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Discover the wild beauty of the South Pacific on an unforgettable wildlife safari. Adventure Life offers 26 spectacular trips that take you to remote islands, coral reefs, and volcanic landscapes – perfect to observe the plethora of amazing wildlife like endangered sea turtles, colorful fish, and rare bird species. Our South Pacific safari tours start at $4,530 for experiences lasting 8 to 34 days. Travel with Adventure Life and get ready to explore a truly unique part of the world! Make your next trip seamless with the help of one of our tour specialists. Contact us today.
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Mt. Cook
from $8,483
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New Zealand Grand Hikes: North & South Islands

New Zealand Small Group Tour - 15 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Auckland / Queenstown
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience exploring the diverse landscapes of both islands, from Rotorua to Queenstown, on this 15-day hiking adventure in New Zealand. From the Waitomo glow worm caves, Rotorua geothermal area, and volcanoes of Tongariro National Park in the north, spend even more time hiking in the south, along the Abel Tasman coast, and the majestic peaks of Aoraki/Mt Cook and Mt Aspiring National Parks.
  • See the Waitomo glow worm caves
  • Learn about Māori culture
  • Hike Tongariro National Park
  • Experience the Abel Tasman Coast
  • See coastal limestone canyons
  • Hike Aoraki /Mt. Cook
  • See stunning view of Fiordland NP
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Mt. Aspiring National Park
from $5,576
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South Island Grand Hikes

New Zealand Small Group Tour - 10 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Nelson / Queenstown
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience this 10-day hiking odyssey from Nelson to Queenstown, unveiling the pristine beauty and rugged charm of New Zealand's South Island. Traverse breathtaking landscapes, encounter diverse wildlife, and immerse yourself in unforgettable adventures along this iconic route.
  • Experience the Abel Tasman Coast
  • Explore limestone canyons
  • Hike the Aoraki/Mount Cook
  • Float in a terminal glacier lake
  • See stunning views of Fiordland NP
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Nightcliff Jetty, Darwin, Australia
from $7,070
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The Kimberley

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Adventurer
Starts / Ends
Darwin / Broome
Activity Level
Variable
Marvel at the natural beauty and some of the earliest known Indigenous art, the enigmatic Bradshaw drawings. Soak up the history and unique geology, view the wildlife, and experience the wonder of the Kimberley on this 11-day cruise on Coral adventurer.
  • Experience the tidal phenomenon
  • Visit Lacepede Island Nature Reserv
  • Witness Montgomery Reef
  • Marvel at the King George Falls
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The unusual red color of Broome, Australia
from $8,850
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The Kimberley

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
Starts / Ends
Darwin / Broome
Activity Level
Variable
Travel ashore to view natural wonders and some of the oldest known Indigenous art, the mysterious Bradshaw paintings. This 11-day cruise on Coral Geographerr lets you soak up the history and unique geology, view the wildlife - experience the wonder of the Kimberley. 
  • Experience the tidal phenomenon
  • Visit Lacepede Island Nature Reserv
  • Witness Montgomery Reef
  • Marvel at the King George Falls
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Travelers learning how to scuba dive.
from $4,530
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Outerknown Adventures on the Great Barrier Reef

Cairns to Cairns - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Cairns / Cairns
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Explore exclusive private islands, tropical resort, and ancient rainforest trails on this 8-day Australian cruise aboard the Coral Expeditions II. Explore the Great Barrier Reef by snorkeling, swimming, scuba diving, and glass bottom boat accompanied by an expert Marine Biologist. Depart from Cooktown exploring the best of the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Snorkel the Great Barrier Reef
  • Swim and snorkel Lizard Island
  • Discover the pristine Ribbon Reefs
  • Learn about Cook’s landing
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from $15,250
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Birding Down Under: Subantarctic and Chatham Islands

17 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
Starts / Ends
Queenstown / Queenstown
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on the Heritage Adventurer for a 17-day New Zealand birding cruise. Visit remote islands that are home to some of the world's most diverse and distinctive bird species. To get a closer look at these islands and their fauna, take Zodiac excursions and hike the islands in search of exotic wildlife. 
  • Visit the best islands for birding
  • See the Albatross Latitudes
  • Marvel at diverse seabird colonies
  • Learn about nature and history
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Snares Penguin on The Snares Island
from $15,295
Air Credit
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Subantarctic Discovery

Roundtrip Dunedin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Dunedin / Dunedin
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 15-day Subantarctic Discovery Expedition Cruise roundtrip from Dunedin, New Zealand aboard the Douglas Mawson. Explore UNESCO World Heritage-listed Subantarctic Islands, Stewart and Ulva Islands, Fiordland, Campbell Island and Auckland Islands. Discover rugged beauty and wildlife, including brown kiwi and flightless weka.
  • Explore Dunedin’s lively harbor
  • Discover Stewart Island’s forests
  • Encounter Fiordland’s cliffs
  • Experience Macquarie’s landscapes
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Rock formations along the coast of Kimberly
from $8,580
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Best of the Kimberley and Tiwi Islands

11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Darwin / Broome
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Explore natural wonders of the Kimberley coast. Witness magnificent coastal vistas created by towering rock ridges, silent secluded gorges, plunging waterfalls, abundant wildlife, and massive tidal movements on this 11-day cruise aboard Coral Discoverer.
  • Experience the Horizontal Waterfall
  • Marvel at the King George Falls
  • Learn about ancient rock art
  • Witness Montgomery Reef
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Maria Island
from $8,625
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Circumnavigation of Tasmania

Roundtrip Hobart - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Hobart / Hobart
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, visiting national parks, remote islands, and stunning coastlines. Enjoy beach walks, wildlife encounters, and gourmet dining with fresh Tasmanian produce.
  • Encounter Maria Island's wildlife
  • Discover Flinders Island’s history
  • Visit Kent Group's remote islands
  • Experience Port Davey’s wilderness
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Explore the wonder of coral reefs
from $6,600
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Citizen Science on the Great Barrier Reef

Brisbane - Cairns - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Brisbane / Cairns
Activities
Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail for an 11-day cruise on Coral Discoverer, departing from Brisbane, and exploring the vibrant Great Barrier Reef. Engage in conservation activities, snorkel, dive, and witness breathtaking marine life.
  • Visit Lady Elliot marine sanctuary
  • Visit Mon Repos turtle conservation
  • Contribute to coral health studies
  • Dive into an underwater art museum
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from $8,520
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Abrolhos Islands & the Coral Coast

Fremantle to Broome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
Starts / Ends
Fremantle / Broome
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through Western Australia's remote coastline aboard Coral Geographer. Snorkel coral reefs, swim with sea lions, and explore historic shipwrecks and cultural sites. Go ashore on remote beaches and enjoy close-up views of rare wildlife.
  • Snorkel Ningaloo Reef sites
  • Explore Abrolhos shipwreck history
  • Kayak at Dampier Archipelago waters
  • Swim with sea lions
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Maria Island
from $5,895
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Tasmanian Coastal Discovery

Roundtrip Hobart - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Discoverer
Starts / Ends
Hobart / Hobart
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Coral Discoverer to explore Tasmania's stunning landscapes, including rugged cliffs, beaches, and diverse wildlife. Enjoy wine tastings, fresh produce, and visits to historic sites like Port Arthur while cruising scenic waters.
  • Encounter Maria Island's wildlife
  • Explore Bruny Island’s coastline
  • Visit Port Arthur’s ruins
  • Discover Port Davey’s wilderness
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Explore the culture of Indonesia
from $12,810
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Raja Ampat & Spice Islands

Darwin to Sorong - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Coral Geographer
Starts / Ends
Darwin / Sorong
Activities
Village Visits, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 19-day cruise aboard Coral Geographer from Darwin through Indonesia’s Spice Islands and Raja Ampat, famed for their ancient cultures, historic forts, and incredible biodiversity. This adventure blends cultural insights and natural wonders.
  • Visit Banda Neira fort
  • Snorkel at Seram and Besar Islands
  • Meet local artisans in Tumbur
  • Chance to swim with whale sharks
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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
Starts / Ends
Invercargill / Invercargill
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • 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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Shot of Paradise Bay, Antarctica, complete with many ice formations in the water.
from $35,495
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Ross Sea Odyssey

Hobart - Dunedin - 26 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Hobart / Dunedin
Activities
Whale Watching, Adventure Options, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 26-day Ross Sea Odyssey from Hobart to Dunedin aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore remote regions, starting with yellow-eyed penguins in subantarctic forests and royal albatross in mega herb moors. Cross the Antarctic Circle, cruise pack ice, and spot emperor penguins, orcas, and snow petrels.
  • Explore Hobart’s waterfront
  • Admire Tasman Peninsula cliffs
  • Encounter Macquarie’s wildlife
  • Experience Antarctica’s landscapes
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Aerial view of pack ice in Ross Sea, Antarctica
from $31,495
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Ross Sea Odyssey

Roundtrip Dunedin - 25 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Dunedin / Dunedin
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 25-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson to explore the Ross Sea, where you can see yellow-eyed penguins and nesting albatrosses. Cross the Antarctic Circle to encounter emperor penguins and majestic glaciers at the Ross Ice Shelf, experiencing the raw beauty of this remote frontier.
  • Explore the deep South
  • Encounter subantarctic wildlife
  • Traverse the Antarctic Circle
  • Cruise along Victoria Land Coast
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Emperor penguins in Antarctica
from $30,595
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Mawson’s Antarctica

Hobart - Dunedin - 24 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Hobart / Dunedin
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
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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Breathtaking landscapes of Antarctica
from $30,750
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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
Starts / Ends
Dunedin / Dunedin
Activity Level
Variable
On this 22-day journey aboard Le Soleal, follow in the footsteps of pioneers such as Scott, Shackleton, and Borchgrevink. From New Zealand, cruise to Antarctica through the Ross Sea, visiting subantarctic islands, observing the region's spectacular wildlife, and admiring unspoiled landscapes.
  • Spot incredible wildlife
  • Explore unique flora and fauna
  • Follow the paths of explorers
  • Marvel at pristine ice formations
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