Top South Pacific Tours & Cruises in 2027

from $14,300

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Discover the Secrets of Melanesia

Cairns - Port Vila - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer

• Discover the jewels of Tetepare
• Explore Sepik River Kopar Village
• Visit Rabaul’s volcanic landscapes
• Swim Champagne Beach waters

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Cairns / Port Vila, Efate

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Rainforest Exploration

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Join a 17-day cruise on the Heritage Adventurer through Papua New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu, exploring diverse cultures and wildlife. Enjoy optional activities like snorkeling, birding excursions, and canoeing while visiting historical WWII sites and vibrant traditions.

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from $10,240

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Frontier Lands of Papua New Guinea

Cairns to Rabaul - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Explore Samarai Island and snorkel
• Visit Dobu hot springs
• Cruise the Cape Nelson fjords
• See marine life in Kimbe Bay

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Cairns / Rabaul

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Urban Exploration

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Sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer from Cairns to Rabaul. Explore Papua New Guinea’s vibrant islands, WWII battlefields, and the Sepik River. Discover traditional markets, fjords, coral reefs, and cultural performances. Swim, snorkel, and dive in pristine waters while learning about local traditions and history.

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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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from $8,195

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The Kimberley

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer

• See Lacepede Islands wildlife
• See Montgomery Reef tidal spectacle
• See Careening Bay historic tree
• Wollaston Bay exploration

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Darwin / Broome

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Helicopter Tours

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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.

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from $6,430

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Cook Islands & Society Islands

Tahiti to Tahiti - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Explore the vibrant Papeete market
• See the hidden rainforest treasures
• Enjoy lagoon snorkel excursions
• Experience the scenic Aitutaki hike
• Visit the unspoiled Rarotonga charm
• Enjoy Bora Bora SCUBA adventure

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Papeete / Papeete

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Spa Relaxation

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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.

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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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from $4,735

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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

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Snorkeling, Scuba Diving, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching

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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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from $10,975

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Passage through the Melanesian Arc

Port Moresby to Port Vila - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer

• Explore Panasia limestone caves
• Learn canoe-building traditions
• Snorkel pristine Njari Island
• Dive Espiritu Santo wrecks

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Port Moresby / Port Vila, Efate

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Coral Adventurer through Vanuatu and Melanesia. Explore Louisiade Archipelago, Laughlan Atoll, Marovo Lagoon, Santa Ana, Espiritu Santo, Ambrym, Nguna, and Tanna. Dive WWII wrecks, release turtles, snorkel coral reefs, witness unique cultural performances, and stand at active Mount Yasur.

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from $10,500

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Beyond Fiordland - New Zealand's Wildest Islands

Port of Bluff Roundtrip - 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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from $4,806

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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

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Local Market Visits, Festival Visits

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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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from $5,345

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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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Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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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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from $5,835

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All of the Fiords: The Ultimate Fiordland Experience

Preservation Inlet to Milford - 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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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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from $2,026

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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

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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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from $2,860

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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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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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from $11,050

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Galapagos of the Southern Ocean

Porto of Bluff Roundtrip - 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 $10,180

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Crossing Oceania: Fiji to Bali

Lautoka to Benoa - 21 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Paul Gauguin

• Hike Koroyanitu National Park
• Snorkel Espiritu Santo reefs
• Discover Komodo dragon habitat
• Visit Ubud’s Sacred Monkey

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Lautoka / Benoa

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Embark on a 21-day Oceania cruise from Fiji to Bali aboard MS Paul Gauguin. Hike Koroyanitu National Park, snorkel Espiritu Santo, visit Guadalcanal’s WWII sites, explore Komodo, tour Ubud’s temples, enjoy Polynesian dance, and optional cooking classes and spa indulgence.

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from $14,080

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From Fiji to Micronesia

Lautoka to Guam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier

• Visit Lautoka, Fiji's sugar hub
• Roderick Bay shipwreck snorkeling
• Explore the Bougainville coastlines
• Dive in Njari pristine coral reef

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Lautoka / Guam

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Sail across the Pacific on a 17-day expedition cruise from Lautoka, Fiji, to Guam aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Explore Vanuatu’s volcanic traditions, Solomon Islands’ coral reefs, Bougainville’s coastlines, and Micronesia’s historic shipwrecks. Discover remote atolls, dive among marine life, and experience traditional island culture.

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from $5,363

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Pitcairn & Gambier

Papeete to Papeete - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Aranoa

• Visit Anaa’s jade-green lagoon
• Experience Village cultural welcome
• Explore John Adams' grave
• Explore archaeological sites

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Papeete / Papeete

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Biking

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Embark on this 12-day voyage aboard Aranoa across the South Pacific for an adventure you won?t find in the average guidebook. Enjoy the beautiful landscape along the Tahitian archipelagos as the voyage sails its way to the remote and historical island of Pitcairn via Gambier and Tuamotu Islands.

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