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Explore the South Pacific with one of our 3 exceptional land and sea cruises in 2025 or 2026. Immerse yourself in a journey of captivating cultures and diverse landscapes. Uncover lush rainforests, picturesque villages, and diverse wildlife on land, then sail through crystal clear waters. Engage in rich cultural experiences, from local markets to traditional Melanesian and Polynesian cuisine. The South Pacific's natural beauty, from stunning coral reefs to secret islands, will take your breath away. Our cruises, lasting from 24 to 34 days, start at $30,595. Contact us for help planning your next trip.

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Mawson’s Antarctica

Hobart - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends: Hobart / Dunedin
Activities: Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Adventure Options
Activity Level: Variable

Join this 24-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson, tracing Sir Douglas Mawson's historic journey through Antarctica's breathtaking scenery. Encounter diverse wildlife, penguins, and albatrosses while exploring remote landscapes and discovering Mawson's legendary base.

Explore Hobart’s waterfront
Spot wildlife on Macquarie Island
Marvel at East Antarctica ice cliff
Visit New Zealand subantarctic

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Epic Antarctica: Crossing the 7th Continent

Dunedin - Ushuaia - 34 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

Starts / Ends: Dunedin / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level: Variable

Join this 34-day expedition cruise on the Douglas Mawson to explore the subantarctic islands and the Ross Sea, starting in Dunedin. Experience penguins, albatrosses, and glaciers while crossing the Antarctic Circle, concluding your adventure in Ushuaia.

Cross Antarctic waters
Witness Ross Sea’s ice shelves
Encounter Macquarie’s landscapes
Explore Dunedin’s coastal charm

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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Starts / Ends: Hobart / Cape Town
Activities: Spa Relaxation, Hiking
Activity Level: Variable

Sail on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa. Follow the paths of explorers, witness icebergs and glaciers, and visit Australian research stations Casey and Davis.

Trace footsteps of explorers
Set sail from Hobart
Navigate through coastal ice floes
wildlife of the Southern Ocean
eastern side of Antarctica

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