkeling in clear water in Bora Bora
from $14,600
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Lautoka to Papeete (Tahiti)

Lautoka - Papeete - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Cloud
  • Discover Lautoka’s vibrant markets
  • Dive Somosomo Strait’s coral reefs
  • Snorkel waters of Cobia Island
  • Experience Tongan culture
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Lautoka / Papeete
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Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day voyage on the Silver Cloud, exploring Fiji, Tonga, the Cook Islands, and French Polynesia, where stunning beaches and rich marine life await. Experience diverse ecosystems, cultural heritage, and unparalleled island relaxation throughout this South Pacific adventure.
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